The videos below can be followed for initial setup of your Ink Experts IE-30 Desktop DTF printer. RIP software, Print Manager software and Printer Driver installation is performed by Ink Experts technicians.

Click the link above to see how to safely fill the ink tanks on the Ink Experts IE-30 Desktop DTF printer.

Click the link above to see how to assemble the flat output film tray.

Click the link above to see how to assemble the film roll holder and input feed.

Click the link above to see how to connect the power supply and power on the printer.

Click the link above to see how to connect the printer to your laptop and check the connection status.

The videos below can be followed for general operation and include powering the printer on, connecting to your computer, checks prior to printing and software operation.

Click the link above to see how to connect the power supply and power on the printer.

Click the link above to see how to connect the printer to your laptop and check the connection status.

Click the link above to see how to change or fit the output tray; the printer has two trays; a flat output with guillotine for smaller print jobs (cured by desktop oven) and a curved output for larger print jobs (cured by powder shaker oven).

Click the link above to see how to physically check the ink level in the ink tanks to avoid running out of ink accidently.

Click the link above to see how to check the white ink circulation system is working correctly. The circulation system is vitally important to ensure the white ink does not settle and block the print head.

Click the link above for pre-print cleaning and nozzle check – checking your printer is clean before printing is extremely important.

Click the link above to see how to move the ink carriage via the control panel on the front of the printer. Ink carriage movement is required for cleaning and maintenance procedures.

Click the link above to see how to safely empty the waste ink collection tank on the Ink Experts IE-30 printer.

Click the link above to see how to use RIIN RIP software, this is used to create your artwork gang sheet or print job, apply the white ink layer and RIP ready for printing.

Click the link above to see how to use the Print Manager software. Your RIP’d artwork file can be printed using this software. Print settings and adjustments can also be made using the software.

The videos below can be followed for software operation; how to create artwork / gang sheets, apply the white ink layer and RIP the file in RIIN and how to manage and print the file in the Print Manager software.

Click the link above to see how to use RIIN RIP software, this is used to create your artwork gang sheet or print job, apply the white ink layer and RIP ready for printing.

Click the link above to see how to use the Print Manager software. Your RIP’d artwork file can be printed using this software. Print settings and adjustments can also be made using the software.

The videos below can be followed for general maintenance; maintaining your DTF printer is extremely important and should be undertaken at regular intervals to ensure good working order of the printer.

Click the link above to see how to physically check the ink level in the ink tanks to avoid running out of ink accidently.

Click the link above to see how to check the white ink circulation system is working correctly. The circulation system is vitally important to ensure the white ink does not settle and block the print head.

Click the link above for pre-print cleaning and nozzle check – checking your printer is clean before printing is extremely important.

Click the link above to see how to move the ink carriage via the control panel on the front of the printer. Ink carriage movement is required for cleaning and maintenance procedures.

Click the link above to see how to safely empty the waste ink collection tank on the Ink Experts IE-30 printer.

Click the link above to see how to clean the capping station an wiper blade. Visually inspect the capping station daily and clean as required, we recommend monthly.

Click the link above to see how to reprime the ink dampers. This may be required periodically if cleaning cycles have failed to improve the print nozzle pattern. The dampers can also be physically replace if necessary.

Click the link above to see how to clean the ink carriage encoder strip; this can get dirty over time and can require cleaning – the encoder strip allows the printer to locate the position of the ink carriage within the printer run.

Click the link above to see how to clean the film feed rollers; these can get dirty or coated with a powder residue from the film. Cleaning periodically will keep these clean and prevent film slippage.

Click the link above to see how to grease the ink carriage rail; a dab grease should be applied to each end of the carriage rail to aid in its movement while printing.

Click the link above to see how to remove bunched or uneven film media safely. Ensuring the film is flat when printed will prevent carriage strikes or print head impact.