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Subject: Euro symbol not printed with PS driver Prepared by: T. Itoh
From: Technical Services sec. Service Planning Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
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SYMPTOM
When printing with the PS driver, the Euro currency symbol is not printed out with 112 of
136 fonts, which are stored in the font ROM in GW-based products.
CAUSE
The Euro currency symbol was not included in the font ROM.
SOLUTION
Temporary Solution (1)
A workaround for each operating system has been previously released on the FAQ page,
and is included on pp. 5-8 below.
Specifically, the Euro currency symbol has been added along with the “PS fonts download”
feature, which allows the symbol to be downloaded to machine RAM. Enable this feature
by changing the setting of Bit SW#3-0 to “1 (ON)” in SP mode (default: OFF).
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/8
Model: General RTB Date: 8-Nov-02 No.: RGene011
Remarks for Temporary Solution 2:
1. Switching PDL to PS takes approximate 7 to 10 seconds.
2. Printing high image area documents at 1200 dpi may cause a memory overflow error
in machines equipped only with 32MB of memory (ex. Model-K P2).
This is because the PS fonts download feature uses approximately 800kB, which can
bring the amount of available memory close to capacity with the above printing
conditions.
Workaround:
! Printing at 600dpi may prevent an overflow, even with just the 32MB memory
installed.
! Changing the memory usage setting from “Frame Priority” to “Font Priority” may
prevent an overflow.
Permanent Solution
Modification of the font ROM on the ROM DIMM or the Controller Board, from October ’02,
production or later (details differ depending on the model). Specifically, the Euro currency
symbol has been added to the 112 fonts mentioned above.
Note:
1. When the new ROM DIMM or Controller Board is installed, it is not necessary to
disable the PS fonts download feature (temporary solution).
2. An MB will be issued separately announcing the P/N change for the ROMM DIMM and
Controller Boards, and cut-in serial number.
Model Where the font Current Model Where the font Current
ROM is soldered P/N ROM is soldered P/N
Model-K P2 Controller G0735712 Model-J CF ROM DIMM G5706687
G0745712 Model-U P1 ROM DIMM G0705851
Adonis-C2 ROM DIMM B3615117 Model-U C1 ROM DIMM B5295117
B3625118 B4635117
Model-A P3 Controller G0656022 Martini-C1 ROM DIMM G3395117
G0656023 G3385117
Russian-C2 ROM DIMM B4615117 Model-K3 Controller B5165750
B4535117
Model-J P1b ROM DIMM G0776120
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 3/8
Model: General RTB Date: 8-Nov-02 No.: RGene011
Font Table
Question:
Euro Fonts printing problem
Answer:
If Euro Fonts can't be printed by the PS driver, the following solutions may be effective.
Solution
MacOS 9.x / 8.x
Use the AdobePS 8.8 printer driver.
Get the printer driver from the Adobe site on the web.
http://www.adobe.com/support/downloads/product.jsp?product=44&platform=Macintosh
Then select "ALL" for the "Font Inclusion" setting in the "PostScript Settings" window as follows.
Windows 95
Update Windows95 to "Euro Currency Support for Windows95".
You can get it from the following URL.
http://www.microsoft.com/windows95/downloads/contents/WURecommended/S_WUFeatured/
W95EuroPatch/Default.asp
Then the "Add Euro Currency Symbol to PostScript Fonts" check box is available.
Check "Add Euro Currency Symbol to PostScript Fonts". (Before update, the check box
doesn't work. )
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 6/8
Model: General RTB Date: 8-Nov-02 No.: RGene011
Windows95 after update
Windows 98 / ME / NT4.0 / XP
Check "Add Euro Currency Symbol to PostScript Fonts" .
Windows 98 / ME (Note: The AdobePS driver version 4.3.1 or later has "Add Euro Currency
Symbol to PostScript Fonts" in the "Fonts" tab.)
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 7/8
Model: General RTB Date: 8-Nov-02 No.: RGene011
Windows NT4.0
Windows XP
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 8/8
Model: General RTB Date: 8-Nov-02 No.: RGene011
Windows 2000
Update the printer driver to v5.5.2 or later.
