SERVICE MANUAL

Scanner Printer Copier

EPSON Stylus CX5100/5200

SE0T02004

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Copyright 2002 SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.

Imaging & Information Product Division
TPCS Quality Assurance Department

PRECAUTIONS
Precautionary notations throughout the text are categorized relative to 1) Personal injury and 2) damage to equipment.
DANGER

Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in serious or fatal personal injury. Great caution should be exercised in performing
procedures preceded by DANGER Headings.

WARNING

Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in damage to equipment.

The precautionary measures itemized below should always be observed when performing repair/maintenance procedures.

DANGER
1.

ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PRODUCT FROM THE POWER SOURCE AND PERIPHERAL DEVICES PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR PROCEDURES.

2.

NO WORK SHOULD BE PERFORMED ON THE UNIT BY PERSONS UNFAMILIAR WITH BASIC SAFETY MEASURES AS DICTATED FOR ALL ELECTRONICS
TECHNICIANS IN THEIR LINE OF WORK.

3.

WHEN PERFORMING TESTING AS DICTATED WITHIN THIS MANUAL, DO NOT CONNECT THE UNIT TO A POWER SOURCE UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO. WHEN
THE POWER SUPPLY CABLE MUST BE CONNECTED, USE EXTREME CAUTION IN WORKING ON POWER SUPPLY AND OTHER ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS.

4.

WHEN DISASSEMBLING OR ASSEMBLING A PRODUCT, MAKE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES TO AVOID INJURIER FROM METAL PARTS WITH SHARP EDGES.

WARNING
1.

REPAIRS ON EPSON PRODUCT SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN EPSON CERTIFIED REPAIR TECHNICIAN.

2.

MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SOURCE VOLTAGES IS THE SAME AS THE RATED VOLTAGE, LISTED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER/RATING PLATE. IF THE EPSON PRODUCT
HAS A PRIMARY AC RATING DIFFERENT FROM AVAILABLE POWER SOURCE, DO NOT CONNECT IT TO THE POWER SOURCE.

3.

ALWAYS VERIFY THAT THE EPSON PRODUCT HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE REMOVING OR REPLACING PRINTED CIRCUIT
BOARDS AND/OR INDIVIDUAL CHIPS.

4.

IN ORDER TO PROTECT SENSITIVE MICROPROCESSORS AND CIRCUITRY, USE STATIC DISCHARGE EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS ANTI-STATIC WRIST STRAPS, WHEN
ACCESSING INTERNAL COMPONENTS.

5.

DO NOT REPLACE IMPERFECTLY FUNCTIONING COMPONENTS WITH COMPONENTS WHICH ARE NOT MANUFACTURED BY EPSON. IF SECOND SOURCE IC OR
OTHER COMPONENTS WHICH HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED ARE USED, THEY COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE EPSON PRODUCT, OR COULD VOID THE
WARRANTY OFFERED BY EPSON.

About This Manual

This manual describes basic functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations, maintenance and repair procedures of the printer. The instructions and
procedures included herein are intended for the experienced repair technicians, and attention should be given to the precautions on the preceding page.

Manual Configuration
This manual consists of six chapters and Appendix.
CHAPTER 1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS
Provides a general overview and specifications of the product.
CHAPTER 2. OPERATING PRINCIPLES
Describes the theory of electrical and mechanical operations of
the product.
CHAPTER 3. TROUBLESHOOTING
Describes the step-by-step procedures for the troubleshooting.
CHAPTER 4. DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY
Describes the step-by-step procedures for disassembling and
assembling the product.
CHAPTER 5. ADJUSTMENT
Provides Epson-approved methods for adjustment.
CHAPTER 6. MAINTENANCE
Provides preventive maintenance procedures and the lists of
Epson-approved lubricants and adhesives required for
servicing the product.
APPENDIX Provides the following additional information for
reference:
Electric circuit boards components layout
Electrical circuit boards schematics
Exploded diagram & Parts List

Symbols Used in this Manual

Various symbols are used throughout this manual either to provide additional
information on a specific topic or to warn of possible danger present during a
procedure or an action. Be aware of all symbols when they are used, and
always read NOTE, CAUTION, or WARNING messages.
A D J U S T M E N T
R E Q U IR E D

Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or

condition that is necessary to keep the products quality.

C A U T IO N

Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice, or

condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in damage to,
or destruction of, equipment.

C H E C K
P O IN T

May indicate an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or

condition that is necessary to accomplish a task efficiently. It
may also provide additional information that is related to a
specific subject, or comment on the results achieved through a
previous action.

W A R N IN G

Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or

condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in injury or
loss of life.
Indicates that a particular task must be carried out according to a
certain standard after disassembly and before re-assembly,
otherwise the quality of the components in question may be
adversely affected.

Revision Status
Revision

Issued Date

August 30, 2002

Description
First Release

CONTENTS
Chapter 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1.1 Overview .............................................................................................................. 9
1.1.1 Features ........................................................................................................ 9
1.1.2 About A940 ................................................................................................. 9
1.2 Common ............................................................................................................
1.2.1 Electrical specifications .............................................................................
1.2.2 Interface .....................................................................................................
1.2.3 Safety, EMC ..............................................................................................
1.2.4 Environmental condition ...........................................................................
1.2.5 Reliability ..................................................................................................
1.2.6 Acoustic noise ............................................................................................
1.2.7 Physical specification ................................................................................

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3.1 Trouble shooting by unit level .........................................................................

3.1.1 Power is on but Printer / Scanner does not operate at all. .........................
3.1.2 Operation Panel abnormality .....................................................................
3.1.3 Paper feeding is not normally implemented ..............................................
3.1.4 Error is detected .........................................................................................
3.1.5 Trouble related to Print ..............................................................................

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3.2 Trouble Shooting related to Printer ............................................................... 23

3.3 Trouble Shooting related to Scanner .............................................................. 29
3.4 Motor and Sensor trouble Shooting ................................................................ 31

Chapter 4 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

1.3 Ink Cartridges ................................................................................................... 12

1.3.1 Black Ink Cartridge .................................................................................... 12
1.3.2 Color Ink Cartridge .................................................................................... 12

4.1 Overview ............................................................................................................

4.1.1 Precautions .................................................................................................
4.1.2 Specified Tools ..........................................................................................
4.1.3 Service Dispatch Standard .........................................................................

Chapter 2 OPERATING PRINCIPLES

4.2 Disassembly ....................................................................................................... 35

4.2.1 Scanner Unit Removal ............................................................................... 35

2.1 Overview ............................................................................................................ 14

2.2 Printer Unit .......................................................................................................
2.2.1 Printer Unit Mechanism .............................................................................
2.2.1.1 Carriage Motor Specification ............................................................
2.2.1.2 Paper Feeding Motor Specification ...................................................
2.2.1.3 Paper Loading Mechanism (New ASF unit) .....................................
2.2.1.4 Ink System Mechanism .....................................................................
2.2.2 Scanner Unit Mechanism ...........................................................................
2.2.2.1 Scanner Motor Specification .............................................................
2.2.3 Electrical Circuitry .....................................................................................
2.2.3.1 C496 MAIN Board ............................................................................

Chapter 3 TROUBLESHOOTING

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4.3 Scanner Unit Disassembly ...............................................................................

4.3.1 Hinge Removal ..........................................................................................
4.3.2 Upper Housing Removal ...........................................................................
4.3.3 Scanner Motor Removal ............................................................................
4.3.4 Scanner Carriage Unit Removal ................................................................
4.3.5 Scanner HP Sensor Removal .....................................................................
4.3.6 Panel Board Removal ................................................................................

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4.4 Printer Unit Disassembly .................................................................................

4.4.1 Middle Housing Removal ..........................................................................
4.4.2 C496 Main Board Removal .......................................................................
4.4.3 Printhead Removal ....................................................................................
4.4.4 Printer Mechanism Removal .....................................................................
4.4.5 Waste Ink Pads/Lower Housing Removal .................................................
4.4.6 C496 PSB/PSE Board Removal ................................................................

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4.4.7 ASF Unit Removal .................................................................................... 54

4.4.8 ASF Unit Disassembly .............................................................................. 55
4.4.9 PE Sensor/PE Sensor Holder/PE Lever Removal ..................................... 57
4.4.10 PF Encoder & PF Encoder Base Removal .............................................. 58
4.4.11 Linear Scale Removal .............................................................................. 59
4.4.12 CR Guide Shaft/Carriage Unit Removal ................................................. 60
4.4.13 Ink System Unit Removal ........................................................................ 61
4.4.14 CR Motor Removal .................................................................................. 62
4.4.15 PF Motor Removal .................................................................................. 63
4.4.16 Paper Eject Frame Unit Removal ............................................................ 63
4.4.17 EJ Roller Unit Removal ........................................................................... 64
4.4.18 Front Paper Guide Removal .................................................................... 64
4.4.19 Upper Paper Guide Removal ................................................................... 65
4.4.20 Rear Paper Guide Removal ..................................................................... 65
4.4.21 PF Roller Unit Removal .......................................................................... 66

Chapter 5 ADJUSTMENT
5.1 Overview ............................................................................................................ 68
5.1.1 Conditions for Each Adjustment ............................................................... 68
5.2 Adjustment ........................................................................................................
5.2.1 PF Belt Tension Adjustment ......................................................................
5.2.1.1 Purpose ..............................................................................................
5.2.1.2 Adjustment Method ...........................................................................

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5.3 Adjustments by Adjustment Program ............................................................ 71

5.3.1 Adjustment Program Installation ............................................................... 71
5.3.2 Adjustment Program Start ......................................................................... 72
5.4 Uploading Firmware ........................................................................................ 73

Chapter 6 MAINTENANCE
6.1 Overview ............................................................................................................
6.1.1 Cleaning .....................................................................................................
6.1.2 Lubrication .................................................................................................
6.1.2.1 Scanner Lubrication Point (TBD) .....................................................
6.1.2.2 Printer Unit Service Maintenance .....................................................
6.1.2.3 Printer Lubrication Point ...................................................................

Chapter 7 APPENDIX

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7.1 Connector Connections .................................................................................... 84

7.1.1 Connector Arrangement ............................................................................ 84
7.1.2 EEPROM Address Map ............................................................................. 84
7.2 Component Layout (TBD) ............................................................................... 88
7.3 Circuit Figure ................................................................................................... 89
7.4 Exploded Diagrams (TBD) .............................................................................. 93
7.5 Parts list (TBD) ................................................................................................. 94

CHAPTER

1
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

EPSON Stylus CX5100/5200

Revision A

1.1 Overview

Standalone Copier function

This section explains overall specifications of the CX5100/5200 models of SPC

(Scanner/Printer/Copier).

By use of the latest 4 color printer engine, high quality copying of photos is
offered not just with special-purpose paper but also with regular paper. The printer
also has the following characteristics.
Standard Copy Mode

1.1.1 Features

The mode is provided to meet general purposes of making copies with 3mm
bottom margin. It provides with the widest range of Paper Size, Copy Quality
and other options.

CX5100/5200 have the following features.

Printer function

Wide Margin Copy Mode

The Printer function produces laser sharp quality and faster output on plain paper.
DuraBrite ink creates.

The mode is provided to meet general purposes of making copies with 14mm
bottom margin. It provides with the widest range of Paper Size, Copy Quality
and other options.

2880 (H) x 1440 (V) dpi printing (Max resolution)

Separated ink cartridge for each color

Repeat Copy Mode

Built-in auto document feeder holds 150 cut-sheets (90g/m2)

The mode is to create multiple copy images on one sheet of copy paper.

Print head nozzle configuration

Monochrome
Color

2-up (4-up) Copy Mode

: 180 nozzles
: 59 nozzles x 3 (Cyan, Magenta and Yellow)

Reduces 2 pages (4 pages) of originals for printing on a single page.

Scanner function

1.1.2 About A940

The Scanner function enables PCs to acquire an image. The "Scan" button on the
Operation Panel works with software running on a PC achieves the ease-of-use
scanning.

As this model is designed for DELL computer, the main specification is almost same as
Stylus EPSON CX5100/5200. The main difference is as follows;
The firmware is original.

1200 x 2400 dpi scanning (Optical resolution)

External design / case color are original.

48 bit-in, 24 bit-out

The ink cartridges are not compatible with EPSON genuine cartridges.
USB ID is original.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Overview

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Revision A

1.2.3 Safety, EMC

1.2 Common

100V model

This section explains specifications that are common for both the scanner and the
printer.

EMC standards:
VCCI class B
Guideline for the Suppression of Harmonics in Household and General-Use
Equipment

1.2.1 Electrical specifications

Table1-1. AC Input

120V model

100V model

120V model

220 - 240V model

Rated voltage

(ACV)

100

120

220 - 240

Input voltage

(ACV)

90 - 110

108 - 132

198 - 264

Rated current

(A)

0.6

0.6

0.3

Rated frequency range (Hz)

EMC standards:
FCC part15 subpart B class B
CSA C108.8 class B

50 - 60

Input frequency range (Hz)

49.5 - 60.5

Power consumption

(W)

Safety standards:
UL1950
CSA22.2 No.950

220-240V model

Approx. TBD (Standalone copying)

Safety standard:
EN 60950

Approx. TBD (Standby)

NOTE: The product is Energy Star compliant.

EMC standards:
EN 55022 (CISPR Pub.22) class B
EN 55024
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3
AS/NZS 3548 Class B

NOTE: The electric current to hold the mechanism control motors is reduced
when non-operation continues for 5 minutes.
NOTE: The Scanner lamp is turned off when non-operation continues for 15
minutes.

1.2.2 Interface
Standard

: Universal Serial Bus Specifications Revision 1.1

Universal Serial Bus Device Class Definition for Printing
Devices Version 1.1

Adaptable connector : USB Series B

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Common

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1.2.4 Environmental condition

1.2.7 Physical specification

Weight

Table1-2. Environmental condition

Operating
Temperature (*1)

10 - 35C

-20 - 60C

Humidity
(without condensation)

20 - 80%, RH

5 - 85%, RH

Resistance to shock

1 G, within 1 ms

2 G, within 2 ms

Resistance to vibration

0.15G

9.0 kg (TBD)

Non-operating (*2)

0.50G

Dimension
453 x 434 x 254 mm (W x D x H)
NOTE: Except for rubber feet and the projection of printer paper tray.

NOTE: (*1): 1 month at 40C 120 hours at 60C

NOTE: (*2): With shipment container

254

1.2.5 Reliability
Total print volume
Monochrome

: 50,000 pages (A4, Letter)

Color

: 20,000 pages (A4, Letter)

434

Printhead Life
4000 million dots/nozzle

453

Scanhead
MCBF 30,000 cycles

Figure 1-1. Physical specification

1.2.6 Acoustic noise

Level
Approx. TBD dB (Standalone copy)
(According to ISO7779)

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Common

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Revision A

1.3 Ink Cartridges

1.3.1 Black Ink Cartridge
Type
Exclusive cartridge
Color
Black
Print capacity
720 pages @A4 (ISO/IEC10561 Letter Pattern at 360 dpi)

1.3.2 Color Ink Cartridge

Type
Exclusive cartridge
Color
Magenta, Cyan and Yellow
Print capacity
420 pages /A4 (360 dpi, 5% duty each color)

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Ink Cartridges

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CHAPTER

2
OPERATING PRINCIPLES

EPSON Stylus CX5100/5200

Revision A

2.1 Overview

PF Encoder

This chapter explains the operating principles of the CX5100/5200 mechanisms and
electrical circuitry.
The CX5100/5200 are primarily divided into the printer unit and the scanner unit.
Mechanisms can also be separated by printer unit and scanner unit. Electrical circuitry
is composed of Main Board circuits, PSB/PSE Board circuits, CCD Board circuits and
Panel Board circuits.

