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1. 50mm 250mm 550mm Confirm Print 100mm 250mm 500mm Micro Print Micro Change 20pulse 0 20pulse Setup menu diagram VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL Setup menu diagram Ready to Print 3 3 E Adjust Print Cleaning E Selection Version To Setup List ALL Setup List Palette Confirm Uni D Quality Uni D Normal Bi D Quality Bi D Normal Short Normal Lomg LittleCharge MediaType Off lt On gt Effect Off lt On gt Spitting Off i lt On gt Side Margin Off E lt On gt Media Initial Off lt On gt Media Width Off lt On gt RO S E lt Off gt On Feed lt Off gt Origin Off On Prev Stick Off E lt On gt Head Fan lt Off gt Head Travel Off m On Off D On Off L lt On gt Slant Check Off m On Auto Cleaning Off L lt On gt Ink Status Off E lt On gt Roll Length Off L lt On gt Longstore Off L lt On gt CR Maintenance Off E lt On gt Initialization Off L lt On gt Life Times Off L lt On gt IP Address Off L lt On gt Subnet Mask Off D On Gateway Off L lt On gt Front Interlace Off E lt On gt ALL On ALL Off Main Controller Multi Strike Strike Wait VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL Setup menu diagram Receiving Converting Printing ATter Heater Pre Heater
2. _ Off 30 C 5 00 C Platen Heater _ Off 30 C 50 C After Heater Off 30 C 50 C PF Micro Adj 20pulse 0 20pulse Backup Setup menu diagram Setup menu diagram VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL INDEX lt Symbol gt ye RR ae 2 5 ERG 2 5 RUPEE 2 5 BE E REN 2 5 lt Numerics gt 3 Auto cleaning before printing menu 5 21 5 23 PC MGE uote apod teat taeda uM dou dd 2 3 JAGTUSE print seisomaan eeann ae tended 3 27 Adjust Print menu 12 25 22 rettet 3 30 5 30 Afer Heater mMenu sssini 5 11 Auto cleaning during printing menu 5 21 5 23 Auto Cleaning MENU 2 e er ede 5 22 Backward key dd ttis rotto tdbscbecii 2 5 Before Usina Sesstesddesna Uii Nel dca udis 3 Book holder 1 eset e idt 2 2 Cancel Key adesse aetate Rai died 2 5 Cautions on handling media 4 4 Changing and confirming settings while PADUNE cuu EE O 4 20 Changing printer status cccccceeessssesseeeeeeees 2 7 Cleaning Key senes aca tutu d eredi 2 5 Cleanine MENU oreren de sueltos Me UN 5 3 Cleaning the cleaning wiper 6 21 Cleaning the inside of the printer 6 18 Cleaning the outer case sssseeuseee 6 17 Command error display
3. 4 17 441 Feeding media zxexiacckRii RIOT Ee Herne WIL WI PISpLI u peres 4 17 4 4 2 Stopping printing operation aoa aaaea ees 4 18 4 4 9 CUUING Imiedid sz dex wx ee ie So bY fel bene d SC Le Ag 4 18 4 4 4 Changing and confirming settings while printing LLL 4 20 4 4 4 1 Procedure for changing and confirming settings while printing 4 20 4 4 4 2 Settings that can be changed or confirmed while printing 4 21 AAD IPausing DIMIN ees due Ses rd E eura ak ui ad aes iet e dee ex 4 22 5 Panel setup menu 51 SGlUD MCN EEEEERRSERIISOILTSLISIOO OLIO TID TELE 5 2 5 1 1 MediaType menu aua deed tex kcu ode exo ch Recte phe s o 4 SLI Ser Mela trier sse eterni x bu grab eR dees ae eee eee tek 5 4 OTT TB MOSe MENU us uasa io S HEU b dede ele ent a ec 5 6 9 1 1 1 2 DCA MEN aure urere Cu nr RR TRCR B ORDRE Re EUR RR RD Yo ien 5 7 5 1 1 1 3 Pre Heater menu 2esexescid oe Eur Gu e pen bred bbe PSDP SASS 5 9 5 1 1 1 4 Platen Heater menu usa ey ee es aw hoes ee acd 5 10 5 1 1 1 5 After Heater menu 2 23 33 6 58 oh eee RE EERQERGI4SAS DOC 5 11 0 1 1 1 6 StandbyHeating menu naaa aaa aa 5 11 Sokki Vacuum Fan diei 535225 3r atem vae ie ED e eR 5 12 S PME CBS UN se o accc 2 2 4 on nee CEs wade 6 OR eee oes 6 we 5 13 921 3 OPNOMMEN xcu d EHE EE ORCI A ONERE REM uence ses 5 14 5 1 3 1 Spitting Pass Count menu esi EX vee eo et EGRE PAE 5 14 5 1 4 Side Margin menus ee are x
4. sussee 7 12 Connecting a network interface cable 3 35 Connecting the printer to a PC 3 34 CR Maintenance menu 5 25 6 12 6 21 CUES media ec 4 18 INDEX D Data error display sodedesueuecatetusi iret test 7 12 Daa lanp acad niit loderbitu dicte doi binties 2 6 Dedicated Medid iutadavtqtisc reo IR ONDES dn 4 3 IISA MENU casein esie deas e REM TIR AMI IUD 5 7 SB scq M E P 3 3 Par Bernina eto eon rt obe mter 3 3 Eee mel o3easdecsond ot ton is d US 5 13 Enter KEV Sumtetiumieuttab imei e tite 2 5 Error message display ueeesssssss 7 10 Error requiring restart 7 13 SE Fatal operational failure ssssseee 7 13 jur Pic PN TR 2 Feeding media 1 uite ite ee testi 4 17 Dine S bIne lamp cioe UNI desto Uhns 2 6 Fred MANO t 3 13 Forward feedT key sse 2 5 PLONE COVED sarsaran cedis andi dt toc te iuade Lass 2 2 Front Interlace menu 42 oe p RA ERR 5 28 PROMESECUOU auena tota 2 2 G Gateway MENI xusdoticwodate uode deut 5 28 CIOHEOIICE urria d cttenonfies n 6 19 lt H gt PIC AG ChE ANS otuidemse mee t Ie ott sit 6 20 Head height adjustment suueesss 4 5 Head height adjustment lever 4 5 Head Travel Menu qoe ten ERR E 5 19 PATS Vanna actetuer tot eae cae ates 2 6 S Idle auto cleaning menu 5 2
5. Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu ES 5 1 Setup menu 5 20 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5 1 13 1 Idle auto cleaning menu Makes settings for the auto cleaning operation on standby WaitingTime Omin to lt 360min gt to Select the time to perform the auto cleaning on standby 1440min Omin Auto cleaning is not performed Others After that the selected time has passed the head cleaning selected at the cleaning menu is performed I8 6 2 3 Head cleaning Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu K amp 5 1 14 Auto Cleaning menu 5 1 13 2 Auto cleaning during printing menu Makes settings for the auto cleaning during printing PrintingTime lt Omin gt to 5min to 180min Select the time to perform the auto cleaning during printing Omin Auto cleaning is not performed Others After that the selected time has passed the head cleaning selected at the cleaning menu is performed K amp 6 2 3 Head cleaning Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu K amp 5 1 14 Auto Cleaning menu 5 1 13 3 Auto cleaning before printing menu Makes settings for the auto cleaning before printing Before Print Auto cleanin
6. sssssss 3 14 Pressurizine rollers 22 c cnt ta 2 2 Prev Stick MENi estende oe tva sis 5 19 Print Hosv chart oeie 4 2 Print head portion rsca 3 14 Print Mode Teni iunteoduniuumibeeke bib spaa Und boten Genes 5 6 Printqualiby xoci eitens coto in D Deb Meca 4 2 PrflleL Stats auans a iiee us 2 4 Print bp aled oieaisamieuitenmit bud nes 4 5 Printinge mode MENU cni UE tee eis eiebd s 3 27 Procedure for changing and confirming settings While printing oiei ess ram ases Todes 4 20 Product overview o eececccccccceeeeeesssssssesssaaaaaeeeeeeees 2 Product specifications oe toe pes 8 2 Real section quede dise vas dii 2 3 Replacing consumable components 6 2 Index 2 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL Replacing ink cartridges ssuuuseee 6 2 Replacine Toll media wccuhecaccetelenieai eee 6 5 Replacing the flushing box sponges 6 11 Replacing waste fluid box ssueueee 6 9 Roll Lensth menu 325 t RR 5 24 Roll media length menu 5 24 Safety instructions 155 ras ac Ep pisi SEE ates 1 1 SCOT erari a A A EA 2 3 SCEOITGE recevei yrassa aa E 2 3 Sells THedid si a EGEN 3 12 Setting media type serrera rii ierni 3 18 Settine roll media gsismernir odis 3 14 Settings that can be changed or confirmed While printing carna Ea a 4 21 Setup MEIT deren aa rep eT Rete 5 1 5 2 Setup menu display ccceecesss
7. The power is ON when the Power key of the operation panel is pressed in Press the key once again to turn OFF the power VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 2 Connect the power cable to the AC inlet on the back of the printer No 1 AC inlet Power cable 3 Insert the power cable plug firmly in the socket e Do not take out or insert the power plug with a wet hand This could lead to an electric shock e Make sure to use only the specified power supply AC 100 V 120 V or AC 220 V 240 V If a power supply other than the specified voltage is used it could cause an electric shock and fire e Take power for the printer directly from the power socket AC 100 V 120 V or AC 220 V 240 V Do not use multiple plugs on the same socket This could generate heat and might cause fire Make sure to use a dedicated power socket with an earth terminal for the power supply and connect it to an earth terminal If the earth wire is not connected an electric shock or fire may occur e Do not connect an earth wire to the following places e Gas pipe There is a possibility of ignition and explosion e Earth wire of telephone cables and lightning rods Heavy current might flow whenever lightning strikes e Water pipe and faucet The earth might not work if a plastic pipe is connected in the middle of the metal pipe 3 3 3 Before using VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL CAUTION M e Pay attention to the fo
8. This section explains how to load roll media Use the exclusive scroller included with this printer for loading roll media The following roll media can be set on the scroller included with this printer Media tube diameter three inches outside diameter of media 150 mm or less weight 19 kg or less Follow the procedure below to load roll media CAUTION EEEEEEREIE e Load roll media on an even surface such as a desk If you load roll media with the scroller standing vertical there is a possibility that the scroller might get damaged 1 Load roll media to the scroller so that it is rolled in an anti clockwise direction when viewed from the fixed flange 3 12 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 2 Push the roll media until its core hits the right edge of the fixed flange Fixed flange Roll media 3 Attach the movable flange firmly to the roll media core Movable flange Roll media 3 Before using VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 Set the scroller to the scroller receiver so that the fixed flange is on the side of the ink cartridge slot 3 4 2 Setting roll media This section explains how to set roll media Follow the procedure below to set roll media 1 Turn the unit ON e Do not operate the media loading lever during initial operation The print head portion may touch the pressurizing roller portion and cause a malfunction 3 14 VJ
9. VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 7 Troubleshooting 2 Does not work after loading the media Is the front cover open or media Close the front cover K 3 4 Setting loading lever raised Lower the media loading lever media Is the media loaded at an angle Load the media straight K 3 4 Setting media 3 Is the ink cartridge inserted Insert the ink cartridge KS 3 3 Installing ink cartridges M Are you using the recommended Use the recommended media K 4 2 1 Media type media Is the printer being used in an Only use the printer in an environment that K Installation environment other than the one is specified for use manual specified such as in direct sunlight 3 When data is sent from the computer an error occurs at the printer and nothing is printed Is the type of printer selected correctly Check that the printer type settings on the 873 7 Connecting at the computer computer side and printer side are the same the printer to a PC Are the interface requirements and command mode the same on the computer side and printer side 4 Cannot use the computer online using LAN Is the network interface cable Confirm the types of the cross and straight 873 7 3 Connecting connected correctly cables and connect the network interface a network interface cable correctly cable Are the network settings configured Configure the network settings correctly 875 21 IP correctly Address menu to 5 1 23 Gateway menu
10. OPERATION MANUAL Full Color Inkjet Printer Met vedet VJ 1204 Read This Manual Before Using The Printer VJ1204E A 03 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL Important Notice Important Notice 1 For Users in Europe The CE marking is a mandatory European marking for certain product groups to indicate conformity with the essential health and safety requirements set out in European Directives By affixing the CE marking the manufacturer his authorized representative or the person placing the product on the market or putting it into service ensures that the item meets all the essential requirements of all applicable EU directives and that the applicable conformity assessment procedures have been applied 2 For Users in the United States This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area 1s likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense 3 Trademark Mentioned in this Manu
11. e Printing operation stops e Immediately replace the waste fluid box 2 Type The waste fluid box that can be used with this printer is as follows Waste fluid box VJ12 HEB 3 Replacing steps Follow the procedure below to replace the waste fluid box W WNwanNNG me e The waste fluid from the printer is industrial waste Proper waste fluid disposal according to industrial waste disposal laws and ordinances of your local government is required Consign disposal of waste fluids to a specialized processor ee 6 9 6 Maintenance VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 1 Confirm that the printer is turned ON 2 Pull out the waste fluid box Waste fluid box No Waste Ink Tank is displayed on the operation panel e A used waste fluid box should be put in a vinyl bag and disposed of in compliance with the local ordinance and instructions of the local authority 3 Install the new waste fluid box into the printer Waste fluid box 4 Check that Exchange Tank No is displayed on the operation panel VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 5 Select Exchange Tank Yes and press the Enter key on the operation panel e Ifthe waste fluid box is not replaced press the Enter key on the operation panel with Exchange Tank No displayed e This completes the replacement of waste box 6 1 4 Replacing the flushing box sponges This section explains how to replace the flushing box sponge
12. 3 Match the printer s network settings Match this product s network settings with 3 7 1 System with the computer side environment the computer side environment requirements 4 Does the Data lamp on the operation If the Data lamp does not turn on contact panel turn on after sending printing the computer manufacturer data from the computer 7 Troubleshooting VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 7 1 3 Media related troubleshooting 1 The media slips or is torn during initialization e f the media is jammed or torn remove it according to 7 3 The media is jammed Are you using the recommended Use the recommended media E 2 1 Media type media 2 Isthe loading position of the media Set the media correctly K amp 3 4 2 Setting roll correct media Is the scroller set correctly Set the scroller correctly K amp 3 4 1 Loading roll media Are there any foreign materials such Clean the pressurizing roller K 6 2 2 Cleaning as paper attached to the pressurizing the inside of the printer Is the printer being used in an Only use the printer in an environment that Installation environment other than the one is specified for use specified such as in direct sunlight Are you using folded torn or rolled Replace the media 874 2 2 Cautions media on handling media 7 Does the media bend Use the recommended media K amp 4 2 1 Media type When using media other than the dedicated IPS 11 17 one set the Vacuum F
13. Menu Setup procedure 4 1 rente 4 14 Menu setups on the operation panel 4 14 Mode print err 3 24 Movable Tanac ornan e a 3 13 Moving he printer encor Eten 6 27 M lli Strike menu siriene o 5 20 lt N gt Network interface cable ssususee 2 3 Network interface connector ss 2 3 Normal xtti 2 7 Normal lamip caterers steed enaner 2 6 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL INozzle Check sune a 3 23 Nozzle C beck key estadio e EN 2 5 Operation Keys iraia teat ee 2 4 Operation Manal iet tiet xit 1 2 Operation method civics do Rivas 2 4 Operation panel iecore EE HS 2 4 Operation procedure labels 1 7 OLIPHIIDOHE beds iive tamem dibus asian 5 18 Palette DEIBE arose aa a 3 26 Panel Setup Menu 2 seseque ir Iove REPORT TEE 5 Panel setup menu overview eeeeeseess 4 16 Pausinp print 25e out ees 4 22 POD COLOE a estet rotor tetro ue 3 26 5 29 Platen siete bineset catensaeisas un Nro ede meu horae 2 2 Platen Heater Tuer 2 5 e deo csi 5 10 Power cable connection sssssss 3 2 Powercable plug i34 p RERO RE 2 3 POWELL KO seison e abu ONUS 2 5 Powet lamp oreren itu moi eicere 2 5 Pre Heater Menu iiipisciuet tpe i000 egeo UNA Doe med dedt id 5 9 Precaution on storing media 4 4 Preparing Cables adonsscuie dumis bs 3 34 Pressurizing roller portion
14. Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Type20 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Type30 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 3 Before using 3 5 4 Palette print Used to compare pen colors used on the computer to the printing colors NOTE When Banner 1 or Banner 2 is set in the Print Mode menu PalettePrint is not displayed on the test print menu E 8 5 2 TestPrint Menu TIP Refer to the following for printing procedure I8 73 5 Test print COLOR INKJET PAINTER RBBQReS ERSS Blue O 255 gt PEN NUMBER PRIMARY COLORS e e e e 0 0 B 0 ou ord ars o 4 a 2 10 a3 12 295 255 255 255 295 0 0 205 255 233 233 233 204 204 204 170 176 176 183 153 153 127 127 127 2 102 102 pi GRAY LEVELS 0 9 10 a2 12 204 204 204 178 178 170 183 153 153 127 327 127 o 6 5 255 285 255 255 0 255 233 233 233 0 e 0 i a e lt 2 rj 6 22 255 214 0 43 sa 182 0 230 E 5 lt 0 E 5 9 E ss ENI sg sy S m y Py 3 H R i i i 6 0 8 e2 137 0 205 1 i 1 5 i E 78 0 137 205 3 Lj 0 e 6 0 29 105 0 168 143 81 0 160 B i i s 88 p M n e a 3 3 5 e d d d d ss
15. RS M 0 142 214 255 100 a i B i i i 2 4 158 167 174 230 132 121 255 230 212 174 183 194 230 133 212 E 453 153 174 153 e 1 H i 5 5 i i e e e e 190 194 173 205 137 137 205 173 E N n 437 1397 273 437 137 208 186 ah ne R H ary ah se 8S A E 3 s N S 5 6 212 168 158 214 443 188 115 238 23 10 126 09 215 429 158 118 210 118 118 168 1453 x n 418 115 415 188 415 158 145 168 j 44 115 J a sh BA x aN i E m i h Wh E ke a 3 e 2 99 120 89 17 126 R 8 M s N 3 2 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL T 3 Li a 8 5 R it 137 173 5 4 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3 6 Adjust print It is used for optimizing the quality of image prints Alignment Alignment must be set every printing mode After selected the printing mode that you want to use follow the procedure below to perform alignment This printer was adjusted at factory shipment so that it obtains the optimum print quality Adjust the quality if the print quality changes after the installation environment or the media is changed 1 Turn ON the printer and load the roll media K amp 3 4 2 Setting roll media 2 Confirm that the printer functi
16. 210mm to lt 1 000mm gt to Set the media width 1 225mm Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu ES 5 1 1 1 User media menu 2 MediaWidth menu MediaWidth EE the media width that is detected while Pm fosticne Cancel key shifts to the previous menu KS 5 1 Setup menu 5 16 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5 1 7 Winding unit menu Set the operation of the optional winding unit TIP For details about the optional winding unit contact your local MUTOH dealer Take up No use of winding unit Type 1 Set to Type 1 to use the optional winding unit NOTE m e When the winding unit is not installed please do not set to Typel By doing so the product will be unable to function properly When the Winding unit menu is set to Typel the setting for the Prev Stick menu is disabled K amp 5 1 9 Prev Stick menu Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu LS 5 1 Setup menu 5 Panel setup menu 5 1 8 Origin menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL Sets the beginning of printing origin of the print data Set the menu when reprinting on the margin with changing the printing data position to the printed media X print head transferring distance Origin Change the print head pos
17. 6 Maintenance VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 6 1 Replacing consumable components This section describes when and how to replace the ink cartridges roll media waste fluid box and flushing box sponges 6 1 1 Replacing ink cartridges This sub section describes when to replace the ink cartridges 1 Replacement time a b When InkNearEnd is displayed on the operation panel e This message is displayed when there is a small amount of ink remaining in the ink cartridge When InkNearEnd is displayed the alarm buzzer sounds continuously e To stop the buzzer press the Enter key e Replace with the new ink cartridge When InkEnd is displayed on the operation panel e This message is displayed when there is no ink remaining in the ink cartridge When InkEnd is displayed the alarm buzzer sounds continuously e To stop the buzzer press the Enter key e Immediately replace it with the new ink cartridge in the messages of ink cartridge replacement indicates the color that is almost empty or runs out using the following characters e K Black e C Cyan e M Magenta e Y Yellow Do not insert or remove the ink cartridge except at the time of replacement Inserting or removing the ink cartridge mixes air into the ink tube and failures such as nozzle detachment may occur If Ink End is displayed you cannot print until inserting the new ink cartridge If there 1s no cart