You can get it from the printer driver v1.0.6 on the Adobe web site that includes the W2000 driver
v 5.5.2.
http://www.adobe.com/support/downloads/product.jsp?product=44&platform=Windows
Then the "Add Euro Currency Symbol to PostScript Fonts" check box is displayed.
Check "Add Euro Currency Symbol to PostScript Fonts".
This is to inform y ou of the Copier firmware history (BICU, Operation Panel, FAX, FCU).
Asian version
Ver Firmware / Versions
BICU(Engine) Operation Panel LCD FAX application FCU
Firmware version Firmware versio Firmware version Firmware version
No. No. n No. No.
1.04 B0515554L 1.204:1 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.03 B0515554K 1.204:1 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.02 B0515554J 1.202.01 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.019 UraC1CardV1 1.192:01 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
192.bin
1.192:01
SP2-905-01: (Paper transfer roller type)
To improve transfer, the shape of the paper transfer roller has been changed
from the 1st production. Due to this modification, paper transfer currents
(SP2-310-001 to SP2-341-032) and paper transfer adjustment (SP2-903-01)
have been reviewed. The settings for August production machines have been
input on the production line. This SP changes the default and factory settings
for SP2-310 -001 to SP2-341-032 and SP2-903 -01 for both types. It is
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 4/7
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001
necessary to set the type to 0 and press the # key when firmware version
1.181:01 or older (August production machines) is updated to 1.192:01 or
newer for the first time. This is because the machine cannot judge which data
(old or new) should be used for paper transfer currents. Check the SP
settings after updating the firmware (SP2-310-001 to SP2-341-032, and SP2-
903-01).
Note: All settings will be initialized to their new defaults (see tables below),
therefore any previously input field customized settings must be re-input
manually.
0: New paper transfer roller type (Drum type), 1: Old paper transfer roller
type (straight type)
Fax application
Symptom Corrected Version
First release 1.17
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 6/7
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001
FCU
Symptom Corrected Version
Job numbers for standby for fax transmission by LAN FAX (P/C FAX) : 03.01.00
System Switch 19 No.4 (SP1-101-026 ; page 4-17 in S/M)
System Switch 19 No.4 (SP1-101-026 ; page 4-17) added to FAX SP mode.
Job numbers for standby for fax transmission by LAN FAX (P/C FAX) are
limited as follows :
0 : 64 1 : Depends on memory (400 : standard, 800 : with Fax Function
Upgrade Unit)
Taiwan area
Taiwan Area parameters added.
Paper may not be fed with a certain application, by-pass feed, and N-job ON
after a jam or paper end condition occurs and a jam or paper end condition
is cleared.
SC819 is indicated after a copy job is finished with ‘Store file’ then, printing
‘Stored file’.
The following corrections have been made. V1.29
The machine may freeze during printing in the following conditions:
• Combine and page numbering mode.
• Original jam during printing in combine mode.
SYMPTOM
Image skew when feeding from mainframe Trays 1 and 2.
Cause
The operator does not set the side fence flush against the paper stack.
Field Action 1
Advise customers that the side fence should be set flush against the loaded paper stack,
or in cases where the customer gives approval, secure the side fences in place with two
screws.
Note: The level of skew will increase twofold if there is a 1mm gap between the paper and
side fence.
Field Action 2
As a supplement, the level of skew can be further minimized by increasing the paper
buckle with SP1-003. Try adjusting this value several times while checking the level of
skew on the printouts, keeping in mind that a higher value tends to cause Z-folds and a
lower value tends to cause paper jams.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/2
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 20-Dec-02 No.: RB051003
Field Action 3
The following sheets of Mylar have been added to the side fence from the September
production. For the field machines, please refer to the procedure below.
Procedure
1. Clean the attachment surface on the
Front Side Fence (AF016097)
with alcohol.
2. Attach the Mylar (G0702735) to the
Front Side Fence as shown in the
illustration.
SYMPTOM
When the main switch is turned on, the error message “Hardware Ethernet Problem” may
be displayed under the following condition on the GW-based products.
