USER GUIDE Full Color Inkjet Printer Graph i cs RJ-6000 Series Basic Edition RJ600EX-A-01
USER GUIDE RJ-6000 Series Full-Color Inkjet Printer Basic Edition Mutoh Industries Ltd.
Types and Usage of User Guide This product is supplied with the following three types of User Guide: Basic Edition This manual which you now have open is the Basic edition of the User Guide. It contains information on installation, preparation, direct key menu operations from online printing, daily maintenance, specifications, lists of options and supplies, etc. Please be sure to read it as it contains matters essential for the normal use of the printer.
From Unpacking to Printing On-line Page 14 Taking out accessories box, check contents Page Page Page 22 Page 31 55 What must be done every day? Ordering supplies Page Page 32 Making a test printing 37 Page Making online and command settings Page 24 Checking ink and safety precautions 47 Installing a driver 49 Page 51 IMPORTANT Manual cutting When trouble strikes Page Loading media 48 Online printing Assembling printer main unit to the stand Connecting to power supply 34
This equipment complies with radio interference regulations for data processing devices. When used in a residential area, this equipment may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take appropriate corrective measures. # Concerning radio interference This product generates weak radio signals and may interfere with radio and television reception if not installed and used correctly.
Introduction IMPORTANT • Because the RJ-6000 Series is an inkjet printer, it needs to be cleaned and inspected periodically. User registration and a service contract are recommended for detecting trouble promptly and maintaining printing quality in top condition. For details, contact your local Mutoh dealer. For Safe Usage Introducing the safety symbol that is used in this manual. The following warning indicator is used in this manual to prevent injury to the user and damage to property.
Introduction For Safe Usage Introducing the Note and Reference symbols that are used in this manual. IMPORTANT • An explanation of a matter that is very important for proper use of the printer. You must read this and work appropriately. NOTE • An explanation of a matter that is useful for you to know or that may affect the printing result. You should read this and bear it in mind. REFERENCE • A reference to where further useful detailed information is available. Refer to this if necessary.
Using the Printer Precautions & Introduction CAUTION RJ-6000 Series is a precision device. When you use it, be careful of the following. • Don't use the printer in extreme heat, cold or humidity. • Covers secured by screws must not be opened other than parts noted in this manual. • Don't have a radio or television nearby as the printer may cause interference. • Don't connect the printer cable to the same power source as an appliance that generates electrical noise.
Using the Printer CAUTION • Ink cartridges should be kept in a cool dark place. However, the ink will freeze if it is stored for a long period below -10˚C for black ink and below -10˚C for colored ink so storage under these conditions should be avoided. If the ink becomes frozen, it should be thawed for at least three hours at room temperature (25˚C) before use. • Don't put the hold lever in the up position while the head is moving (during printing, media size detection, media cutting and cleaning, etc.).
Contents Before Using the Printer .. . .. .. .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 3 5 7 7 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Usage Environment . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Direct Access Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Specifying the Media to be Used - [MEDIA] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 Specifying the Resolution - [RESOLUTION] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 High Quality Printing, Normal Printing, High Speed Printing [QUALITY / SPEED] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Head Cleaning - [CLEANING] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Appendix .. . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 95 96 96 96 97 97 98 98 98 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Printer Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Interface Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Before Using the Printer This section lists matters that must be attended to before the printer is used.
Usage Environment An appropriate location for installing the printer should be selected after referring to the following conditions for the installation site and installation space. CAUTION • Always use a separate, earthed power outlet. • Avoid places subject to sudden change of temperature or humidity, dust, or the direct rays of the sun. • The RJ-6000 Series printer should not be in the direct draft from an air conditioner. • Don't block the ventilation holes of the RJ-6000 Series printer.
Usage Environment Space Required for Installation Space Required for Installation The space required for setting up is as shown below.
Names of Parts Cutter Guide Platen Cover Control Panel Hold Lever Waste Ink bottle Power Switch Media Basket Board Box Waste Ink box Scroller Receiver Scroller Ink Cartridge Slots CAUTION • The head must never be moved with the hold lever up • Don't place anything on top of the cover 16 RJ-6000 Series USER GUIDE Basic Edition
Control Panel Names The control panel is for setting operating conditions, displaying printer conditions and making settings for various functions.