18. C 30 C 60min High Type25 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse Type26 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 3 25 2 None 3 None 2006 01 01 0 00 4 None 5 None Cleaning mode Normal Setup 6h K 100 M 100 Off C 100 Y 100 Head Pump Ed xF D EX XxF CR Motor Ex kF PF Motor Exo kF 192 168 001 253 255 255 255 000 192 168 001 254 On Type 9 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Type 8 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Type 7 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Type18 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Typel9 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Typel7 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Type27 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Type28 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse Type29 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Type10 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse
19. S Fine amp Wave Origin ru lt On Media gt lt 38mm gt 25mm Off Top amp Width lt Width gt 150mm 1000mm 1225mm Off Type 1 Off On Data Machine 1Cnt 9Cnt 0 0sec 0 1sec 5 0sec Off On Waiting Time Printing Time Before Print K C M Y lt Off gt Roll Roll2 Roll3 ALL Media Type Except Media Type Head Pump CR Motor PF Motor 000 000 000 000 lt 192 168 001 253 gt 255 255 255 255 000 000 000 000 lt 255 255 255 000 gt 255 255 255 255 000 000 000 000 lt 192 168 001 254 gt 255 255 255 255 Off lt On gt VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL Setup menu diagram Setup menu diagram Ready to Print 2 3 To Setup menu diagram Ready to Print 2 3 Type 1 Type 30 Print Mode Quality 1 Quality 2 Quality 3 Quality 4 Graphics 1 Graphics 2 Banner 1 Banner 2 Banner 3 Banner 4 PF Adjust A Pre Heater Offf lt 30 C 50 C Platen Heater Off lt 30 C 50 C After Heater Off 30 C 50 C Standby Heating 10min 60min 240min Vacuum Fan Low lt High gt A PF Adjust menu Initial Print 100mm 250mm 500mm Initial Change
20. Setting roll media 2 Press the key or key to select the type of the loaded media VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3 Press the Enter key on the operation panel e The media type is set e Media Initial is displayed on the operation panel and media initial operation starts e Ifthe following operations are performed in the media type setup menu the printer starts media initial operation without specifying a media type Pressing the Cancel key on the operation panel No keys on the operation panel are pressed for 10 seconds 4 After media initial operation 1s complete Ready to Print 1s displayed on the operation panel and the display shifts to Normal 5 Whenusing the roll media wind back the roll media tightening with the scroller and the media slackness is tightened EN 0 Roll media e This completes media loading 3 Before using VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 5 Test print Follow the procedure below to perform Test printing to confirm that the printer works correctly 1 Turn ON the printer and load the roll media K 3 4 2 Setting roll media 2 Confirm that the printer functions normally 3 Display the Test print menu on the operation panel a Press the Menu key on the operation panel e Menu 1 Setup gt is displayed on the operation panel e The operation panel shifts to the Setup menu display b Press the key or key to select Menu2
21. Test Print gt 3 20 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using c Press the gt key on the operation panel e Testl Nozzle Check is displayed on the operation panel e The display shifts to the Test print menu K amp 5 2 TestPrint Menu 4 Press the key or key on the operation panel to select an item for printing from the following items e Nozzle check e Mode print e SetUp List e ALL SetUp List e Palette Nozzle Check AO 2 seconds x Q Cancel e When Banner 1 or Banner 2 is set in the Print Mode menu PalettePrint is not displayed on the test print menu EL 865 2 TestPrint Menu 3 21 3 Before using VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Press the Enter key on the operation panel Start performing Test Print for the selected item Refer to the following for details on each of the print list items K amp 3 5 1 Nozzle check to 3 5 4 Palette print 6 Repeat step 4 to step 5 when performing test print for other items 7 Press the Cancel key on the operation panel to exit from test print e O Power Height of head Due B e The operation panel returns to Normal e Test printing is completed 3 22 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3 5 1 Nozzle check It is used to check whether there are any clogged heads or missing or blurred prints Ifthe nozzle check result indicates that the checked points are blurred or missing clean the head
22. conditioner 5 Are you using media that has been Use a new media K amp 4 2 1 Media type printed on already 7 Troubleshooting VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 Media jams frequently occur e If media other than the recommended one is used correct media feeding cannot be assured Are you using the recommended Use the recommended media K84 2 1 Media type media 2 Is the media used in an environment Use the media in a dedicated environment 3 4 2 2 Cautions other than the one specified on handling media Are you using the old media Replace it with new media K amp 6 1 2 Replacing 4 Are you using the folded or wrinkled roll media media Does the media bend Use the recommended media K amp 4 2 1 Media type When using media other than the dedicated LF 5 1 1 1 7 one set the Vacuum Fan menu Vacuum Fan menu Are you using the recommended Use the recommended media K 4 2 1 Media type Is the loading position of the media Set the media correctly 1 873 4 2 Setting roll correct media 3 Isthe scroller set correctly Set the scroller correctly KS 3 4 1 Loading roll media 7 1 4 Printing related troubleshooting 1 Printing is partially stained or incomplete Proper print quality may not be obtained with the media other than the recommended one Does the media include moisture Replace it with new media K 6 1 2 Replacing Does the media bend Use the recommended media K amp 4 2 1 Media type When usi
23. from the date printed on the package Using an ink cartridge after this period may affect print quality Replace the ink cartridge six months after installing it to the printer Do not insert or remove an ink cartridge more than 10 times If the ink cartridge is inserted or removed 10 times or more it cannot be used even if there is some remaining ink inside 4 Attach the new ink cartridge 5 Confirm that the operation panel returns to Normal e Ifthe ink cartridge is replaced during printing printing restarts e Ink cartridge replacement is complete 6 1 2 Replacing roll media This sub section describes when and how to replace roll media 1 Replacement time Replace roll media in the following situations a When the roll media loaded in the printer runs out e End Of Roll is displayed on the operation panel e If media runs out during printing the printer stops printing b When you want to change the media type to use 2 Type TIP e For types and details of roll media refer to 8 3 Options Supply list 6 Maintenance VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Replacing steps Follow the procedure below to replace roll media 1 Ifthe printer is turned ON confirm that operation such as printing is not in progress e Be careful not to trap your fingers when opening and closing the media cover 2 Push the media loading lever to the back Media loading lever 3 Lift both ends of the scr
24. ink in the cartridge might not be detected correctly Any problems caused by using an ink cartridge other than those recommended above will not be covered by the warranty and repair expenses will be paid by the customer Refer to the following for types and details of ink cartridges K amp 8 3 Options Supply list Do not give ink cartridges strong shakes Doing so may cause ink leakage Do not disassemble ink cartridges A disassembled ink cartridge cannot be used Make sure to use a dedicated cleaning fluid model No VJ MSINK3 CL220 Before installing the ink cartridge shake it gently Doing so will preserve print quality Whenan ink cartridge is moved from a cold place to warm place keep the ink cartridge for three hours or more in the new printing environment before printing Do not insert or remove an ink cartridge more than 10 times If the ink cartridge is inserted or removed 10 times or more it cannot be used even if there is some remaining ink inside e A dedicated smart chip is included with the ink cartridge for this printer If you insert or remove the ink cartridge in the following situations information contained in the smart chip will be damaged and the ink cartridge cannot be used During printing e Fora few seconds after inserting the ink cartridge VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using Follow the procedure below to install the ink cartridge 1 Turn the unit ON e The printer start
25. key shifts to the previous menu without initialization KS 5 1 Setup menu 5 1 20 Life Times menu Displays the operational life time of each part Life Times Display the operational life of each part The operational life of a part is indicated by five asterisks 100 CR Motor 0 Motor As the part deteriorates the number of asterisks decreases one by one 20 cim NUN Motor The part should be changed when all of the asterisks have disappeared and Change is displayed Contact your local MUTOH dealer to ask for replacing parts Cancel key shifts to the previous menu K amp 5 1 Setup menu When replacing a part that its operational life has ended Nocharge for replacing within the warranty period or under the contract e You are liable for the cost of repairs under conditions other than mentioned above Do not keep using the part which has reached its life span Problems caused by doing so will not be covered by the warranty 5 26 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5 1 21 IP Address menu Sets the IP address of the printer e Be sure to set the IP address after consulting the network administrator IP Address 000 000 000 000 to Change the IP address to operate the following keys lt 192 168 001 253 gt to key increases the setting value 2325 259 299 2535 key decreases the setting value Enter key changes the setting for the next segment Cancel
26. menu K 5 Panel setup menu 5 31 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 5 Menu Option menu Sets up the contents of the Setup menu You can make setup items that you do not normally use invisible Switch the setting On displayed to Off undisplayed using the lt or gt key on the operation panel When the setting is On is displayed on the operation panel Even if you select Off in the Menu Option menu you can display the settings temporarily by selecting Temporary in the Setup menu K amp 5 1 Setup menu MediaType of Ses up whether to display the MediaType menu Effect Spitting Side Margin Media Initial Media Width Take up Origin Prev Stick Head Travel Multi Strike Strike Wait 5 32 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu Slant Check Of Ses up whether to display the Slant Check menu Sets up whether to display the Auto Cleaning menu Sets up whether to display the Ink Status menu Sets up whether to display the Roll Length menu Sets up whether to display the Longstore menu CR Maintenance Sets up whether to display the CR Maintenance menu Initialization Sets up whether to display the Initialization menu Sets up whether to display the Life Times menu Sets up whether to display the IP Address menu Sets up whether to display the subnet mask Sets up whether to display the Gateway menu Front Interlace Sets up whether to display t
27. menu Pre Heater Sets up the Pre Heater temperature Enter key shifts to the sub menu KS 5 1 1 1 3 Pre Heater menu Platen Heater Sets up the Platen Heater temperature Enter key shifts to the sub menu K 5 1 1 1 4 Platen Heater menu After Heater Sets up the After Heater temperature Enter key shifts to the sub menu K 5 1 1 1 5 After Heater menu StandbyHeating Sets up the length of time to preheat the heater while the printer is in standby mode Enter key shifts to the sub menu ES 5 1 1 1 6 StandbyHeating menu Vacuum Fan Sets up vacuum fan operation Enter key shifts to the sub menu K 5 1 1 1 7 Vacuum Fan menu Cancel key shifts to the previous menu K amp 5 1 1 MediaType menu 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 1 1 1 1 Print Mode menu Settings for print quality print mode are set according to the usage of print data or print speed Quality 1 Sets up print mode Quality 1 to 4 Quality 2 Sets up to perform high quality printing Quality 3 e Graphics 1 to 2 uu Sets up to perform standard printing Quality 4 Banner 1 to 4 Sets up to perform high speed printing epee Displays details of each print mode while pressing gt lt Graphics 2 gt key L amp Details of print mode SSeS NOTE Banner 3 the Print Mode menu PalettePrint is oaks not displayed in the Test Print menu K amp 5 2 TestPrint Menu SS leaeo o ooooo O ee Enter key saves the setting and
28. of other machines etc is transmitted Do not stamp on this printer or place heavy things on top of it It may cause an injury if the printer falls down Do not block the vent by covering the printer with cloths such as a blanket or tablecloth If the vent is blocked heat may accumulate inside the printer and it may cause fire Do not install the printer where it is humid or dusty It could lead to an electric shock and fire Do not use a damaged power cable It could lead to an electric shock and fire Do not take out or insert the power plug with a wet hand This could lead to an electric shock Do not connect an earth wire to the following places Gas pipe There is a possibility of ignition and explosion Earth wire of telephone cables and lightning rods Heavy current might flow whenever lightning strikes Water pipe and faucet The earth might not work if a plastic pipe is connected in the middle of the metal pipe Do not store combustible materials on the platen while performing the heater operation It could lead to fire Do not spill flammable liquid over the platen This could lead to fire Do not insert or drop metal or flammable objects into the printer through openings such as a fresh air inlet It could lead to an electric shock or fire If foreign substances or liquids such as water entered the printer do not use the printer as it is It could lead to an electric shock or fire Immediately turn OFF the power swit
29. printer VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 7 Perform Micro adjustment printing a Display the Media feed compensation menu on the operation panel in the same way as in step 1 b Press the key or key on the operation panel to select PF4 Micro Print c Press the Enter key on the operation panel e Printing is displayed on the operation panel e Start Micro adjustment printing ill NO 0 Current adjustment value wn um e After the micro adjustment printing is completed PF4 Micro Print is displayed on the operation panel 8 Refer to the illustrations below and check the printing result X X lt Input the adjustment value 4 12 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 9 Set up Micro Adjustment Change a Press the key or key to select PF5 Micro Change b Press the Enter key on the operation panel e Micro Opulse is displayed on the operation panel c Press the key or key and enter the micro adjustment value according to the printing result in step 7 d Press the Enter key on the operation panel e The micro adjustment value is saved e PF5 Micro Change is displayed on the operation panel 10 Press the Cancel key on the operation panel several times e The operation panel returns to Normal e The adjustment of media feed compensation value is complete 4 13 4 Handling the printer VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 3 Menu setups on th
30. shifts to the previous menu KA 5 1 Setup menu 5 1 10 Head Travel menu Sets up the range that the print head moves while printing Distance Data The print head changes the range of the print data width Improve the print speed since decreasing the transferring range of the print head Machine The print head moves from origin to the maximum paper width Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu ES 5 1 Setup menu 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 1 11 Multi Strike menu Sets up the overwrite count per line Strike Cnt Set the overwrite count Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu K amp 5 1 Setup menu 5 1 12 Strike Wait menu sets up the waiting time while overwrite printing Narrow media may not be warmed enough by the heater causing less print quality In this case set the Strike Wait time and warm up the media Strike Wait 0 0 sec to sec 0 1 sec to Set the Overwrite Wait time 5 0 sec Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu K 5 1 Setup menu 5 1 13 Slant Check menu Sets up slanting detection during media loading Slant Check Slant Check is not performed Slant Check is performed
31. step 3 4 10 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer d Press the Enter key on the operation panel e The initial adjustment value is saved e PF2 Initial Change is displayed on the operation panel 5 Perform Confirm Print a Press the key or key on the operation panel to select PF3 Confirm Print b Press the Enter key on the operation panel e Feed Length 250 mm is displayed on the operation panel The length of media that is fed feeding length for confirmation adjustment printing is normally set at 250 mm e f you increase the feeding length the accuracy of the Media feed compensation improves To change the feeding length press the key or key on the operation panel and change the set value c Press the Enter key on the operation panel e Printing is displayed on the operation panel e Start Confirmation adjustment printing Feed Length Media feeding direction e When the Confirm Print is complete the printer enters Normal d After the confirmation adjustment printing cut the media K 4 4 3 Cutting media 6 Measure the distance between the two pluses in the confirmation adjustment print using a ruler Then confirm that the distance matches the feeding length when printing a Ifthe distance does not match the feeding length follow the procedure from 1 to 5 and readjust b Ifthe distance matches the feeding length proceed to step 7 4 Handling the
32. up Micro Adjustment Change 20 pulse Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu KA 5 1 Setup menu 5 1 1 1 3 Pre Heater menu Sets up the Pre Heater temperature Set up to preheat the media before printing and insulate the temperature change in the printer section Preset temperature of Pre Heater varies depending on the media For preset temperature of Pre Heater refer to the Recommended media list Pre Heater Off 30 C gt to 50 C Sets up the Pre Heater temperature 1 Roll media 2 Pre Heater 3 Print head Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu ES 5 1 1 1 User media menu 5 9 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 1 1 1 4 Platen Heater menu Sets up the Platen Heater temperature Set up this menu to warm up ink and improve print quality Preset temperature of Platen Heater varies depending on the media For preset temperature of Platen Heater refer to the Recommended media list Platen Heater Off 30 C to 50 C Sets up the Platen Heater temperature Eg If 1 Roll media 2 Platen Heater 3 Print head Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu E 8r 5 1 1 1 User media menu 5 10 VJ
33. 04 OPERATION MANUAL Setup menu diagram Setup menu diagram For details of the Setup menu configuration diagram refer to the followings For details of each setup item refer to followings e Setup menu diagram Ready to Print 5 Panel setup menu in the Operation Manual e Setup menu diagram Receiving Converting Printing 3 7 4 Changing and confirming settings while printing The lt gt parts in each list are factory default settings initial values Setup menu diagram VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL Setup menu diagram Ready to Print 1 3 Spitting es Side Margin Media Initial OU Media Width When Media Initial menu is Off MediaWidth When Media Initial menu is not Off Origin TakeUp T Prev ai iid Head Travel 21a Multi Strike Strike Wait Slant he E Auto Cleaning T E Ink Status Roll Length Longstore CR Maintenance Initialization E Life Times IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Front Interlace E Temporary To Setup menu diagram Ready to Print 3 3 A Spitting menu Pass Count 1Cnt lt 5Cnt gt 999Cnt B Auto Cleaning Waiting Time O min to 360 min gt to 1440 min Printint Time lt 0 min to 5 min to 180 min Before Print Off On ides Roll Length menu Roll Kind 1m lt 30m gt 99m A 2 Wave 2 Fuzz1 Fuzz2 Wowt1 Wow2 lt Fine amp Wave 1 gt Fine amp Wave 2 Fine amp Fuzz1 Fine amp Fuzz2 A S Fine amp Wave B