Conditions:
• Network speed on the hub has been set to 100Mbps fixed with full duplex, and
• Length of network cable is too long (60 m or more) or the cable quality is not good
enough
CAUSE
When the main switch is turned on, the machine performs a loop-back test. If the cable
length is too long or its quality is not good enough, the damping factor for the data
transmission becomes worse, and the machine incorrectly detects an error during this test.
This happens only when the network speed is set to 100Mbps fixed with full duplex. The
PHY chip used on the controller board causes this.
SOLUTION
- Temporary Solution -
• Set the network speed on the hub to Auto-sensing,
• Use a shorter cable or a cable with a lower damping factor, or
• Disconnect the network cable and power on the printer; then, set the cable after the
printer comes to the ready condition.
- Permanent Solution -
The controller firmware will be modified to avoid the incorrect detection of this error
message. The schedule of firmware modification is as follows.
Product Type Product Firmware Modification NOTE:
Cut-in Schedule
Firmware will be
Fax Kaiser 3 at next modification
Printer Model-K P1 posted in the usual
Model-K P2 manner when it is
Model-J P1b released.
Model-J CF
Model-U P1e ’03 January production run
Model-A P3 ’03 March production run
MFP Model-R C2 at next modification run
Model-A C2
Model-M C1
Model-U C1 ’03 February production run
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/8
Reissued: 31-Jan-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001a
RTB Reissue
The items in bold italics have been added.
Subject: Firmware History - Copier Prepared by: H.K.
From: Technical Services Sec. Service Planning Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Other (Firmware History)
This is to inform you of the Copier firmware history (BICU, Operation Panel, FAX, FCU).
Asian version
Versi Firmware / Versions
on
BICU(Engine) Operation Panel LCD FAX application FCU
Firmware version Firmware versio Firmware version Firmware version
No. No. n No. No.
1.06 B0515554N 1.213:01 B0515531A 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.05 B0515554M 1.212:01 B0515531A 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.04 B0515554L 1.204:1 B0515531A 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.03 B0515554K 1.204:1 B0515531A 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.02 B0515554J 1.202.01 B0515531A 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.019 UraC1CardV1 1.192:01 B0515531A 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
192.bin
1.192:01
SP2-905-01: (Paper transfer roller type)
To improve the transferability, the shape of the paper transfer roller has been
changed from the 1st production. Due to this modification, paper transfer
currents (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032) and paper transfer adjustment (SP2-
903-01) have been reviewed. The settings for August production machines
have been input on the production line. This SP changes the default and
factory settings for SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032 and SP2-903-01 for both
types. It is necessary to set the type to 0 and press # key when firmware
version 1.181:01 or older (August production machines) is updated to
1.192:01 or newer for the first time. This is because the machine cannot
judge which data (old or new) should be used for paper transfer currents.
Check the SP settings after updating the firmware (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-
032, and SP2-903-01).
Note: All settings will be initialized to their new defaults (see tables below),
therefore any previously input field customized settings must be re-input
manually.
0: New paper transfer roller type (Drum type), 1: Old paper transfer roller
type (straight type)
FAX application
Symptom Corrected Version
First release 1.17
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 6/8
Reissued: 31-Jan-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001a
FCU
Symptom Corrected Version
Job numbers for standby for FAX transmission by LAN FAX (P/C FAX) : 03.01.00
System Switch 19 No.4 (SP1-101-026 ; page 4-17 in S/M)
System Switch 19 No.4 (SP1-101-026 ; page 4-17) added to FAX SP mode.
Job numbers for standby for FAX transmission by LAN FAX (P/C FAX) are
limited as follows :
0 : 64 1 : Depends on memory (400 : standard, 800 : with Fax Function
Upgade Unit)
Taiwan area
Taiwan Area parameters added.