Rotary Scale

Paper Eject Roller

CR Motor

PF Motor

CR Encoder

Linear Scale

2.2 Printer Unit

LD Roller
Retard Roller

2.2.1 Printer Unit Mechanism

CR Unit

The mechanism used in the printer unit is common to the Stylus C82.
Paper Back Lever

The printer unit is composed of the Printhead for printing, the Carriage for carrying the
printhead, the CR Motor for moving the carriage within the print range, the Cap Unit
for preventing drying of the printhead, the PF Motor for feeding paper, the ASF Unit
for paper supply using PF motor power, and the Eject Unit for ejecting printed paper.
Paper Separation Pad

A list of printer unit main features and an outline drawing are shown below.

CR Guide Shaft
PE Sensor

Only the ASF is newly designed.

For throughput improvement, the special use Flashing Box utilizes 0/80 digit bidirection.
Paper can be supplied by 0/80 digit bi-direction. (Economy printing only.)

Clutch Gear

CR Lock Lever

Pump Unit
Cap Unit

Timing Belt

Figure 2-1. Printer Unit Mechanism Overview

OPERATING PRINCIPLES

Overview

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2.2.1.1 Carriage Motor Specification

2.2.1.3 Paper Loading Mechanism (New ASF unit)

Table 2-1. CR motor Specification

Items

DC motor with brushes

Drive voltage

+42V 5% (voltage applied to driver)

Coil resistance

27.1 10% (per phase at 25 degree)

Inductance

19.8mH 25% (1KH, 1VmA)

Drive method

PWM, constant-current chopping

Driver IC

Uses a Retard Roller. (Laser printers also use this roller.)

Specifications

Type

The ASF of this printer is newly designed. It has the following characteristics.

A6615

New design of PF/ASF change mechanism. (Operating principle same as

previous.)
DRIVE PROCESS

Table 2-2. PF motor Specification

Items

5.

LD Roller Gear 2 rotates one time (LD Roller rotates once), and then the LD
Roller is stopped by the Clutch Gear again contacting the Change Lever.

PWM

Driver IC

The motion of Combination Gear Ratchet 65.6 is transferred to Clutch Gear 1.

17.3mH 25% (1KH, 1VmA)

Drive method

4.

22.3 10% (per phase at 25 degree)

Inductance

At this point, the Change Lever extends in the direction of arrow C, locking the
Clutch mechanism.

+42V 5% (voltage applied to driver)

Coil resistance

After receiving the paper feed command, the Carriage Unit contacts the A or B
ASF Trigger Lever.

DC motor with brushes

Drive voltage

2.

Specifications

Type

The motion of the PF Motor is always transmitted to the Combination Gear

Ratchet 65.6 but not transmitted to the LD Roller.

3.

2.2.1.2 Paper Feeding Motor Specification

1.

A6615

ASF trigger lever

B

Change lever

2
C
LD roller
Retard roller

Combination gear ratchet 65.6

Figure 2-2. Drive Process

OPERATING PRINCIPLES

Printer Unit

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2.2.1.4 Ink System Mechanism

2.2.2 Scanner Unit Mechanism

With this printer, when the PF Motor turns, power is always transmitted to the ink
system.

The scanner unit is composed of the Scanner Carriage Unit for carrying the light source
projecting light onto the document and the CCD taking in the image, the Scanner
Motor and Timing Belt for moving the scanner carriage unit over the surface of the
original, and the Scanner HP Sensor for detecting the position of the scanner carriage
unit.

PUMP UNIT & WIPER MECHANISM

Table 2-3. PF motor rotational direction & Ink system mechanism
Directions
Counterclockwise (*1)

Clockwise (*1)

Document

Functions
Set wiper.
Draw ink.
Set CR lock lever.

Scanner Motor

Lens
Lamp

Reset wiper.
Release pump.
Reset CR lock lever.

CCD Board

(*1): The PF Motor rotational direction = seen from the left side of the printer.

Mirrors
Scanner HP Sensor

Scanner Carriage Unit

Timing Belt

Figure 2-3. Scanner Unit Mechanism

2.2.2.1 Scanner Motor Specification

Table 2-4. Scanner Motor Specification
Items
Type

+42VDC

Coil resistance

26 7%

Inductance

TBD mH TBD % (TBD KH, TBD VmA)

Drive method

PWM

Driver IC

Printer Unit

PM type stepping motor

Drive voltage

OPERATING PRINCIPLES

Specifications

A6615

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2.2.3 Electrical Circuitry

2.2.3.1 C496 MAIN Board

Table 2-5. C496 MAIN Board Major Components and Primary Functions

The electric circuit of the Stylus CX5100/5200 consists of the following boards.

Main
Component

Location

CPU

IC1

Internal RAM: 10KB. Internal Flash ROM: 256KB.

Control, image processing
3.3V drive

ASIC

IC2

RTC

IC4

EEPROM
Default settings, backup for all parameters
Reset function
Timer function

FLASH ROM

IC5

Firmware storage
3.3V drive

Head Driver

IC6

Generation of drive voltage waveform

5V drive

Motor Drive

IC7

Control of CR Motor, PF Motor, Scanner Motor

42V drive

CPU Local
SDRAM

IC8

System memory
3.3V drive

ASIC Local
SDRAM

C496 Main Board (main circuit board)

IC9

Working memory for copy function

3.3V drive

Head Drive
Transistor

Q5, Q6

C496 PSB/PSE Board (power supply circuit board)

Supplies the following voltages:

+3.3V
+42V
+12V

for logic system

for drive system
for scanner system

CCD Board
Panel Board

CPU (IC1)

64Mbit
SDRAM
(IC8)

CPU BUS

Panel SW

8Mbit
Flash-ROM
(IC5)

64Mbit
SDRAM
(IC9)

Scanner
Unit
ASIC (IC2)
Motor
Driver
(IC7)

CR Motor

PF Motor

USB

Head
Driver
(IC6)

Function

Motor control
Head control
Panel sensor I/O control
USB interface
3.3V drive

Generation of drive voltage waveform based on IC6

control
3.3V drive

Printhead

Figure 2-4. Electrical Circuitry Block Diagram

OPERATING PRINCIPLES

Printer Unit

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CHAPTER

3
TROUBLESHOOTING

EPSON Stylus CX5100/5200

Revision A

3.1 Trouble shooting by unit level

Table 3-1. LCD indication

By obeying this trouble shooting, when some trouble happens, it can be easily
understood which unit has defect, according to its phenomenon. The troubles
phenomenon are listed up in Table 3-1, Table 3-2. The flow chart by troubles is
returned, after trouble is inferred.

Error status

LCD indication
(The error title appears in LCD
upper portion followed by scrolling
error message in lower portion)

LED indication
Power

Error
LED

Scanner unit open error

Scanner unit open ---> Close the

scanner unit.

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On

Paper out error

Paper out ---> Load paper in Paper

tray and press the Color copy button.

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On

Ink out error

ink out ---> <Ink out colors> Press the

Color copy button to begin replacing
the ink cartridge.(*1)

---

On

Ink cartridge error ---> Press the Color

copy button to begin replacing the ink
cartridge.

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On

No <No ink cartridge colors> ink

cartridge ---> Press the Color copy
button to install new ink cartridge.

---

On

Paper jam or miss feed ---> Press the

Color copy button and clear the paper
jam by hand if necessary.

---

On

Printer error ---> See your

documentation and call service if
necessary.

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Blink

Printer error ---> See your

documentation and call service if
necessary.

---

On

Scanner error ---> See your

documentation and call service if
necessary.

---

On

Following flow chart describes main process of trouble shooting.

NOTE: Trouble shooting for motor, sensor are to be referred to page 31.
Trouble detection
Table 3-1,LCD Indication
Table 3-2,Trouble Phenomenon and Reference Flowchart

Ink cartridge error

No ink cartridge error

Repair by
Unit Level

Following unit is diagnosed

Paper jam or miss feed error

Repair by
Parts level

Waste ink overflow

Scanner Mechanism

Printer Mechanism

Printer error
Motor and Sensor
Repair

Scanner error

Disassembly = Chapter 4
Adjustment = Chapter 5
Figure 3-1. Trouble Shooting Flowchart

TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble shooting by unit level

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Table 3-2. Trouble Phenomenon and Reference Flowchart

Phenomenon
Power is on but not
operating

Detail

Refer point

LED does not turn on at all.

Printer mechanism does not operate at
all.
Scanner mechanism does not operate at
all.

Figure 3-2

Abnormal operation
panel

Pressing button but no reaction.

Figure 3-3

Error is detected

LCD/LED panel shows error status.

Figure 3-4

Paper feeding is not

normally executed.

Paper feeding is not done.

Paper jam happens.
Paper start up position is not lined up.

Figure 3-5

Trouble related to
print

Print is not done.

Print is abnormal (Dot is missing etc.).
Print quality is bad.

Figure 3-6

Scanner does not operate normally.

3.1.1 Power is on but Printer / Scanner does not operate

at all.

See "3.3 Trouble

Shooting related to
Scanner", page 29

Trouble related to
scanner

Start

AC power
/ voltage is
normal?

No

Input normal
power.

Yes

Fuse (F1) of
power board is
cut?

Yes

Replace fuse. Remove

CN5 of main board and
power is on again.

No
No

Confirm output
voltage of power
board CN2.

Fuse is cut again?

Yes
Power board output
voltage is normal?

No

Yes
Replace main board

Replace power board

Check motors,
Head and other
parts

End

Figure 3-2. Flowchart1

TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble shooting by unit level

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3.1.2 Operation Panel abnormality

3.1.3 Paper feeding is not normally implemented

Start

Operation
Panel is correctly
connected with
cable?

Start

Paper is
correctly set to
ASF?

NO
Connect correctly
Operation panel
again.

YES

Problem is solved?

No
Set paper
correctly.

Yes

YES
LD roller
and PF roller
are correctly
rotating?

NO

No
Remove foreign
objects if they have
entered the paper
feed route.

Yes
Replace operation
panel.

Clean each roller of

the paper feed route.

Yes
Problem is solved?

Problem is solved?

NO
No

YES

Problem is solved?

Replace main
board.

No

See Table 3-4

Yes
Yes

End

Problem is solved?

No

End
End

Figure 3-3. Flowchart2

TROUBLESHOOTING

Figure 3-4. Flowchart3

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3.1.4 Error is detected

3.1.5 Trouble related to Print

Start

Start

Confirm error contents

by LCD (See Table 3-1).

Test print
execution

Yes

Is printing
possible?

Printer error?

Yes

No

Is it an
ink cartridge
error?

No

Yes

Yes

Print quality
is normal?

See Table 3-4

No

No

Maintenance error
Cleaning execution
Replace waste ink porous
pad and reset
counter. (See
"DISASSEMBLY AND
ASSEMBLY" page 52 and
See " ADJUSTMENT",
page 67

Problem is
solved?

No

No

Yes

Problem is solved?

See Table 3-4

End
Yes
No
Problem is solved?

Figure 3-5. Flowchart4

Yes

End

Figure 3-6. Flowchart5

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3.2 Trouble Shooting related to Printer

Table 3-3. Printer Unit Errors

Error

This section describes repair /service of Printer Mechanism. This part shows various
problems which possibly happen, its phenomenon, check point and resolution method.
Select applicable phenomenon from following tables and check parts function shown
in Check Point.

Paper out

Cause
1. No paper in ASF tray.
2. Paper was fed into printer
while not aligned to right
edge guide.

3. Paper stops before reaching

PE sensor. Or paper is not
being fed.
4. ASF is not properly
assembled.

Corrective Action

Maintenance
error

1. Total ink discharge quantity

has exceeded set value due
to cleaning or flushing.

1. After replacing Waste Ink Pad, reset

the protection counter. (See
"Disassembly/Assembly", page 52
and See " ADJUSTMENT", page 67)

Fatal error

Table 3-3. Printer Unit Errors

Error

Cause

1. Carriage will not operate

properly by external force.

1. Check the following parts and replace

if failed:
CR Motor
Linear Scale
CR Encoder
2. Check the following parts and replace
if failed:
PF Motor
Rotary Scale
PF Encoder
3. Replace Printhead.

Corrective Action
1. Set paper in tray.
2. When paper has stopped midway
through route, turning power off and
back on will eject the paper. If paper is
not ejected, use the panel switch to
eject paper.
3. Clean LD Roller and Retard Roller.

4. Align phase of Clutch Gear, Paper

Back Cam and Paper Back Support
Lever inside ASF.

Ink low /
Ink out

1. 1. Little ink is left in ink

cartridge.
2. Ink consumption has
reached 100%.

1. Prepare a new ink cartridge for

installation.
2. Replace ink cartridge.

Ink
cartridge
error

1. Ink cartridge CSIC data

cannot be read or written.
2. CSIC Board or electrode
inside Carriage Unit
contacting the CSIC Board
has failed.
1. Ink cartridge not yet
installed, or out of place.
1. During paper feed, paper
remaining near PE Sensor
cannot be ejected.

C A U T IO N

When paper has become jammed, pull it out from the Stacker
side. At that time, if the paper will not come out easily, do not
pull on it with strong force. Doing so can dislodge the upper
guide.
When a paper jam has occurred at ASF, remove the paper a
little at a time rather than by a single motion. Strong force can
damage the mechanism.

1. Properly install ink cartridge.

Paper jam

3. Head Hot Error has been

generated.

1. Replace ink cartridge.

No Ink
cartridge

2. PF Motor does not move by

prescribed amount during
PF Motor operation.

1. Press the B/W or color copy button

and remove the paper. Or open the
printer cover and remove the paper by
hand.
2. Adjust platen gap properly.
(See " ADJUSTMENT", page 67)

2. Platen gap is not properly

adjusted.

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2. Replace Carriage Unit.

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Table 3-4. Printer Mechanism Repair

Problem

Corrective Action

LD Roller and Retard

Roller are worn

1. Check for adherence of micropearl or oils on

surfaces of LD Roller and Retard Roller.

1. Use a cleaning sheet to clean LD Roller and Retard Roller.

(1) Set cleaning sheet inverted inside the ASF Unit.
(2) Start paper feed with panel button.
(3) Repeat steps above several times.
* To remove oils from rollers, staple a cloth dampened with
alcohol to a postcard and follow the steps below.
(1) Set the surface of the alcohol dampened cloth in the tray
facing the LD Roller (or Retard Roller).
(2) Start paper feed while firmly holding upper edge of card
stock.
(3) Repeat the paper feed operation several times to clean the
surface of the LD Roller (or Retard Roller).
If these steps do not correct the problem, replace both the LD
Roller and Retard Roller.

1. Check that the Paper Back Cam, Clutch Gear

and Paper Back Support Lever at the right
side of the ASF Unit are not out of phase.
2. Check that Compression Spring 2.9 has not
disconnected from the Hopper.