34. 1 5 22 Important safety instructions ssss 1 3 Index 1 INDEX Imtialization meu 25 521 adu decine esee c bean 5 26 Ink cartidee Slot prienik o Dn On RUNE 2 3 Ink replenishment deen ra 3 10 Ink Status menu 21 59 0 deber os rerba yr redes ds 5 23 Installing ink cartridges 3 8 Interface specification ssssssessseeseeeeee 8 4 IP XOGPCSSHHEBL cipreo E 5 27 lt L gt LCD display section dinaanan aai 2 6 Lite Times MENT Suspestbsstttestendesbee pete beid edes 5 26 Loading roll media eene 3 12 Lon lati ernie Dedi qe acme 2 6 LOB StOFe MENU duissossuesisatei aai ente felidus 5 25 EOW Tanp pare tud tese udtedesde cte E btt 2 6 M Maintenance essessessessessersesserserseeserseese 6 13 6 23 Media cut groove o eeeeeeccccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeens 2 2 4 19 Media feed compensation suuuusee 4 9 Media feed compensation menu 4 9 M dia TECCSIOR esie erae utet putat 2 3 Media guide ahs cot ccs optet tu d 2 2 2 3 Media Initial mMenu 11 ode costas Eie tede 5 15 Media initial operation suse 3 19 Media Toadine lever rn e PH ees 2 2 Mediatype issnin qu Dti die t i 4 3 Media type setup menu seen 3 18 Media Width MediaWidth menu 5 16 M dia Type MENU ioi ee Dati es eie ds 5 4 Menu KEY cire a ae oda d 2 4 Menu Optom Men soeben sob oppi etsi idn 5 32
35. 1 4 2 Location and type of operation procedure labels The pasting location of the operation procedure label is shown in the following figure Types of operation procedure labels l K8 6 1 1 Replacing ink cartridges 1 Safety instructions VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 2 Product overview 2 Product overview This chapter explains the features of this printer along with the names and functions of each part 2 1 Features This section explains the main features of the printer 1 High speed output The new type print head achieves high speed output It offers printing widths up to 1219 mm at one way printing and 1200 mm at two way printing for VJ 1204 2 Wide variety of compatible media The head 1s adjustable to two levels of height and compatible with media between 0 08 mm and 1 0mm in thickness 3 Vibrant color reproduction Four colors of ink are used for printing in order to reproduce sharp and vivid colors This printer uses 220 ml large capacity solvent ink cartridges with dedicated IC chips This cartridge can control ink quantity for printing improving productivity Use of variable dots can also improve color reproduction 4 Multi heater The media heating system developed for PJ NX series is arranged for solvent ink Heaters are installed at three locations pre platen after allowing solvent ink to fix better on media and dry quickly 5 Effective use of media A JOG feature is p
36. 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using e The printer starts the initializing operation e Media End is displayed on the operation panel 2 Push the media loading lever to the back Media loading lever e Lever Up is displayed on the operation panel 3 Set the roll media to the media feed slot Ifthe roll media end gets loose roll up the media again and load it Roll media Media feed slot 3 Before using VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 Open the front cover and pull out the roll media Roll media 5 Holding the front edge of the roll media roll it back using the scroller to remove a bend and slant Roll media 3 16 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 6 Pull the media loading lever forward Media loading lever NOTE When loading the new roll media cut the front edge of the media if it 1s not straight K amp 4 4 3 Cutting media 7 Close the front cover 3 17 3 Before using VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL e The Media type setup menu is displayed on the operation panel Forchanging the media type set the media type as shown in 3 4 3 Setting media type 3 4 3 Setting media type This section explains how to setup for the media type Follow the procedure below to set the media type 1 Turn ON the printer and load media e After the media is loaded the display shifts to the media type setup menu Referto the followings for media loading 1873 42
37. 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5 1 1 1 5 After Heater menu Sets up the After Heater temperature Set this menu to dry printed media Preset temperature of After Heater varies depending on the media For preset temperature of After Heater refer to the Recommended media list After Heater Off lt 30 C gt to 50 C Sets up the After Heater temperature 1 Roll media 2 After Heater 3 Print head Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu K 5 1 1 1 User media menu 5 1 1 1 6 StandbyHeating menu Sets up the length of time to preheat the heater while the printer 1s in standby mode StandbyHeating 10 min to lt 60 min gt to 240 Sets the length of time to preheat the heaters When more than the set time has passed each heater turns off Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu KA 5 1 1 1 User media menu 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 1 1 1 7 Vacuum Fan menu Sets up vacuum fan operation Vacuum Fan foe A when there is a possibility of a paper jam caused by foe qs in media loading when using soft media Set when using general media Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu K amp 5 1 1 1 User m
38. 25 5 1 19 Initialization menu 2 0 0 2 ees 0 26 5 1 20 Life Times menu i cesa eque Ex ur dh RE xe Rer ENDE SOR we CX RU Rs 0 26 OZ HPJAddTeSS MENU a acie De a de o bakit andae do EHE ED a toed al Eos s 5 27 9 1 22 S bnet Mask menu sess raaraa aOR A a EE ER RE 5 27 g2 Gateway Iiellilas o3 d eano Aqu a Seas Be eee dics eat ime 5 28 9 124 Frontinterlace Menu ss 224 26 estes c ER a e ed eet oe ec 5 28 5 2 TestPrinE Mehl uu 979988 8E a0 ha neda a c 6 awa ee de oe ee 5 29 5 3 Adjust Print meli 5223 3 ane do ci o i nn ew eR o n ea 5 30 5 4 Cleaning Men dax morcm Da aere danse de Stace Serm Bie 5 31 5 5 Menu Option menu 0 cc eren 5 32 96 VESIN MENU cies ns ieee 2 te i ak a a de era ee ee 5 35 Sr Sleep Mod MENU undc n ao ator E REC donee Re ee seer te Rod daa 5 36 5 7 1 Timer Setting Men 22 ee ete dude De chou Ee oet UR Bete eod es 5 37 5 7 2 Sleep Mode Start menu 0 0 ee ees 0 38 6 Maintenance 6 1 Replacing consumable components 6 2 6 1 1 Replacing ink cartridges 0 0 ce es 6 2 6 1 2 Replacing roll media llle 6 5 6 1 3 Replacing waste fluid box aaa a 6 9 6 1 4 Replacing the flushing box Sponges 0 00 0 eee 6 11 62 Cleaning the Dinter uuu e ogg ken gU EDU ued uie e 6 17 6 2 1 Cleaning the outer case nanana anaana aa 6 17 6 2 2 Cleaning the inside of the printer llle 6 18 60 2 9 Head clea
39. 4 9 9 9 OCUD DIL a3 305 erac C9 oS SOR OP ON Eee o Ra d ECCO Cu oor drole aba ee SENS 3 25 General Table Of Contents VJ1204 OPERATION MANUAL 354 RACED e caca 2 tee th cece dl eee ee bb ee hee eee db apris 3 26 3 0 AQIUSE DING rus sw econ de sot de eee ee ees 3 27 3 7 Connecting the printer toa PC lee 3 34 3 1 System requirements llle 3 34 9x2 IiPReparmng4 aDleSss sequ deem qu esed ud eu te qaad etit ed dia ad 3 34 3 7 3 Connecting a network interface cable 0 0 ccc ee eee 3 35 4 Handling the printer 4 PRNUIOW Chal 29h qo qe Ue d Burana a d Se RD OD Eee Es 4 2 42 M dldousasad psa iaiete aad Qa diro a ba orbes Doro dome pa did uro urb dria 4 3 422 1 Media VDO s cea ew Eoote uu hdd e eeu etr nem due xus dq edP 4 3 4 2 2 Cautions on handling media llle 4 4 4 2 3 Precaution on storing media llle 4 4 2 mor ME a E e EERE AS EEEE A NEE EA E EEEE E EEE 4 5 4 2 5 Head height adjustment nannaa aaa aaa 4 5 4 2 5 1 When raising the printhead llle 4 5 4 2 5 2 When returning the print head to the original position 4 7 4 2 6 Media feed compensation 0 0 0 ce ee ees 4 9 4 3 Menu setups on the operation panel 4 14 4 3 1 Menu setup procedure 0 0 n 4 14 4 3 2 Panel setup menu overvieW 0 0 0c eee 4 16 4 4 Operating from the operation panel
40. 6 Maintenance 6 3 Moving or transporting the printer This section describes how to move or transport the printer 6 3 1 Moving the printer This sub section describes how to move the printer CAUTION EEEEEEENIE M e Move the printer maintaining a horizontal position e Do not slant the printer prop it against a wall or turn it upside down There is a possibility that ink inside the printer may leak Moreover normal operation after shifting to these positions cannot be guaranteed 1 Preparation before moving When using a dedicated stand follow the procedure below to move the printer 1 Make sure that the printer is turned OFF 2 Check that the butterfly bolts 2 attaching the stand and the printer are not loosen U9 Check that the printer head is in the rightmost position 4 Attach the head unit fastening material and attach it with thumbscrews Y P Zam 2 a JIZZ k gt Head unit fastening material Thumbscrew 5 Remove the scroller 6 Remove all the cables such as the power cable 6 27 6 Maintenance VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 7 Release the lock of the caster and transfer it The casters supplied with the dedicated stand are manufactured for little movement in flat indoor areas not for transporting equipment When moving the printer outdoors in places with big step differences move the stand and printer sepa
41. 8 4 8 3 Optlons SUpDIY list sew eae Wawa we OC ees 8 5 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 1 Safety instructions 1 Safety instructions This chapter explains the installation of this printer warning terms that operators need to know caution items and warning labels on the printer main unit Ay UG e When installing and operating this printer be sure to follow the directions and warnings in this book 1 1 1 Safety instructions VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 1 1 Types and meanings of warnings There are three steps of classification according to the degree of risk or accident for the warnings in the Operation Manual and warning labels on the printer itself Understand the meanings of the following warning terms and follow the contents instructions in this manual rN Used for dangerous situations where death or serious injury may be caused A Used for dangerous situations that may cause slight or medium injury or CAUTION when all or parts of products are damaged It is used for special cautions and for information that needs to be emphasized 1 2 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 1 Safety instructions 1 2 Important safety instructions This section explains general cautions that must be followed in order to use this printer safely oooooQ0o eeeoooo Do not install this printer in the following places It may cause an injury if the printer falls down Ona shaky stand e Slanting location Places where vibration
42. ATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 3 Press the Enter key on the operation panel Maintenance starts e The print head moves to center CR Mainte End is displayed on the operation panel 4 Open the front cover Front cover e While cleaning the cleaning wiper e Do not touch the cleaning wiper and head cap unit Head cleaning may not be performed correctly because of oil from your hands e Make sure to wipe the print head with a dry poly knit wiper A wet poly knit wiper may cause the print head to clog 6 Maintenance VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Use the poly knit wiper to remove the ink and dust on the cleaning wiper a Cleaning wiper front side Remove the ink and dust to right and left l Cleaning wiper Poly knit wiper Head cap unit b Cleaning wiper back side Remove the ink and dust upward Cleaning wiper Poly knit wiper Head cap unit 6 24 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 6 Close the front cover gt A Data Height of head D m Low A Nozzle Check 9 AO 2 secon ds E Cancel e The print head returns to its original position e CR Mainte Start is displayed on the operation panel 6 25 6 Maintenance VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 8 Press the Cancel key on the operation panel ip Dy Data Receiving Height of head e The printer enters Normal e Cleaning of the cleaning wiper is complete 6 26 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL
43. Alignment Proceed to step 8 3 31 3 Before using VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 8 Register a set value for Bi D Quality two way printing quality priority mode a Display the Adjust Print menu on the operation panel in the same way as in step 5 b Press the or key on the operation panel to select Adj 5 Bi D Quality C e Start Bi D Quality pattern printing d Check three print samples that printed with Bi D Quality pattern and select the number that 1s not out of alignment 4 1s selected in the next printing sample LIII Hl Alignment Bi D Q 3 32 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using e Press the or key to enter the number that you selected in step c Height of head De B Oo Low A Nozzle Check AO 2 seconds Cancel O Power Data NT Receiving Processing Height of head Ds B Nozzle Check AO 2 seconds E Cancel e The set value for Bi D Quality is registered e Adj 5 Bi D Quality is displayed on the operation panel 9 Register the setting for Bi D Normal two way printing normal mode in the same way as in step 8 10 Press the Cancel key on the operation panel several times e The operation panel returns to Normal e Alignment ends 3 33 3 Before using VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Connecting the printer to a PC This section explains how to connect the printer and a PC 3 7 1 System requirements The following are the system
44. Count menu Set the frequency spitting pass count that the print head returns to the original flushing box when setting On Media in the Spitting menu When increasing the spitting pass count clogging may occur while printing continuously Ifyou set the spitting pass count to 0 times or less the nozzle will become easily clogged because spitting 1s not performed over the media In this instance print quality cannot be guaranteed ReturnCount 999 times to 0 times to lt 5 Set the spitting pass count times gt to 999 times Example e times return to the flushing box on the original side every time the print head goes and returns Spitting is not performed over the media 0 times the print head goes and returns until printing finishes and does not return to the flushing box Spitting is not performed over the media 1 times return to the flushing box on the original side every time the print head goes and returns 5 times return to the flushing box on the original side every time the print head goes and returns five times Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu K amp 5 1 3 Spitting menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5 1 4 Side Margin menu Set up the right and left margins side margins while printing When setting On Media in the Spitting menu the value of the Side Margin menu 1s disabled
45. DOK iuasiuien tiere e rete onere bed enn 2 2 Wave lamp sud eonudsai tte vatem eibi etes 2 6 When raising the print head 4 5 When returning the print head to the original POSION sin det ta v e ud dt oun 4 7 Winding unit MENU ou eee eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeesensetteeeeees 5 17 Index 3 INDEX VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL Index 4 MUTOH MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD MUTOH AMERICA INC Tel 81 0 3 6758 7020 Tel 1 480 968 7772 Fax 81 0 3 6758 7025 Fax 1 480 968 7990 E mail ibd mutoh co jp E mail sales 9 mutoh com http www mutoh co jp en http www mutoh com index html MUTOH BELGIUM nv Tel 32 0 59 561400 Fax 32 0 59 807117 E mail mutoh 9 mutoh be http www mutoh be MUTOH DEUTSCHLAND GmbH Tel 49 0 211 385474 0 Fax 49 0 211 385474 74 E mail vertrieb mutoh gmbh de http www mutoh de MUTOH North Europe S A MUTOH HONGKONG LTD Tel 352 445 906 Tel 852 2377 341 1 Fax 352 447 093 Fax 852 2377 3422 E mail info 9 segroup lu http www mutoh co jp en http www segroup lu index html MUTOH SINGAPORE PTE LTD Tel 65 6325 3150 Fax 65 6220 4342 E mail sales inq mutoh sg com http www mutoh co jp en index html MUTOH AUSTRALIA PTY LTD Tel 61 2 9437 1366 Fax 61 2 9436 287 1 E mail sales 9 mutoh au com http mutoh au com
46. K amp 6 2 3 Head cleaning Perform the nozzle check once again at the end of the work TIP Referto the following for printing procedure I8 3 5 Test print L 3 23 3 Before using VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 5 2 Mode print Used to confirm the following printing conditions e Print Mode e Effect e Pre heater set temperature e Platen heater set temperature e Drier heater set temperature e Adjustment value TIP e Refer to the following for printing procedure K amp 73 5 Test print 2006 01 01 0 00 Q4 720x7200 8Pass Bi Wave Pre 30 C Platen 30 C After 30 C PF Adjust 0 3 24 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 9 3 Setup print Used to check the current setup of the printer NOTE Paste the setup print on this page TIP 3 Before using User media and print mode lists are printed only when ALL SetUp List is selected Refer to the following for printing procedure K amp 3 5 Test print Setup lt Informat SerialNo Mode Memory Size lt Menu Number Sel ect Menu 11 MediaType L i ion st EY4E000001 VJ 1204 128MB Setup gt 1 Print Mode 2 PF Length 1 Ini 2 Ini Firmware M Firmware C Setup Type 1 Graphics 2 tial Adj Print tial Adjust 250 0 250mm 3 Confirm Adj Print 4 Micro Adj Print 5 Micro Adjust 3 PreHeater 4 PlatenHeater 5 AfterHeater 6 Standby Heat 7 Va
47. Magenta Yellow 220ml 5 ml VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 8 Appendix Environmental Operating Temperature 20 C to 32 C condition environment Humidity 40 to 60 No condensation Printing Temperature 22 C to 30 C accuracy Humidity 40 to 60 No condensation coverage Rate of change Temperature within 2 C per one hour Humidity within 5 per one hour Archiving Temperature 20 C to 60 C environment Humidity 20 9o to 80 96 No condensation Ink unfilled Storage life six months Archiving Temperature 10 C to 40 C environment Humidity 20 to 80 9o No condensation Ink filled Storage life four days 32 C or higher AC 90 V to AC 132 V AC 198 V to AC 264 V 50 Hz 60 Hz 1 Hz Power 1300 W Heater ON consumption Standby Under 40 W Outer diameter 1 218 mm including the stand Stands 0 20 8 kg 8 Appendix VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 8 2 Interface specification This section describes each type of interface specifications supported by this product 8 2 1 Network interface specification Network type Ethernet IEEE802 3 Network I F IOBASE T 100BASE TX Automatic transfer type RJ 45 Connector twist pair cable MDI MDI X Automatic transfer Corresponding TCP IP protocol VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 8 Appendix 8 3 Options Supply list For more information about the options and the supply items contact your local MUTOH dealer 8 5 8 Appendix VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL VJ 12
48. Normal e If there is a problem during initial operation the printer displays a message on the operation panel and may stop operating If operation stops refer to 7 Troubleshooting and deal with the problem 3 Before using VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 2 2 Turning the power OFF Follow the procedure below to turn the printer OFF 1 Verify the following regarding the operational condition of the product e Printing or other operations are not in progress e The operation panel display is Normal The Low lamp on the operation panel lights up in green Ifthe High lamp on the operation panel lights up in green the head height is set to High Return the head height to Low before turning the power OFF K amp 4 2 5 2 When returning the print head to the original position 2 Press the Power key on the operation panel to turn OFF the printer Ifthe operation panel is in the following status the power is ON The Power key is pressed in The Power lamp lights up in green Press the key once again to turn OFF the power e The printer starts the procedure to turn the power OFF e Power Off is displayed on the operation panel VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using Ifthe head height is set to High Change Head Gap Low 1s displayed on the operation panel and the procedure to turn the power OFF stops To restart the procedure return the head height to Low K amp 4 2 5 2 When returning th
49. ON MANUAL 2 Change the head height by moving the head height adjustment lever orange Si Normal 4 NO Name Head height adjustment lever e The Low lamp on the operation panel lights up in green 3 Close the front cover VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 4 2 6 Media feed compensation This section explains the Media feed compensation The feeding length depends on the media type The following or similar results may be seen in prints e Printed images overlap e White lines are printed on images The accuracy of media feeding may be improved with the following methods 1 Display the Media feed compensation menu on the operation panel a Press the Menu key on the operation panel e Menu 1 Setup is displayed on the operation panel e The operation panel shifts to the Setup menu display b Press the gt key on the operation panel e Setl MediaType is displayed on the operation panel c Press the Enter key on the operation panel e Media Type 1 is displayed on the operation panel d Press the key or key on the operation panel to select the media type to use e Press the Enter key on the operation panel e 5 Print Mode is displayed on the operation panel TIP e The selected media Type 1 to 30 is displayed in K amp 5 1 1 MediaType menu f Press the key or key to select 2 PF Adjust g Press t