SP code Class1and 2
SP
2-310 2-311 2-312 2-313 2-314
Class 3
LL1 LL2 NN1 NN2 HH
-1 25 27 28 29 30
-2 25 28 30 30 30
-3 25 29 32 31 30
-4 25 28 31 30 28
-5 25 27 30 28 26
-6 26 28 29 30 31
-7 26 29 31 31 31
-8 26 30 33 32 31
-9 26 29 32 31 29
-10 26 28 31 29 27
-11 14 15 15 16 16
-12 15 15 15 15 15
-13 16 15 14 15 15
-14 18 16 14 14 14
-15 20 17 14 14 14
-16 28 28 27 29 30
-17 30 29 28 31 33
-18 28 29 30 33 36
-19 28 29 30 32 34
-20 28 29 30 31 32
-21 29 29 28 30 31
-22 31 30 29 32 34
-23 29 30 31 34 37
-24 29 30 31 33 35
-25 29 30 31 32 33
-26 12 13 14 14 14
-27 16 16 16 15 15
-28 20 19 17 17 16
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 8/8
Reissued: 31-Jan-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001a
-29 24 23 23 23 22
-30 28 29 30 29 28
-31 16 17 17 18 18
-32 20 21 21 22 22
New defaults for SP2- 903
[0 to 70.0 /1.0/ 0.1µA/step]
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/1
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 24-Jan-03 No.: RB051004
1. Step description: pp. 3-43, 3-46, 3-47, 3-48 (twice), 3-49 (twice), 3-50 (twice), 3 -51, 3 -52.
Incorrect:
Open the controller box (3.92).
Correct:
Open the controller box (3.10.1 ).
[A]
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/3
Reissued: 12-Feb-03
Model: General RTB Date: 4-Feb-03 No.: RGene013a
RTB Reissue
The items in bold italics have been corrected or added.
Subject: Service remarks at installation Prepared by: T. Itoh
From: Technical Service Sec. Service Planning Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
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Other (Specification change)
Please note the following change in counter specification. Although a production line
modification will not be applied to some products, the action described in 4. Important
Notes for Installation below must be taken for all products at installation.
Overview:
Electronic counters will now be set to 0 when released from the factory, instead of being
set to a negative value.
Background:
Previously, counters were set to a negative value when shipped from the factory, and later
set to “0” at installation, following installation test copies/prints. However this may cause
confusion among some customers as to why the counter value at the commencement of
the contract is “0”, even though some installation test copies have already been made.
Details:
1. Specification Change
Specification
Current • The initial value of the electrical counter is negative when products
are shipped from the factory.
2. Firmware Modification
Due to the counter modification, SP5-849 has also been changed as follows for products
that have this SP mode (listed below).
SP mode name: Specification:
Current Counter Clear • When the electrical counter is changed from a
Day negative value to 0, the machine recognizes this
as the counter clear day and stores this date in the
NVRAM.
New Installation Date • When the electrical counter reaches a value of
20, the machine recognizes this as the installation
date and stores this date in the NVRAM.
NOTE: The following products have SP5-849. The new firmware for these products has
not yet been released. However, the release notes for each will clearly mention the
new firmware version.
NOTE: The counter change will be applied as a running change to production units only.
For machines already shipped out or in the field, please be sure to take the action
described below in Section 4.
1. If the product is from before the counter modification, i.e. the counter is at a negative
value, be sure to set the counter to 0 first, then make the installation test samples.
Digital products Set the electrical counter to 0 with SP mode.
Analog products Set the mechanical counter to 0 with a reset key (tool).
2. If the product is modified, i.e. the counter is already at 0 (or above 0 following pre-
installation at a service depot), simply make the installation test samples.
3. After completing the installation, make sure to record the counter value. This is very
important, as this value will be used for billing with Meter Click contracts. Also, inform
the customer of the value along with the reason why the counter does not start from
“0”.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/10
Reissued: 25-Feb-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001b
RTB Reissue
The items in bold italics have been added or changed.
Subject: Firmware History - Copier Prepared by: H.K.
From: Technical Services Sec. Service Planning Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Other (Firmware History)
This is to inform you of the Copier firmware history (BICU, Operation Panel, FAX, FCU).
European version
Versi Firmware / Versions
on
BICU(Engine) Operation Panel LCD FAX application FCU
Firmware version Firmware versio Firmware version Firmware version
No. No. n No. No.