1. Align phase of Paper Back Cam, Clutch Gear and Paper Back
Support Lever.

1. Check that the PE Sensor connector has not

disconnected from sensor or Main Board.
2. Check that Torsion Spring 0.28 is properly
connected to PE Lever.
3. Check for damaged PE Sensor.

1. Connect the PE Sensor connector to sensor and Main Board

CN4.
2. Connect Torsion Spring 0.28 and PE Lever properly.

1. Check that Extension Spring 2.25 pulling on

the Retard Roller has not become
disconnected.
2. Check for disconnected Retard Roller.

1. Connect Extension Spring 2.25 properly.

Change Lever not

operating properly

1. Check that Extension Spring 1.47 pulling on

the Change Lever has not become
disconnected.

1. Connect Extension Spring 1.47 properly.

Paper Eject Roller not

operating properly

Paper does not feed

Check Point

ASF Unit operation is

abnormal

Paper feed abnormal

Condition

Cause

1. Check that Paper Eject Roller is rotating

properly.

1. Properly align teeth of gears driving the Paper Eject Roller.

PE Sensor/PE Lever not

operating properly

Several sheets of
paper are fed at the
same time

Paper eject abnormal

Paper jams during

eject

TROUBLESHOOTING

Retard Roller operation is

abnormal

Trouble Shooting related to Printer

2. Install Compression Spring 2.9 properly.

3. Replace PE Sensor.

2. Install Retard Roller properly.

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Table 3-4. Printer Mechanism Repair

Problem
Printer stops during
initialization or during
printing

Condition

Cause

Check Point

Corrective Action

Ink Out Error is

displayed

Ink has been cut off

1. Check for ink remaining in the ink cartridge.

1. Replace ink cartridge.

No Ink Cartridge
Error is displayed

Ink cartridge is not

installed

1. Check that the ink cartridge is completely

installed in the Carriage Unit.
2. Check that the ink cartridge is not floating up
out of place.
3. Check for broken hooks at front/back of ink
cartridge.

1. Install the ink cartridge completely.

2. Install the ink cartridge properly.
3. Replace ink cartridge.

Ink Cartridge Error is

displayed

Printer stops during

initialization

1. Check for disconnected CSIC Board.

2. Check for missing tip of CSIC Board.

1. Replace ink cartridge.

2. Replace ink cartridge.

Carriage operation is
abnormal during
printing

Carriage movement is not

smooth

1. Check for an obstacle in the Carriage route.

2. Check for smooth Carriage movement when
moved by hand.
3. Check Timing Belt tension.

1. Remove the obstacle.

2. Clean CR Guide Shaft. Lubricate parts.

Paper Eject Frame not

installed properly

1. Check that the hook securing the Paper Eject

Frame has not become disconnected.

1. Install Paper Eject Frame properly.

CR Motor not operating

properly

Carriage operation
abnormal

The ink cartridge is

damaged

1. Check for disconnected CR Motor

connector.
2. Check that CR Motor coil resistance is as
specified.

1. Connect CR Motor connector to Main Board CN14.

Printer Error is
displayed

3. Replace Compression Spring 26.46 of Driven Pulley Holder.

2. Replace CR Motor.

PF Motor not operating

properly

1. Check for disconnected PF Motor connector. 1. Connect PF Motor connector to Main Board CN13.
2. Check that PF Motor coil resistance is as
2. Replace PF Motor.
specified.

Linear Scale not

operating properly

1. Check that the Linear Scale is traveling

between the CR Encoder.
2. Check for dirt on Linear Scale.
3. Check for damaged Linear Scale.

1. Enable Linear Scale to pass between CR Encoder.

1. Check that Encoder FFC is connected to CR

Encoder Board.
2. Check for paper bits and dust attached to CR
Encoder.
3. Check for damaged Encoder FFC.
4. Check for damaged CR Encoder.

1. Connect Encoder FFC to CR Encoder Board.

CR Encoder not
operating properly

TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble Shooting related to Printer

2. Completely clean dirt from Linear Scale.

3. Replace Linear Scale.

2. Remove paper bits and dust attached to CR Encoder.

3. Replace Encoder FFC.
4. Replace Carriage Unit.

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Table 3-4. Printer Mechanism Repair

Problem
Printer stops during
initialization

Condition
Printer Error is
displayed

Cause

Check Point

Rotary Scale not

operating properly

Corrective Action

1. Check that the Rotary Scale is traveling

between the PF Encoder.
2. Check for dirt on Rotary Scale.
3. Check for damaged Rotary Scale.

1. Enable Rotary Scale to pass between PF Encoder.

1. Check that Encoder FFC is connected to PF

Encoder Board.
2. Check for paper bits and dust attached to PF
Encoder.
3. Check for damaged Encoder FFC.
4. Check for damaged PF Encoder.

1. Connect Encoder FFC to PF Encoder Board.

1. Check for disconnected Head FFC.

2. Check for damaged Head FFC.

1. Firmly connect Head FFC to Main Board CN8 and CN9 and to
Printhead.
2. Replace Head FFC.

Head Hot Error generated

1. Check that ink is emitted from all nozzles.

1. Replace Printhead.

Ink Cartridge not

operating properly

1. Install a new ink cartridge and test printing.

1. Replace ink cartridge.

Head FFC not connected

properly

1. Check that Head FFC is firmly connected to

Main Board CN8 and CN9.

1. Connect Head FFC firmly.

Cleaner Blade not

operating properly

1. Check for debris attached to Cleaner Blade.

1. Clean or replace the Cleaner Blade.

FFC internal component

connections have
deteriorated

1. Use a tester to check the Head FFC.

1. Replace Head FFC.

Printhead not operating

properly

1. Alternate cleaning and test printing several

times.

1. If condition does not improve after cleaning, replace

Printhead.

PF Encoder not operating

properly

Head FFC not operating

properly

Cannot print normally

Carriage moves
properly but printing
is not normal

TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble Shooting related to Printer

2. Completely clean dirt from Rotary Scale.

3. Replace Rotary Scale.

2. Remove paper bits and dust attached to PF Encoder.

3. Replace Encoder FFC.
4. Replace PF Encoder.

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Table 3-4. Printer Mechanism Repair

Problem
Printing is abnormal

Condition
Improper printing
occurs only with a
specific dot

Cause

Check Point

Corrective Action

1. Check for deformed or damaged capping

absorbent material.

1. Replace Ink System Unit.

1. Check for damaged Head FFC.

1. Replace Head FFC.

1. Alternate cleaning and nozzle check several

times.

1. If condition does not improve after cleaning, replace

Printhead.

Printhead surface is dirty

(dot is missing)

1. Alternate cleaning and nozzle check several

times.

1. Clean Printhead surface with a cotton swab.

1. Install a new ink cartridge and perform

nozzle check.

1. Replace ink cartridge.

Head FFC internal

component connections
have deteriorated

1. Use a tester to check the FFC.

1. Replace Head FFC.

Printhead not operating

properly

1. Repeat cleaning several times, then perform

nozzle check.

1. If condition does not improve after cleaning, replace

Printhead.

Head FFC is not

connected

1. Check that FFC is firmly connected to each

board and Carriage Unit.

1. Connect FFC firmly.

Printhead not operating

properly

TROUBLESHOOTING

Capping absorbent
material is touching
Printhead surface

Ink Cartridge not

operating properly

Vertical lines do not

stand up straight

1. Clean Printhead surface with a cotton swab.

Printhead not operating

properly

A black spot or dot is

printed

1. Alternate cleaning and test printing several

times.

Head FFC not operating

properly

Dot is sometimes
missing

Printhead surface is dirty

(dot is missing)

1. Check connection of Head FFC to Printhead. 1. If there is no problem with Head FFC to Printhead connection,
replace Printhead.

Bi-D is not adjusted

1. Check that Bi-D adjustment has been done

properly.

Trouble Shooting related to Printer

1. Perform Bi-D adjustment.

(See " ADJUSTMENT", page 67)

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Table 3-4. Printer Mechanism Repair

Problem

White line appears in

output data

Dirt has become attached

to CR Guide Shaft

1. Check for dirt attached to surface of CR

Guide Shaft.

1. Clean surface of CR Guide Shaft with soft dry cloth.

1. Check for dirt on PF Roller.

2. Check for damaged PF Roller.

1. Carefully clean surface of PF Roller with soft brush.

2. Replace PF Roller.

Ink Cartridge not

operating properly

1. Install a new ink cartridge and test printing.

1. Replace ink cartridge.

Carriage Slide not

moving properly

1. Check that sufficient grease remains on

carriage slide parts at back of main frame.

1. Clean main frame carriage slide parts then lubricate with

specified quantify of G-26. (See "MAINTENANCE", page 79)

Platen Gap not set

properly

1. Check that platen gap adjustment has been

done properly.

1. Adjust platen gap.

(See " ADJUSTMENT", page 67)

Gear is damaged

1. Check for abnormality in gears between

pump mechanism and ASF mechanism.

1. Replace damaged parts.

Dot jet direction is angled

due to dirt on Printhead
surface

1. Alternate cleaning and test printing several

times.
2. Check for debris on Cleaner Blade.

1. Clean with cotton swab.

Printhead not operating

properly

1. Repeat cleaning several times, then perform

test print.

1. Replace Printhead.

CR Guide Shaft not

operating properly

1. Check that CR Guide Shaft is firmly

installed in specified position.
2. Check for damage on surface of CR Guide
Shaft.

1. Reassemble CR Guide Shaft.

Pump tube is closed

1. Visually check tube.

1. Replace Ink System Unit

Cap is dirty or damaged.

1. Check for foreign object attached to Cap or

damaged Cap.

1. Remove foreign object in Cap with cotton swab. If Cap is

damaged, replace Ink System Unit.

Tube is disconnected
from Cap lower section

1. Visually check for disconnection of tube

from Cap lower section.

1. Connect tube properly.

Tube slide up not

functioning properly

Ink not absorbed or

waste ink abnormal

Cause

PF Roller not operating

properly

Printing is abnormal

Condition

1. Check for installation of 2 compression

springs on tube assembly.

1. Replace Ink System Unit

Ink is not flowing

from Printhead to Cap
or from Cap to Ink
Tube

TROUBLESHOOTING

Check Point

Trouble Shooting related to Printer

Corrective Action

2. Clean or replace Cleaner Blade.

2. Replace CR Guide Shaft.

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3.3 Trouble Shooting related to Scanner

Table 3-6. Trouble phenomenon and reference table

This section describes repair / service for Scanner mechanism. Trouble Shooting is
divided by unit level based on superficial phenomenon when trouble happens.
Referring to Table 3-6, find out each phenomenon and check according to referring list.
Table 3-5. Scanner part error for user level
Error

Cause

Corrective Action

Scanner unit
open

1. Scanner cover is open.

1. Close scanner unit.

Command
error

1. Undefined command
detected.

Scanner fatal
error

1. Power was turned on with 1. Cancel Carriage Lock and turn on power
Scanner Lock not
again.
cancelled.
2. Lamp has gone out.
2. Replace Scanner Carriage Unit.

1. Receive a defined command or turn on

power again.

Phenomenon

Reference
table

Trouble contents

Machine does not operate even

though power is on.

Machine does not initialize.

Table 3-7

"Fatal Error" is generated.

Because the declared error was
generated, recovery cannot
occur by turning on power
again.

Fluorescent lamp does not light.

Table 3-8

Carriage Unit operates but error is

displayed.

Table 3-9

Carriage Unit does not operate.

Table 3-10

Image is not scanned in

cleanly.

Image does not scan cleanly.

Table 3-11

"Communications Error" is
generated.
The declared error is generated
and "Communications Error"
is generated when
communication with the host
is attempted again.

USB interface error.

Table 3-12

Table 3-7. Scanner part does not operate initialization.

Cause
Connector is
removed.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble Shooting related to Scanner

Check Point
1. Check all connectors for
disconnection.
2. Check Main Board for
damage.

Resolution method
1. Connect any disconnected
connectors.
2. Replace Main Board.

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Table 3-8. Fluorescent Lamp Does Not Light

Cause

Check Point

Scanner FFC is
disconnected.

1. Check for disconnection of

FFC from Scanner Carriage
or Main Board CN1.

Cause

Check Point

Resolution method

1. Connect FFC to Scanner Carriage and

Main Board CN1.

Scanner Motor
connector is
disconnected.

1. Check for disconnection of

Scanner Motor connector
from Main Board CN10.

Carriage transfer
mechanism not
operating
properly.

1. Check that grease is properly 1. Apply grease to specified areas. (See

applied.
"MAINTENANCE", page 78)

Scanner Motor
not operating
properly.

1. Disconnect Scanner Motor

1. Replace Scanner Motor.
connector CN10 and use a
tester to check coil resistance
between motor Pins 1-2 or
between Pins 3-4.
(See Table 3-13, page 31)

Main Board has

failed.

1. Check Main Board for

damage.

---

Fluorescent Lamp
is not firmly
connected to
connector on
Inverter Board.

1. Replace Scanner Carriage.

---

1. Check whether lamp will

light.

Inverter Board
has failed.
Main Board has
failed.

Resolution method

1. Replace Scanner Carriage.

CCD Module
connector is
disconnected.

Lamp has failed.

Table 3-10. Carriage Unit Does Not Operate

--1. Check Main Board for

damage.

1. Replace Scanner Carriage.

1. Replace Scanner Carriage.
1. Replace Main Board.

Check Point

Resolution method

1. Check that Carriage Unit

1. Check Carriage transfer mechanism.
moves smoothly with
Replace appropriate parts or
Scanner Motor disconnected.
disassemble and reassemble.

1. Replace Main Board.

Table 3-11. Image Does Not Scan Cleanly

Table 3-9. Carriage Unit Operates But Error Is Displayed

Cause

1. Connect Scanner Motor connector to

Main Board CN10.

Cause

Check Point

Scanner HP
1. Check for failure of Scanner 1. Replace Scanner HP Sensor.
Sensor has failed.
HP Sensor.

Originals glass is
dirty.

Main Board has

failed.

Mirror in
Carriage Unit is
dirty.

---

CCD Module has

failed.

---

Resolution method

1. Check Main Board for

damage.

1. Replace Main Board.

Main Board has

failed.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble Shooting related to Scanner

1. Check for dirt or smudges on 1. Clean originals glass. (See

originals glass.
"MAINTENANCE", page 77)
1. Replace Scanner Carriage Unit.

1. Check Main Board for

damage.

1. Replace Scanner Carriage Unit.

1. Replace Main Board.

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3.4 Motor and Sensor trouble Shooting

Table 3-12. USB Interface Error

Cause

Check Point

Host PC does not 1. Is "Universal Serial Bus

officially support
Controller" activated in
Windows 98.
Windows "My Computer"
"Properties"
"Device Manager"?
Printer driver is
not installed
properly.

Resolution method

Table 3-13. Motor resistance and check point

1. Replace host.
Type

Motor name

Location

Resistance

USB Cable has

failed.

1. Does USB cable operate

properly after being
replaced?

1. Replace USB cable.

Main Board has

failed.

1. Check for damaged Main

Board.