50. Type12 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Typel3 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Type22 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opul se Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Type23 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse Type 4 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Typel4 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Type24 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Error 0 None 1 None Height of head Normal Number Sel ect Menu 16 Auto Cleaning 17 Ink Status 18 x Ro IK i nd 19 Head Wash 20 CR Maintenance 21 4 Initialization 22 Life Times 23 IP Address 24 x Subnet Mask 25 Gateway 26 FrontInter lace Type 6 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Type 5 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Type15 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Typel6 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30
51. UINCS 2 x grt ak ce ee eee A Vi nha ee ea ee 2 1 2 2 Names of parts and functions 0 00 es 2 2 22 Fron SCCUOM oa dede ue pepe dede oet er aes Rte ee or debeo avos edes t 2 2 2 2 2 JIXGarsecllOnisesa exp bE Eme abd eq xu aee me ES eS 2 3 2 2 9 Operation panel sq X e Ee o SO ZA EL GIA RNC La TR o Cs 2 4 2 9 Pi nter slatiisS s au copas daa ed pec ec RO CLA ba aba ao ou he A C 2 7 Zo INOMMAl 29235400 Hees o dex ede SE afuera uie Un ai umor E UP muse Loa tvomdres 2 232 Setup menu display acaso xe be e ted e eas od EE 2 2 3 3 Changing printer status anaana cc eens 2 7 3 Before using 3 1 Power cable CONNCCUON suu aoo oe ih OR D a aad nae bee ee 3 2 3 2 Turning the power ON OFF leeren 3 5 9 2 1 Turning the DOWer ON et 43 2466 62th ek RI eee oe RUE bets RUE hd 3 5 92 TUMING the DOWeP OFF ss saduceee S Rx ORE doQEEAKGERN RE RIS mE S 3 6 3 3 Installing ink cartridges llllelens 3 8 24 Set ing Ie Id 2s ded adio cores Res ee E Des e car du a ee 3 12 941 LOAGING rol miedid ss uet davit ei E CR CR B hee ee dd 3 12 3 4 2 Setting roll media llle 3 14 949 Setting media type ceras a REIS ORAS GUB CR EN bed eek ded s 3 18 2 9 Rest DUA acest baat tates IE P de aed P dua teca 3 20 9 9 4 INOZZIGSCHOCK Rental dex dd oie sexi e doe M be Ode er ahh d UE dece cuc dea ote 3 23 S02 MOOG DIE cau out bes oe par d e ode ble et ee E PUN ar tt 3 2
52. UR ERU Xe RAPERE UR od webu tends 5 15 So Media INVENDA a 2 too ac ce he Be tede te ee e at dide Beat t 5 15 VJ1204 OPERATION MANUAL General Table Of Contents 5 1 6 Media Width MediaWidth menu llle 5 16 o L VWinaimng unit mend 2260044500 rbd 400 e a a a dbaydewe 4uieeake 5 17 9 19 ONN MENU s aur Ripe es Gla io EU iD aec a a UP Eb abet dus rb a d 0 18 91 9 Prev Suck Ines i e aye reat hd e ie ene e beata de a 5 19 9 1 10 Head Travel menu llle 5 19 LEIF Mut Stike Menu rerit adiu dese RE REENE a a A aA ia bte 5 20 5 1 12 Stike Walt Men ss perek she eee ae a E E aN a E ey 5 20 95 1 13 Slant Check melli ino 24362504259 ERE rio eee reinaan an DEN 5 20 5 1 13 1 Idle auto cleaning MENU 6 eee 5 21 5 1 13 2 Auto cleaning during printing Menu 2 2 ee 5 21 5 1 13 3 Auto cleaning before printing menu nananana anaana ee 5 21 5 1 14 Auto Cleaning Menu 2 0 rre 0 22 9 1 14 1 Idle auto cleaning MENU n aana eee 0 22 9 1 14 2 Auto cleaning during printing menu llle 0 23 5 1 14 3 Auto cleaning before printing menu lille 0 23 5 1 19 INK Status MeN ud HR OR E XR Qd xara E e ee HC pone y2ad lt 5 23 Jol 16 ROINLENG MENU 1a dct bra ooa rt Veg xe STARS erc SR bole eee Tes 5 24 5 1 16 1 Roll media length menu 2 0 eee 5 24 9 17 LONgStOre MENU mennar noe oe Sire dur DU PETRO ege soared e his ea po 5 25 5 1 18 CR Maintenance Menu 1 0 gt 5
53. a while Initialization menu Press 2sec The Cleaning key or the Nozzle Check 82 2 3 Operation l 12 key is pressed for less than 2 seconds Press panel the key for more than 2 seconds again 15 Insert CleaningCart Cleaning the print head 1873 3 Installing ink Attach the cleaning cartridge cartridges 16 Insert InkCartridges Filling the ink 873 3 Installing ink Insert an ink cartridge cartridges 7 Troubleshooting VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL Transport Mode Preparing for transportation Please wait a 136 32 Transporting the printer Media Type OK Initializing the media K amp 3 4 3 Setting Please wait a while media type ee ie represents the setup media type Ls es Open The front cover is open L 3 4 Setting media Lever Up The media loading lever was switched to 33 4 Setting the back side Set the media media The value of the Authorization Code may be displayed for the display of the option function For details contact your local MUTOH dealer ee Initial 7 2 2 Error message display and remedies This section describes error messages and remedies Error messages are displayed when certain failures occur during printer operation If an error that can be displayed occurs the printer may display the following error messages on the operation panel and stop operation If the printer stops operating solve the error so that the printer restarts 1 Undefined Media F
54. ailed in identifying the Reload the media 1873 4 Setting media media Stops operation 2 Media Slant The media was not fed Reload the media 1873 4 Setting straight media Stops operation 3 End Of Roll The roll media has run out Load a new roll media L 6 1 2 Stops operation Replacing roll media InkNearEnd Ink is running out Prepare a new ink cartridge 876 1 1 Continues operation Replacing ink cartridges Ink End Ink has run out Replace with the new ink 876 1 1 Stops operation cartridge Replacing ink cartridges No Cartridge Cartridge is not inserted Insert an ink cartridge 1873 3 Installing Stops operation ink cartridges Stops operation cartridges 7 Not Original A genuine ink cartridge is Insert a genuine ink K 6 1 1 not inserted cartridge Replacing ink VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 7 Troubleshooting Waste fluid box shortly becomes full Continues operation NearFullWasteInkTank FullWasteInkTank No Waste InkTank Life Times Head Life Times Pump 13 Life Times CR Motor 14 Life Times PF Motor Check Ink S C ReadErr S C Col Err S C Ink Err Broken Chip The waste fluid box is full Stops operation The waste fluid box 1s removed Stops operation The operational life of the print head has almost expired Continues operation The operational life of the pump motor h
55. al e MUTOH ValueJet VJ 1204 MH RTL are registered trademarks or product names of MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD e Windows 95 Windows 98 Windows NT4 0 Windows 2000 Windows XP Windows Vista and MS DOS are registered trademarks or product names of Microsoft Corporation e Other company and product names may be registered trademarks or product names No part of this product or publication may be reproduced copied or transmitted in any form or by any means except for personal use without the permission of MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD The product and the contents of this publication may be changed without prior notification e MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD has made the best efforts to keep this publication free from error but if you find any uncertainties or misprints please call us or the shop where you bought this equipment e MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD shall not be liable for any damages or troubles resulting from the use of this equipment or this manual Warranty Limitations VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL Warranty Limitations 1 MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD warrants part repair or replacement as a sole measure only if a failure is found in the system or in the materials and workmanship of the product the seller produced However if the cause of failure 1s uncertain decide the action after due mutual consultation Details concerning the warranty are written in the warranty certificate included with the product 2 The warranty shall not apply to any direc
56. an menu Vacuum Fan menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 7 Troubleshooting 2 The media is crumpled during initialization Ifthe media is jammed or torn remove it according to 7 3 The media 1s jammed E you using the recommended Use the recommended media E 2 1 Media type EE Is the loading position of the media Set the media correctly K amp 3 4 2 Setting roll correct media k Is the media loaded at an angle Set the media straight 873 42 Setting roll media Are there any foreign materials such Clean the pressurizing roller KS 6 2 2 Cleaning as paper attached to the pressurizing the inside of the printer 5 Isthe printer used in an environment Only use the printer in an environment that K Installation other than the one specified such as_ is specified for use near an air conditioner Are you using folded torn or rolled Replace the media LK 4 2 2 Cautions media on handling media 3 The wrong media size is set during initialization LIN you using LII M recommended Use the recommended media E 2 1 Media type LII M Is the media loaded at an angle Set the media straight 873 42 Setting roll media When the media is set does it curl Straighten the media or seta new media 73 4 2 Setting roll upward media Is the printer used in an environment Only use the printer in an environment that S34 Loading other than the one specified such as__ is specified for use roll media near an air
57. and the margin to perform the flushing operation is set automatically Le 5 1 3 Spitting menu Side Margin Set the side margins Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu LES 5 1 Setup menu 5 1 5 Media Initial menu Decides whether to detect the width and front edge of the media when initializing the media Init The media is not detected NOTE me e Set the media width that is set in the Media Width menu when setting Off in the Media detection menu K 5 1 6 Media Width MediaWidth menu Top amp Width Detect the media width and edge while initializing the media Detect the media width while initializing the media Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu LES 5 1 Setup menu 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 1 6 Media Width MediaWidth menu Set up the distance between the right end from 5 mm and the left end 1f media detection is not performed when initializing the media E 8 1 Media Width menu Displays the detected media width if media detection is performed during media initialization K amp 2 MediaWidth menu Roll media Media width 1 Media Width menu e Setting a larger value than the media width set in the Media Width menu may cause ink to leak on the media or printer em Width
58. as almost expired Continues operation The life CR motor is almost expired Continues operation The operational life of the PF motor has almost expired Continues operation Printer cannot identify the ink cartridge or correctly Reading Smart chip has been failed Ink cartridges are inserted in wrong slots The ink cannot be used for this printer Smart Chip has been broken Replace the waste fluid box Replace the waste fluid box Install the waste fluid box Contact your local MUTOH dealer Contact your local MUTOH dealer Contact your local MUTOH dealer Contact your local MUTOH dealer Insert the ink cartridge again Contact your local MUTOMH dealer Insert Ink cartridges again If Smart chip still cannot be read insert new Ink cartridges Insert ink cartridges correctly again Contact your local MUTOH dealer S C CodeErr Inserted Ink cartridge is not Contact your local a proper one MUTOH dealer Insert new Ink cartridges E 86 13 Replacing waste fluid box E 86 13 Replacing waste fluid box E 86 13 Replacing waste fluid box Replacing ink cartridges E8 6 1 1 Replacing ink cartridges E8 6 1 1 Replacing ink cartridges E8 6 1 1 Replacing ink cartridges E8 6 1 1 Replacing ink cartridges e The color inside in the error display represents the ink color with a problem Ifthe No Ink and No Cartridge err
59. before using the printer Read 4 Daily maintenance through 5 Troubleshooting as necessary About this Manual VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 Manual Notation This section explains general cautions that must be followed in order to use this printer safely Used for dangerous situations where death or serious injury may be caused Used for dangerous situations that may cause slight or medium injury or when all or parts of products are damaged It is used for special cautions and for information that needs to be emphasized Indicates useful tips for operating or understanding the printer Indicates prohibited operations Indicates required operations Indicates reference pages in this manual VJ1204 OPERATION MANUAL General Table Of Contents GENERAL TABLE OF CONTENTS pu 4 1 Safety instructions 1 1 Types and meanings of warnings eee 1 2 1 2 Important safety instructions 0 0 0 cc es 1 3 Lo Warming IdDOlS a co Pea edhe did e oe bee ee ba oe ead wha bee ers 1 6 1 3 1 Handling the warning labelS 0 0 0 0 ee 1 6 1 3 2 Location and type of warning labelS 0 0 0 0 0c eee eee 1 6 1 4 Operation procedure labels 0 00 cee ees 1 7 1 4 1 Handling the operation procedure labels 0 0 2 0 000 cee 1 7 1 4 2 Location and type of operation procedure labels 00 1 7 2 Product overview 2 OC A
60. ch disconnect the power plug from the electric socket and contact your local MUTOH dealer Wire the various cords as directed in the Operation Manual Mistaken wiring could cause fire Be sure to use the power cable supplied with the printer Using other power cables can cause an electric shock or fire Make sure to use only the specified power supply AC 100 V 120 V or AC 220 V 240 V Ifa power supply other than the specified voltage is used it could cause an electric shock and fire 1 Safety instructions VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL eee gt o oooooooooo o Take power for the printer directly from the power socket AC 100 V 120 V or AC 220 V 240 V Do not use multiple plugs on the same socket This could generate heat and might cause fire Be sure to use a dedicated power socket with earth wire for the power supply and connect it to the earth wire If the earth wire is not connected an electric shock or fire may occur The waste fluid from the printer is industrial waste Proper waste fluid disposal according to industrial waste disposal laws and ordinances of your local government is required Consign disposal of waste fluids to a specialized processor CAUTION Pay attention to the following points when handling power cable Do not do anything forcefully on the power cable Do not put heavy objects on the power cable Do not bend twist or pull the power cable by force Do not route the power cable near
61. cuum Fan Effect Flushing SideMargin Media Initial Medi aWi dth Take up Feed Origin Prevent Stick Head Fan CR Movement Overwrite Cnt Media Slant Media Type List Media Type Print Mode PF gt Initial Adjust PF gt Micro 4pass Pf gt Micro 6pass Pf gt Micro 8pass PF gt Micro 16pass PreHeater PlatenHeater AfterHeater Standby Heat Vacuum Fan Media Type Print Mode PF gt Initial Adjust PF gt Micro 4pass Pf gt Micro 6pass Pf gt Micro 8pass PF gt Micro 16pass PreHeater Pl atenHeater AfterHeater Standby Heat Vacuum Fan Media Type Print Mode PF Initial Adjust PF gt Micro 4pass Pf gt Micro 6pass Pf gt Micro 8pass PF gt Micro 16pass PreHeater PlatenHeater AfterHeater Standby Heat Vacuum Fan JOverwrite Wait Type 1 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Typel1 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Type21 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Fine amp Wavel Origin 3mm Width 1000mm Off Type 3 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High Type 2 Graphics 2 250 0 250mm Opulse Opulse Opulse Opulse 30 C 30 C 30 C 60min High
62. d Use the recommended media Bod 2 1 Media type ME nnl Is the scroller set correctly Set the scroller correctly K amp 3 4 1 Loading roll media Is the nozzle in good condition Perform Head cleaning L 6 2 3 Head cleaning EN you Deu EE Alignment Perform llc MEN IL 873 6 E3736 Adjust print E3736 Adjust print Ed aiino al you perform Media feed acc NN Media feed compensation L 4 2 6 Media feed compensation compensation Is each heater set to the appropriate Set it to the appropriate temperature L8 511 13 Pre temperature Heater menu to 5 1 1 1 5 After Heater menu 7 Isthe head height set to High Return the head height to Normal Low 84 2 5 Head height adjustment 7 Troubleshooting VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Printing lines are not straight Possible cause p Remedy o Reference __ Is the ink cartridge within the validity Use a new ink SE B 1 1 Replacing period ink cartridges E Are you using the recommended Use the recommended media K amp 4 2 1 Media type media EZ you Loo c MU Alignment Perform uad c N 873 6 Adjustprint 6 873 6 Adjustprint print Bussi cca you perform Media feed a Media feed compensation 4 2 6 Media feed compensation compensation 6 a lines are duplicated or patchy Possiblecause cause Remedy o Reference La BI NN nozzle in good condition NEN HEN Head cleaning 2 3 Head cleaning Is the head height set to High Return the head heig
63. e menu 5 37 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 7 2 Sleep Mode Start menu Activate Sleep Mode During Sleep Mode Press Enter to restart will be displayed in the operation panel During Sleep Mode pressing Enter key will return the printer to normal operation f you try to switch to Sleep Mode under the following circumstances Don t Start Sleep Mode will be displayed and the printer will not change to Sleep Mode e The front cover is open The media loading lever was switched to the back side The waste fluid tank is full e The ink cartridge is empty The ink cartridge has been removed An object other than an appropriate ink cartridge 1s inserted in the cartridge slot etc Activate Sleep Mode again after returning the printer to a normal state E86 7 2 Error messages During Sleep Mode pressing Enter key under one of the circumstances listed above will not return the printer to normal operation Return the printer to a normal state and press Enter key to return the printer to normal operation L8 7 2 Error messages start Sleep Mode Enter key activate Sleep Mode Cancel key shifts to the previous menu without activating Sleep Mode K 5 7 Sleep Mode menu Restart Enter Mon Sleep Mode Enter key return the printer to normal operation 5 38 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 6 Maintenance This chapter describes daily maintenance of the product
64. e operation panel 4 3 1 Menu setup procedure Follow the procedure below to configure each setup menu 1 Confirm that the operation panel is Normal 2 Press the Menu key on the operation panel e Menu 1 Setup gt is displayed on the operation panel e The operation panel shifts to the Setup menu display 3 Press the key or key on the operation panel to select a setup item and press the Enter key e The settings will be confirmed e When setup items have a submenu the display shifts to the next menu When a setup item has a submenu gt 1s displayed on the right end of the LCD monitor of the operation panel For the general outline of each setup item refer to 4 3 2 Panel setup menu overview 4 14 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 4 The setting in the blinking part on the LCD monitor of the operation panel can be changed Press the key or key to change the setting Nozzle Check WO seconds Cancel 5 To save the changed setting press the Enter key on the operation panel Data K Receiving Processing Height of head D N e The setting is saved and the next setup item is displayed e Ifyou press the Cancel key key or key without pressing Enter key after changing a setting the change will not be saved 6 Press the Cancel key on the operation panel to exit from the setup 4 15 4 Handling the printe
65. e print head to the original position e All the lamps on the operation panel and the LCD monitor are turned OFF e The printer automatically turns the power OFF e If there is a problem during turning OFF operation a message is displayed on the operation panel and the printer may stop operating If operation stops refer to 7 Troubleshooting and deal with the problem e After turning OFF the printer wait for 10 seconds or longer to turn it ON again 3 When not using the printer for a long period push the media loading lever to the back Media loading lever 3 Before using VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 3 Installing ink cartridges This section describes the replacement time and steps of ink cartridges CAUTION M When handling ink cartridges pay attention so that ink does not get into your eyes or stick to your skin If ink gets into your eyes or sticks to your skin immediately wash it off with water Failing to do so might cause irritation or light inflammation of eyes In case of any abnormality consult a physician immediately e Do not disassemble ink cartridges If disassembled there is a possibility that ink might come into contact with eyes or skin When refilling ink use original manufacturer s ink cartridge This printer is designed to use genuine ink cartridges If you use ink cartridges which are not produced by the original manufacturer Printing might become blurred and the end of the
