Course Outline
- Course Overview
- Getting Started with your RICOH Ri 2000
- 7 Essential Tips to Know Before Using your RICOH Ri 2000
- Ri 2000 Supplies
- Video: Unboxing and Setup
- Video: Control Panel Overview
- Video: Printing an Image with ColorGATE
- Video: Printing with Dark Garments in ColorGATE
- Video: Setting up Hot Folders in ColorGATE
- Video: Daily Maintenance for Ri 2000
- Video: Regular Maintenance for Ri 2000
- Video: Monthly Maintenance for Ri 2000
- Video: Jig Head Maintenance
- Video: Fan Filter Replacement
- Video: Training Webinar
- Final Quiz
Ri 2000 Supplies
Ink and Cleaner Cartridges
The Ri 2000 has eight slots for ink or cleaner cartridges, four for white, and one for each of the four colors: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black.
These cartridges are compatible with the Ri 2000, two White 1, two White 2, and one of each color in a set.
Make sure that you always have extra ink on hand, running out will put the printer in an error state that prevents auto maintenance, which can lead nozzle clogging.
The Cleaner Cartridges work the same way, there are two White 1, two White 2, and one of each color in a set.
You will only need cleaning cartridges when you wish to fill the lines with cleaner, either for long-term storage or periods of inactivity. Make sure to only use cleaning cartridges for this purpose, when inserted they will prevent auto maintenance if the lines were not cleared.
Printing
The supplies you need for printing will vary depending on your goals.
The basic essentials you will need is a Windows 11 or later computer with a RIP software such as ColorGate installed (and a method of transfer such as USB or ethernet), a heat press, and garments to print on.
Next, you will need to consider what you are printing. If you are printing directly onto dark garments, you will need pretreatment as well as a sprayer or machine. You will need an appropriate platen for the apparel you are printing on, such as a hat or shoe. If you plan on printing with Direct-to-film, you need to have the appropriate film and powder. You can also apply additional effects such as foil to your prints.
Cleaning and Maintenance
It is important to follow the daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance requirements for your Ri 2000 to keep it running without issue.
Make sure that you are stocked on the following items, since they are commonly used for maintenance:
If you have any additional questions about what supplies are needed, feel free to contact us for technical support, quotes, or order assistance.