MUTOH ValueJet VJ-1604 Manual de Instruções

QUICKREFERENCERev.VJ1604E-C-00Read This Manual Before Using ThePrinter.Full-Color Inkjet PrinterVJ-1604

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE1-2 1 Safety instructions1.1 Types and meanings of warningsThere are three steps of classification according to the degree of r

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5-18 5 Troubleshooting(4) White or black lines appear on printed media(5) Printing lines are not straight(6) Printing lines are

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5 Troubleshooting 5-195 Troubleshooting5.4 Error messagesThis section describes messages displayed during normal printer operat

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5-20 5 TroubleshootingNOTENOTE• If any message that is not in the table above is displayed on this product, there is some opera

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5 Troubleshooting 5-215 Troubleshooting5.5 Using Operation Manual CDThis section explains how to use the included Operation Man

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5-22 5 Troubleshooting5.5.2 Viewing the Operation ManualFollow the procedure below to view the Operation Manual on your PC.1. T

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5 Troubleshooting 5-235 Troubleshooting5.5.2.1 When the operation system is Windows XP SP2When the operation system is Windows

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5-24 5 Troubleshooting5. Click the check box of "Allow active content from CDs to run on My Computer".NOTENOTE• The c

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE1 Safety instructions 1-31 Safety instructions1.2 Important safety instructionsThis section explains general cautions that must

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE1-4 1 Safety instructionsPay attention to the following points when handling power cable.• Do not do anything forcefully on the

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE1 Safety instructions 1-51 Safety instructionsWhen you do not use the printer for a long period, make sure to pull out the powe

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE1-6 1 Safety instructions1.3 Warning labelsThis section explains the handling of warning label, pasting location and types.Warn

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE1 Safety instructions 1-71 Safety instructionsNo. Types of warning labels1237

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE1-8 1 Safety instructions45678No. Types of warning labels

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE1 Safety instructions 1-91 Safety instructions9No. Types of warning labels

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2 Product overview2-12 Product overviewThis chapter explains the features of the printer along with the names and functions of each part.2.1 Names of

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE2-2 2 Product overview2.1 Names of parts and functionsThis section explains the names and functions of each part.2.1.1 Front se

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE2 Product overview 2-32 Product overview2.1.2 Rear section10 Maintenance cover Used to prevent the user from touching the inner

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE2-4 2 Product overview2.1.3 Operation panelUsed for setting operation conditions, display of printer status and various functio

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE2 Product overview 2-52 Product overview(2) Display section2 [Enter] key—• The menu to set is selected and it shifts to the nex

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE2-6 2 Product overviewTIP• When an error requiring restart (fatal malfunction for the printer operation) occurs, all lamps blin

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE2 Product overview 2-72 Product overview2.2 Printer statusThis chapter explains printer status.2.2.1 NormalPrinting is possible

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE2-8 2 Product overview

3 Basic usage3-13 Basic usageThis chapter explains how to handle this printer.3.1 Print flow chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3-2 3 Basic usage3.1 Print flow chartThe following flow chart illustrates the procedure for drawing with the printer.Refer to e

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3 Basic usage 3-33 Basic usage3.2 Power cable connectionThis section explains power cable connection.WARNING• Be sure to use th

(1)Important Notice1. For Users in EuropeThis is a Class A product approved for industrial environments. In a domestic environment this product may ca

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3-4 3 Basic usage2. Connect the power cables (x 2) to the AC inlets (x 2) on the right side of product.3. Insert the power cabl

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3 Basic usage 3-53 Basic usageCAUTION• Pay attention to the following points when handling the power supply plug. Any mishandli

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3-6 3 Basic usage3.3 Turning the power ON/OFFThis section explains how to turn the printer ON/OFF.3.3.1 Turning the power ONFol

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3 Basic usage 3-73 Basic usage2. Press the [Power] key on the operation panel to turn OFF the printer.• The Power lamp on the o

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3-8 3 Basic usage3.4 Installing ink cartridgesThis section describes the replacement time and steps of ink cartridges.CAUTION•

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3 Basic usage 3-93 Basic usageFollow the procedure below to install the ink cartridge.1. Turn the unit ON.• "[KCMY] Discha

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3-10 3 Basic usage3. Take out the ink cartridge from the bag and shake it gently two to three times.• Slots for ink cartridges