66. edia menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5 1 2 Effect menu Sets up the Effect menu Set up this menu when you want to improve print quality by adjusting the set print mode The print quality may not be improved depending on the printing condition Effect The Effect function 1s not used If obvious white lines or uneven print density appear on printed media in None 1 set to None 2 The printing joint will be the wave form It will be improved the print quality Wave 2 If obvious white lines or uneven print density appear on printed media in Wave 1 set to Wave 2 The printing joint will shade off as the wave form Set up this menu when obvious white lines or uneven print Fuzz 2 density appear on printed media in Wave If obvious white lines or uneven print density appear on printed media in Fuzz 1 set to Fuzz 2 Set when colors become irregular If irregular colors are not fixed using Wow 1 set to Wow 2 Perform printing at a slow speed compared with Wave Set up this menu when improving the print quality compared Fine amp Wave 2 wiih Woe If obvious white lines or uneven print density appear on printed media in Fine amp Wave 1 set to Fine amp Wave 2 Perform printing at a slow speed compared with Fuzz r Set up this menu when improving the print quality compared Fine amp Fuzz 2 with Fuzz If obvious white lines or uneven print density appear on printed media in Fine amp Fuzz 1 s
67. eding media smoothly when the media is set or printed The heater pre heater to warm media is installed 2 Product overview VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 2 2 3 Operation panel Used for setting operation conditions display of printer status and various functions Names of each operation key and status display along with the functions are explained Refer to the following for details regarding the operation method of the operation panel When performing menu setting from the operation panel S 4 3 Menu setups on the operation panel When performing various operations in the operation panel I8 4 4 Operating from the operation panel i Wave E Fine amp S Fine 1 Operation keys The operation keys are assigned with different functions and names depending on printer status Normal or Setup menu display For details about printer status refer to 2 3 Printer status Menu key l Shifts to the Setup menu Shifts from Setup menu display to Normal 2 4 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 2 Product overview Enter key The menu to set is selected and it shifts to the next hierarchy The setting is determined and saved Cleaning key Press and hold this key for two seconds or more to clean the print head Cancel key When printing Returns to the previous menu Forcefully terminates printing and hierarchy Changes made in the deletes one file of the remaining setting are discarded data Shifts from Se
68. enting the error occurred may be indicated in e For the settings on your PC side refer to the Operating Manual attached with your PC 7 12 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 7 Troubleshooting 7 2 5 Error requiring restart This section describes errors requiring restart and remedies An error requiring restart is displayed if a fatal operational failure such as the following occurs e When an obstacle that prevents printing occurs e When a problem occurs with the electrical circuit such as the PCB motor and sensor of the printer When a failure in the printer control program occurs If an error requiring restart occurs the printer stops operating after performing the following operations 1 The drive power automatically shuts down 2 All lamps on the operation panel blink and the buzzer rings continuously 3 The error message is displayed on the operation panel Pressing any key on the operation panel stops the beeping For an error requiring restart operation will return to normal after removing the cause of the error and restarting the printer If the same error continues to be displayed contact the your local MUTOH dealer Be sure to tell us the code no of the error message when you contact us E Error A problem that does not 1 Remove obstacles such 877 3 The media have a remedy has as paper scraps in the drive jg jammed occurred system 2 Confirm that the replaced 876 Replacing items are correctly con
69. enu Sets up when adjusting the printer for the optimum quality of image print L8 5 3 Adjust Print menu Cleaning menu Perform Head cleaning L8 5 4 Cleaning menu Menu Option menu Sets up the contents of the Setup menu L8 5 5 Menu Option menu Version menu Displays the versions of the firmware L S 5 6 Version menu Sleep mode menu Sleep mode settings are configured 185 7 Sleep Mode menu The lt gt parts in each list are factory default settings initial values For details of the Setup menu refer to the following manual ES QUICK REFERENCE Setup menu diagram 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 1 Setup menu Various settings of the printer are configured MediaType Sets up the media type to print Enter key shifts to the sub menu K amp 5 1 1 MediaType menu Effect Sets up the Effect menu Enter key shifts to the sub menu K 5 1 2 Effect menu Spitting Set up the Flushing operation while printing Enter key shifts to the sub menu K 5 1 3 Spitting menu Side Margin Specifies the right and left margins of printed media Enter key shifts to the sub menu ES 5 1 4 Side Margin menu Media Initial Decides whether to detect the width and front edge of the media when initializing the media Enter key shifts to the sub menu K 5 1 5 Media Initial menu Specifies the media width between the loading mark and the left end if media detection is not performed during media initializatio
70. er 4 2 4 Printing area The printable area of this printer 1s as follows c Oo o o D E O D D a 3mm tv b 3mm D gt c 3mm d 3mm Printable Area a 4 2 5 Head height adjustment Printing with high printing rate or using strongly curved media can cause print heads to rub Changing the head height may allow you to avoid head rub Follow the procedure below to change the head height 4 2 5 1 When raising the print head Ifthe head height adjustment lever is raised high print quality is not guaranteed Donotopen the front cover or change the head height during printing If the head height 1s changed the alignment will be changed and high print quality will not be guaranteed 4 Handling the printer VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 1 Open the front cover 2 Change the head height by moving the head height adjustment lever orange Head height adjustment lever e The High lamp on the operation panel lights up in green VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 3 Close the front cover 4 2 5 2 When returning the print head to the original position e Do not open the front cover or change the head height during printing If the head height is changed the alignment will be changed and high print quality will not be guaranteed 1 Open the front cover Front cover 4 7 4 Handling the printer VJ 1204 OPERATI
71. et to Fine amp Fuzz 2 A S Fine amp Wave Performs Wave printing using one side of the nozzles of the print head Since only one side of the nozzles is used printing speed becomes half of Wave 1 to 2 Set up this menu when improving the print quality compared with Fine amp Wave 1 to 2 B S Fine amp Wave Performs Wave printing using the other side of the nozzles of the print head that is used for A S Fine amp Wave Since only one side of the nozzles is used printing speed becomes half of Wave 1 to 2 Set up this menu when improving the print quality compared with Fine amp Wave 1 to 2 Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu K8 5 1 Setup menu 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 1 3 Spitting menu Set up the Flushing operation while printing Spitting Perform the flushing operation to return to the original flushing box every time the print head goes and returns Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu LS 5 1 Setup menu lt On Media gt Perform the flushing operation on the page margins Improve the print quality since returning to the original flushing box Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the sub menu KS 5 1 3 1 Spitting Pass Count menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu KS 5 1 Setup menu 5 1 3 1 Spitting Pass
72. eturns to Normal 3 29 3 Before using Press the key or key on the operation panel to select the printing mode to use 3 Before using VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Display the Adjust Print menu on the operation panel a Press the Menu key on the operation panel O Power Data D Receiving Height of head Orne Dl Menu 1 Setup gt is displayed on the operation panel The operation panel shifts to the Setup menu display b Press the key or key to select Menu3 Adjust Print gt Height of head Or D c Press the gt key on the operation panel O Power Data D Receiving Processing Height of head Dus Dl D A b Nozzle Check WO seconds 2 a Adj 1 Confirm is displayed on the operation panel e The display enters the Adjust Print menu K amp 5 3 Adjust Print menu 3 30 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 6 Press the Enter key on the operation panel Nozzle Check AO 2 seconds oc Q Cancel 2A 1B 1A 4B 4A 3B 3A 2B 2A 1B 1A 4B 4A 3B 3A 2B 2A 1B 1A e After the confirmation pattern is printed the operation panel shifts to Normal 7 Confirm that the confirmation pattern printing result is as follows 1A e e ee e o e o eee eee eee eee momo momo momo momo om a When the printing result is O You do not need perform Alignment Proceed to step 10 b When the printing result is x You need to perform
73. g is not performed The cleaning selected on the cleaning menu before printing 1s performed I8 6 2 3 Head cleaning Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu I8 5 1 14 Auto Cleaning menu 5 21 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 1 14 Auto Cleaning menu Makes various settings for the auto cleaning operation The cleaning mode reflects the settings in the operation panel L8 6 2 3 Head cleaning Auto Cleaning WaitingTime Makes settings for the auto cleaning operation on standby I8 5 1 14 1 Idle auto cleaning menu PrintingTime Makes settings for the auto cleaning during printing K 5 1 14 2 Auto cleaning during printing menu Before Print Makes settings for the auto cleaning before printing T8 5 1 14 3 Auto cleaning before printing menu Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu K 5 1 Setup menu 5 1 14 1 Idle auto cleaning menu Makes settings for the auto cleaning operation on standby Setup item Setting Description WaitingTime Omin to lt 360min gt to Select the time to perform the auto cleaning on standby 1440min Omin Auto cleaning is not performed Others After that the selected time has passed the head cleaning selected at the cleaning menu is performed K amp 6 2 3 Head cleaning Enter ke
74. g operation and pause operation are repeated during the ink replenishment e When 100 is displayed the ink replenishment is complete Do not perform the following operations during ink filling Do not turn the printer OFF Do not unplug the power cable Do not open the front cover Do not push the media loading lever backward e After the ink replenishment is complete Media End is displayed on the operation panel VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using Ifthe printer perform the nozzle check printing immediately after initial ink replenishment is complete the following results may occur Printed lines become blurred The data 1s partially not printed In such cases follow 6 2 3 Head cleaning and refill a small amount of ink Then check the printing result If there is no improvement in the print result even after refill a small amount of ink leave the printer unused for an hour or more Then refill a small amount of ink again and check the print result If there 1s still no improvement contact your local MUTOH dealer 3 11 3 Before using VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 4 Setting media This section explains how to set media and settings for each media type Refer to the following for details about handling media E84 2 Media Refer to the following for types and details of recommended media K amp 4 2 1 Media type K amp 8 3 Options Supply list 3 4 1 Loading roll media
75. he gt key on the operation panel e PFI Initial Print is displayed on the operation panel e Proceed to Media feed compensation menu E 875 1 1 1 2 Dist Adj menu 4 Handling the printer VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 2 Performs initial adjust print a Press the Enter key on the operation panel e Feed Length 250 mm is displayed on the operation panel TIP e The length of media that is fed feeding length for initial adjustment printing is normally set at 250 mm e f you increase the feeding length the accuracy of the Media feed compensation improves To change the feeding length press the key or key on the operation panel and change the set value b Press the Enter key on the operation panel e Printing is displayed on the operation panel e Start Initial adjustment printing Tas ot Feed Length Media feeding direction e When the initial adjustment printing is complete the printer enters Normal c After the initial adjustment printing cut the media K amp 4 4 3 Cutting media 3 Measure the distance between the two pluses in the initial adjustment print using a ruler 4 Setup Initial Adjust Change a Press the key or key on the operation panel to select PF2 Initial Change b Press the Enter key on the operation panel e nit 250 0 250 mm is displayed on the operation panel c Press the key or key on the operation panel and enter the measured value in
76. he Front Interlace menu Displays all items in the Setup menu Pressing the Enter key displays for all items in the Menu Option menu NOTE me Thefollowing items are never displayed even when ALL On is selected Feed Prev Stick _ _ _ _ _ E 5 33 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL ALL Off No items in the Setup menu are displayed Pressing the Enter key deletes for all items in the Menu Option menu Even if you select ALL Off you can display the items temporarily by selecting Temporary in the Setup menu Cancel key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu L amp 5 Panel setup menu 5 34 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 56 Version menu Displays the versions of the firmware Ver M C Main Displays the versions of the firmware on the main M Controller and controller C sides Cancel key shifts to the previous menu I S 5 Panel setup menu 5 35 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 7 Sleep Mode menu Sleep mode settings are configured When you activate sleep mode the printer operates as follows e The exhaust fan stops e The paper lifting fan stops e All heaters stop e All lamps turn off except for the power lamp e Automatic head cleaning is performed after the time set in the Timer Setting Menu has expired K amp 5 7 1 Timer Setting menu The cleaning mode reflects
77. head with the cleaning fluid Enter key Perform head cleaning The following contents is displayed on the operation panel Remove Cartridges Remove the ink cartridge and install the cleaning cartridge ES 6 1 1 Replacing ink cartridges Cancel key shifts to the previous menu without cleaning the print head ES 5 1 Setup menu 5 1 18 CR Maintenance menu Performs maintenance Use this for replacing the flushing box sponge and cleaning the cleaning wiper K amp 6 1 4 Replacing the flushing box sponges K amp 6 2 4 Cleaning the cleaning wiper CR Mainte Start Performs maintenance Enter key The print head moves to center The cleaning wiper moves forward End Completes maintenance Enter key Print head returns to the original position The cleaning wiper returns to the original position Cancel key shifts to the previous menu without maintenance ES 5 1 Setup menu 5 25 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 1 19 Initialization menu Returns the settings of the printer to default Initialization ALL A settings can be returned to All settings can be returned to factory default default a The settings of the eee menu is returned to factory default Except MediaType The settings value other than the MediaType menu is returned to factory default Enter key Initialing is displayed on the operation panel and the printer initializes the setting Cancel
78. heating appliances Pay attention to the following points when handling the power supply plug Any mishandling of the power cable could cause a fire Make sure that no foreign substances such as dust etc are stuck to the power plug e Make sure that the power plug is firmly inserted to the edge of the power socket When handling ink cartridges pay attention so that ink does not get into your eyes or stick to your skin If ink gets into your eyes or sticks to your skin immediately wash it off with water Failing to do so might cause irritation or light inflammation of eyes In case of any abnormality consult a physician immediately Do not disassemble ink cartridges If disassembled there 1s a possibility that ink might come into contact with eyes or skin Do not operate the media loading lever during initial operation The print head portion may touch the pressurizing roller portion and cause a malfunction Do not touch the media guide during printing It is hot and may cause a burn Do not touch the media feed slot platen or media guide while heaters are operating They are hot and may cause a burn Do not use volatile solvents such as thinner benzene or alcohol These solvents could cause damage to the paint Be careful that no moisture enters the printer There is a possibility that the electric circuit inside the printer 1s short circuited Do not open covers attached using screws under any circumstances This may cause a
79. ht to Normal Low 874 2 5 Head height adjustment 7 8 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 7 Troubleshooting 7 2 Error messages This section describes messages displayed during normal printer operation or when errors occur and solutions to the messages 7 2 1 Status messages This section describes messages displayed during printer normal operation When the product is operating correctly each operation status 1s displayed on the operation panel as below Ready to Print Standby Media is loaded D m oss 2 Media End Standby Media is not loaded KS 3 4 Setting media 3 ae ENLL NNNM NN NNNM em 0000 mem 0 Mew anger 0 0 K amp 6 2 3 Head cleaning Cleaning Cleaning the head Please wait a while Ink Refill Filling the ink Please wait a while KS 3 3 Installing ink cartridges Busy Washing Cleaning the print head by cleaning fluid 3 33 Installing ink Please wait a while cartridges Moving Origin Pos The print head is moving to the original K85 1 8 Origin printing position in the Origin setup menu menu Please wait a while 1 Confirm Position gt E The print head is moving to the original K85 1 8 Origin printing position in the Origin setup menu menu Press the Enter key Remove Cartridges Cleaning the print head K amp 5 1 17 Longstore Attach the cleaning cartridge menu 13 Initializing Initializing the setting in the Initialization 875 19 menu Please wait
80. ial adjust print starts After printing the printer enters Normal Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu ES 5 1 1 1 2 Dist Adj menu 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 2 Initial Change menu Set up Initial Adjust Change Init 50 0mm to lt 250 0mm gt to Set up Initial Adjust Change 550 0mm Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu ES 5 1 1 1 2 Dist Adj menu 3 Confirm Print menu Perform Confirm Print Feed Length 100mm to lt 250mm gt to Changes the length feed length of the media feed 500mm direction for Confirm Print Enter key Determines the setting Printing is displayed on the operation panel and initial adjust print starts After printing the printer enters Normal Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu K 5 1 1 1 2 Dist Adj menu 4 Micro Print menu Perform Micro Adjustment Print Micro Print Printing Prints the following PF pattern micro adjustment with a focus on the micro adjustment value Printing interval 1 pulse Cancel key shifts to the previous menu Stops printing and returns to the previous menu if printing is in progress KS 5 1 Setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5 Micro Change menu Set up Micro Adjustment Change Micro EC 20 pulse to 0 pulse to Set