Control Panel Names Name DATA LED (Green) Function Lit: Data reception in progress Flashing: Data reception completed, processing in progress or internal data preparation in progress ERROR LED (Red) Lit or flashing: An error has occurred CANCEL key Before data reception: Roll media is cut During data reception: Input data is erased During data processing: Processed data is erased During printing: Printing is forcibly stopped, the data is erased and media is ejected Waiting for ink to dry: Ink drying time
Control Panel Names Name MEDIA key Roll media (Green) Sheet media (Green) CLEANING key Menu Up key Menu Down key VALUE + key VALUE - key Back key ENTER key Shift key Shift key + Media Feed key Shift key + Palette Print key Lit: Indicates that the loaded media is cut media Directs head cleaning (press for at least 2 seconds) Moves to menu screen for function setting mode When the menu display key is pressed, the panel keys take on the purplish-red set of functions.
Control Panel Names Name Function Shift key + Test Print key Reserves test printing if no media is loaded Shift key + Setup print key Reserves setup printing if no media is loaded Shift key +Fine adjustment key Makes fine adjustment and shifts to key entry screen * Shift + means "while the [Shift] key is pressed" NOTE • All keys other than [CANCEL], [CLEANING] and [MEDIA WEIGHT] are disabled when the DATA LED is lit (during data reception) or flashing (during processing data).
Preparing for Printing This section deals with preparations for using the printer.
Open the Box The printer is delivered in two boxes containing the main unit (including accessories) and the stand. First, open the stand carton. Open the stand carton and take out the stand parts. CAUTION • After opening the cartons, quickly move the packaging materials (cartons, vinyl bags, foam styrene, etc.) out of the reach of children or dispose of them appropriately. After unpacking, check that all necessary parts are present. REFERENCE • If any of the cartons is missing, contact your Mutoh dealer.
Assembling the Stand Step 1 With the welded parts of the stand leg (left and right) that fasten the cross bar facing out, align the attaching holes of the cross bar and fasten them temporarily with hexagonal socket head bolts (long). After the hexagonal socket head bolts have been re-tightened, fit the plastic covers over them.
Assembling the Printer The printer carton contains the main unit, scroller, and a box of accessories. The warranty document and customer registration postcard are attached to the carton itself. Store the warranty document securely, fill in the details on the customer registration and and mail it. Step 1 Open the printer carton and take out the scroller. Remove the styrene foam on the left and right of the printer main unit.
Assembling the Printer CAUTION • For safety, at least four people are needed for assembling the printer. • When taking the main unit out of the carton, remove the vinyl first and handle the printer directly. There is a risk of your hands slipping if the main unit is handled with the vinyl on. • The main unit must be lifted by four people at the places marked (1) to (8) below. If it is lifted at other places (left and right side covers, ink cartridge cover, side plates, etc.
Assembling the Printer Step 3 Place the main unit on the stand with the front towards the locking castors on the stand. Step 4 Fasten the main unit to the stand using hexagonal socket head bolts (short) through the holes on both sides of the stand. Hexagonal Socket Head Bolt (short) Hexagonal Socket Head Bolt (short) Step 5 Peel off the white tapes holding the cover and waste liquid box. Tape Step 6 Undo the wing screw holding the printing table and remove the head fastening fitting.
Assembling the Printer Step 7 Remove cable fastening materials A and B between the rail and cover. Remove the lever fastening material that holds the lever. Cable Fastening Material B Lever Fastening Material Step 8 Thread the tray hook, sheet, tray hook in that order over the media ejection basket shaft and replace the cap. Hook the tray hooks over the side stays. Wrap the sheet over the upper side stay and fasten it on the outside with hooks.
Assembling the Printer NOTE • When it is not in use, the media eject tray can be folded up as shown in the diagram. Step 9 When the assembly of the main unit is completed, move the printer to the place where it is to be used and set it up on a firm floor. Lock the castors.
Check Printer Accessories Printer accessories are contained in the accessories carton in the bottom of the printer carton. Accessories Carton NOTE • If any packaged item is missing, contact your local MUTOH dealer. Power Cable 1 pce. Cable Clamp 1 pce. User Guide Basic Edition (this document) 1 pce. User Guide Functions Edition 1 pce. User Guide Drivers Edition 1 pce.
Check Printer Accessories Cleaning Wipers for Cleaning 1 pce. Waste Liquid Absorbent Sheet 3 sets (replacements) Gloves 1 pair NOTE • Ink cartridges are not included in printer accessories. If you have not arranged for them beforehand, please obtain them separately by referring to the “List of Optional Items and Supply Items” on page 106.
Connecting the Power Cable CAUTION • Use a power supply that is separate from devices that produce electrical noise. • Don't have multiple connections on the power cord. These will cause heating and fire. Take power directly from a household power outlet. • An earth lead must be used. NOTE Plug the power cable into the power socket on the left side at the back of the printer and insert the power plug into a power outlet that matches the following power supply specifications.