1.08 B0515554Q 1.242:01 B0515537C 1.19 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.07 B0515554P 1.233:01 B0515537C 1.19 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.06 B0515554N 1.213:01 B0515537C 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.05 B0515554M 1.212:01 B0515537C 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.04 B0515554L 1.204:1 B0515537C 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.03 B0515554K 1.204:1 B0515537C 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.02 B0515554J 1.202.01 B0515537C 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.019 UraC1CardV1 1.192:01 B0515537C 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
192.bin
With this new SP, it is possible to adjust the interval for charge
corona cleaning in the middle of a job:
Old:
The charge corona cleaning is carried out after 600
development counts (SP2-801-1), at job end or after 700
development counts (no adjustment) in the middle of the job.
After
The charge corona cleaning is carried out after 600
development counts (SP2-801-1), at job end or after 700
development counts (= the sum of the settings in SP2-801-1 and
-3) in the middle of the job.
SC571
Software changed so that oil end detection is not counted for
supplying oil from the oil tank to the oil reservoir in the oil supply
unit while the fusing unit is not working (i.e. SCs and jams). This
is to avoid oil overflow conditions that can be caused by winter
humidity (humidification).
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 5/10
Reissued: 25-Feb-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001b
Symptom Corrected Version
Text mode in mono color mode
Text Mode in mono color mode also uses the separation filter,
which may sometimes cause separation errors. The separation
filter has been reviewed.
The machine may freeze when a paper jam occurs or when the
main switch is turned on (found in laboratory tests).
1.192:01
SP2-905-01: (Paper transfer roller type)
To improve the transferability, the shape of the paper transfer roller has been
changed from the 1st production. Due to this modification, paper transfer
currents (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032) and paper transfer adjustment (SP2-
903-01) have been reviewed. The settings for August production machines
have been input on the production line. This SP changes the default and
factory settings for SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032 and SP2-903-01 for both
types. It is necessary to set the type to 0 and press # key when firmware
version 1.181:01 or older (August production machines) is updated to
1.192:01 or newer for the first time. This is because the machine cannot
judge which data (old or new) should be used for paper transfer currents.
Check the SP settings after updating the firmware (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-
032, and SP2-903-01).
Note: All settings will be initialized to their new defaults (see tables below),
therefore any previously input field customized settings must be re-input
manually.
0: New paper transfer roller type (Drum type), 1: Old paper transfer roller
type (straight type)
FCU
Symptom Corrected Version
Supports the MLB function. 04.00.01
Job numbers for standby for FAX transmission by LAN FAX (P/C FAX) are
limited as follows :
0 : 64 1 : Depends on memory (400 : standard, 800 : with Fax Function
Upgade Unit)
Taiwan area
Taiwan Area parameters added.
Paper may not be fed with a certain application, by-pass feed, and N-job ON
after a jam or paper end condition occurs and a jam or paper end condition is
cleared.
SC819 is indicated after a copy job is finished with ‘Store file’ then, printing
‘Stored file’.
The following corrections have been made. V1.29
Machine may freeze during printing in the following conditions:
Combine and page numbering mode.
Original jam during printing in combine mode.
This is to inform you of the Printer firmware history (Printer, NCS, NFA, and Delivery).
Printer Service Card
Version Program No. C. SUM Effective Date
1.00 B4635570 CE7B August Production ‘02
1.01 B4635570A 079D Not apply to the production
machine
1.02 B4635570B 0784
1.03 B4635570C 393F October Production ‘02
1.04 B4635570D 22B9 January Production ‘03
2.00 B4635570E 59C1 February Production ‘03
NCS (NIB):
Symptom Corrected Version
When TCP/IP is disabled as the Effective Protocol in UP mode, the program version and NCS 3.70
number will not be displayed in SP mode or on the SMC list
The following functions are added for SMTP E-mail transmission.
SMTP Authentication
POP before SMTP
Supports the new IC chip on the new wireless LAN option (old chip discontinued) 3.55
TCP ports can be opened/closed.
NOTE: After disabling HTTP, it is not possible to access the target device through web
browser. To change the setting, please use telnet to open HTTP. When the telnet port is
disabled, it is necessary to clear the network settings (Memory Clear for NCS) to open the port.
Changed default setting of Autonet to OFF
Changed default setting of DHCP to ON.