81. int Start Enter key If the heater temperature does not reach the set value during warming up printing starts Temperature Pre Check the current Pre Heater temperature Platen Check the current Platen Heater temperature Check the current After Heater temperature Pre Heater Change the Pre Heater temperature Platen Heater Change the Platen Heater temperature After Heater Change the After Heater temperature PF Adjust Change the feed adjustment value Backup Enter key Save the changed setting ee Cancel key The printer returns to Normal 4 21 4 Handling the printer VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 4 5 Pausing printing It is possible to pause to print during printing Follow the procedure below to pause or restart printing e If the printing is paused the print quality will not be guaranteed 1 Check that the printer is in operating 2 Press the key on the operation panel e The printer pauses printing e PrintRestart gt ENTER is displayed on the operation panel 3 To restart printing press the Enter key on the operation panel e The printer restarts printing 4 22 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5 Panel setup menu The section explains the Setup menu of the printer Setup menu Various settings of the printer are configured KA 5 1 Setup menu Test Print menu Performs nozzle check of the print head and setup list L8 5 2 TestPrint Menu Adjust Print m
82. ition and media feeding distance with the following keys 00000 mm to 99 999 mm gt key Decrease the print head transferring Y media feeding distance 00000 mm to 9 999mm Confirm Position Enter distance key Increase the print head transferring distance key Increase the media feeding distance key Decrease the media feeding distance Y 1 Starting position 2 Media feeding direction Enter key Moving Origin Pos is displayed on the operation panel and the print head moves to the starting position The following contents is displayed on the operation panel Enter key or after a certain period of time Determines the setting Print head returns to the original position Save the setting and shift to the previous menu ES 5 1 Setup menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu KS 5 1 Setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5 1 9 Prev Stick menu Sets up to prevent media from sticking when printing starts e When the Winding unit menu is set to Typel the setting for the Prev Stick menu is disabled K amp 5 1 7 Winding unit menu Setup item Setting Description Prev Stick The sticking operation 1s not performed lt On gt The sticking operation is performed Feed the media back and forth to prevent from sticking Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and
83. key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu I8 5 1 Setup menu 5 1 22 Subnet Mask menu sets the subnet mask of the printer Besure to set the subnet mask after consulting the network administrator Subnet Mask 000 000 000 000 to Change the subnet mask to operate the following keys lt 255 255 255 000 gt to e key increases the setting value 255 235 255 255 key decreases the setting value Enter key changes the setting for the next segment Cancel key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu I8 5 1 Setup menu 5 27 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 1 23 Gateway menu Sets the gateway Besure to set the gateway after consulting the network administrator Gateway 000 000 000 000 to Change the gateway to operate the following keys lt 192 168 001 254 gt to e key increases the setting value 233 2539 239 255 key decreases the setting value Enter key changes the setting for the next segment Cancel key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu KS 5 1 Setup menu 5 1 24 Front Interlace menu Set the front interlace function This function is applied when the banding appears at the beginning of print Front Interlace The front interlace function is not used The front interlace function is used Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts
84. llowing points when handling the power supply plug Any mishandling of the power cable could cause a fire e Make sure that no foreign substances such as dust etc are stuck to the power plug e Make sure that the power plug is firmly inserted to the edge of the power socket When you do not use the printer for a long period make sure to pull out the power plug from the power socket for safety e Make sure to connect an earth wire to the earth connection that meets the following standards e Earth terminal of power socket e Earth wire with copper plate which is buried at 650 mm or more deep in the ground e Contact the retail outlet of purchase if the earth connection cannot be established or if the earth connection is not given When the power supply of the printer is ON do not pull out the power cable from the power socket Whenever the plug is pulled out from the power socket allow one minute or more before inserting the plug in the power socket again Power plug 3 4 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3 2 Turning the power ON OFF This section explains how to turn the printer ON OFF 3 2 1 Turning the power ON Follow the procedure below to turn the power ON 1 Press the Power key on the operation panel to turn ON the printer e The Power lamp on the operation panel lights up in green e The printer starts initial operation e When the initial operation is complete the printer enters
85. menu 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 1 1 MediaType menu Sets up the media type to print en M Type 1 Sets up the media type to print It is possible to set 30 different user settings as Type 1 Type 2 to 30 for printing pe Enter key shifts to the sub menu K amp 5 1 1 1 User media menu Type 29 Type 30 Cancel key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu KA 5 1 Setup menu 5 1 1 1 User media menu Various settings on the user media are configured In the User media menu 30 different settings can be set as Type 1 to 30 for the following printing operation f media other than recommended one user media 1s used the following problems may occur Media detection error Slant snag and wrinkle of media Media jams Favorable print quality cannot be obtained due to blots blurs or dirt of ink End detection of roll media cannot be performed etc The problems caused by the use of user media will not be covered by the warranty and repair expenses will be paid by the customer For details contact your local MUTOH dealer 5 4 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu Type 1 to 30 Print Mode Sets up the print mode according to the usage of print data or print speed Enter key shifts to the sub menu K 5 1 1 1 1 Print Mode menu PF Adjust Various settings on the Media feed compensation are configured gt key shifts to the sub menu K 5 1 1 1 2 Dist Adj
86. n Displays the detected media width if media detection is performed during media initialization Media Width MediaWidth Enter key shifts to the sub menu K 5 1 6 Media Width MediaWidth menu Take up Set the operation of the optional winding unit Enter key shifts to the sub menu K amp 5 1 7 Winding unit menu Origin Sets the beginning of printing origin of the print data Enter key shifts to the sub menu K amp 5 1 8 Origin menu Prev Stick Sets up to prevent media from sticking when printing starts Enter key shifts to the sub menu KS 5 1 9 Prev Stick menu Head Travel Sets up the range that the print head moves while printing Enter key shifts to the sub menu ES 5 1 10 Head Travel menu Multi Strike Sets up the overwrite count per line Enter key shifts to the sub menu K amp 5 1 11 Multi Strike menu Strike Wait Sets up the waiting time while overwrite printing Enter key shifts to the sub menu K 5 1 12 Strike Wait menu Slant Check Sets up slanting detection during media loading Enter key shifts to the sub menu ES 5 1 13 Slant Check menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu Auto Cleaning Sets up the time for auto cleaning during printing Enter key shifts to the sub menu KS 5 1 14 Auto Cleaning menu Ink Status Displays information ink status of ink cartridge installed in the ink cartridge slot Enter key shifts to the sub menu KS 5 1 15 Ink Sta
87. n electric shock or a malfunction While cleaning the cleaning wiper Do not touch the cleaning wiper and head cap unit Head cleaning may not be performed correctly because of oil from your hands Make sure to wipe the print head with a dry poly knit wiper A wet poly knit wiper may cause the print head to clog Do not slant the printer prop it against a wall or turn it upside down There is a possibility that ink inside the printer may leak Moreover normal operation after shifting to these positions cannot be guaranteed VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 1 Safety instructions ec ecoc coc coccecce When unpacking and moving the printer to an installation point be sure to have the following number of personnel VJ 1204 three or more When taking this printer out of the package box make sure to remove the vinyl sheet and hold the handles on the side of the printer If the printer is lifted with the vinyl sheet attached there is a possibility that the printer falls slipping from hands and gets damaged When installing the stand to the printer make sure to have the following number of personnel VJ 1204 three or more While installing the stand be sure to turn OFF the power and pull out the power plug It could lead to an electric shock When you do not use the printer for a long period make sure to pull out the power plug from the power socket for safety Make sure to connect an earth wire to the earth connection that meet
88. nder an appropriate environment The appropriate temperature and humidity for printing are as follows Temperature Humidity Guaranteed range of printing accuracy 22 C 30 C 40 60 Change rate Within 2 C per hour Within 5 per hour Do not use media which 1s folded cut or torn e The size of media can change according to changes in humidity in the printing environment Before using media leave media for 30 minutes in the printing environment to adapt it to the environment Performing printing without adapting media to the printing environment may cause media jams due to gaps or wrinkles in the media Print quality 1s also affected Do not touch the print side Moisture and oil on your hands may affect the print quality Donot leave media set in the printer for a long time Some media has a tendency to bend causing media jams and degradation of print quality Avoid using such media especially in winter in dry conditions and when printing formal documents Do not discard the individual box and bag Use them for storing media 4 2 3 Precaution on storing media Note the following points on storing media Avoid high temperature high humidity and direct sunlight when storing media After removing the unused roll media from the scroller wind it properly Then wrap it with an individual bag and store it in an individual box Keep the media dry VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the print
89. nector of the network interface cable to your PC About connecting to your PC refer to the operation manual included with the PC For network setting on the side of the printer refer to 4 3 2 Panel setup menu overview 3 36 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 4 Handling the printer This chapter explains how to handle the printer 4 1 4 Handling the printer VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 1 Print flow chart The following flow chart illustrates the procedure for drawing with the printer Refer to each section as required 1 Create print data Create print data with application software l 2 Turn the power ON and set the media 873 4 Setting media IL 84 2 Media l 3 Set up printing conditions K 4 3 Menu setups on the operation panel 4 Perform the printing K amp 4 4 Operating from the operation panel Ay Ge e Do not store combustible materials on the platen while performing the heater operation It could lead to fire e Do not spill flammable liquid over the platen This could lead to fire A CAUTION M e Do not touch the media guide during printing It is hot and may cause a burn e Do not touch the media feed slot platen or media guide while heaters are operating They are hot and may cause a burn e Keep the work area well ventilated This prevents fire and stops operators from feeling sick from bad air e Donotopenthe front cover during printing If the fr
90. ng media other than the dedicated IFS 11 17 one set the Vacuum Fan menu ae Vacuum Fan menu 2 Are you using the folded or wrinkled roll media media 7 6 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 7 Troubleshooting 2 The printing position is incorrect some parts of the media cannot be printed on Possible cause Reference 1 Is the loading position of the media Set ae media correctly KS 3 4 2 Setting roll correct media 2 Did you set up the origin and print Cancel or reset the settings of the origin and 8 5 Panel setup position print position menu 3 mE is blurred Are you using the recommended Use the recommended media Eoo 2 1 Media type media EE you using mo thick or thin media Use oo ee recommended media 8742 1 Media type 2 1 Media 8742 1 Media type EN niacin media printed on the printing ERE the printing surface of the media 873 4 Setting surface and set it correctly media LE you DONAT 4 Alignment Perform Pills AMEN 373 6 Adjust print 6 373 6 Adjust print print ass you a Media feed naa Media feed compensation L 4 2 6 Media feed compensation compensation Is each heater set to the appropriate Set it to the appropriate temperature LF 5 1 1 1 3 Pre temperature Heater menu to 5 1 1 1 5 After Heater menu 7 Is the head height set to High Return the head height to Normal Low 874 2 5 Head height adjustment 4 White or black lines appear on printed media i you using recommende
91. ning ae one ed ee CER RC a SI vw Eae m xor wives 6 20 6 2 4 Cleaning the cleaning wiper llle 6 21 General Table Of Contents VJ1204 OPERATION MANUAL 6 3 Moving or transporting the printer ees 6 27 6 3 1 MOVING ING printef cuc we Be east EXE Exe cx RUPTA 6 27 6 3 2 Transporting the printer llle 6 29 7 Troubleshooting 7 4 Malfunctions and failures 0 0 00 ce es 7 2 1 1 1 Problems in installation and introduction 0 0 0 0 cee 1 2 Toe annot pinata acia a dake DX FSS HIDE aeo Pe ae ER RC 3 DP RD 1 2 1 1 3 Media related troubleshooting cc eee eee 1 4 1 1 4 Printing related troubleshooting 0 000 eee eee 1 6 T1 2 WErrormessdg6S os ies weno edo odd ee de fao e c t 7 9 7 2 1 Status messages 4 02 4242denen RES ERES TS EXE uU Eaux sd 7 9 7 2 2 Error message display and remedieS 0 0 00 eee eee 7 10 1 2 3 Data error displayand solutions 0 0 0 0 ce 7 12 7 2 4 Command error displayand remedies 00 000 eee eee 7 12 7 2 5 Error requiring restart 20 0 0 cee ees 7 13 7 3 The media is jammed 00 cee ees 7 14 8 Appendix 8 1 Product specifications eee 8 2 9 1 1 Bite SPECIICANOMNS 471 5 4 9 cd CEREREM SER heb ER aene Sc ae 8 2 8 2 Interface Specification ous E et eee steed RR CI dee Qo dR ee 8 4 8 2 1 Network interface specification aa aaa ea
92. o Normal ON When the Long lamp is also turned on Cleaning Mode is set Lamp The Effect menu is set to Wave OFF When the Wave lamp is turned OFF the Effect menu is set to to Short m Mode is set to Long LCD display section E N Displays operation status of the printer or an error message e When an error requiring restart fatal malfunction for the printer operation occurs all lamps blink with an alarm K amp 7 2 5 Error requiring restart If the error persists even when the malfunction is fixed contact your local MUTOH dealer VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 2 Product overview 2 3 Printer status This chapter explains printer status 2 3 1 Normal Printing is possible when media 1s loaded The various functions for printing can be performed on the operation panel 2 3 2 Setup menu display Various settings regarding printing can be made from the operation panel The various functions for printing can be performed on the operation panel Display contents in the LCD monitor of the operation panel are as follows 2 3 3 Changing printer status Follow the procedure below and change plotter status 1 Normal Setup menu display Press the Menu key on the operation panel when the printer is Normal e Menu 1 Setup gt is displayed on the operation panel and the display shifts to the Setup menu For details regarding the Setup menu refer to 4 3 Menu setups on the operation panel 2 Product overvie
93. oller and manually rewind the roll media Roll media 6 6 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 4 Remove the scroller from the printer and place it on a horizontal place 5 Hold the movable flange and tap the scroller as illustrated below to remove the movable flange When removing roll media do not give a shock to the left end of the scroller movable flange side by dropping it to the floor Doing so may damage the left end of the scroller due to the shock Movable flange Scroller 6 Maintenance VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 6 Remove roll media from the scroller Roll media 7 To load another roll media refer to the following e For loading roll media refer to 3 4 Setting media Forstoring roll media not in use refer to 4 2 3 Precaution on storing media 8 When you do not set roll media attach the movable flange to the scroller to set the scroller to the printer Movable flange 6 8 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 6 1 3 Replacing waste fluid box This sub section describes the replacement time and steps of waste fluid box 1 Replacement time Replace waste fluid box when the following situation occurs a If NearFullWasteInkTank is displayed on the operation panel e Waste fluid box shortly becomes full e Printing operation continues e Replace the waste fluid box b If FullWasteInkTank is displayed on the operation panel e The waste fluid box is full
94. ons normally 3 Display the Printing mode menu on the operation panel a Press the Menu key on the operation panel e Menu 1 Setup is displayed on the operation panel e The operation panel shifts to the Setup menu display b Press the gt key on the operation panel e Setl MediaType is displayed on the operation panel 3 27 3 Before using C Press the Enter key on the operation panel Media Type 1 is displayed on the operation panel gt A Data Height of head One Dl QD A VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL d Press the key or key on the operation panel to select the media type to use e Print Mode is displayed on the operation panel O Power Data e Receiving Height of head The selected media Type 1 to 30 is displayed in K 5 1 1 MediaType menu 3 28 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL f Press the Enter key on the operation panel O Power Data e Receiving Processing Height of head De B Oo Low A Nozzle Check AO 2 seconds Cancel Mode Quality 2 gt is displayed on the operation panel The display shifts to the Printing mode menu Kes 1 1 1 1 Print Mode menu 4 Select the printing mode that you want to use a Data K Receiving Processing Height of head De B Nozzle Check 9 NAO 2 seconds O Power Data t Receiving Processing Height of head D The operation panel r
95. ont cover is opened printing will be interrupted Printing restarts if you close the front cover However you are not guaranteed to have high print quality VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 4 2 Media This section explains details of available media for this printer 4 2 1 Mediatype The type and quality of media greatly influence the print result Use media that matches the application taking the following information into account Various recommended media are prepared for this printer as follows Select the appropriate media according to the usage For details of the recommended media contact your local MUTOH dealer e If failures or malfunctions of the printer occur by the use of media that is not dedicated The printer will not be covered by the warranty and repair expenses will be paid by the customer For details refer to the following manuals K amp 6 Maintenance K amp 7 Troubleshooting To request a repair contact your local MUTOH dealer TIP When printing on media that is not recommended Referto the media manual or ask at the retail location where you purchased the media for information on media type or appropriate settings for this printer e Set the print quality according to 5 1 1 MediaType menu 4 Handling the printer VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 2 2 Cautions on handling media Note the following points when handling the media Use recommended media u
96. orrectly KCMY 0 to 100 Unit Residual ink quantity of K C M and Y color is displayed Cancel key shifts to the previous menu KS 5 1 Setup menu 5 23 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 1 16 Roll Length menu Sets up the roll media length Roll kind lt Off gt Roll Length is not used Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu KS 5 1 Setup menu Rolll Sets up the roll media length The Roll Length setting is set for three types as Roll1 Roll2 to Roll3 Roll3 Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the sub menu KS 5 1 16 1 Roll media length menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu KS 5 1 Setup menu 5 1 16 1 Roll media length menu Sets up the roll media length 1 m to lt 30 m to 99 m Set the roll media length NOTE RENE When replacing the roll media adjust the roll media length again If the roll media length is not set the residual quantity of roll media is not displayed correctly Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu KS 5 1 Setup menu 0 24 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5 1 17 Longstore menu Performs cleaning the print head with the cleaning fluid Make sure to use a dedicated cleaning fluid model No VJ MSINK3 CL220 Longstore Performs cleaning the print