Scanner

CN13 (Main board)

Pins 1 & 2

27.1 10%

PF motor

Printer

1. Is driver mistakenly installed 1. Delete the driver and reinstall

in "Other Devices" in
according to operation manual
Windows "My Computer"
instructions.
"Properties"
"Device Manager"?

CN14 (Main board)

Pins 1 & 2

22.3 25%

Scanner
motor

CN10 (Main board)

Pins 1 & 2
Pins 3 & 4

26 7%

CR motor

Table 3-14. Sensor Check

1. Replace Main Board.

Type
Printer

Sensor name
PE sensor

Location

Scanner
carriage HP
sensor

Motor and Sensor trouble Shooting

CN4 Pins 1 & 2

Pins 1 & 3

Signal level

Sensor status

CN2 Pins 1 & 3

Pins 2 & 3

Off :less than

0.7V

Paper out

On :2.4V and
over
Scanner

TROUBLESHOOTING

Check Point

Paper in

Off :less than

0.7V

Outside HP range

On :2.4V and
over

Within HP range

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4.1.1 Precautions

4.1 Overview
This chapter explains steps used for disassembly/assembly of the printer. For steps that
are not described here, it is possible to assemble the disassembled unit and components
by reversing the disassembly steps.

Before engaging in disassembly/assembly of the printer, be sure to read the following

"Warnings" and "Cautions."
W A R N IN G

Before engaging in disassembly/assembly of the printer, be sure

to unplug the power cable. However, if application of power
cannot be avoided because operations such as voltage
measurements are needed, follow the steps described in this
manual while exercising caution to avoid electric shock.
Wear protective goggles to guard eyes from ink. If ink does get
into the eyes, wash eyes with clean water and get a medical
examination.
To prevent injury accidents, wear gloves while performing
disassembly/assembly.
If ink gets onto the skin, wash with soap and water. If the skin
becomes inflamed, get a medical examination.
To protect the microprocessor and circuits, use a static
electricity discharge device such as a wrist strap when touching
internal components, and perform operations carefully.
To prevent powder combustion explosion and fire of consumable
material components, absolutely do not bring them near flames
or throw them into a fire.
If developing fluid or oil adheres to skin or clothing, after
removing as much substance as possible with a dry cloth, wash
with water.
When assembling, be sure to confirm that the ink tube is
properly set in position. If it is not properly set, it could result in
an ink leak.

W A R N IN G

Avant de commencer, assurez vous que limprimante soit eteinte

et que le cordon dalimentation soit debranche.
Veillez a jeter les piles usagees selon le reglement local.

C A U T IO N

Only use recommended tools for disassembly, assembly and

adjustment.
Maintain specified torque when tightening screws.
Use specified lubricating oil and adhesives.
When disassembling the printer, perform specified adjustments.

Warning
Explanations of conditions that could result in injury or death if caution is neglected
are presented after the "WARNING" symbol.
Caution
Explanations of cautionary items that need attention prior to a disassembly/assembly
step are presented after the "CAUTION" symbol.
Check point
Hints related to disassembly steps are presented after the "CHECK POINT"
symbol.
Reassembly
When reassembly steps differ from simply reversing disassembly steps, those steps
are presented after the "REASSEMBLY" symbol.
Adjustment
When an adjustment is required following disassembly/assembly, that information is
presented after the "ADJUSTMENT" symbol.
See the Disassembly/Assembly Chart in the Appendix when it is necessary to
disassemble units and components not covered in this chapter.
Be sure to read the following cautions before starting.

DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

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4.1.2 Specified Tools

4.1.3 Service Dispatch Standard

To avoid damaging the printer, use only specified tools.

If the printer is to be returned to the user when printer repairs are complete, perform a
final check by following the checklist in Table 4-2.

Table 4-1. Specified Tools

Name

Supplier

Table 4-2. Check List

Parts No.

Phillips Screw Driver (No.1)

EPSON

1080530

Classification

Phillips Screw Driver (No.2)

EPSON

1080532

Printer unit

Tweezers

EPSON

1080561

Acetate Tape

EPSON

1003963

Box Driver (5.5mm diagonal)

EPSON

1080584

M3 Wrench (5.5mm)

EPSON

Round-nosed pliers

EPSON

Tension gauge (2000cN)

EPSON

1213123

Sonic Tension Meter

EPSON

1231678

Part

Check item

Check column

Self test

Operation is normal?

OK /

NG

On line test

Print is normally done?

OK /

NG

Printhead (nozzle
check pattern print)

Ink gets out normally from all the

nozzles?

OK /

NG

CR mechanism

CR smoothly operates?

OK /

NG

CR makes abnormal sound during

its operation?

OK /

NG

Paper is smoothly loaded?

OK /

NG

Paper jam does not happen?

OK /

NG

Paper does not warp during paper

loading?

OK /

NG

Multiple papers are not fed?

OK /

NG

Abnormal sound is not heard during

paper loading?

OK /

NG

There is no alien substance at paper

route?

OK /

NG

Glass surface is not dirty?

OK /

NG

Alien substance is not mixed in the

CR movement area?

OK /

NG

CR smoothly operates?

OK /

NG

CR operates together with scanner

unit?

OK /

NG

CR makes abnormal sound during

its operation?

OK /

NG

Lamp normally turns on and white

reflection test is done near home
position?

OK /

NG

Paper loading
mechanism

Scanner unit

Mechanism

CR mechanism

Lamp

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Table 4-2. Check List

Classification

Part

Check item

Check column

On line test

On line test

Operation is normal?

OK /

NG

Copy

Copy

Local copy is normal?

OK /

NG

Adjustment

Designated
adjustment items

Adjustment condition is suitable?

OK /

NG

Lubrication

Designated
lubrication items

Lubrication is done at designated

place?

OK /

NG

Lubrication volume is suitable?

OK /

The following describes steps for separating the Scanner Unit and Printer Unit of the
machine. The flowchart below shows disassembly steps.

NG

Function

Firmware version

The newest version

OK /

NG

Dispatch
packing

Ink cartridge

Ink cartridge is normally installed?

OK /

NG

Waste Ink Pads

Remained life of waste ink pads are

sufficient?

OK /

NG

Protection during
distribution

Printer CR is in the cap position?

OK /

NG

Scanner CR is locked?

OK /

NG

All of attached goods from users are

packed?

OK /

NG

Scanner Unit Removal

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Others

Attached goods

Scanner Unit Disassembly

page 37

Printer Unit Disassembly

page 45

Figure 4-1. Flowchart 1

4.2.1 Scanner Unit Removal

1.

Remove 1 screw (C.B.P 3x8) securing the FFC cover.

C.B.P 3x8
Middle Housing
2
1

FFC Cover

<Left Rear Side>

Figure 4-2. Scanner Unit Removal 1

NOTE: Screw tightening torque : 0.59 +/- 0.1 Nm
2.

DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

Disassembly

Follow the order shown in Figure 4-2 to remove the FFC Cover from the Middle
Housing.

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3.

Revision A

Pulling of the tab of Pressing Plate,FFC from the pin of main PCB shield cover,
remove the plate.

NOTE: Screw tightening torque : 0.49 +/- 0.1 Nm

5.
6.

Tab

Remove 4 cables from the C496 Main Board.

Remove 2 screws (C.B.P. 3x8) securing the Scanner Unit.

Pressing plate,FFC
Handle

C.B.P 3x8
2

Scanner Unit
pin

Handle
C.B.P 3x8

Figure 4-3. Pressing Plate,FFC

Figure 4-5. Scanner Unit Removal 3
4.

Removing one screw (C.B.S. 3x6) fixing the grounding cable, and remove the
cable.

NOTE: Screw tightening torque : 0.61 +/- 0.1 Nm

7.

Cables

Grasp the machine by the left and right handles, then follow the order shown in
Figure 4-5 to remove the scanner Unit from the Printer Unit.

C A U T IO N

When installing the Scanner Unit, be careful not to damage the

cable when placing it onto the Printer Unit.

C.B.S 3x6

Figure 4-4. Scanner Unit Removal 2

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When installing the Scanner Unit onto the Printer Unit, insert the
wide FFC into B of the Ferrite Core as shown in Figure 4-6.
Wide FFC

4.3 Scanner Unit Disassembly

This section describes disassembly steps for the Scanner Unit. The Scanner Unit
Disassembly Step Flowchart is shown below.

Ferrite Core
Hinge Removal
page 38
B

<Left Rear Side>

Figure 4-6. FFC Installation

Upper Housing
Removal
page 39
Scanner Motor
Removal
page 40

Scanner Carriage Unit

Removal
page 41

Scanner HP Sensor
Removal
page 42

Panel Board Removal

page 43

Figure 4-7. Flowchart 2

C A U T IO N

DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

Scanner Unit Disassembly

Perform disassembly/assembly of the Scanner Unit in a place free

from debris and dust. If possible, performance of operations in a
clean room or on a clean bench is preferred.

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4.3.1 Hinge Removal

C A U T IO N

1.

Remove the Scanner Unit. (See Section 4.2.1)

2.

When removing the Hinge, do not spread marks or dirt on the

surface of the originals cover. (See Figure 4-8)

Follow the order shown in Figure 4-8 to remove the Originals Cover from the
Scanner Unit.
2
1

NOTE: C.F.P. 3x8 screw tightening torque : 0.61 +/- 0.1 Nm

Originals Surface

Originals Cover
Carriage Lock
Scanner Unit

Figure 4-8. Hinge Removal 1

3.

Release the Carriage Lock.

4.

Remove 4 screws (C.B.P 3x8: 2, C.F.P 3x8: 2) securing the Hinge, then remove
the Hinge from the Scanner Unit.
<Scanner Upper Surface Rear Side>

C.F.P 3x8
Hinge

Hinge
C.B.P 3x8

<Scanner Bottom Surface Rear Side>

Figure 4-9. Hinge Removal 2

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4.3.2 Upper Housing Removal

5.

1.

Remove Hinge. (See Section 4.3.1)

2.

Remove the panel FFC from the Panel Board, then remove the Upper Housing.

Remove 3 screws (TBD) securing the Upper Housing.

Panel FFC

Connector
TBD3

Panel Board

<Scanner Front Surface Inner Side>

Figure 4-12. Upper Housing Removal 3

Upper Housing

Figure 4-10. Upper Housing Removal 1

C A U T IO N

3.

Follow the order shown in Figure 4-11 and use a common screwdriver to release
hooks securing the Upper Housing and Lower Housing in 2 places.

4.

When removing the Upper Housing, perform the operation in a

clean environment so that debris and dust will not fall inside the
scanner. Use of a clean bench is preferred.

Lift the Lower Housing from the hook locations.

Hooks
Upper Housing

Lower Housing

Figure 4-11. Upper Housing Removal 2

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4.3.3 Scanner Motor Removal

5.

Remove 3 screws (TBD) securing the Scanner Motor.

1.

Remove the Upper Housing. (See Section 4.3.2)

6.

Lift the Scanner Motor, remove the Timing Belt from the Transmission Gear, and
then remove the Scanner Motor.

2.

Peel off the acetate tape and release the Scanner Motor Cable.

3.

Pull the Scanner Motor Cable in the direction of arrow A from the slot in the
Lower Housing, then release it from the channel.

Scanner Motor
Transmission Gear

Carriage Unit

Scanner Motor
Cable

Acetate Tape

<Scanner Right Rear Side>

Channel

Slot
Timing Belt

TBD3
A

Figure 4-15. Scanner Motor Removal 3

Channel
<Scanner Left Rear Side>

Figure 4-13. Scanner Motor Removal 1

4.

C A U T IO N

Push in the Driven Pulley Securing Plate with a common screwdriver, loosen the
tension of the Timing Belt, and then remove the Timing Belt from the Driven
Pulley.

When installing the Scanner Motor, install it so that the Scanner

Motor Cable does not lay along the channel of the Lower Housing,
because movement of the Carriage Unit could cause the Scanner
Motor Cable to become entwined.

Driven Pulley

Following Pulley Securing Plate

Timing Belt
<Scanner Left Rear Side>

Figure 4-14. Scanner Motor Removal 2

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4.3.4 Scanner Carriage Unit Removal

C A U T IO N

1.

Remove the Upper Housing. (See Section 4.3.2)

2.

When installing the Scanner Guide Shaft, be careful not to

damage the Scanner Guide Shaft and the gear on the rear side of
the Scanner Motor. (See Figure 4-15)

Remove the Timing Belt from the securing point on the Scanner Carriage Unit.

4.

Remove the Ferrite Core from the FFC in the direction of arrow A.

5.

Securing point

Scanner Carriage Unit

Shift the Scanner Carriage Unit in the direction of arrow B, then push the FFC into
the interior of the Lower Housing.

Timing Belt

<Scanner Left Rear Side>

Ferrite Core

Figure 4-16. Scanner Carriage Unit Removal 1

3.

Scanner Carriage Unit

Follow the order shown in Figure 4-17 to remove the Scanner Guide Shaft from
the Lower Housing and Scanner Carriage Unit.

FFC

Figure 4-18. Scanner Carriage Unit Removal 3

Scanner Guide Shaft

Figure 4-17. Scanner Carriage Unit Removal 2

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6.

Revision A

While peeling from the Lower Housing the double-sided tape in 3 places on the
backside of the FFC, release the FFC from hooks in 6 places and remove the
Scanner Carriage Unit.

4.3.5 Scanner HP Sensor Removal

Peel off acetate tape and release Scanner HP Sensor Cable.

3.
Double-Sided Tape

Remove the Upper Housing. (See Section 4.3.2)

2.
Hooks

1.

Peel the Cable Sheet from Lower Housing in the direction of arrow A.

Hooks
Double-Sided Tape

C A U T IO N

The Cable Sheet can easily break, so be careful when peeling it off.

Hook
A

Cable Sheet

Double-Sided Tape

Figure 4-19. Scanner Carriage Unit Removal 4

A

C A U T IO N

When removing or installing the Scanner Carriage, be careful not

to damage the FFC.
Scanner HP Sensor Cable
Acetate Tape
<Scanner Left Rear Side>

Figure 4-20. Scanner HP Sensor 1

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4.

Remove 1 screw (TBD) securing the Scanner HP Sensor.

4.3.6 Panel Board Removal

5.

Release the Scanner HP Sensor from hooks at 2 places, then remove it from the
Lower Housing.

1.

Remove the Upper Housing. (See Section 4.3.2)

2.

Remove 7 screws (TBD) securing the Panel Board, then remove the Panel Board.

Scanner HP Sensor
<Upper Housing Rear Side>
TBD

Panel Board

Hooks

<Scanner Left Rear Side>

TBD7

Figure 4-21. Scanner HP Sensor Removal 2

Figure 4-23. Panel Board Removal 1

3.

Remove 3 Rubber Switches.

When installing the Scanner HP Sensor, secure the cable with

hooks at 2 places and install the cable along the channel.
When attaching the Cable Sheet, do not allow non-adhered spots
or bulges.