Ink Cartridge Precautions CAUTION • Although there is no question about the safety of the ink, it should not be touched, licked or swallowed. If you accidentally touch the ink, wash it off immediately with soap and water. If it should get into your eye, wash with plenty of water and consult your doctor. If it is licked, wash it out immediately by gargling with water. If it has been swallowed, drink plenty of water immediately and you must see a doctor.
Ink Cartridge Precautions NOTE RJ-6000 Series USER GUIDE Basic Edition Preparing for Printing • Ink cartridges should be kept in a cool dark place. However, the ink will freeze if it is stored for a long period below -10˚C for black ink and below -10˚C for colored ink so storage under these conditions should be avoided. If the ink becomes frozen, it should be thawed for at least three hours at room temperature (25˚C) before use. • Open the ink cartridge just before you load it into the slot.
Loading the Ink Cartridges Step 1 With the hold lever down, turn on the power switch at the bottom right of the printer. Step 2 The printer is initalized and, because no ink cartridges are loaded, the following display appears. Ca r t r i d g e No n e NOTE • Initialization will not occur if the cover is open or the hold lever is up. Step 3 Go to the back of the printer and insert ink cartridges of each color into the ink cartridge slots that you can see on the left end.
Loading the Ink Cartridges CAUTION • Power must not be switched off during the ink filling operation otherwise the printer may be damaged. NOTE RJ-6000 Series USER GUIDE Basic Edition Preparing for Printing • If the "Cartridge None" display on the Control panel does not disappear even though ink cartridges have been installed, it means that the ink cartridges have not been loaded correctly. Take out the cartridge whose color is displayed and reload it correctly.
Specify the Type of Media Here we select whether the media to be loaded in the RJ-6000 Series printer will be standard media or thin media. NOTE • If you are unable to judge whether the media to be used is standard media or thin media, you should do the "Media Feed" as shown on page 67 before printing. At that time, check whether the media is catching or wrinkling. With the hold lever up, press the [MEDIA WEIGHT] key. If the media to be loaded is standard media, light up standard media.
Loading the Media IMPORTANT RJ-6000 Series USER GUIDE Basic Edition Preparing for Printing • Don't use media that is creased, blemished, torn or curled. • Problems caused by using media other than that specified by Mutoh will not be covered by warranty. Always use cut media or roll media specified by Mutoh (See the "List of Optional and Supply Items" on page 106) • Temperature and humidity suitable for printing are shown below.
Loading the Media Loading Cut Media Loading Cut Media Step 1 Open the cover, check that head is in a position where it will not touch the media keeper blade and put the hold lever up. Step 2 Selecting media Press the [MEDIA] key on the Control panel to light the Sheet media LED. Hold Lever : Lit : Not lit Step 3 Loading media Insert seasoned media between the pressure roller and the drive roller. Step 4 Align the right edge of the media with the middle of the guide line (holes).
Loading the Media Loading Cut Media Step 5 Put the hold lever down. NOTE Step 6 Close the cover. The head will move automatically to detect the size of the media. Preparing for Printing • Remove the roll media and scroller from the main unit before using. • Don't load the media slantwise. The media size may be misidentified and the printing will not be normal.
Loading the Media Loading Cut Media NOTE • Don't put the hold lever up while the head is moving (during printing, media detection, media cutting, cleaning, etc.) • When putting the hold lever up to load media, etc., make sure the head is in the stand-by position (maintenance position). The lever can not be put up if the head is not in the stand-by position. • Don't move the head while the hold lever is up. The head may contact the media keeper blade.
Loading the Media Loading Roll Media Loading Roll Media Step 1 Open the cover, check that head is in a position where it will not touch the media keeper blade and put the hold lever up. : Lit : Not lit Preparing for Printing Step 2 Selecting media type Press the [MEDIA] key on the Control panel to light the Roll media LED. Step 3 Take out a roll of media. Step 4 Remove the movable flange from the scroller.
Loading the Media Loading Roll Media NOTE • Roll media generally comes with externally wound specifications in which the front surface of the media is on the outside, or internally wound specifications in which the front surface of the media is on the inside. Roll media specified by Mutoh is wound to external specifications in order to give effect to the printing. Please use media specified by Mutoh.
Loading the Media Loading Roll Media CAUTION • When inserting roll media from the rear, be careful not to be injured by the pressure unit. Step 8 Checking the position of the roll media Turn the scroller by hand and wind up several turns of roll media. As you wind up the media, check the relative positions of the drive roller on the right and the right hand edge of the roll media.
Loading the Media Loading Roll Media * If the roll media must be moved to the left Turn the scroller adjusting screw at the rear left side of the printer to the right Scroller Adjusting Screw When moving the roll media to the left IMPORTANT • The guide line (holes) is a guide There is a possibility of a media jam if the pressure roller is not holding the left edge of the media and the pressure roller is near the right edge.