Changed default setting of “diprint” to Enabled. 3.54
First release 3.53
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 3/3
Delivery:
Symptom Corrected Version
Supports the File Format Converter (MLB) function 2.00
Minor delivery module bug. 1.15
Operation flow for multiple scanning in platen mode improved. 1.13
If the operation SW is pressed while the machine is scanning the third set of 2000 originals 1.05
(SADF mode), the machine goes into auto off mode.
First release 1.01
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/2
Scanner:
Symptom Corrected Version
Supports the File Format Converter (MLB) function 2.00
Minor bug with delivery module. 1.15
Operation flow for multiple scanning in platen mode improved. 1.13
Scanning stops while scanning with the TWAIN driver for printer output.
If the operation SW is pressed while the machine is scanning the third set of 2000 originals 1.05
(SADF mode), the machine goes into auto off mode.
First release 1.02
PS3:
Symptom Corrected Version
With MKY images, the total quantity regulation and gamma processing is not performed 1.06
correctly.
Color processing bug with RCM color profile.
Incorrect polling with halftone and profile settings
Total quantity regulation not applied to text.
Image is stalled without gamma processing.
Default halftone setting changed from type1 to type5.
Image problem with indexed color space.
Modified for Adobe certification
Modified to support ctlz. 1.04
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/2
Subject: Blank area at the one side of the development unit Prepared by: S.Tomoe
From: Technical Services Sec. Service Planning Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
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SYMPTOM
A blank area may appear on one side of the image (development unit front or rear).
Mainframe gears
CAUSE
The development unit front gears engage their mainframe counterparts slightly differently
than the rear gears.
SOLUTION
Rotate the mainframe gears manually, removing the development unit(s) on which the
symptom occurs, then reinstall the unit(s).
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/8
Reissued: 2-Apr-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008a
RTB Correction
The items in bold italics have been corrected or added.
Subject: Troubleshooting for image problems Prepared by: S. Tomoe
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
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Contents
Sample 3 (Uneven image density caused by insufficient cleaning of the OPC belt) Sample 4 (White line caused by toner on the development roller
Sample 5 (Uneven image density caused by toner filming on the development roller) Sample 6 (Black line caused by scratch on the fusing belt/pressure roller)
1
1.2 TROUBLESHOOTING
Please use the following flowchart to take action in response to the six image problems on page 1.
Sample 2
Y N
END Replace the oil supply unit. END Replace the PCU. Clean the inside of the laser unit
2
Make 5 copies of the C4 test chart From previous page
Replace the OPC cleaning unit Turn the development roller showing the Turn the development roller showing the
white line in the reverse direction (2 white line in the reverse direction (2
times). times).
Y Y
Replace the development unit causing Clean the development roller with a dry cloth.
the white line.
3
2. UNEVEN IMAGE DENSITY AT THE SIDE OF THE IMAGE
Y
Does the image problem N END
Replace the charge unit Clean the dust shield glass in the laser and still occur?
charge units (wire and grid).
Y
Y
Perform Forced Toner Supply
Is there any change in the Y Does the image problem N END
image (position, density, still occur?
etc)?
N Y N Replace the
Clean the development roller bias Is there an even layer of
Does the image problem development
terminal toner on the surface?
still occur? unit
4
3. BLACK AND WHITE DOTS
Do black/white N
Clean the scanner unit exposure glass
dots appear?
Does the image problem N Check the surface of the development roller
occur on all colors? showing the problem.
Y
Are there any particles N Replace the
Approx. 190mm pitch (Fusing belt) stuck to the roller, or is development unit
Y Do the dots appear at a
Approx. 125mm pitch (pressure roller) the roller damaged?
fixed interval (pitch)?
Y
N
Replace the fusing belt assembly or pressure Clean the development roller with a dry cloth
roller. Check the surface of the OPC and image
transfer belts.
Y Y
N
Does the image problem Clean the belt with a dry cloth. Replace the development unit showing
still occur?
the B/W dots.
5
4. DIRTY BACKGROUND
Does the image problem N Turn the development roller showing the
occur on all colors? backgrounding in the reverse direction (2
times).
N
Replace the OPC belt cleaning unit Does the image problem Clean the development roller with a dry cloth
still occur?