Rubber Switches

Channel
Cable
Hooks
Liquid Crystal Panel Cover

Figure 4-24. Panel Board Removal 2

Figure 4-22. Scanner HP Sensor Installation

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C A U T IO N

Revision A

When removing the Panel Board, be careful not to allow debris

or dust to get between the Liquid Crystal Panel and the Liquid
Crystal Panel Cover.
(See Figure 4-24 concerning Liquid Crystal Panel Cover)

Panel Board

Switch Contact Points

Liquid Crystal Panel

Switch Contact Points

Switch Contact Points

Figure 4-25. Panel Board Handling

To avoid degrading conductivity of switch contact points, do not
touch Panel Board switch contact points with bare hands.
(See Figure 4-25)

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4.4 Printer Unit Disassembly

This section describes disassembly steps for the Printer Unit. The Printer Unit Disassembly Step Flowchart is shown below.
Middle Housing
Removal
page 46

C496 Main Board

Removal
page 47

Printhead Removal
page 49

CR Motor Removal
page 62

PF Encoder & PF
Encoder Base Removal
page 58

Printer Mechanism
Removal
page 51

Paper Eject Frame Unit

Removal
page 63

Linear Scale
Removal
page 59

CR Guide Shaft/
Carriage Unit Removal
page 60

Waste Ink Pads/Lower

Housing Removal
page 52

C496 PSB/PSE
Board Removal
page 53

Ink System Unit

Removal
page 61

PF Motor Removal
page 63

ASF Unit Disassembly

page 55

EJ Roller Unit Removal

page 64

ASF Unit Removal

page 54

PE Sensor/PE Sensor
Holder/PE Lever
Removal page 57

Front Paper Guide

Removal
page 64

ASF Unit Removal

page 54

PE Sensor/PE Sensor
Holder/PE Lever
Removal page 57

Upper Paper Guide

Removal
page 65

C496 PSB/PSE
Board Removal
page 53
* Use the flowchart to determine the shortest procedure for the unit to be replaced, then disassemble
the printer by following that procedure. The step for the unit or discrete part within the broken line
is not the shortest removal step but is the step necessary for removing the next unit or discrete part.

Rear Paper Guide

Removal
page 65

PF Encoder & PF
Encoder Base Removal
page 58

PF Roller Unit
Removal
page 66

Figure 4-26. Flowchart 3

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4.4.1 Middle Housing Removal

5.

1.

Remove the Scanner Unit. (See Section 4.2.1)

2.

Open Stacker.

3.

Remove 4 screws (C.B.P 3x10) securing the Middle Housing.

Remove 3 screws (C.B.P 3x10) securing Front Housing.

C.B.P 3x10

4
C.B.P 3x10

Middle Housing
3

1
Front Housing
3
Lower Housing

Figure 4-29. Middle Housing Removal 1

Stacker
Middle Housing

NOTE: Screw tightening torque : 0.59 +/- 0.1 Nm

Figure 4-27. Front Housing Removal 1

When installing the Front Housing, the screws should be

installed in the order shown in Figure 4-27.
When installing the Middle Housing, the screws should be
installed in the order shown in Figure 4-29.

NOTE: Screw tightening torque : 0.59 +/- 0.1 Nm

4.

Follow the order shown in Figure 4-28 to release hooks at 4 places and remove the
Front Housing from the Middle Housing.
6.

Lift the Middle Housing straight upwards and remove it from the Lower Housing.

2
1

Hook

Hook

Hooks

Figure 4-28. Front Housing Removal 2

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4.4.2 C496 Main Board Removal

When installing the Middle Housing, align the positions of the
Cover Open Lever and Light Conduction Tube in 3 places at the
Middle Housing rear side. If the position happens to slip during
installation, the hooks of the Light Conduction Tube that secure
the Cover Open Lever could become overloaded and be damaged.
Use care with installation.
Alignment Position
Hooks

1.

Remove Middle Housing. (See Section 4.4.1)

2.

Remove all cables from C496 Main Board, then peel acetate tape from C496 Main
Board at 1 place.

3.

Remove 1 screw (C.B.P 3x6) securing the Light Conduction Tube, then remove
the Light Conduction Tube along with the Cover Open Lever.

Alignment Positions

Light Conduction Tube

Cover Open Lever

C.B.P 3x6 (61kgf.cm)

Cover Open Lever

Light Conduction Tube

Cables
C496 Main Board
Acetate Tape

Figure 4-30. Middle Housing Installation

Figure 4-31. C496 Main Board Removal 1

NOTE: C.B.P 3x6 screw tightening torque : 0.59 +/- 0.1 Nm

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4.
5.

Revision A

Remove 3 screws (C.B.P 3x8, C.B.S 3x6, C.B.S 3x8) securing the C496 Main
Board.

W A R N IN G

Follow the order shown in Figure 4-32 to remove the C496 Main Board from the
Printer Mechanism.

The CN5 cable on the C496 Main Board has a specified

installation direction. The pin connected to the blue line of the
cable should be inserted into the Pin 1 side of the connector.

NOTE: C.B.S 3x6 screw tightening torque : 0.39 +/- 0.1 Nm

Blue Line

NOTE: C.B.P 3x8 screw tightening torque : 0.59 +/- 0.1 Nm

NOTE: C.B.S 3x8 screw tightening torque : 0.78 +/- 0.1 Nm
C.B.S 3x6

CN5

2
C.B.S 3x8

Pin 1 Side

Figure 4-33. CN5 Connection Direction

When C496 Main Board has been replaced by a service part, the
installation screw holes do not have threads, as shown below.
When installing C496 Main Board to the Printer Mechanism,
metal chips that are formed in the process can become a source
for shorting the printer. For this reason, use a brush to clean 2
places in the order shown below and remove the metal chips.
(Removal of Printer Mechanism from Lower Housing.
See Section 4.4.4)

C.B.P 3x8

Figure 4-32. Main Board Removal 2

Screw Installation Holes

1

2
C496 Main Board

Figure 4-34. Metal Chips Removal

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A D J U S T M E N T
R E Q U IR E D

Revision A

4.4.3 Printhead Removal

When replacing the C496 Main Board, also perform the following
part replacements and adjustments.
Part Replacements: Waste Ink Pads
Adjustments:
Firmware Upload
EEPROM initialization
Head ID input
Bi-D adjustment
PF adjustment
USB ID input
Top Margin Adjustment
CR motor drive dispersion measurement sequence

1.

Remove Middle Housing. (See Section 4.4.1)

2.

Use a pair of tweezers to push and lift one side of the Spring Cartridge at a time
from the 2 slots of the Carriage Unit, then remove the Spring Cartridge from the
Carriage Unit.

Spring Cartridge
Carriage Unit

When EEPROM content can be read out from the Main Board,
use the following procedure to back up just the adjustment values.
By writing the data to the Main Board after replacement, repair
time can be shortened.
Backup Operation
See Chapter 5 "Adjustment" for details.

Slots

<Right Front Side>

Figure 4-35. Printhead Removal 1

3.

Remove 2 screws (C.B.P (P4) 3x10) holding the Fastener Head, then remove the
Fastener Head in the direction of arrow A.

Fastener Head

C.B.P (P4) 3x8

<Right Front Side>

Figure 4-36. Printhead Removal 2

NOTE: Screw tightening torque : 0.59 +/- 0.1 Nm

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4.

Push Carriage Lock Lever forward, then shift Carriage Unit to the left side.

5.

7.

Remove 2 FFCs from the Printhead.

Follow the order shown in Figure 4-37 below to release 4 hooks, then remove
Cable Head Holder from Carriage Unit in upward direction.

Sponge
Printhead

Cable Head Holder

FFCs

1
3

Figure 4-39. Printhead Removal 5

Carriage Lock Lever

C A U T IO N

Figure 4-37. Printhead Removal 3

6.

While avoiding 2 hooks, follow the order shown in Figure 4-38 to remove the
Printhead from the Carriage Unit.
Hook

Hook
2

A D J U S T M E N T
R E Q U IR E D

Printhead

When removing or replacing the Printhead, perform the following

adjustments.
When Printhead is removed:
Head Cleaning
Head Angle Adjustment
When Printhead is replaced:
Ink charge
Head ID input
Head Angle Adjustment
Bi-D adjustment
PF adjustment
See Chapter 5 "Adjustment" for details.

Figure 4-38. Printhead Removal 4

DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

When the FFC has been replaced, be sure to attach sponge as

shown in Figure 4-39. Because double-sided tape is attached to
FFC service parts, simply installing sponge is sufficient.

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4.4.4 Printer Mechanism Removal

1.

Remove C496 Main Board. (See Section 4.4.2)

2.

Remove 4 screws (C.B.P 4x12 : 3, C.B.P 4x12 : 1) holding Printer Mechanism.

Power Cable Cover

C.B.P 4x12

C.B.P 3x8
2
C.B.P 3x8
1

Printer Mechanism

Figure 4-42. Printer Mechanism Removal 2

NOTE: Screw tightening torque : 0.59 +/- 0.1 Nm
5.

C.B.P 4x12

While pressing inward both edges of Ink Tube Retainer, remove the Ink Tube in
direction of arrow A and release it from hook 1.

6.

Figure 4-40. Printer Mechanism Removal 1

While releasing hook 2 in the direction of arrow B, lift the Printer Mechanism and
remove it from the Lower Housing.

Hook 2

Retainer

Figure 4-41. Printer Mechanism Removal 1-2

Lower Housing

NOTE: Screw tightening torque : 0.61 +/- 0.1 Nm

Hook 1

3.

Remove 2 screws (C.B.P 3x8) securing the Power Cable Cover.

4.

Follow the order shown in Figure 4-42 to remove the Power Cable Cover from the
Lower Housing.

Ink tube

DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

Printer Unit Disassembly

Figure 4-43. Printer Mechanism Removal 3

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W A R N IN G

Revision A

4.4.5 Waste Ink Pads/Lower Housing Removal

Make sure the tip of the waste ink tube is located at correct
position when reassembling the waste ink tube. Otherwise it will
cause ink leakage.

1.

Remove Printer Mechanism. (See Section 4.4.4)

2.

Remove Waste Ink Pads from Lower Housing.

Waste Ink Pads

A D J U S T M E N T
R E Q U IR E D

After replacing the Printer Mechanism, perform the following

adjustment.
PG adjustment
See Chapter 5 "Adjustment" for details.

Lower Housing

Figure 4-44. Waste Ink Pads/Lower Housing Removal

W A R N IN G

Install the Discharge Ink Tube by passing it through Waste Ink

Pad H and along the channel in the Lower Housing as shown in
Figure 4-45. Ink may leak if the Discharge Ink Tube is not
installed in the specified position.

Discharge Ink Tube

Waste Ink Pad H

channel

Figure 4-45. Discharge Ink Tube Route

DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

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A D J U S T M E N T
R E Q U IR E D

Revision A

4.4.6 C496 PSB/PSE Board Removal

After replacing the Waste Ink Pads, perform the following
adjustment.
Protection Counter Clear
See Chapter 5 "Adjustment" for details.

1.

Remove Printer Mechanism. (See Section 4.4.4)

2.

Remove 2 screws (C.B.S 3x6) securing the C496 PSB/PSE Board, then remove
the C496 PSB/PSE Board from the Printer Mechanism.
C.B.S 3x6

C496 PSB/PSE Board

Figure 4-46. C496 PSB/PSE Board Removal

NOTE: Screw tightening torque : 0.78 +/- 0.1 Nm
A D J U S T M E N T
R E Q U IR E D

DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

Printer Unit Disassembly

After replacing the C496 PSB/PSE Board, perform the following

adjustment.
CR motor drive dispersion measurement sequence
See Chapter 5 "Adjustment" for details.

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4.4.7 ASF Unit Removal

1.

Remove Printer Mechanism. (See Section 4.4.4)

2.

Unfasten CN4 cable from the wrapped location, then remove the CN4 cable by
pulling it through the slot in the ASF Unit.

3.

Remove 2 screws (C.B.S (P4) 3x8) holding the ASF Unit.

C.B.S 3x6
LD Roller Cover

C.B.S (P4) 3x8

A
<Center Rear Side>

Figure 4-48. ASF Unit Removal 2

CN4

NOTE: Screw tightening torque : 0.78 +/- 0.1 Nm

ASF Unit

Wrapped Location

5.
Slot

Release the union location between Pump Frame and ASF Unit.

C A U T IO N

Figure 4-47. ASF Unit Removal 1

Be careful because pulling strongly on Pump Frame can cause it to

break.

NOTE: Screw tightening torque : 0.78 +/- 0.1 Nm

4.

Remove 1 screw (C.B.S 3x6) holding the LD Roller Cover and then shift LD
Roller Cover in direction of arrow A.

Push Head Cable Cover with pair of tweezers, shift it to the right and temporarily
release its hold.

7.

DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

6.

Allow ASF Unit to rotate in direction of arrow A, the remove ASF Unit together
with LD Roller Cover from Printer Mechanism.

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4.4.8 ASF Unit Disassembly

1.

Remove ASF Unit. (See Section 4.4.7)

2.

After releasing the hook holding the Paper Back Cam, let the control of Torsion
Spring move in the direction of arrow A, then remove the Paper Back Cam from
the ASF Unit.

3.

Follow the order shown in Figure 4-50 to remove the following from the ASF
Unit: (1) Clutch Gear and Clutch. (2) Extension Spring 1.47. (3) Change Lever. (4)
Combination Gear Ratchet 65.6.

Head Cable Cover

Pump Frame

If Clutch Gear and Clutch are not removed with a pair of

tweezers as described in Step 3, it is possible that the Extension
Spring 0.143 inside could be lost.
When removing Extension Spring 1.47, be careful not to lose it.

C A U T IO N
Union Location

Figure 4-49. ASF Unit Removal 3

3

When installing ASF Unit, be sure to install it while PSB/PSE

Board is not installed. If this procedure is ignored, the Pump
Frame may interfere with the ASF Unit and result in damage.

Change lever
A

Paper back cam

Torsion
Spring
Hook

Extension spring 1.47

Clutch Gear + Clutch

Hooks

Combination gear ratchet 65.6

Figure 4-50. ASF Unit Disassembly 1

4.

Release Extension Spring 1.67 from hooks on ASF Frame and ASF Trigger Lever,
then remove spring.

C A U T IO N

DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

Printer Unit Disassembly

When removing Extension Spring 1.67, be careful not to lose it.

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5.

Revision A

Follow the order shown in Figure 4-51 to remove ASF Trigger Lever from ASF
Frame.

7.

Allow the Compression Spring 2.9 to rotate to the left from the ASF Frame, then
remove it.

8.

While spreading the left side surface of the ASF Frame toward the outside, follow
the order shown in Figure 4-53 to remove LD Roller Shaft.

ASF Frame
Extension spring 1.67

ASF Frame

1'

Compression spring 2.9

2'

LD Roller Shaft
Hooks

ASF Trigger Lever

Figure 4-51. ASF Unit Disassembly 2

3

6.

Follow the order shown in Figure 4-52 and use a common screwdriver to release
the Hopper (left side) from where it is secured to the ASF Frame, then remove the
Hopper from the ASF Frame.
Hook

Hopper

Figure 4-53. ASF Unit Disassembly 4

9.

Release Extension Spring 2.25 from hooks on ASF Frame and Retard Roller
Holder, then remove spring.

10. Pull the protrusion of the Retard Roller Holder fastened to the ASF Frame away
from the ASF Frame in the direction of the arrow for one side and then the other.
Then remove Retard Roller along with Retard Roller Holder.