Loading the Media Loading Roll Media Step 10 If the right edge of the roll media is near the guide line (holes), put the hold lever down. At this time, check and bear in mind where the edge of the roll media is in relation to the guide line. Close the cover. The head will move automatically to detect the size of the media. C o n f i r mP a p e r K i n d P l o t OK NOTE Removing roll media Step 1 After printing has finished, open the cover, put the hold lever up and re-roll the roll media.
Loading the Media Loading Roll Media NOTE Removing roll media Step 3 While pressing the roll, pull the fixed flange end of the scroller sharply several times then remove the movable flange and take off the roll. Fixed Flange Pull off the movable flange NOTE • Don't put the hold lever up while the head is moving (during printing, media detection, media cutting, cleaning, etc.) otherwise the head will touch the media keeper blade and cause damage and bad printing.
Making a Test Print Step 1 Open the cover and check that the hold lever is up. Step 2 Press the [MEDIA] key to light the Sheet media LED. (Cut media is selected) Step 3 Load an A3 size sheet of cut media and put the hold lever down. OK P r i n t i n g Test print sample (paste your test print on this page) Paste your test print on this bordered NOTE • If you are unable to make a test print like the above sample, contact your local Mutoh dealer.
Connecting the Interface Cable CAUTION • Make sure the power to the printer and to the computer is switched off when you connect the printer and computer. NOTE • For optimum output, please use a cable recommended by Mutoh. If some other cable is to be used, select one by referring to "Centronics (Bi-directional Parallel Interface: IEEE1284 compatible) Specifications" on page 103. The printer can use the Centronics interface (IEEE1284 compatible, Nibble, ECP).
To Receive Data from the Computer First, prepare the printer to receive data from the computer. The conditions for connecting the printer and computer must be aligned beforehand on the printer side and on the computer side. This is called set-up. Input Port Input port means the type of interface port. RJ-6000 Series input ports are set as follows.
To Receive Data from the Computer Command Set-up (User Settings) NOTE • If values other than those set at the time of shipping from Mutoh are used, be sure to refer to "Centronics Settings" or "Network Settings" in the separate Functions Edition of the User Guide. Command Set-up (User Settings) Each user will specify the online commands from the computer and the command conditions. Commands The type of command for verification is the MH-GL system (MH-GL/GL2, MHGL2, RTL-PASS).
Installing Printer driver A printer driver serves as a bridge (a software connection) for sending data from a computer to a printer. By installing a printer driver, the computer can know for the first time the printer to which it is connected. Here we explain only the case of using Windows 95/98 as a standard computer. NOTE • Apart from Windows 95/98, drivers are available for Windows NT 4.0 and Macintosh. Please refer to the separate publication "Drivers Edition of the User Guide" If Windows NT 4.
Installing Printer Driver Installation Procedure Installation Procedure Step 1 Starting the computer Make sure the printer and computer are connected and switch on the power to the printer. Then switch on the computer. Step 2 Installing the driver Make sure that computer starts normally then insert the CD-ROM labeled "MUTOH PRINTER SOFTWARE" in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. Step 3 Double click "Add Printer" under "Printers" in My Computer. When the Add Printer window appears, click [Next >].
Installing Printer Driver Installation Procedure Step 5 In response to "Click the manufacturer and model of your printer", click [Have Disk...]. Preparing for Printing Step 6 In the "Copy manufacturer's files from" space, enter the CD-ROM name and specify folder (in this case "\ENGLISH\ RJ-6000") and click [OK]. * Enter the name of your CD-ROM drive instead of X:. * Folder names \ENGLISH signifies the English version, \95 is for Windows 95(98) and \RJ-6000 is the name of the printer.
Installing Printer Driver Installation Procedure Step 8 Under "Click the port you want to use with this printer", select the port to which the printer is actually connected and click [Next >]. Step 9 After specifying "Printer name" and "Do you want your Windows-based programs to use this printer as the default printer?" click [Next >]. Step 10 In response to "Would you like to print a test page?" select “Yes (recommended)” or “No” and then click [Finish].
Try Printing Online (for Windows 95/98) Since the computer recognizes the printer when the printer driver is selected, try online printing. Step 1 Make sure that the computer and printer have the same communication conditions. (Refer to "Command Setting, Function Settings, Centronics Settings, Network Settings and Utilities Settings" in the Functions Edition.) Step 2 Open the cover, check that the head is in a position where it will not touch the media keeper blade and put the hold lever up.