97. ors occur simultaneously No Cartridge is displayed 7 Troubleshooting VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 7 2 3 Data error displayand solutions This section describes data error messages and remedies A data error appears 1f there is a failure in data communication between your PC and the printer If a data error occurs the following error message appears on the operation panel of the printer and operation stops When the cause of the error is solved the printer starts operating again n Error An error occurred when Check the communication 8 43 Menu receiving data requirements between the setups on the printer and your PC operation panel NOTE e in the error message is the code no that indicates what type of error occurred 7 2 4 Command error displayand remedies This section describes command errors and remedies A command error is displayed if a certain failure occurs during analysis of the command data sent from your PC to the printer If a command error occurs the following error message appears on the operation panel of the printer and operation stops When the error is solved the printer starts operating again MH Error An invalid command has Check that the settings on 3 43 Menu been sent from the your PC and the printer are setups on the computer the same operation panel e 1n the error message is the code no that indicates what type of error occurred e The command code repres
98. over open or media Close the front cover or lower the media Au 3 4 Setting loading lever raised loading lever media 2 Are the four ink cartridges fully Fully insert the four ink cartridges E8 6 1 1 Replacing inserted ink cartridges 3 Is the waste fluid box fully inserted Fully insert the waste fluid box KF 6 1 3 Replacing waste fluid box 2 Ink does not come out after ink replenishment S a Rem D o RAme Is the ink cartridge cold and frozen Leave the cartridge at room temperature for KE 6 2 3 Head at least 3 hours and perform cleaning several times Is the power turned OFF during ink Turn the power ON again and continue ink K 3 3 Installing ink replenishment replenishment cartridges 3 Occasionally normal printing cannot Perform cleaning several times and check 3 62 3 Head be performed after ink replenishment it each time cleaning 7 1 2 Cannot print at all 1 Does not work at all after power activation Possible cause Reference 1 Is the power cable connected to the Connect E power cable 873 1 Power cable plug connection Does the AC power supply provide Connect the cable to another outlet L 3 1 Power cable the specified voltage connection Is the front cover open or media Close the front cover I 373 4 Setting loading lever raised Lower the media loading lever media Is the waste fluid box fully inserted Fully insert the waste fluid box KS 6 1 3 Replacing waste fluid box
99. r VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL e The previous setup menu is displayed e When the main menu is displayed the screen turns to Normal 4 3 2 Panel setup menu overview This sub section explains the Panel setup menu of the printer There are the following items in the Panel setup menu Various settings of the printer are configured Performs nozzle check of the print head and setup list For details of each setup item refer to 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 4 4 Operating from the operation panel This section explains various functions that can be operated from the operation panel TIP e For names and functions of each key refer to 2 2 3 Operation panel 4 4 1 Feeding media You can feed roll media at a position that you want Follow the procedure below to feed media 1 Confirm that the operation panel is Normal 2 Confirm that the media loading lever is returned to the front 3 Press the ForwardJ key or the Backward1 key on the operation panel e Media is fed forward or backward 4 Release the BackwardT key or Forward key on the operation panel after feeding media to the desired position 4 17 4 Handling the printer VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 4 2 Stopping printing operation If you want to stop printing for some reasons operate as follows 1 Stop sending printing data from the computer to the printer 2 Press the Cancel key on the opera
100. r fire e f foreign substances or liquids such as water entered the printer do not use the printer as it is It could lead to an electric shock or fire Immediately turn OFF the power switch disconnect the power plug from the electric socket and contact your local MUTOH dealer eee ZX CAUTION ERI e When cleaning the printer be sure to turn OFF the power and disconnect the power plug e Do not use volatile solvents such as thinner benzene or alcohol These solvents could cause damage to the paint e Be careful that no moisture enters the printer There is a possibility that the electric circuit inside the printer is short circuited e Do not open covers attached using screws under any circumstances This may cause an electric shock or a malfunction This section describes how to clean each part of the printer 6 2 1 Cleaning the outer case This sub section describes how to clean the outer case Wipe out dust and dirt attached to the outer case by using a soft cloth 6 17 6 Maintenance VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 6 2 2 Cleaning the inside of the printer This sub section describes how to clean the inside of the printer Follow the procedure below 1 Open the front cover Front cover 2 Remove paper powder and dust attached to the pressurizing rollers using a soft brush Do not blow paper powder inside the printer using tools such as an air duster It may cause an abnormal noise from the in
101. r lacking parts in printed media do not disappear with several times of Head cleaning refer to 7 Troubleshooting and take appropriate measures 6 2 4 Cleaning the cleaning wiper This sub section describes how to clean the cleaning wiper 1 Cleaning time Once a week or when blurs or lacking parts appear on printed media after Head cleaning 2 Cleaning method Follow the procedure below to clean the cleaning wiper Use the poly knit wiper to clean the cleaning wiper For the poly knit wiper refer to 8 3 Options Supply list 1 Ifthe printer is turned ON make sure the following e Printing or other operations are not in progress e The operation panel display is Normal 2 Display the CR Maintenance menu on the operation panel a Press the Menu key on the operation panel e Menu 1 Setup is displayed on the operation panel e The operation panel shifts to the Setup menu display 6 21 6 Maintenance VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL b Press the gt key on the operation panel PE Data Height of head Dus Dl QD A b Nozzle Check WO seconds 2 a Setl MediaType is displayed on the operation panel c Press the key or key to select Set20 CR Maintenance O Power Data e Receiving Height of head CR Mainte Start 1s displayed on the operation panel e The display enters the CR Maintenance menu 85 1 18 CR Maintenance menu 6 22 VJ 1204 OPER
102. rately K Installation manual No Name Caster 6 28 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 2 Reinstalling After moving the printer follow the procedure below to set it ready for use 1 Select a suitable place for installation K amp Installation manual 2 Move and install the printer to the location 3 Check the butterfly bolts 2 fixing the stand and the printer are not loosen when using a dedicated stand 4 Attach cables such as the power cable K amp 3 1 Power cable connection K amp 3 7 Connecting the printer to a PC 5 Perform Nozzle check and then confirm that there 1s no clogging in the print head K amp 3 5 1 Nozzle check 6 Perform Alignment K amp 3 6 Adjust print 6 3 2 Transporting the printer When transporting the printer make sure to pack it 1n the same condition as purchased using protective and packing materials to protect the printer from vibration and shocks When transporting the printer consult the MUTOH product dealer at your point of purchase 1 Pre transport procedure 1 Turn the unit ON 2 Confirm that the printer functions normally 3 Remove all ink cartridges 4 Turn OFF the power of the printer e Transport Mode is displayed on the operation panel and the printer starts ejecting ink e Ink rejecting takes about 3 minutes 5 When ink discharge completes check that the Power lamp disappears 6 Remove the scroller 7 Remove all the cables
103. requirements for this printer and software server RIP optional Operating system Windows 2000 Professional CPU Pentium III processor 1 GHz or more Memory RAM 512 MB or more Hard disk free space 10 GB or more The required memory varies depending on the application software or the print data type A large hard disk and memory are recommended 3 2 Preparing cables The printer is equipped with a network interface for connecting with a PC You need a network interface cable to connect a PC with this printer Prepare the cable depending on the PC that it will be connected to TIP About connecting a network interface cable refer to 3 7 3 Connecting a network interface cable Forthe recommended cable specifications refer to 8 2 Interface specification 3 34 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3 7 3 Connecting a network interface cable This section explains how to connect a network interface cable Follow the procedure below to connect this printer to your PC 1 Turn OFF both the printer and PC 2 Insert the network interface cable into the network interface connector located in the back of the printer Network interface cable connector Network interface cable 3 Fix the network interface cable to the cable clamp Network interface cable Cable clamp 3 35 3 Before using VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 Connect the other con
104. ridge for replacement at hand leave the empty ink cartridge inserted in the printer Leaving the printer with the ink cartridge removed may cause the print head to clog VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 2 Type Our genuine ink cartridges that are compatible with the printer are as follows Ink cartridge K Black 220 ml VJ MSINK3 BK220 Ink cartridge C Cyan 220ml VJ MSINK3 CY220 Ink cartridge M Magenta 220 ml VJ MSINK3 MA220 Ink cartridge Y Yellow 220 ml VJ MSINK3 YE220 Use genuine ink cartridges for replacement This printer is designed to use genuine ink cartridges If you use an ink cartridge that is not a product of the original manufacturer Printing might become blurred or the end of the ink in the cartridge might not be detected correctly Any problems caused by using an ink cartridge other than those recommended above will not be covered by the warranty and repair expenses will be paid by the customer 3 Replacing steps Follow the procedure below to replace the ink cartridges CAUTION EE NN When handling ink cartridges pay attention so that ink does not get into your eyes or stick to your skin If ink gets into your eyes or sticks to your skin immediately wash it off with water Failing to do so might cause irritation or light inflammation of eyes In case of any abnormality consult a physician immediately e Do not disassemble ink cartridges If disassembled there i
105. rovided to allow setting of the print starting position as required Printing can be performed on media that has already been printed on This allows effective use of left margins 2 Product overview VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 2 2 Names of parts and functions This section explains the names and functions of each part 2 2 1 Front section Z Media loading lever Used for fixing or releasing media Operation panel Operation condition setting printer display and various function settings are performed G2 Front cover Used for preventing a user from coming in contact with the driving mechanism during the printer operation Opened and closed when media is set or jammed It is normally closed Waste fluid box Used for collecting waste ink discharged from the printer stand Used when installing the printer on a level floor Book holder Quick reference manual etc can be stored here Media guide Used for feeding media smoothly when the media is set or printed The heater after heater to dry ink is installed Media cut groove Used to cut media straight Pressurizing rollers Installed inside of the front cover Press and hold the media when printing Platen Installed inside of the front cover The heater platen heater to dry ink is installed A 0 Lo NN NN hl nell od ld mal VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 2 Product overview 2 2 2 Rear section 6 keer imeem 00000000 7 Media guide Used for fe
106. s 1 Replacement time Replace the flushing box sponges in the following situations a When the flushing box sponge becomes deformed b When smears of ink appear on media c Two months after replacement 2 Type TIP For types and details of the flushing box sponge refer to 8 3 Options Supply list 6 11 6 Maintenance VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Replacing steps Follow the steps below to replace the flushing box sponges 1 Ifthe printer is turned ON make sure the following e Printing or other operations are not in progress e The operation panel display is Normal 2 Display the CR Maintenance menu on the operation panel a Press the Menu key on the operation panel e Menu 1 Setup gt is displayed on the operation panel e The operation panel shifts to the Setup menu display b Press the gt key on the operation panel e Setl MediaType is displayed on the operation panel 6 12 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL C Height of head De B Oo Low A Nozzle Check AO 2 seconds Cancel gt A Data Height of head D ga Low A Nozzle Check AO 2 seconds E Cancel e CR Mainte Start is displayed on the operation panel e The display enters the CR Maintenance menu K amp 5 1 18 CR Maintenance menu 3 Press the Enter key on the operation panel gt A Data Height of head D ER oO Low A Nozzle Check AO 2 seconds E Cancel Maintenance
107. s a possibility that ink might come into contact with eyes or skin 6 Maintenance VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL Do not give ink cartridges strong shakes Doing so may cause ink leakage Do not disassemble ink cartridges A disassembled ink cartridge cannot be used When an ink cartridge is moved from a cold place to warm place keep the ink cartridge for three hours or more in the new printing environment before printing Do notrefill an ink cartridge with ink It may result in abnormal printing nsert or remove the ink cartridge at the time of replacement only Inserting or removing the ink cartridge except at the time of replacement may result in incorrect printing 1 Confirm that the printer is turned ON e Do not replace ink cartridges when the printer is turned OFF The remaining ink may not be detected correctly causing abnormal printing 2 Remove the ink cartridge that you want to replace from the ink cartridge slot Used ink cartridge should be put in a vinyl bag etc and dispose of it in compliance with local ordinance and instructions of local authorities Ink cartridge Ink cartridge slots VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 3 Take out the new ink cartridge from the bag Open the bag just before attaching the ink cartridge to the cartridge slot Leaving the ink cartridge with the bag open for a long time may result in abnormal printing Use the ink cartridge within 2 years
108. s the following standards Earth terminal of power socket Earth wire with copper plate which is buried at 650 mm or more deep in the ground Load roll media on an even surface such as a desk If you load roll media with the scroller standing vertical there 1s a possibility that the scroller might get damaged Keep the work area well ventilated This prevents fire and stops operators from feeling sick from bad air When printing is finished the media guide is at high temperature Wait until the media guide cools off Pay attention to the following points when you cut roll media Mishandling the razor blade may cause a cut on your finger or hand When you hold media do not place your finger on the media cut groove Move the razor blade along the media cut groove When cleaning the printer be sure to turn OFF the power and disconnect the power plug Move the printer maintaining a horizontal position 1 Safety instructions VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 1 3 Warning labels This section explains the handling of warning label pasting location and types Warning labels are attached to parts of the printer that need special caution Understand the locations and the descriptions of the danger associated with each label before operating the printer 1 3 1 Handling the warning labels When handling the warning labels be careful about the following points Check whether all the warning labels can be read If the letters or illus
109. s the initializing operation e After the initial operation is compete Insert CleaningCart is displayed on the operation panel 2 Takea cleaning cartridge out of the bag 3 Install the cleaning cartridge into the ink cartridge slot e Keep the A mark of the cleaning cartridge facing up and insert it into the slot of the printer e Insert the cleaning cartridge all the way to the end of the slot Cleaning cartridge 000 cartridge D Ink cartridge slots e The printer starts filling cleaning fluid 4 After the cleaning fluid is filled take out the cleaning cartridge e Busy Washing is displayed on the operation panel and the printer starts cleaning the print head e After head cleaning is complete Insert InkCartridges is displayed on the operation panel 3 9 3 Before using VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 After cleaning the print head is complete take out the ink cartridge from the bag and shake it gently two to three times e Slots for ink cartridges are specified depending on the colors of the ink cartridge Match the mark on each slot with the color of the ink cartridge e Keep the A mark of the ink cartridge facing up and insert it into the slot of the printer e Insert the ink cartridge all the way to the end of the slot ES Ink cartridge l Ink cartridge slot Y e Ink Refill 95 1s displayed on the operation panel and ink replenishment starts e Ink replenishment takes about 4 minutes Ink fillin
110. s up when adjusting the printer for the optimum quality of image print Alignment Alignment must be set every printing mode Le3 6Adjust print After selected the using printing mode perform alignment K 5 1 1 1 1 Print Mode menu Setup item Description Confirm Print the test pattern for the alignment Bi D Quality Sets up the set value when performing two way printing in the quality priority mode Bi D Normal Sets up the setting when performing two way printing in the normal mode Enter key Printing is displayed on the operation panel and test pattern printing starts Cancel key shifts to the previous menu L S 5 Panel setup menu 5 30 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5 4 Cleaning menu Perform Head cleaning Head cleaning can be operated when the printer is Normal Refer to the following for operation procedures I8 6 2 3 Head cleaning Short Discharges smaller amount of ink compare to Normal Long Discharges larger amount of ink compare to Normal Used when the print head does not improve by normal Head cleaning Little charge Refills a small amount of ink Charge a small amount of ink when printing 1s not stable after ink replenishment I8 3 3 Installing ink cartridges Enter key Cleaning is displayed on the operation panel and Head cleaning starts Progress on the Head cleaning is displayed in 96 on the operation panel Cancel key shifts to the previous
111. shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu K 5 1 1 1 User media menu e When Banner 1 or Banner 2 is set in Details of print mode The settings for print quality registered in each print mode are as follows Print Mode Resolution Print speed Direction Graphics 1 720x720 dpi N normal Uni unilateral Banner 1 Uni unilateral VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5 1 1 1 2 Dist Adj menu Various settings on the Media feed compensation are configured Initial Print Performs initial adjust print Enter key shifts to the sub menu K amp 1 Initial Print menu Initial Change Set up Initial Adjust Change Enter key shifts to the sub menu LK 2 Initial Change menu Confirm Print Perform Confirm Print Enter key shifts to the sub menu L8 3 Confirm Print menu Micro Print Perform Micro Adjustment Print Enter key shifts to the sub menu 4 Micro Print menu Micro Change Set up Micro Adjustment Change Enter key shifts to the sub menu K amp 5 Micro Change menu Cancel key shifts to the previous menu K 5 1 1 1 User media menu 1 Initial Print menu Perform initial adjust print Feed Length 100mm to lt 250mm gt to Changes the length feed length of the media feed 500mm direction for initial adjust print Enter key Determines the setting Printing is displayed on the operation panel and init