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3 Basic usage 3-113 Basic usageNOTENOTE• If the printer is used immediately after initial ink replenishment is complete, the fo

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3-12 3 Basic usage3.5 Setting mediaThis section explains how to set media and settings for each media type.NOTENOTE• Refer to t

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3 Basic usage 3-133 Basic usageFollow the procedure below to load roll media.1. Loosen the fixing levers on the right and left

(2)Warranty Limitations1. MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD. warrants part repair or replacement as a sole measure only if a failure is found in the system or in t

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3-14 3 Basic usage3. Set the roll media to the roll media holder(Left).4. Set the roll media to the roll media holder(Right) an

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3 Basic usage 3-153 Basic usage5. Loosen the fixing levers of the right and left roll media holders, move the roll media to the

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3-16 3 Basic usage• "Media End" is displayed on the operation panel.2. Raise the media loading lever.• "Lever Up

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3 Basic usage 3-173 Basic usage4. Set the roll media to the media feed slot.NOTENOTE• If the end of the roll media is not wound

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3-18 3 Basic usage6. Rewind the roll media a little by rolling the flange on the roll media holder while holding the edge of th

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3 Basic usage 3-193 Basic usage7. If the edge of the roll media is set less than 5 mm from the edge of the pressurizing roller,

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3-20 3 Basic usageNOTENOTE• When loading the new roll media, cut the front edge of the media if it is not straight. 3.7.3 Cutti

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3 Basic usage 3-213 Basic usage10. Press the [+] key or [–] key to select the type of the loaded media.11. Press the [Enter] ke

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3-22 3 Basic usage3.6 Connecting the printer to a PC This section explains how to connect the printer and a PC.3.6.1 System req

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3 Basic usage 3-233 Basic usage3.6.3 Connecting a network interface cableThis section explains how to connect a network interfa

(3)About this Manual1. Contents of the ManualThere are three manuals for this product.Installation ManualExplains operating procedures along with unpa

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3-24 3 Basic usage3.7 Operating from the operation panelThis section explains various functions that can be operated from the o

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3 Basic usage 3-253 Basic usage3.7.2 Stopping printing operationIf you want to stop printing for some reasons, operate as follo

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3-26 3 Basic usage3. Open the front cover.4. Place a razor blade on the media cut groove on the media guide, and cut the roll m

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3 Basic usage 3-273 Basic usage3.7.4 Changing and confirming settings while printingWhile the printer is operating, you can cha

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3-28 3 Basic usage3.7.4.2 Settings that can be changed or confirmed while printingNOTENOTE• The Print start menu is displayed o

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3 Basic usage 3-293 Basic usage3.8 Menu setups on the operation panel3.8.1 Menu setup procedureFollow the procedure below to co

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3-30 3 Basic usage4. The setting in the blinking part on the LCD monitor of the operation panel can be changed.Press the [+] ke

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3 Basic usage 3-313 Basic usage3.8.2 Panel setup menu overviewThis sub-section explains the Panel setup menu of the printer.The

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3-32 3 Basic usage3.9 Disposal of waste fluidsThe schedule and method for disposal of waste fluid is described below.(1) Dispos

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3 Basic usage 3-333 Basic usage4. After transferring the waste fluid to the empty container, close the waste fluid valve secure

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE(4) About this Manual4. Manual NotationThe following symbols are used in this manual for easier understanding of the informatio

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE3-34 3 Basic usage

4 Daily Maintenance4-14 Daily maintenanceThis chapter explains daily maintenance.4.1 Replacing consumable components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4-2 4 Daily maintenance4.1 Replacing consumable componentsThis section describes when and how to replace the ink cartridges and

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4 Daily maintenance 4-34 Daily MaintenanceNOTENOTE• Use genuine ink cartridges for replacement.This printer is designed to use

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4-4 4 Daily maintenance2. Remove the ink cartridge that you want to replace from the ink cartridge slot.NOTENOTE• Used ink cart

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4 Daily maintenance 4-54 Daily Maintenance4.1.2 Replacing the flushing-box spongesThis section explains how to replace the flus

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4-6 4 Daily maintenance3. Remove the flushing-box sponge from each flushing box using forceps.CAUTION• Do not drop waste fluid

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4 Daily maintenance 4-74 Daily Maintenance4.2 Cleaning the printerPeriodic (every month) cleaning is necessary to use the print

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4-8 4 Daily maintenance4.2.2 Cleaning the inside of the printerThis sub-section describes how to clean the inside of the printe