Printing the Setup List Paste your settings print on this bordered In online printing was possible, try printing the Setup List. Step 1 Open the cover and make the hold lever is up. Step 2 Press the [MEDIA] key and light the Sheet media LED. Step 3 Load an A4 size sheet vertically. Step 4 Select the printing of setup List by pressing the [Setup Print] key (MEDIA, ENTER key) while you are pressing the [Shift] key. P r i n t i n g Step 5 The setup sheet is printed.
Making a Manual Cut IMPORTANT • Cloth must be cut manually (refer to "Function Settings: Media Cut" of the Functions Edition.) This function is used for manually cutting roll media (such as cloth) that can not be cut automatically after it has been printed. Step 1 Specifying manual cutting Refer to "Function settings: Media cut" on page 49 of the Functions Edition and specify manual cutting. Me d i aCu t : ma n u a l Print any image or picture.
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Direct Access Keys In this section we explain about direct access key operations that are often used to enable printer functions to be used effectively.
Specifying the Media to be Used Here we select whether we will use roll media or cut media as the media to be loaded in the RJ-6000 Series printer. Immediately before loading media in the printer, press the [MEDIA] key. If roll media is to be specified, light the Roll media LED. If cut media is to be specified, light the Sheet media LED.
Specifying the Resolution The resolution of the RJ-6000 Series at the time of output can be selected as 360 dpi, 720 dpi or simulated 1440 dpi (RTL-PASS). 720 dpi or simulated 1440 dpi gives high grade printing at near photo quality. Specify resolution at the time of graphic data output. When the Low LED is lit, 360 dpi is selected. When the High LED is lit, 720 dpi is selected. When both the Low and High LEDs are lit, simulated 1440 dpi is selected. Press the [RESOLUTION] key.
High Quality Printing, Normal Printing, High Speed Printing According to the printing environment to be used, three speeds can be specified for a RJ-6000 Series printer. In changing them, you should consider the resolution and printing time required for the printing. By changing the printing mode, printing may be high quality, normal or high speed. * High Quality Printing Mode: The high quality lamp is lit. The printing is better than normal printing mode but the printing speed is slower.
Head Cleaning Head cleaning is a function that cleans the head face and nozzles. Head cleaning should be carried out if the printing is more faint or lacking in detail compared with the previous printing. IMPORTANT • When printing for a long period under dusty conditions, dust collects in the maintenance section and inspection and maintenance may be required. • A paper jam or paper rubbing on the head must be investigated.
Cutting the Media NOTE • When a new roll of media is mounted, the leading edge of the media may not be straight. In this case, the leading edge of the media should be cut. The [CANCEL] key can be switched between the cancel function and the media cut function, depending to the status of the printer. You should use it in accordance with your need.
Making a Palette Print Palette printing is used when pen colors are specified with the printer's internal data. Output the color palette for reference and for comparison and selection of line color output from your CAD system. Step 1 Load an A3 size sheet of media and put the hold lever down. Step 2 Press the [Palette Print] key (QUALITY/SPEED, VALUE key) while you are pressing the [Shift] key. Step 3 The palette print is printed automatically.
Making a Test Print and a Setup List Print These are prints of the current status of the printer. Check by printing out the following two types of print. Test print: This checks whether the printer is fully operational by making a print. Setup List print: This prints out details such as printer online settings. NOTE • It is useful to keep the Test print and Setup List print in this book in case trouble occurs later. Keep the Test print on page 47 and the Setup List print on page 56.
Media Feed If roll media is being used, the media will be fed in the normal direction while the [Shift] key and [Media Feed] key are pressed. Roll media will not be fed while data is being received or processed. Media is not fed while cut media is in use. Step 1 The media feed function can be used only when roll media is loaded and data is not being received. Step 2 Feed roll media by pressing the [Media Feed] key (MENU, Menu Down key) while you are pressing the [Shift] key.
Fine Adjustment of Print Quality Although your printer was adjusted for optimum quality at the time of shipment, the printing quality may vary according to the type of media. In such cases, a accracy adjustment plot of printing quality can be made with the following procedure. IMPORTANT • Unless you understand this function fully, there is a risk that the fine adjustment may make the quality even worse. Normally, no adjustment should be made.
Fine Adjustment of Print Quality P a t t e r nA : 4 Step 4 Press [ENTER] key to confirm the value specified for pattern A. P a t t e r nA : 6 Step 5 Look at pattern B on your print. Use the [VALUE +] and [VALUE -] keys to enter the number of a line with no offset. P a t t e r nB : 4 P a t t e r nB : 5 P a t t e r nC : 4 P a t t e r nC : 4 Step 6 Press [ENTER] key to confirm the value specified for pattern B. Step 7 Look at pattern C on your print.