112. side of the printer Pressurizing rollers 6 18 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 3 Apply a damp and tightly squeezed soft cloth to wipe out paper powder and ink attached to the platen and media guide Media guide 4 Apply a damp and tightly squeezed soft cloth to wipe off the dirt of the unpainted silver color area in the center of the grid roller Grid roller 6 Maintenance VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 6 2 3 Head cleaning If printed data is blurred or lacks part of it clean the print head surface and nozzle Head cleaning Follow the procedure below to perform Head cleaning When not using the printer for a long period one week or more perform Head cleaning once a week If not performing Head cleaning the print head is clogged Doing so will preserve print quality Remove media when cleaning Cleaning with media loaded may lead to contact between the print head and media 1 Confirm that the operation panel is Normal 2 Confirm that the media loading lever is returned to the front 3 Press the gt key on the operation panel to select the cleaning mode e Start Head cleaning e Cleaning is displayed on the operation panel e After Head cleaning is complete the operation panel shifts to Normal 6 20 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance e Ifyou fail to remove blurs or incompleteness of printing in one Head cleaning perform Long cleaning e If blurs o
113. sssecececeeeeeeeeeeeeees 2 7 SOP PrE Gace cent e T 3 25 Side Margin menu ou cceeeeeeeeseesesesssssestteeeeeeees 5 15 Slant Check Menu sonsd tieedus m md die ieize 5 20 Sleep Mode meng tus tl ea bett e o Rats 5 36 Sleep Mode Start menu sercas iais 5 38 SPUNE MENU 3sudenepen SD IIIa 5 4 Spitting Pass Count menu sssss 5 4 SANA aai casu uve dat Saddle 2 2 StandbyHeating menu 1 5 11 SIJEUS I6 5S0 DOS qucecxiestuturetusniisdu eise dun iiecsutUE 7 9 Stopping printing operation 4 18 Strike Wait menu crcire iiaeie riai 5 20 SUDIMIENW eer 4 14 SubnetMask menu seen 5 27 System requirements ccceceeeesesesssessteeeeeeees 3 34 TESCPNDE senida a a a a 3 20 Test pEIDPTHOBU eiie E e dita 3 20 TestPrint MENU 5e cic Pass eara Orbe tenors 5 20 Timer Setting m ny orreitan 5 37 Transporting the printer 6 29 Troubleshooting sess 7 1 Turning the power OFF eessese 3 6 Turning the power QN Jic eR 3 5 Turning the power ON OFF 3 5 Types and meanings of warnings 1 2 INDEX lt U gt USB COMNECIOR diaidniondiseietssieta t rv beyo to pee b eode 2 3 User media MENU hooia Reti ERR DRRS 5 4 V Vacu im Fan Menu 2 ert eret ehe cen reda 5 12 METSO III IE dairesini teta eue 5 35 Wo Waring labels a1 pip ERR 1 6 Waste fluid
114. starts e The print head moves to center CR Mainte End is displayed on the operation panel Press the key or key to select Set20 CR Maintenance 6 Maintenance 6 Maintenance VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 Open the front cover 5 Lift the flushing box sponge hook and release the hook Then remove the flushing box sponge holder ets Ra ee TET SN SESS N Flushing box sponge holder Flushing box sponge hook e fthere is a sponge from each flushing box remove it using forceps 6 14 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 6 Install the new flushing box sponge to each flushing box 7 Close the front cover 6 Maintenance VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 8 Press the Enter key on the operation panel 9 Receiving Processing Height of head Ors D QD A e The print head returns to its original position e CR Mainte Start is displayed on the operation panel 9 Press the Cancel key on the operation panel several times O Power Data e Receiving Height of head e The printer enters Normal e Flushing box sponge replacement is complete 6 16 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 6 2 Cleaning the printer Periodic every month cleaning 1s necessary to use the printer in good condition E Do not insert or drop metal or flammable objects into the printer through openings such as a fresh air inlet It could lead to an electric shock o
115. such as the power cable 6 29 6 Maintenance VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 8 Attach the head unit fastening material and attach it with thumbscrews EE a z Sy JIZZ 3 Ge Head unit fastening material 9 Remove the printer from the stand K Installation manual 10 Repack the printer 2 Post transport procedure 1 Perform unpacking assembling and setting the printer K amp Installation manual 2 Set the printer in an available condition K amp 6 3 1 Moving the printer of 2 Reinstalling 6 30 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 7 Troubleshooting 7 Troubleshooting This chapter describes possible troubles during the use of this product and countermeasures If an error not included in any items of this section occurs contact your local MUTOH dealer Ifyou want to receive product warranty prepare the warranty certificate If the warranty certificate is not presented the repair will not be covered by the warranty even 1f within the warranty period If you have signed a maintenance service contract prepare that or a similar document 7 Troubleshooting VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 7 1 Malfunctions and failures This section describes undisplayed malfunctions and failures of the printer possible causes and countermeasures 7 1 1 Problems tn installation and introduction 1 Cannot perform ink replenishment Possible cause Remedy o Reference o SM9 M DG Ee 1 Isthe front c
116. sumable attached components 3 Turn OFF the printer power and turn it ON again after 10 seconds or longer l e in the error message is the code no that indicates what type of error occurred e The command code representing the error occurred may be indicated in e For the settings on your PC side refer to the Operating Manual attached with your PC 7 Troubleshooting VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 7 3 The media is jammed When the set media is jammed follow the procedure below to remove it 1 Turn OFF the power of the printer K amp 3 2 2 Turning the power OFF 2 Open the front cover Print head section Roll media VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 7 Troubleshooting 4 Push the media loading lever to the back Razor blade Roll media 7 15 7 Troubleshooting VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 6 Lift both ends of the scroller and manually rewind the roll media Roll media 7 lfpaper dust or pieces of paper remain inside the printer remove them 7 16 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 8 Appendix 8 Appendix This chapter describes specifications and included components with this printer 8 Appendix VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 8 1 Product specifications 8 1 1 Printer specifications Outer diameter of the roll media Maximum print When printing 1 219 mm width Uni D When printing 1 200 mm Bi D Ink Supply system Supplied through tubes from each of the four color cartridges Black Cyan
117. t or indirect loss or compensation for the loss due to the product that has been subject to misuse neglect or improper alternation VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL About this Manual About this Manual 1 Contents of the Manual There are three manuals for this product Installation manual Explains operating procedures along with unpacking installation and preparation before use Quick Reference this manual Operation Manual Provides information regarding preparation before using the product directions for daily use and useful functions 2 Purpose and Target Readers This manual explains preparations before use and operation procedures for MUTOH Full Color Ink Jet Printer VJ 1204 This manual is prepared for the owners and operators of this printer Before using this printer fully understand the contents and directions in this manual 3 Manual Configuration 1 Safety instructions This chapter explains the installation of this printer warning terms that operators need to know caution items and warning labels on the printer main unit 2 Product overview This chapter explains the features of the printer along with the names and functions of each part This chapter explains how to handle this printer 4 Daily maintenance This chapter explains daily maintenance 5 Troubleshooting This chapter describes possible troubles during the use of this product and countermeasures e I Safety instructions to 3 Basic usage must be read
118. the settings in the operation panel K amp 6 2 3 Head cleaning Setupitem item Setting 0 Pesripin o mL c Mode EIL M Timer Set a auto cleaning interval of this printer for Sleep Mode K 5 7 1 Timer Setting menu Start Activate Sleep Mode 85 7 2 Sleep Mode Start menu Cancel key shifts to the previous menu I 85 Panel setup menu 5 36 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5 7 1 Timer Setting menu Set the head cleaning interval of this printer for Sleep Mode When more than the set time has passed the print head is cleaned automatically During Sleep Mode even if the set amount of time has passed print head cleaning 1s not performed under the following circumstances The front cover is open The media loading lever was switched to the back side The waste fluid tank is full The ink cartridge is empty The ink cartridge has been removed An object other than an appropriate ink cartridge is inserted in the cartridge slot etc When the printer returns to a normal state head cleaning 1s restarted and Sleep Mode continues L8 7 2 Error messages f one of the above conditions occurs during head cleaning cleaning 1s stopped When the printer returns to a normal state head cleaning 1s restarted L8 7 2 Error messages Set Timer The selected time is passed the head cleaning is performed 24 DAbous 0000000 Cancel key shifts to the previous menu 85 7 Sleep Mod
119. tion panel e The printer operates as follows Printer status Operation with the Cancel key pressed During printing Terminates printing and deletes the remaining data in the printer Receiving converting Deletes the received analyzed data and the subsequent data e Ifa large amount of data is saved on the printer the operation panel may not return to Normal by a single Cancel key operation In such cases wait for a few seconds and press the Cancel key again 4 4 3 Cutting media This sub section explains how to cut roll media CAUTION EEEEEEREEIEII When printing is finished the media guide is at high temperature Wait until the media guide cools off 4 18 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer Follow the procedure below to cut roll media 1 Verify the following regarding the operational condition of the product e Printing or other operations are not in progress e The operation panel display is Normal 2 Ifthe roll media cut position is changed refer to 4 4 1 Feeding media and advance the roll media to the desired cut position 3 Placea razor blade on the media cut groove on the media guide and cut the roll media CAUTION M e Pay attention to the following points when you cut roll media Mishandling the razor blade may cause a cut on your finger or hand e When you hold media do not place your finger on the media cut groove e Mo
120. to the previous menu K 5 1 Setup menu 5 28 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5 2 TestPrint Menu Performs nozzle check of the print head and setup list e Refer to the following for the operation procedure of test print K 3 5 Test print Nozzle check Perform the nozzle check printing It is used to check whether there are any clogged heads or missing or blurred prints K amp 3 5 1 Nozzle check Mode print Mode print can be performed Used to confirm the following printing conditions Print quality Effect Pre Heater temperature Platen Heater temperature After Heater temperature Adjustment value L8 3 5 2 Mode print SetUp List Setup list printing is performed Use it for checking the setup item of the printer nM ES 3 5 3 Setup print ALL SetUp List Setup list printing is performed Use it for checking the setup item user media and print mode of the printer EN LES 3 5 3 Setup print Palette Palette printing is performed It is used to compare pen colors of the computer with colors of the printer K 3 5 4 Palette print e When Banner 1 or Banner 2 is set in the Print Mode menu PalettePrint is not displayed E86 5 1 1 1 Print Mode menu Enter key Printing is displayed on the operation panel and test printing starts Cancel key shifts to the previous menu I S 5 Panel setup menu 5 29 5 Panel setup menu VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 3 Adjust Print menu Set
121. trations on the label are not clear remove the dirt from the label Use cloth water and neutral detergent for removing dirt from the warning label Avoid either organic solvents or gasoline e t is necessary to replace the labels if they are damaged lost or illegible If the warning labels have to be replaced contact your local MUTOH dealer 1 3 2 Location and type of warning labels Pasting locations of the warning labels are shown in the following figure Types of warning labels l 1 6 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 1 Safety instructions 1 4 Operation procedure labels Handling of operation procedure label pasting location and type are explained When handling the operation procedure labels be careful about the following points The labels contain the matters with which the operator should be particularly careful while operating it 1 4 4 Handling the operation procedure labels Be careful about the following points while handling the operation procedure label Check whether the operation procedure label can be read If the letters or illustrations on the label are not clear remove the dirt from the label e Use cloth water and neutral detergent for removing dirt from the operation procedure label Avoid either organic solvents or gasoline e t is necessary to replace the label 1f it is damaged lost or illegible If the operation procedure label has to be replaced contact your local MUTOH dealer
122. tup menu display to When receiving or analyzing Normal Deletes data that are already received and analyzed and delete the next data key The following menu changes the set value Origin menu Nozzle Check key Press and hold this key for two seconds or more to perform Nozzle Check printing gt key Sets Cleaning Mode Down the menu level in the directory The lamp of Cleaning Mode that tree you set lights up in green BackwardT key Media is fed in the reverse direction t key e NENK E to the previous item in the displayed menu The setting is changed to the forward direction The numeric value is increased p numerical input key e E to the previous item in the displayed setting e The setting is changed to the reverse direction e The numeric value is decreased during numerical input 2 Display section 7 An error has occurred Error content is displayed on the LCD blinks Lamp Power OFF OFF 2 Product overview VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 10 Data lamp Orange Ne Analyzing received data Under printing Lamp Receiving data blinks Data is not received and analyzed La em a Ll Fine amp S Fine lamp The Effect menu is set to Fine or Super Fine None Long lamp Green psu Cleaning Mode is set to Long When the Normal lamp is also turned on Cleaning Mode is set to Short Cleaning Mode is set to Normal Normal lamp Green Lamp Cleaning Mode is set t
123. tus menu Roll Length Sets up the roll media length Enter key shifts to the sub menu KS 5 1 16 Roll Length menu Longstore Performs print head cleaning with the cleaning fluid Enter key shifts to the sub menu ES 5 1 17 Longstore menu CR Maintenance Performs maintenance Enter key shifts to the sub menu K 5 1 18 CR Maintenance menu Initialization Returns the settings of the printer to default Enter key shifts to the sub menu L 5 1 19 Initialization menu Life Times Displays the operational life time of each part Enter key shifts to the sub menu K 5 1 20 Life Times menu IP Address Sets the IP address of the printer Enter key shifts to the sub menu K 5 1 21 IP Address menu Subnet Mask Sets the subnet mask of the printer Enter key shifts to the sub menu K 8 5 1 22 Subnet Mask menu Gateway Sets the gateway Enter key shifts to the sub menu K amp 5 1 23 Gateway menu Front Interlace Set the front treatment function Enter key shifts to the sub menu E Sr 5 1 24 Front Interlace menu Temporary Displays the settings of Off or ALL Off in the Menu Option menu in the Setup menu temporarily Enter key returns to the previous menu with all set up items displayed Cancel key returns to the previous status in the Menu Option menu when the Setup menu is displayed ES 5 5 Menu Option menu Cancel key shifts to the previous menu K amp 5 Panel setup
124. ve the razor blade along the media cut groove Media guide 2 Media cut groove Razor blade e Cutting roll media is complete e When loading the new roll media cut the front edge of the media 1f it is not straight 4 19 4 Handling the printer VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 4 4 Changing and confirming settings while printing While the printer 1s operating you can change or confirm settings for the Panel setup menu 4 4 4 1 Procedure for changing and confirming settings while printing Follow the procedure below to change or confirm settings for the Panel setup menu 1 Confirm that the printer is in one of the following conditions e Receiving e Converting e Printing e Warming up 2 Press the Menu key on the operation panel e Menu 1 Print Start is displayed on the operation panel 3 Press the key or key to change or confirm settings Forthe setting items whose settings can be changed or confirmed refer to 4 4 4 2 Settings that can be changed or confirmed while printing 4 20 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 4 4 4 2 Settings that can be changed or confirmed while printing e The Print start menu is displayed only when the printer is warming up When you change a setting during operation be sure to select Backup to save the setting that you changed If the printer returns to Normal without Backup being selected the changed setting 1s not saved Pr
125. w VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 2 Setup menu display Normal When the plotter is at the Setup menu display perform either of the following operations to shift the operation panel to the Normal display e Press the Cancel key on the operation panel e In the Setup menu leave the keys untouched for three minutes Normal Ready to print Cancel key Menu key Leave the printer as itis for 3 minutes Setup Menu Display Menu 1 Setup For details on Status message refer to 7 2 1 Status messages VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3 Before using This chapter explains necessary steps before using the printer 3 Before using VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 3 1 Power cable connection This section explains power cable connection EIE e Be sure to use the power cable supplied with the printer Using other power cables can cause an electric shock or fire e Do not use a damaged power cable It could lead to an electric shock and fire ZX CAUTION EE NN e Pay attention to the following points when handling power cable e Do not do anything forcefully on the power cable e Do not put heavy objects on the power cable e Do not bend twist or pull the power cable by force e Do not route the power cable near heating appliances Contact your local MUTOH dealer in case of power cable damage Follow the procedure below to install the power cable 1 Make sure that the printer is turned OFF
126. y saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu K 5 1 14 Auto Cleaning menu 0 22 VJ 1204 OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5 1 14 2 Auto cleaning during printing menu Makes settings for the auto cleaning during printing PrintingTime lt Omin gt to 5min to 180min Select the time to perform the auto cleaning during printing Omin Auto cleaning is not performed Others After that the selected time has passed the head cleaning selected at the cleaning menu is performed I8 6 2 3 Head cleaning Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu K amp 5 1 14 Auto Cleaning menu 5 1 14 3 Auto cleaning before printing menu Makes settings for the auto cleaning before printing Before Print Auto cleaning is not performed The cleaning selected on the cleaning menu before printing 1s performed I8 6 2 3 Head cleaning Enter key saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu Cancel key cancels the setting and shifts to the previous menu I8 5 1 14 Auto Cleaning menu 5 1 15 Ink Status menu Display information ink status of ink cartridge that installed to ink cartridge slot When displaying the Ink Status menu use the genuine ink cartridge If you use an ink cartridge other than the genuine one ink status 1s not displayed c

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