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4 Daily maintenance 4-94 Daily Maintenance3. Apply a damp and tightly squeezed soft cloth to wipe out paper powder and ink atta

Table Of Contents(5)1 Safety instructions1.1 Types and meanings of warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21.2

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4-10 4 Daily maintenance4.2.3 Head cleaningIf printed data is blurred or lacks part of it, clean the print head surface and noz

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4 Daily maintenance 4-114 Daily MaintenanceNOTENOTE• If you fail to remove blurs or incompleteness of printing in one Head clea

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4-12 4 Daily maintenanceb. Press the [>] key on the operation panel.• "Set1: MediaType" is displayed on the operat

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4 Daily maintenance 4-134 Daily Maintenance3. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel.• Maintenance starts.• The print hea

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4-14 4 Daily maintenance5. Use the cleaning stick to remove the ink and dust on the cleaning wiper.a. Cleaning wiper front side

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4 Daily maintenance 4-154 Daily Maintenance6. Close the right maintenance cover.• Close the cover firmly until it is locked.7.

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4-16 4 Daily maintenance4.2.5 Cleaning around the print headThis section describes how to clean around the print head.(1) Clean

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4 Daily maintenance 4-174 Daily Maintenanceb. Press the [>] key on the operation panel.• "Set1: MediaType" is disp

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4-18 4 Daily maintenance3. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel.• Maintenance starts.• The print head moves to the left

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4 Daily maintenance 4-194 Daily Maintenance5. Confirm, using a light such as a penlight, that there are no foreign objects, suc

VJ-2606 QUICK REFERENCE(6)3.7.4 Changing and confirming settings while printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-273.7.4.1 Procedu

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4-20 4 Daily maintenance6. If foreign objects, such as dust or ink are attached to the print head, remove them using the cleani

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE4 Daily maintenance 4-214 Daily Maintenance• "CR Mainte.: Start" is displayed on the operation panel.9. Press the [Ca

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5 Troubleshooting5-15 TroubleshootingThis chapter describes possible troubles during the use of this product and countermeasures. If an error not incl

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5-2 5 Troubleshooting5.1 When you cannot generate graphics in the way you wantThis section explains how to restore printing res

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5 Troubleshooting 5-35 Troubleshooting5.1.2 Adjust the print headFollow the procedure below to adjust print quality.NOTENOTE• T

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5-4 5 Troubleshootingc. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel.• "Media: Type 1" is displayed on the operation

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5 Troubleshooting 5-55 Troubleshootingf. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel.• "Mode: Quality 1 – >" is d

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5-6 5 Troubleshooting5. Display the Adjust Print menu on the operation panel.a. Press the [Menu] key on the operation panel.• &

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5 Troubleshooting 5-75 Troubleshooting6. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel.• A confirmation pattern for quality adju

1 Safety instructions1-11 Safety instructionsThis chapter explains the installation of this printer, warning terms that operators need to know, cautio

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5-8 5 Troubleshooting8. Register a set value for Bi-D Quality (two-way printing/quality priority mode).a. Press the [+] or [–]

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5 Troubleshooting 5-95 Troubleshootingd. Press the [+] or [–] key to enter the number that you selected in step c.e. Press the

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5-10 5 Troubleshooting5.2 When media is jammedWhen the set media is jammed, follow the procedure below to remove it.1. Turn OFF

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5 Troubleshooting 5-115 Troubleshooting4. Raise the media loading lever.5. Pull the media to your side, and cut the torn part w

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5-12 5 Troubleshooting6. Turn the flanges of the roll media holders and wind roll media.7. If paper dust or pieces of paper rem

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5 Troubleshooting 5-135 Troubleshooting5.3 TroubleshootingThis section describes undisplayed malfunctions and failures of the p

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5-14 5 Troubleshooting(3) When data is sent from the computer, an error occurs at the printer and nothing is printed(4) Cannot

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5 Troubleshooting 5-155 Troubleshooting(2) The media is crumpled during initializationNOTENOTE• If the media is jammed or torn,

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5-16 5 Troubleshooting(4) Media jams frequently occurNOTENOTE• If media other than the recommended one is used, correct media f

VJ-1604 QUICK REFERENCE5 Troubleshooting 5-175 Troubleshooting5.3.4 Printing-related troubleshooting(1) Printing is partially stained or incompleteNOT