1
3

Hook
Retard Roller Holder

Extension spring 2.25

Figure 4-52. ASF Unit Disassembly 3

Hook
<ASF Frame Bottom Surface>

Figure 4-54. ASF Unit Disassembly 5

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4.4.9 PE Sensor/PE Sensor Holder/PE Lever Removal

ASF Unit Assembly Points
1. Set Clutch Spring (when assembling Clutch and Clutch Gear)
2. Position Paper Back Support Lever (when setting the Paper
Back Cam to LD Roller Shaft at first step)
3. Align phase (when inserting Paper Back Cam into LD Roller
Shaft at last step)
1

1.

Remove ASF Unit. (See Section 4.4.7)

2.

Disconnect connector from PE Sensor.

3.

While lifting PE Sensor Holder upwards, use a suitable tool to release 4 hooks
holding the PE Sensor Holder starting from the upper direction of the printer by
following the order shown in Figure 4-56. Then remove the PE Sensor and PE
Lever along with the PE Sensor Holder.

Correct State
3

Clutch Gear

Hooks

Clutch

Connector
Hooks

PE Sensor
Hook

PE Sensor Holder
Hook

Paper Back Support Lever

3

Paper Back
Cam

2'

PE Lever

<Front Side>

<Rear Side>

Figure 4-56. PE Sensor/PE Sensor Holder/PE Lever Removal 1

Wrong State

4.
Clutch Gear

Release 3 hooks fastening the PE Sensor to the PE Sensor Holder, then remove PE
Sensor from the PE Sensor Holder.

5.

Follow the order shown in Figure 4-57 to remove the PE Lever along with the
Torsion Spring 0.28.
Hooks

Figure 4-55. Assembly Points

PE Sensor
Torsion Spring 0.28
2
1
PE Lever

Figure 4-57. PE Sensor/PE Sensor Holder/PE Lever Removal 2

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4.4.10 PF Encoder & PF Encoder Base Removal

Condition of PE Lever and Torsion Spring 0.28 after installation.

Remove Middle Housing. (See Section 4.4.1)

2.

Disconnect FFC from connector on PF Encoder Board.

3.

Torsion Spring 0.28

1.

Release 4 hooks holding PF Encoder Base, then remove PF Encoder Base along
with PF Encoder from Printer Mechanism.

Hooks

PE Lever
FFC

PF Encoder Base

Figure 4-58. Condition of PE Lever after installation.

Rotary Scale

PF Encoder
<Left Side>

Figure 4-59. PF Encoder & PF Encoder Base Removal

C A U T IO N

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Printer Unit Disassembly

There are 2 types of the Rotary Scale, the Film type that has
been available since first mass production and a new Plastic
type. Needed information about details and repair are given
below.
1. In the America, the Film type Rotary Scale available since
first mass production has been introduced for patent
considerations. In another development, an all new Plastic
type Rotary Scales have been introduced.
2. Concerning functioning, because the Film type and Plastic
type are completely interchangeable, PF Roller Unit and
Printer Mechanism service parts are continuing with the
Film type regardless of the developments.

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After patent concerns are settled in America, both new

products and service parts (PF Roller Unit and Printer
Mechanism) will use the new Plastic type.
Points that should be considered for repair are shown in
Table 4-3 with relationships between Rotary Scale type and
PF Encoder Base type.

Table 4-3. Rotary Scale and PF Encoder Base Relationships

C A U T IO N

3.

Revision A

4.

Type of PF Encoder Base

Long horn type

(1108620)

No horn type
(1214696)

Film type

Yes

No (*1)

Plastic type

Yes (*2)

4.4.11 Linear Scale Removal

1.

Remove Middle Housing. (See Section 4.4.1)

2.

Release Extension Spring 2.94 from Printer Mechanism hook 1.

3.

Release right edge of Linear Scale from Printer Mechanism hook 2.

4.

Remove Linear Scale by pulling it to the left side from back of Carriage Unit.

5.

Allow Linear Scale to rotate 90, release it from Printer Mechanism hook 3, then
remove the Linear Scale along with Extension Spring 2.94 from the Printer
Mechanism.

Yes

Type of Rotary Scale

Assembly Point

"Yes" means exchangeability between PF Encoder Base and Rotary

Scale. "No" means not exchangeability between these parts.
(*1): In this case, use the Long Horn Type for the PF Encoder Base.
(*2): In this case, because the horn becomes an obstacle, it is
necessary to cut off the horn. After consulting the Figure 4-60
to confirm the correct location for cutting the horn of the PF
Encoder Base, use nippers to cut off the horn.

Long horn type

Linear Scale

Hook 1

Extension spring 2.94

Hook 2

Hook 3

<Left Side>

No horn type

<Right Side>

Figure 4-61. Linear Scale Removal

Linear Scale Assembly Point

Pass the Linear Scale through the CR Encoder on the rear side
of the Carriage Unit.

Cut Location

CR Encoder

Figure 4-60. PF Encoder Base Cut Location

Linear Scale

<Carriage Unit Rear Side>

Figure 4-62. Linear Scale Position

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4.4.12 CR Guide Shaft/Carriage Unit Removal

6.
7.

1.

Remove Linear Scale. (See Section 4.4.11)

2.

Use a common screwdriver to release Extension Spring 26.46 from hooks on

Pulley Driven Holder and Printer Mechanism, then remove spring.

3.

Remove CR Guide Shaft from Printer Mechanism in direction of arrow C while

taking care not to damage slots in Printer Mechanism.
Allow Carriage Unit to rotate in direction of arrow D and remove Carriage Unit
from Printer Mechanism.

Shift Pulley Driven Holder in direction of arrow A, the remove it in direction of

arrow B.

10

Carriage Unit
9

CR Guide Shaft

Pulley Driven Holder

Slot

B
Hook

C
A

<Left Side>
7

Hook
Extension Spring 26.46

<Right Side>

C.B.S (P4) 3x6

PG lever

Bush
5

Bush

<Right Rear Side>

Removal
Direction

Figure 4-63. CR Guide Shaft/Carriage Unit Removal 1

Hooks

4.

5.

Follow order shown in Figure 4-64 (lower right photo) to remove these items from
the Printer Mechanism: (1) Spacer. (2) PG Lever. (2') Torsion Spring 67.78. (3)
Leaf Spring. (4) 1 Screw (C.B.S (P4) 3x6). (5) Bushing.

3
6

Follow order shown in Figure 4-64 (lower left photo) to remove these items from
the Printer Mechanism: (6) Spacer. (7) 1 Screw (C.B.S (P4) 3x6). (8) Bushing.

Spacer
4

Leaf
spring

C.B.S (P4) 3x6

2'

Spacer

Torsion spring
67.78

Figure 4-64. CR Guide Shaft/Carriage Unit Removal 2

C H E C K
P O IN T

The Bushings at both sides of the Printer Mechanism can be

released from their attachment by allowing the printer to rotate
rearward.

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NOTE: Screw tightening torque : 0.59 +/- 0.1 Nm

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8.

Revision A

Disconnect FFC from connector on Relay Board of Carriage Unit, then remove
Carriage Unit.

4.4.13 Ink System Unit Removal

1.

Remove Printer Mechanism. (See Section 4.4.4)

2.

Remove (1) screw (C.B.S 3x8), then remove (2) screw ( C.B.S 3x5) holding the
Ink System Frame, then remove the Ink System Frame from the Printer
Mechanism.

3.

Remove (3) screws (C.B.S 3x8), then remove (4) screw (C.B.S 3x6) holding the
Ink System Frame from the Printer Mechanism.

FFC

Connector

Relay Board
0 Digit Flashing Box
1
Push & lift

Figure 4-65. CR Guide Shaft/Carriage Unit Removal 3

C A U T IO N

Ink System Unit

Be careful when installing the Bushings at each side of the Printer

Mechanism because the Left Bushing and Right Bushing have
different shapes. (See Figure 4-64)

3. C.B.S 3x8

2. C.B.S 3x5
Ink System Frame
4. C.B.S 3x6

Leaf Spring Installation

1. C.B.S 3x8

Figure 4-67. Ink System Unit Removal

Leaf spring

NOTE: C.B.S 3x8 screw tightening torque : 0.78 +/- 0.1 Nm

Bush

NOTE: C.B.S 3x6 screw tightening torque : 0.78 +/- 0.1 Nm

PG lever

NOTE: C.B.S 3x5 screw tightening torque : 0.78 +/- 0.1 Nm

4.

When ASF Unit is installed, release union location of Pump Frame and ASF Unit.
(See Section 4.4.7 Step 4)

5.

Remove Ink System Unit from the Printer Mechanism.

6.

Follow the order shown in Figure 4-67 to remove the 0 Digit Flashing Box from
the Printer Mechanism.

Figure 4-66. Leaf Spring Installation

A D J U S T M E N T
R E Q U IR E D

When removing or replacing the CR Guide Shaft/Carriage Unit,

perform the following adjustments.
PG adjustment
CR motor drive dispersion measurement sequence
Top Margin Adjustment
See Chapter 5 "Adjustment" for details.

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4.4.14 CR Motor Removal

C A U T IO N

Use a pair of tweezers to replace the Cleaner Blade. While doing

this, do not touch the Printhead with the tweezers. In addition, do
not touch the Printhead with bare hands.
Contact Location

1.

Remove Middle Housing. (See Section 4.4.1)

2.

Disconnect CN14 connector from C496 Main Board.

3.

Remove 1 screw (C.C 3x4) holding CR Motor, then remove CR Motor.

Label side

Cleaner Blade
C.C 3x4
CR Motor

Figure 4-68. Cleaner Blade Handling

<Left Side>

Figure 4-69. CR Motor Removal

NOTE: C.B.S 3x4 screw tightening torque : 0.39 +/- 0.05 Nm

When installing CR Motor, install it with the label of the motor

facing upwards.

A D J U S T M E N T
R E Q U IR E D

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Printer Unit Disassembly

After replacing the CR Motor, perform the following adjustment.

Bi-D adjustment
CR motor drive dispersion measurement sequence
See Chapter 5 "Adjustment" for details.

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4.4.15 PF Motor Removal

4.4.16 Paper Eject Frame Unit Removal

1.

Remove Printer Mechanism. (See Section 4.4.4)

1.

Remove Printer Mechanism. (See Section 4.4.4)

2.

Disconnect CN13 connector from C496 Main Board.

2.

3.

Remove 2 screws (C.C 3x4) holding PF Motor, then remove PF Motor.

While releasing the hooks at each side (2 hooks) holding the Paper Eject Frame
Unit, let it rotate in the direction of arrow A, then remove it upwards.

No label side
Hook
1

C.C 3x4

Paper Eject Frame Unit

Hook

2
PF Motor
<Left Side>

Figure 4-71. Paper Eject Frame Unit Removal

Figure 4-70. PF Motor Removal

NOTE: Screw tightening torque : 0.29 +/- 0.1 Nm
Installation of screws holding PF Motor
1. Follow order shown in upper diagram to set screws
temporarily.
2. Pull PF Motor in direction shown by arrow in upper
diagram, then while maintaining tension on the Timing Belt
completely fasten the PF Motor. (Completely tighten.)
When installing the PF Motor, the label of the PF Motor should
not be visible from the rear side of the Printer Mechanism. If the
label is visible, rotate it 180 and reinstall it.

A D J U S T M E N T
R E Q U IR E D

When removing or replacing the PF Motor, perform the following

adjustments.
PF belt tension adjustment
PF adjustment
See Chapter 5 "Adjustment" for details.

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4.4.17 EJ Roller Unit Removal

4.4.18 Front Paper Guide Removal

1.

Remove Paper Eject Frame Unit. (See Section 4.4.16)

1.

Remove EJ Roller Unit. (See Section 4.4.17)

2.

Remove Grounding Wire from Printer Mechanism.

2.

Remove 2 screws (C.B.S 3x6) holding Front Paper Guide.

3.

Release hook for Bushing 5 located at each side of EJ Roller Unit, then let Bushing
5 rotate 90 upwards.

3.

Remove Front Paper Guide upwards while being careful that the Front Paper
Guide hook at the left side does not touch Spur Gear 28.8.

4.

Remove EJ Roller Unit along with 3 Holders in upwards direction.

Front Paper Guide

Hook

Spur Gear 28.8

Bush 5

C.B.S 3x6

Bush 5
Hook

Hook

Figure 4-74. Front Paper Guide Removal

EJ Roller Unit
Grounding Wire

Holders

Figure 4-72. EJ Roller Shaft unit Removal

NOTE: Screw tightening torque : 0.78 +/- 0.1 Nm

When installing EJ Roller Unit, be careful about the direction of

the CR Lock.

When installing Front Paper Guide, be careful not to damage Spur

Gear 28.8.

Upper

CR Lock

Lower

Figure 4-73. CR Lock Direction

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4.4.19 Upper Paper Guide Removal

4.4.20 Rear Paper Guide Removal

1.

Remove Front Paper Guide and PE Sensor Holder. (See Section 4.4.18 and 4.4.9)

1.

2.

Release 2 hooks holding each Extension Spring 4.07, then remove Extension
Spring 4.07 (4 springs).

Remove Upper Paper Guide and C496 PSB/PSE Board. (See Section 4.4.19 and
4.4.6)

2.

Follow order shown in Figure 4-75 to remove Paper Guide from Printer
Mechanism.

Release Rear Paper Guide from right side hook, then shift Rear Paper Guide in
direction of arrow A.

3.

direction of arrow A.

4.

Release 2 hooks fastening Rear Paper Guide to PF Roller Unit, then remove Rear
Paper Guide by pushing it in direction of arrow B.

3.

Extension Spring 4.07

Upper Paper Guide

Hooks

Hook

Hooks
Rear Paper Guide

B
A

2
<Rear Side>
Hook

PF Roller Unit

Hook

Figure 4-75. Upper Paper Guide Removal

Figure 4-76. Rear Paper Guide Removal

When installing Rear Paper Guide, if hooks are not completely

fastened, the ASF Unit cannot be properly set.

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4.4.21 PF Roller Unit Removal

1.

Remove Rear Paper Guide and PF Encoder. (See Section 4.4.20 and 4.4.10)

2.

Use tweezers to remove leg of Compression Spring 4.89 from Printer Mechanism.

3.

Use tweezers to release left and right Bushing 8 fastening PF Roller Unit to Printer
Mechanism, then allow the PF Roller Unit to rotate in directions shown by arrows
A and B.

4.

Follow the order shown in Figure 4-77 to remove PF Roller Unit from Printer
Mechanism.

Bush 8

2
1

A
4
Compression Spring 4.89

PF Roller Unit

B
Bush 8

Figure 4-77. PF Roller Unit Removal

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5.1 Overview
This section describes all adjustment procedures for Stylus CX5100/5200.

5.1.1 Conditions for Each Adjustment

The Stylus CX5100/5200 adjustment program is Epson's first use of a sequential program for performing mechanical/electrical adjustments in an established order. The program
will use an interactive method to guide you through suitable adjustments that correspond to repairs that have actually been made. This chapter only lists the adjustment conditions.
C A U T IO N

The adjustment program only operates with PCs running Win98/ME.

When performing ink charge for a cartridge currently in use (same as initial ink charge), an ink out error may be generated during the operation. If this
occurs, replace the ink cartridge and try the operation again.
There are mainly two functions on the Stylus CX5100/5200 adjustment program. One is the sequential adjustment mode depending on your repaired/
removed parts, and another one is the particular adjustment mode for the old hand at repair or, if you've already decided a specific adjustment option.
Basically, Epson recommend you to adopt sequential adjustment mode anytime.
Table 5-1. Adjustment Program Supported Functions

Category
Adjustment

Items

Conditions

Purpose

Try in stages before changing the circuit board.