Fine Adjustment of Print Quality NOTE • The accuracy adjustment adjusts the color head reciprocal printing position and the black head reciprocal printing position as well as aligning the prointing position between the color head and the black head.
Menus In this section, we give a summary explanation about menus for the practical use of the printer functions.
Menu Mode Operation Shift to setting mode for practical functions than cannot be set up by direct access keys. Step 1 Press the [MENU] key to shift to setting mode. Direct access key operation does not work. * Me n u * C o mm a n d > Step 2 By pressing the [MENU] key, the control panel keys take on the functions shown in purplish-red. Press the Select setting mode by pressing the [Menu Down] key or the [Menu Up] key.
Menu Mode Operation Step 3 * Press [ENTER] to proceed with the setting * The part of the display that is flashing can be altered. To change a setting, select a value by pressing the [VALUE +] or [VALUE -] keys. * The setting will not change unless the [ENTER] key is pressed. * If the set-up is complete, press the [Menu Up] key. If there is no key operation in Menu setting mode for 3 minutes, Direct access key input standby (permanent display) is restored.
Menu Structure * Me n u * Command Plot Area Position Terminat Resolut. Online Timer Overwrite * Me n u * Ink Dry Time Halftone CMY->BLACK Scale Mirror Direct. Cut Pos. Media Cut Copy Ink Density Dist. Adj.
Daily Maintenance This section gives details of maintenance that should be done every day (cleaning, ink cartridge replacement, etc.) as well as examples of troubles that might occur and how handle them.
Cleaning the Printer Wipe the printer with a soft cloth. CAUTION • Turn off the power switch when cleaning the printer. • Don't use thinners or benzene, as these will damage the paint. • When cleaning, don't open any covers that are fastened by screws as these contain electrical parts. • Paper dust is produced when the printer is working. This should be wiped off periodically. Don't blow it away. • For stubborn soiling that resists wiping, use a lint-free cloth moistened with alcohol.
Cleaning the Printer IMPORTANT • Dust and scraps of paper tend to accumulate over time on the platen and cutter groove. This leads to poor quality printing and cutting. Use a soft damp cloth to wipe away any paper scraps clinging to the pressure roller. Clean the drive roller with a nylon brush. Brush Drive Roller IMPORTANT • Paper scraps on the pressure roller and drive roller may prevent the media from feeding properly and produce a "Jam check error".
Cleaning the Printer IMPORTANT • Progressive soiling affects the sensitivity of the sensors and may cause media to be detected even when no media is loaded.
Replacing Ink Cartridges If the RJ-6000 is displaying "No ink" or "No cartridge", the ink cartridge should be replaced or inserted without delay. If "Ink low" is displayed, have a replacement cartridge ready. Step 1 If "No ink" is displayed in the message display section, from the back, pull out the ink cartridge for the color that is shown to be not printing. For example, if black ink has run out, [ K ] Ne a r En d pull out the black ink cartridge.
Switching Inks A washing set that is separately sold is required in order to change the type of inks used in the RJ-6000. Ink switching involves switching light cyan and light magenta for orange and green pigment inks or interchanging pigment inks and dye inks. Step 1 Remove the currently loaded ink cartridges from the back and insert the washing set. Step 2 Carry out washing by referring to the "Utility Settings: Head Wash" item on page 72 of the Functions Edition of the User Guide.
Switching Inks Step 5 After ink filling, ink switching is complete. P l o t OK IMPORTANT • Ink switching produces a large quantity of waste liquid. Have an absorbent sheet (waste ink tank) ready and dispose of waste fluid in accordance with the "Utility Settings: Head Wash" item of the Functions Edition of the User Guide.
Replacing the Cutter Depending on the type of roll media used, paper dust accumulating on the cutter groove and cutter tip may lead to poor cutting. In this case, the cutter tip should be cleaned or replaced and the cutter groove should be cleaned. The cutter is a consumable item. If it is not sharp, replace it. One cutter should last for about 1000 cuts (about 20 rolls) so it should be replaced periodically. Step 1 Switch off the power, lower the hold lever and bring the head to the middle.
Replacing the Cutter Step 3 Insert a new cutter blade in the hole in the head. Press down on the cutter while you return the cutter arm over the cutter. The cutter will only fit in one direction. CAUTION • The cutter blade is very brittle. Be careful not to bump it or drop it. Step 4 Be sure to return the head to the right by hand before switching on the power.
Replacing Waste Liquid Absorbent Sheet(Waste Box) Waste ink accumulates in the waste box at the back of the printer. When the waste box is full, "Full Waste Ink Tank" is displayed and printer's printing operation ceases. The waste liquid absorbent sheet/waste liquid box must be replaced. CAUTION • The used waste liquid absorbent sheet and waste liquid box (case) should be disposed of as non-combustible material in accordance with your local civic regulations.