If the results can be read out, easy repairs may be possible without performing many
adjustments.

EEPROM
initialization

Performed after circuit board replacement regardless of result from

Backup try described above.

This operation allows the firmware to recognize differences between Japanese made
parts and foreign made parts and optimizes the ID check performed between the
main circuit board and the ink cartridge.

Head ID input

Performed after printhead and main board replacement.

If this is not performed, the printing will become unstable and result in poor
operation such as continuous generation of Head Hot Error (Fatal Error indicator).

Head angular
adjustment

Performed after printhead removal/replacement.

If this slips, vertical lines will zigzag and letters will slope like italics.

Bi-D adjustment

Performed after printhead, main board and CR motor replacement.

(Not necessary if only main board was replaced and Backup was
successful.)

When bi-directional printing is being performed, the targeted ink impact position is
adjusted for alignment regardless of the direction of CR motion. (User adjustment
possible with Utility on the Driver.)

PF adjustment

Performed after printhead, main board and PF motor replacement.

(Not necessary if only main board was replaced and Backup was
successful.)

Sliding will occur if PF motor revolution speed becomes high during high speed
printing. Correcting this at PF motor control reduction table eliminates sliding even
during high speed printing, preventing appearance of white lines. (User adjustment
possible with Utility on Driver.)

PF belt tension
adjustment

ADJUSTMENT

Back up
operation

Performed after PF motor removal/replacement.

To reduce the load on the PF Motor.

To ensure precision of paper feeding.

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Table 5-1. Adjustment Program Supported Functions

Category
Adjustment
(Cont.)

Items

Conditions

Purpose
A unique ID is created by inputting the printer's serial number into the USB ID. This
prevents conflicts with ID of other connected USB devices.

Performed after main board replacement or CR/CR Guide Shaft

removal (or mechanical disassembly in those areas).

Confirms and adjusts suitable position for first printing at top of paper.

CR motor drive
dispersion

1. CR motor heat control correction max value registered in

EEPROM after CR motor, PS board and Main board
replacement. (Not necessary if only main board was replaced
and Backup was successful.)
2. Suitable heat control correction value for starting CR motor
drive dispersion sequence registered after CR guide shaft
removal/replacement.

Calculated by converting the mechanism load from current flowing to CR motor. By

precisely calculating CR motor heat timing based on this data and registering it in
EEPROM, safeguard operation timing is optimized for continuous operation of CR.
To prevent motor coil burn damage, adjustment is necessary after corresponding
part replacement.

PG Adjustment

Maintenance

Performed after main board replacement. (Not necessary if only

main board was replaced and Backup was successful.)

1st dot position

adjustment

Check pattern
printing

USB ID input

1. Performed after mechanism replacement.

2. Performed after carriage or carriage guide shaft removal/
replacement.

Ensures correct distance between head surface and paper guide and adjusts
parallelism at 0 character side and 80 character side to stabilize print quality.

A4 normal paper
printing

1. Used for first operation check with recycled parts.

2. Used to switch to adjustment for checking correct printing after
ink charging following printhead replacement.
3. Used for print check after completed repairs.

This function checks printing in each print mode and confirms absence of printing
problems. Check points for each print pattern are explained in the adjustment
program.

Dot missing generated - 2

Used for recovery of ink absorption at same level of initial ink charge for dot
missing not recoverable by head cleaning described above.

Supplies ink from special ink pack without using ink cartridge and
performs adjustment.

Ink is absorbed from a specialized ink pack at the factory through a special schedule
ink supply jig. Used when performing continuous adjustments. Suitable for fullservice repair centers.

Refurbishment

Used when performing refurbishment operation.

Used to fill the printhead with special shipping fluid at the factory through a special
schedule shipping fluid substitution jig. This function is necessary for performance
of refurbishment (new part recycling) at full-service repair centers.

Protection
counter

ADJUSTMENT

Always starts strongest cleaning cycle from among cleaning types supported by
Stylus CX5100/5200
1. Used to perform cleaning when dot missing occurs with A4 normal paper
printing during adjustment or after ink charge.
2. Use during recovery of main functions when recycled parts generate simple
instance of dot missing.

Ink charge for Jig

Appendix

Dot missing generated - 1

Ink charge

Maintenance
(Cont.)

Head cleaning

Clears counter value to 0 when a maintenance error is generated or

replacing the waste fluid pad.

Same as left.

EEPROM Data

Used when analyzing.

Same as left.

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5.2 Adjustment

5.2.1.2 Adjustment Method

This section explains belt tension adjustment using the special acoustic measurement
instrument during adjustment procedures.

Adjustment can be accomplished by following the steps in the sequential program, but
the steps are also shown below.

5.2.1 PF Belt Tension Adjustment

Timing Belt

5.2.1.1 Purpose
This adjustment is necessary for the reasons explained below.
When the tension is not correct, the tension between the PF Motor Pinion and the
Timing Belt decreases and can result in occurrence of free spinning of the parts (a
fatal error).

Tension Meter Microphone

If tension is too tight, the mechanism load increases (PF Motor driving load) and
in the worst case can result in disruption due to overheating of the coil in the PF
Motor. (During tasks such as heavy duty printing.)
Accuracy of paper feeding cannot be ensured when tension is not correct and can
result in jamming.

Figure 5-1. PF Belt Tension Adjustment

1.

Secure the mechanism of the PF Motor and fasten the Timing Belt between the PF
Roller Unit and the PF Motor Pinion.

2.

Press the POWER button. (No. 0 or No. 1 will appear in the LCD.)

3.

Select the channel for making further settings by pressing the SELECT button for
a number from No. 0 ~ No. 9. (Not selecting a number continues default values
without a problem.)

4.

Press the WEIGHT button. The default value will appear, but entering a number
with the keyboard ten-key pad will display a value such as "1.3g/m".

5.

Press the WIDTH button. The default value will appear, but entering a number
with the keyboard ten-key pad will display a value such as "5.0mm".

6.

Press the SPAN button. The default value will appear, but entering a number with
the keyboard ten-key pad will display a value such as "35mm".

7.

The microphone surface will approach the center of belt tension as near as
possible. (See Figure 5-1)

NOTE: Use the tip of a pair of tweezers for the timing belt plucking operation of
the above steps, but be careful that the plucked belt does not make
contact with the microphone.
8.

ADJUSTMENT

Adjustment

Press the MEASURE button. (" ----" will appear in the LCD.)

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9.

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Grasp the Timing Belt with the tip of a pair of tweezers and pull the belt
downwards to pluck it. (See Figure 5-1, "PF Belt Tension Adjustment") The "----"
straight line in the LCD will change as though impacting a wave, a high-pitched
beep will notify of the measurement results and an "N" will appear in the LCD.
Regardless of the force used to pluck the Timing Belt, the instrument is able to
measure by accurately picking up the acoustic tone, and the results are displayed in
"N" units (Newton).

5.3 Adjustments by Adjustment Program

This machinery is adjusted by using specialized adjust program. Adjusted revision
figure is written into EEPROM of Main Board.
This program absorbs disparities of each printer mechanism characteristic in order to
maintain uniform print quality. When specified parts or units are removed or replaced,
it is necessary to write in proper correction values by using this adjustment program.

10. Repeat Steps 8 ~ 9, delicately shifting the variable part of the PF Motor installation
position to adjust the tension until it comes within the range of the standard value.

5.3.1 Adjustment Program Installation

NOTE: Standard Value is 9~14N.

1.

Insert floppy disc in which Adjustment Program is saved to floppy disc drive.

2.

Open floppy disc and copy "CX5100/5200 Adjustment Program" on desk top.

3.

Run "CX5100/5200_Win98_10.exe".

C A U T IO N

If plucking the belt has no effect and the LCD does not change at
all, try plucking the belt again after waiting 2 ~ 3 seconds.
Ensure a quiet environment when taking the measurement so
that the microphone will not be prevented from accurately
measuring due to picking up surrounding noise.
If measurement results widely differ, there is a high probability
that some of the measurements are not being picked up
accurately, so pluck the belt again with tweezers and record the
value for the approximate results of 2 measurements. Displayed
values are highly reliable, with an error factor of 1/100 ~ 5/100.

ADJUSTMENT

C A U T IO N

Adjustments by Adjustment Program

Confirm whether USB Driver is in PC before installing this

program.
This program is exclusive for windows98/ME. This does not
operate for DOS, Windows 3.x, Windows 95 or NT.
Do not start program before connecting USB cable to CX5100/
5200.

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5.3.2 Adjustment Program Start

4.

Select item to be adjusted from menu.

1.

5.

When model selection and port number is input, following screen is indicated.

When Adjustment Program is started, following picture is indicated. Select Model

Name.

Figure 5-3. Adjustment Program (TBD)

Figure 5-2. Model Name Port Number Selection (TBD)

Adjustment Program has following buttons.

2.

Select Port Number connecting CX5100/5200 to PC.

Quit

3.

Click [OK] button.

When Clicking [Quit] button, following menu is indicated. When clicking [Quit]
button, adjustment is completed and program is closed. When clicking [Next]
button, the screen returns to Model Name and Port Number.

C H E C K
P O IN T

While CX5100/5200 are in warming up (Power LED blinking

condition), Program can not be executed (communication error
happens). Execute program on condition that Printer power LED
is turning on.

Figure 5-4. Quit (TBD)

ADJUSTMENT

Adjustments by Adjustment Program

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5.4 Uploading Firmware

4.

CX5100/5200 firmware is stored in the flash ROM on the C496 Main Board. Reinstallation of firmware is performed by uploading from a PC, without requiring
disassembly of the printer. Steps for uploading firmware are explained in this section.
C A U T IO N

Continue the program by pressing the "Next >" button, and the window shown in
Figure 5-6 will be displayed.

C A U T IO N

The PC used for firmware installation should be running

Windows 98, ME or 2000 in order to support the USB interface.
Install TWAIN 5 and EFlash3 onto the PC.

1.

Connect CX5100/5200 and the PC with a USB cable.

2.

Turn on power for CX5100/5200 and the PC.

3.

Start EFlash3 by double-clicking EFlash3.exe.

If the error message shown below appears, the underlined machine

name of C497_Bessho.inf located in the same folder with the
upload program will be changed to the machine name that will
actually receive the upload.

strTarget1=EPSON 1000ICS
strTarget2=EPSON Stylus CX5100/5200
strTarget3=EPSON Stylus CX3100/3200
If errors continue after performing the step above, try
changing the PC.

Figure 5-5. EFlash3 Startup Screen

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Search for the firmware by pressing the button marked ">>".

6.

If the menu shown below appears, select the target file and press "Open".

Figure 5-7. Selecting the File

Figure 5-6. Firmware Search
7.
C A U T IO N

Pressing the EFlash3 "Next >" button will start transfer of the firmware.

The firmware is in Motorola format. (It will have a *.MOT file

extension.)
If the file has a different file extension, change it to the .MOT
extension.

Figure 5-8. Starting Firmware Transfer

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After successful completion of firmware transfer, the content shown below will
appear in the EFlash3 window. The CX5100/5200 will be automatically turned
off. The next time power is turned on, the CX5100/5200 will operate with the new
firmware.

Figure 5-9. Upload Completed

C A U T IO N

If the PC is running with Windows 98 Second Edition, writing to

ROM from the OS will be limited to 10 instances. In this case,
decompress all the files in the compressed file "Retry_tool"
RMDEV.exe and delete the old file by executing the newly formed
execution file RMDEV.exe.

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6.1 Overview

ASF Roller
For cleaning of rollers inside the ASF Unit using the adhesive surface of the
cleaning sheets, set the cleaning sheet in place and then put your hand on the sheet
to help push it inwards while pressing the color copy button or the monochrome
copy button. Because the printer has two types of rollers (LD Roller and Retard
Roller), perform cleaning a second time after reversing the orientation of the
adhesive surface.

This section describes maintenance to maintain function and performance of this

product.

6.1.1 Cleaning
Clean the unit when dirt is conspicuous. In particular, a dirty document glass plate will
have a direct affect when acquiring image quality, so completely remove marks on the
glass and keep it clean.
C A U T IO N

Never use chemical solvents, such as thinner, benzine as they may

deform or deteriorate plastic and rubber products.
Be careful not to damage any components when you clean inside
the printer.
Do not scratch the surface of PF roller assembly. Use soft brush
to wipe off any dusts. Use a soft cloth moistened with alcohol to
remove the ink stain.
Do not habitually use the cleaning sheets included with the
media. Habitual use can cause removal of the PF Roller coating.
There is no problem when the adhesive side of the cleaning sheet
is faced toward the ASF LD Roller for cleaning of the ASF LD
Roller.

Exterior parts
Use a clean soft cloth moistened with water and wipe off any dirt. If the exterior
parts are stained with ink, use a cloth moistened with neutral detergent to wipe it
off.
Inside the printer
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any paper dust.
Document glass
Remove dust or any paper with a clean dry cloth. In case dirt is serious or alien
substance is stick, wipe it off with a cloth moistened with neutral detergent. In case
Stain is remained, wipe again with a dry clean cloth.

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6.1.2 Lubrication
6.1.2.1 Scanner Lubrication Point (TBD)
In case of replacing Scanner CR Unit parts or operation sound of carriage shift is
remarkably big, lubrication is necessary. Following tables show designated grease and
lubrication point.
Table 6-1. Grease Applied to the Stylus CX5100/5200
Type

Name

EPSON Code

Supplier

Grease

G-45

1033657

EPSON

Table 6-2. Lubrication Point

Fig No.
6-1

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Lubrication place
Scanner Carriage Guide Shaft

Lubrication amount
TBD

If Lubrication exceeds designated volume, mechanism may be

damaged or function may be harmed. Accordingly designated
volume to be kept for lubrication.

Figure 6-1. Scanner Unit Lubrication Point (TBD)

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6.1.2.2 Printer Unit Service Maintenance

6.1.2.3 Printer Lubrication Point

If print irregularity (missing dot, white line, etc.) has occurred or the printer indicates
"Maintenance Error", take the following actions to clear the error.

Type and suitable volume of grease lubricated to Printer is decided base on factory
evaluation. Accordingly, definitely use suitable volume of designated grease to
designated point for repair and maintenance of products. Designated grease and usage
point are shown as below.

Head Cleaning
The printer has a built-in head cleaning function, which is activated by operating
the operation panel. Confirm that the printer is in stand-by state
(The power indicator is not blinking).
Execute "head Cleaning" with operation panel menu button and the printer starts
cleaning sequence.

Never use grease except for designated one, as others must badly
affect and damage machinery life/function of the product.
As suitable volume is also designated based on evaluation result,
avoid applying undesignated volume.
When applying G-46 without changing any parts, use the Flux
Dispenser (1049533) to apply one coat to specified areas. Because
it is necessary to apply G-46 when replacing old parts with new
parts, soak the parts in G-46 as shown in the photograph on page
82.

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Maintenance Error
Ink is used for the operation such as cleaning as well as printing. Therefore, the
printer waste certain amount of ink and drains it into waste ink pad, while counting
the amount of the waste ink.
Once the amount of the waste ink reaches the predetermined limit, the printer
indicates "Fatal Error" (LED: blink) and the waste ink pad should be replaced.
Overflow Counter (Protection Counter A) count up >= 44436
Timing for replacing the Waste Ink pad

Table 6-3. Grease Applied to the Stylus CX5100/5200

Type

When the total amount of the waste ink reaches the predetermined limit, the
printer indicates "Fatal Error" (LED: blink). Also, During repair servicing,
Confirm firmware version, select code page, nozzle check pattern together
with overflow counter.
If the ink counter value is close to its upper limit, notify your customer and
recommend that the waste ink pad is to be replaced. (if the waste ink pad is
not replaced at that time, there is the possibility that "Maintenance Error" will
occur just after the printer is retuned to the customer.)
Once you have the confirmation from the customer, replace the waste ink pad.

1080614

G-46

1039172

G-63

Supplier

1218320

EPSON

Table 6-4. Lubrication Points

Fig No.

Replacement procedure
Refer to "4.4.5 Waste Ink Pads/Lower Housing Removal" on page 52.
Treatment after the Replacement

6-2

Reset the Overflow counter (Protection counter A). Power on printer and
enter into special menu (ordinary operation) and execute waste ink counter
reset or implement counter clear by adjust program.

MAINTENANCE

EPSON Code

G-26
Grease

Name

Overview

Lubrication Point/Type
<Lubrication Point>
Driven Roller x 8
<Lubrication Type>
G-46
<Lubrication Amount>
Soak in basin containing G-46 and remove
immediately.

Remarks
Joint use of Flux Dispenser is
recommended.

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Table 6-4. Lubrication Points

Fig No.

Lubrication Point/Type

Table 6-4. Lubrication Points

Remarks

<Lubrication Point> (No.1)

Paper Back Lever shaft socket (2 places)
<Lubrication Type>
G-26
<Lubrication Amount>
Shaft socket entire length
6-3

6-4

6-5

Use a brush to apply it.

<Lubrication Point> (No.2)

Paper Back Lever left end
<Lubrication Type>
G-46
<Lubrication Amount>
Soak in basin containing G-46 and remove
immediately.

Joint use of Flux Dispenser is

recommended.

<Lubrication Point>
Paper Back Support Lever
<Lubrication Type>
G-46
<Lubrication Amount>
Soak in basin containing G-46 and remove
immediately.

Joint use of Flux Dispenser is

recommended.

<Lubrication Point>
LD Roller Shaft left/right ends
<Lubrication Type>
G-46
<Lubrication Amount>
Soak in basin containing G-46 and remove
immediately.

Fig No.

Joint use of Flux Dispenser is

recommended.

MAINTENANCE

Lubrication Point/Type

Remarks

6-7

<Lubrication Point>
The right end of PF Roller unit on metal
surface a circle.
<Lubrication Type>
G-26
<Lubrication Amount>
1 x 3mm

Do not attach the grease to the

paper path.
Be carefully not lubricate on
coated surface.
Do not touch coated surface of
PF Roller.
Use a brush to apply it.

<Lubrication Point>
Carriage Unit Shaft Socket
<Lubrication Type>
G-63
<Lubrication Amount>
Shaft Socket Inner Side

Use a brush to apply it.

6-8

<Lubrication Point>
Pulley Driven Holder
<Lubrication Type>
G-26
<Lubrication Amount>
1 x 2mm x 4points

Use a brush to apply it.

6-9

Overview

Joint use of Flux Dispenser is

recommended.

6-6

<Lubrication Point>
Combination Gear Ratchet 65.6 &
Spur Gear 48
<Lubrication Type>
G-46
<Lubrication Amount>
Soak in basin containing G-46 and remove
immediately.

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Table 6-4. Lubrication Points

Fig No.

Lubrication Point/Type

Remarks
Use a brush to apply it.

6-10

<Lubrication Point>
Main Frame Upper Part back side
(Between Change Lever and Main Board
Unit)
<Lubrication Type>
G-26
<Lubrication Amount>
1 x entire length

Use a injector to apply it.

6-11

<Lubrication Point>
Joint between ASF Trigger Lever and ASF
Frame
<Lubrication Type>
G-26
<Lubrication Amount>
Protrusion surface area

Use a brush to apply it.

6-12

<Lubrication Point>
ASF Trigger Lever Right End
<Lubrication Type>
G-26
<Lubrication Amount>
Corner surface area

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No.2

G-26

G-46

No.1

G-63

G-26

G-26

G-46

Figure 6-2. Driven Roller

Figure 6-3. Paper Back Lever

Figure 6-8. Carriage Unit

G-46

Figure 6-9. Pulley Driven Holder

G-26

G-46

G-26

Figure 6-4. Paper Back Support Lever

Figure 6-5. LD Roller Shaft

Figure 6-10. Main Frame

Figure 6-11. ASF Unit

G-46
G-26
G-26

Figure 6-6. Clutch Gear

MAINTENANCE

Figure 6-7. PF Roller

Figure 6-12. ASF Trigger Lever

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7.1.2 EEPROM Address Map

7.1 Connector Connections

7.1.1 Connector Arrangement

Address

The diagram below shows connection relationships for Stylus CX5100/5200 circuit
board connectors.

Explanation

CN12

CN4

00H

Ink flag1

Bit7: Reserved
Bit6: Reserved
Bit5: In Manual CL
Bit4: Initial fill required
Bit3: Head Hot
Bit2: Ink cleaning seq.
Bit1: Reserved
Bit0: Reserved

00H

10H

Ink flag2

Bit7: CSIC chg. seq.

required Flag1
Bit6: CSIC chg. seq.
required Flag2
Bit5: 1st Ink Cartridge-B
Bit4: 1st Ink Cartridge-Y
Bit3: 1st Ink Cartridge-M
Bit2: 1st Ink Cartridge-C
Bit1: Reserved
Bit0: Reserved

00H

00H

02H

CL Time

Low Byte
High Byte

00H

00H(*2)

00H

00H(*2)

00H

00H

00H

00H

00H

00H

00H

00H

PE sensor

Panel
C496 PSB/PSE
Board

CN6

CN2

CN5

Scanner HP sensor

CN1

Scanner

CN10

CN1

Scanner motor

C496 MAIN Board

CN13

AC in

CN14
USB

Default Factory
settings settings

01H

PF encoder

CN2

Settings

CN3

CN8, 9

PF motor
CR motor

Printhead

03H

Figure 7-1. Connection Relationships of Circuit Board Connectors

04H

Current Time

05H
06H

Accumulated printing time

07H

Low Byte
High Byte
Low Byte
High Byte

08H

Fatal Error Code

00H

00H

09H

CSIC ink end factor

00H

0AH

Ink counter A0

Low Byte
High Byte

00H

00H

00H

00H(*3)

Low Byte
High Byte

00H

00H(*3)

00H

00H(*3)

Low Byte
High Byte

00H

00H(*3)

00H

00H(*3)

0BH
0CH

Ink counter R0

0DH
0EH
0FH

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Ink counter R80

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Address

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Explanation

Settings

Default Factory
settings settings

10H
|
13H

Ink counter Cb

Low Byte
High Byte

00H
|
00H

00H
|
00H

14H
|
17H

Ink counter Cy

Low Byte
High Byte

00H
|
00H

Ink counter Cm

Low Byte
High Byte

00H
|
00H

00H
|
00H

1CH
|
1FH

Ink counter Cc

Low Byte
High Byte

00H
|
00H

00H
|
00H

20H
|
23H

Reserved for Ink counter Clm

00H
|
00H

00H
|
00H

24H
|
27H

Reserved for Ink counter Clc

00H
|
00H

28H

CL2 Counter KK

29H

Explanation

00H
|
00H

18H
|
1BH

Address
2FH

Interface setting

00H
|
00H

30H

03H

03H

Total Timer CL Counter

00H

00H

2AH

PF position adjustment for BK -4 <= n <= +4

00H

(*1)

2BH

PF position adjustment for

YMC

00H

(*1)

2CH

CR Duty

00H

00H

2DH

PF Duty

00H

00H

2EH

D4 mode I/F

04H

04H

Settings
Bit7: Interface selection(*b)
Bit6:
Bit5: Interface Time-out
0: 10 seconds
1: 30 seconds
Bit4: ECP mode
0: Off
1: On
Bit3: IEEE1284 mode
0: On
1: Off
Bit2: Compatibility speed
0: Fast
1: Slow
Bit1: ECP speed
0: Fast
1: Slow
Bit0: Reserved

Default Factory
settings settings

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Bit7: Reserved
Bit6: Reserved
Bit5: Reserved
Bit4: Reserved
Bit3: D4 mode USB (*a)
Bit2:
Bit1: Reserved
Bit0:

00H

Bi-D Adjustment for Eco-BK -60 <= n <= +60

(Units 1/1440inch)

00H

(*1)

31H

Bi-D Adjustment for Eco-CL

-60 <= n <= +60

(Units 1/1440inch)

00H

(*1)

32H

Bi-D Adjustment for VSD1BK

-60 <= n <= +60

(Units 1/1440inch)

00H

(*1)

33H

Reserved

00H

00H

34H

Bi-D Adjustment for VSD2BK

-60 <= n <= +60

(Units 1/1440inch)

00H

(*1)

35H

Bi-D Adjustment for VSD2CL

-60 <= n <= +60

(Units 1/1440inch)

00H

(*1)

36H

Bi-D Adjustment for VSD3BK

-60 <= n <= +60

(Units 1/1440inch)

00H

(*1)

37H

Bi-D Adjustment for VSD3CL

-60 <= n <= +60

(Units 1/1440inch)

00H

(*1)

38H

Bi-D Adjustment for VSD4BK

-60 <= n <= +60

(Units 1/1440inch)

00H

00H

39H

-4 <= n <= +8

00H

Bi-D Adjustment for VSD4CL

-60 <= n <= +60

(Units 1/1440inch)

00H

00H

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Address

Explanation

Revision A

Settings

Default Factory
settings settings

3AH

CSIC1 Ink Name1

00H

00H

3BH

CSIC2 Ink Name1

00H

CSIC3 Ink Name1

00H

00H

3DH

CSIC4 Ink Name1

00H

3EH

Reserved

3FH

Explanation

00H

3CH

Address
59H

Printer For CSIC

USB ID

00H

5AH
|
6BH

00H

00H

6CH

Market ID

Reserved

00H

00H

40H

Head Rank ID for Vh 1L

00H

(*1)

41H

Head Rank ID for Vh 2L

00H

(*1)

6DH

42H

Head Rank ID for Vh 2S

00H

(*1)

Wait Time before printing

start

43H

Head Rank ID for Vh 3L

00H

(*1)

44H

Head Rank ID for Vh 3S

00H

(*1)

6DH
|
7EH

45H

Head Rank ID for Vh 4L

00H

(*1)

46H
|
4EH

Reserved for Head Rank ID

00H
|
00H

00H
|
00H

4FH

TG Maker

00H

(*1)

50H

Measurement data
(CR Hi Byte)

00H

00H

51H

Measurement data
(CR Lo Byte)

00H

00H

52H

Measurement data (PF 30)

00H

00H

53H

Measurement data (PF 08)

00H

00H

54H

Measurement data
(CR factory)

00H

00H

55H

CR Trigger offset 80-colomn

side

-128 <= n <= +127

(Units 1/180inch)

00H

(*1)

56H

CR Trigger offset Home

position side

-128 <= n <= +127

(Units 1/180inch)

00H

(*1)

57H

1st Dot Position Adjustment

-60 <= n <= +60

(Units 1/1440inch)

00H

(*1)

58H

Reserved

00H

00H

Settings

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00H

(*4)

00H
|
00H

(*1)

00H: World (Euro, US)

01H: Japan
02H: Custom
03H: Asia

00H

(*4)

0 <= n <= 127 (Units 10m sec)

00H

00H

Reserved

00H
|
00H

00H
|
00H

7FH

EEPROM Revision No.

41H

80H

Paper Size

T.B.D.

00H

(*1)

81H

Paper Unit

0: Metric

1: US

00H

(*1)

82H

Bottom Margin

0: 14mm

1: 3mm

00H

00H

83H

Language

0: English
2: French
4: German
6: Portuguese

1: Japanese
3: Italian
5: Spanish
7: Dutch

00H

(*1)

84H

Menu Type

0: World (Euro) 1: Japan

2: Custom
2: Asia
4: US

00H

(*1)

85H

Reserved for Panel

00H

00H

86H

Reserved for Panel

00H

00H

87H

Reserved for Panel

00H

00H

88H

Attention for I/C with no

guaranty

0: Display

00H

00H

89H

Identifier of factory testing

0: Ordinary use 1: Factory

testing

00H

00H

8AH

Reserved

00H

00H

8BH

Reserved

00H

00H

Connector Connections

2AH: Japan
AAH: World (Euro, US, Asia)

Default Factory
settings settings

1: Non-Display

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Address

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Explanation

Settings

Default Factory
settings settings

8CH

Reserved

00H

Reserved

00H

00H

8EH

Reserved

00H

00H

8FH

Reserved

00H

00H

90H

Paper Size (User Setting)

T.B.D.

00H

91H

Paper Unit (User Setting)

0: Metric

1: US

92H

Bottom Margin
(User Setting)

0: 14mm

1: 3mm

93H

Copy Mode (User Setting)

94H

(*b): Interface selection

(EEPROM 2FH, Bit7, 6)

00H

8DH

(*a): D4mode setting

(EEPROM 2EH) USB
Bit3

Bit2

D4 mode

Bit7

Bit6

I/F mode

Auto

Auto

On

USB

(*1)

Off

N/A

00H

(*1)

N/A

N/A

00H

00H

T.B.D.

00H

00H

Copies (User Setting)

Min. 1 - Max. 99

00H

00H

NOTE: (*2): Initialize by executing "Init EEPROM" menu.

95H

Quality (User Setting)

T.B.D.

00H

00H

NOTE: (*3): Initialize by executing "Rst Ink OFC" menu.

96H

Zoom (Low Byte)

(User Setting)

Min. 25 - Max. 400

64H

64H

97H

Zoom (High Byte)

(User Setting)

00H

00H

98H

Lighter / Darker
(User Setting)

00H

00H

99H
|
9FH

Reserved for Panel

00H
|
00H

00H
|
00H

A0H

Scanner Internal Mode

00H

00H

A1H
|
A7H

Reserved for Scanner

00H
|
00H

00H
|
00H

A8H
|
DFH

Reserved

00H
|
00H

00H
|
00H

90H
|
FFH

Model Name

00H
|
00H

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NOTE: (*1): Set at factory according to adjustment while manufacturing, serial

number or its market.

NOTE: (*4): Same as the setting

Lighter - FEH, FFH, 00H, 01H,

02H -- Darker

T.B.D.

"CL time" will be also cleared with 0 by "Initialize timer IC" production command.

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Component Layout (TBD)

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7.3 Circuit Figure

Circuit Figure of each board for this printer are shown in the following pages.
C496 Main Board
C496 PSB Board
C496 PSE Board

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C496PSB

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Circuit Figure

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C496PSE

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7.4 Exploded Diagrams (TBD)

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Exploded Diagrams (TBD)

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Parts list (TBD)

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