Replacing Waste Liquid Absorbent Sheet (Waste Box) Step 1 With no printing or cleaning being carried out, pull out the waste liquid box at the back. The alarm will ring and the display will change to “No waste-Ink Tank”. Waste Box No Wa s t e - I n k T a n k Step 2 Without tilting the waste liquid box that you have removed, place it inside a thick vinyl bag then tip out the absorbent material.
Replacing Waste Liquid Absorbent Sheet (Waste Box) Step 3 Place the replacement waste liquid absorbent sheet in the waste liquid box with the hole towards the handle of the box. Step 4 Install the waste liquid box containing the new waste liquid absorbent sheet in the printer. Step 5 The alarm will ring and "Change Tank? No" is displayed. Press the [VALUE +] or [VALUE -] control panel keys to change the display to "Yes". Step 6 Check that "Change Tank? Yes" is displayed then press [ENTER].
Replacing Waste Liquid Absorbent Sheet (Waste Ink Bottle) When printing A0 size or larger widths, very small amounts of ink will be ejected on the left edge for stable printing quality. The waste ink ejected on the left side in that way is collected in a translucent bottle under the main unit (the waste ink bottle).
Replacing Waste Liquid Absorbent Sheet (Waste Ink Bottle) CAUTION • The used waste liquid absorbent sheet should be disposed of as non-combustible material in accordance with your local civic regulations. • It would dangerous for children to lick or swallow the absorbent sheet filled with waste liquid, so dispose of it promptly or put it out of reach. • If you accidentally touch the waste liquid, wash with soap and water at once. • If it should enter your eye, wash with plenty of water and see a doctor.
Cleaning the Cleaning Wiper When the head is cleaned and the type of ink is changed frequently, waste matter clinging to the cleaning wiper may cause the printing to become faint or blemished. In such cases, you should clean the cleaning wiper. Step 1 Switch off the power, lower the hold lever and bring the head to the middle. CAUTION • Don't move the head with the hold lever up. The head and media keeper blade may touch, causing damage and poor printing quality.
Cleaning the Cleaning Wiper Step 3 Return the head to its former position at the right hand end of the printer. CAUTION • The head may be damaged by drying ink, etc. if it is not returned to the right hand end of the printer. NOTE • After the cleaning wiper has been cleaned, if head cleaning does not make the faintness or blemishing in the printing disappear, contact your local Mutoh dealer.
When Trouble Strikes If you have trouble that you think may be a malfunction when you are using the RJ-6000 Series, first check the details on the following tables (troubleshooting). If an error has occurred that is not covered by any of the items in the following tables, check of the Functions Edition of the User Guide and then, if necessary, contact your local Mutoh dealer. IMPORTANT • If you are to receive service, please have your warranty document ready.
When Trouble Strikes #Nothing happens after the computer sends data Reference Page Is the interface cable con- Refer to "Connecting the inter- Page 48 nected? face cable". Page 34 Are ink cartridges Install ink cartridges. installed? Page 79 Do they contain ink? Replace ink cartridges. Page 84 Have you replaced the Replace waste box.
When Trouble Strikes #It prints but the position is not right (there are places that cannot be printed) Possible Cause (1) Is the media loaded in the right position? (2) Have you made scale or mirror settings? (3) Is an initial position specified? (4) Is the printing abnormal after ink was filled? Remedy Load media correctly. Cancel scale and mirror settings or repeat the set-up.
When Trouble Strikes #Ink initial filling fails Possible Cause (1) Is the printer cover open, or the hold lever up? (2) Are all six ink cartridges inserted right to the back? (3) Do all six ink cartridges have the type of ink? Remedy Close the cover, put the hold lever down. Insert all six cartridges properly. Insert all six cartridges of the same type.
When Trouble Strikes Possible Cause (6) Is any foreign matter such as media scraps clinging to the drive roller? (7) Is the media sensor dirty? (8) Are you using the printer in a place outside the usage environment, such as in direct sunlight? Remedy Clean the drive roller. Clean the media sensor. Bring the environmental conditions for using the printer in line with the specified environment.
When Trouble Strikes #Thin media is not detected Reference Page (1) Are you using media spec- Use media specified by Mutoh. Page 37 ified by Mutoh? (2) Are you using the printer Bring the environmental condi- Page 14 in a place outside the tions for using the printer in usage environment, such line with the specified environas in direct sunlight? ment Possible Cause Remedy #Wrong media size in media initialization Reference Page Are you using media spec- Use media specified by Mutoh.
When Trouble Strikes Possible Cause (4) Is the scroller mounted correctly? Remedy Mount the scroller correctly Reference Page Page 41 #Can't install printer driver Possible Cause (1) Did you add the printer? (2) After you specified the CD-ROM drive, did you select the "\English\95\ RJ-6000" folder? Remedy Install it again. Install again after correctly specifying the drive containing the "MUTOH PRINTER SOFTWARE" CD-ROM and the folder.
When trouble strikes #Printed line is blurred Reference Page Are you using media spec- Use media specified by Mutoh. Page 37 ified by Mutoh? Are you using thick media Use media specified by Mutoh. Page 37 and thin media? Are you using ordinary Use media specified by Mutoh. Page 37 paper? Page 37 Are you printing on the Check the printing side of the printing side of the media and load it correctly. media? Have you tried head Try head cleaning. Use power- Page 63 cleaning? ful cleaning.
Appendix This section deals with printer specifications, optional items, supply items.
Printer Specifications Model RJ-6000-43 RJ-6000-54 RJ-6000-62 (43 inch.) (54 inch.) (62 inch.
Printer Specifications Model RJ-6000 Series USER GUIDE Basic Edition 101 Appendix RJ-6000-43 RJ-6000-54 RJ-6000-62 (43 inch.) (54 inch.) (62 inch.) Roll Media Core Standard: 2-inch, Option: 2-inch Maximum Media Width 1092.2 mm 1371.6 mm 1574.8 mm Effective Printing Width 1072.2 mm 1351.6 mm 1554.8 mm Maximum Roll Paper 50 m (maximum size of roll paper that can be Length mounted) Maximum cut media length 1300 mm (longer sizes are treated as roll paper) Media Size Width 210 to 210 to 210 to 1092.
Printer Specifications Model RJ-6000-43 (43 inch.) RJ-6000-54 (54 inch.) RJ-6000-62 (62 inch.
Interface Specifications Centronics Interface Specifications (Bi-directional Parallel Interface: IEEE1284 Compatible) Modes Port Data Length Transmission Direction Connector Pin Numbering Compatible, Nibble, ECP Port 1 8 bits Unidirectional (receive only), Bidirectional 18 1 36 19 RJ-6000 Series USER GUIDE Basic Edition 103 Appendix Parallel interface pin numbers and signals Pin Name of signal Signal Direction Pin Name of signal Signal Direction No. No.
Interface Specifications Centronics Interface Specifications Recommended Specifications for Centronics Interface Cable Interface Cable Type Shield Type IEEE1284 (bidirectional parallel) compatible AWG28 x 18 pair (twisted pairs) Metal tapes and braiding (double-shielded cable) Characteristic Impedance 62Ω 104 RJ-6000 Series USER GUIDE Basic Edition
Interface Specifications Network Interface (option) Specifications Network Interface (option) Specifications Port Port 2 (only when optional interface board is fitted) Network Type Ethernet IEEE802.3 Network I/F 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX * Automatic switching type * Switching type (RJ-45 connector, twisted pair cable, category 5) Protocol TCP/IP NetWare (V3.
List of Optional and Supply Items • Interface Extension Board Name of Item Ethernet interface board (10/100BASE-T) Model Number RJ-ETH13TX Qty. 1 set • Extended Memory Name of Item Extended memory 16 MB Extended memory 32 MB Model Number SIM 16M SIM 32M Qty. 1 unit 1 unit Model Number RJ60-SR43-03 Scroller 3" RJ60-SR43-02 Scroller 2" RJ60-SR54-03 Scroller 3" RJ60-SR54-02 Scroller 2" RJ60-SR62-03 Scroller 3" RJ60-SR62-02 Scroller 2" Qty.
List of Optional and Supply Items • Cutter Name of Item Cutter blade • Media Name of Item Thick coated paper Glossy paper Glossy film Glossy film Fireresistance cloth Fireresistance cloth Baeklit film Foam PET film Foam PET tack Yupo film Yupo film tack Model Number RJ6-THCPAPE137 * 30 RJ6-GRAPE137 * 30 RJ6-GPET132 * 20 RJ6-GPET150 * 20 RJ6-CLB133 * 20 RJ6-CLB150 * 20 RJ6-BL127 * 30 RJ6-MPET137 * 30 RJ6-MPETT137 * 30 RJ6-YP156 * 45 RJ6-YPT152 * 30 Model Number RJ8-CBS Qty.
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From Unpacking to Printing On-line A simple explanation of the flow from unpacking to getting online. Precautions that must be observed are also explained. Contents Read this if you can't find an item you want to look up. Before Using the Printer This details what must be done before you start to use the printer. Printer operating environment, user registration, names of parts and names on the control panel are explained.