6
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/4
Reissued: 19-Mar-03
Model: General RTB Date: 4-Feb-03 No.: RGene013b
RTB Reissue
The items in bold italics have been corrected or updated.
Subject: Service remarks at installation Prepared by: T. Itoh
From: Technical Service Sec. Service Planning Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Other (Specification change)
Please note the following change in counter specification. Although a production line
modification will not be applied to some products, the action described in 4. Important
Notes for Installation below must be taken for all products at installation.
Overview:
Electronic counters will now be set to 0 when released from the factory, instead of being
set to a negative value.
Background:
Previously, counters were set to a negative value when shipped from the factory, and later
set to “0” at installation, following installation test copies/prints. However this may cause
confusion among some customers as to why the counter value at the commencement of
the contract is “0”, even though some installation test copies have already been made.
Details:
1. Specification Change
Specification
Current • The initial value of the electrical counter is negative when products
are shipped from the factory.
2. Firmware Modification
Due to the counter modification, SP5-849 has also been changed as follows for products
that have this SP mode (listed below).
NOTE: The following products have SP5-849. The new firmware for these products has
not yet been released. However the release notes for each will clearly mention the
new firmware version.
NOTE: The counter change will be applied as a running change to production units only.
For machines already shipped out or in the field, please be sure to take the action
described below in Section 4.
NOTE: For Martini-C1 mainframes assembled in Japan, the counter change will be
applied from the first unit of April ’03 production. For mainframes assembled
at REI, the change will be applied midway through April production. These
cut-in serial numbers will be announced as soon as they have been
confirmed.
NOTE: The change will also be applied to analog models J2SS-C3 and Whale, as
production will continue for a while. However, as these models use only
mechanical counters, the initial value when shipped from the factory will be
1 or 2 (not 0), following the 1 or 2 factory test copies.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 4/4
Reissued: 19-Mar-03
Model: General RTB Date: 4-Feb-03 No.: RGene013b
2. If the product is modified, i.e. the counter is already at 0 (or above 0 following pre-
installation at a service depot), simply make the installation test samples.
3. After completing the installation, make sure to record the counter value. This is very
important, as this value will be used for billing with Meter Click contracts. Also, inform
the customer of the value along with the reason why the counter does not start from
“0”.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/4
Reissued: 26-Mar-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 25-Feb-03 No.: RB051005a
RTB Reissue
The items in bold italics have been added.
Subject: Firmware History - Printer Prepared by: S. Tomoe
From: Technical Services Sec. Service Planning Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Other (Firmware History)
NCS (NIB):
Symptom Corrected Version
When TCP/IP is disabled as the Effective Protocol in UP mode, the program version and NCS 3.70
number will not be displayed in SP mode or on the SMC list
The following functions are added for SMTP E-mail transmission.
SMTP Authentication
POP before SMTP
Supports the new IC chip on the new wireless LAN option (old chip discontinued) 3.55
TCP ports can be opened/closed.
NOTE: After disabling HTTP, it is not possible to access the target device through web
browser. To change the setting, please use telnet to open HTTP. When the telnet port is
disabled, it is necessary to clear the network settings (Memory Clear for NCS) to open the port.
Changed default setting of Autonet to OFF
Changed default setting of DHCP to ON.
Changed default setting of “diprint” to Enabled. 3.54
First release 3.53
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 4/4
Reissued: 26-Mar-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 25-Feb-03 No.: RB051005a
NFA:
Symptom Corrected Version
Supports File Format Converter (MLB) function 1.66
Following delivery, the next Rx document cannot be delivered to the server, even if the 1.27
machine is connected to the server.
The does not enter the auto off mode after the waiting Rx document for delivery has been
delted.
First release 1.26
Delivery:
Symptom Corrected Version
Supports the File Format Converter (MLB) function 2.00
Minor delivery module bug. 1.15
Operation flow for multiple scanning in platen mode improved. 1.13
If the operation SW is pressed while the machine is scanning the third set of 2000 originals 1.05
(SADF mode), the machine goes into auto off mode.
First release 1.01
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/1
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 1-Apr-03 No.: RB051009
SYMPTOM
- SC672, SC827, SC836, SC990, or SC819 is displayed.
- Printer or Scanner mode does not respond.
- No display on the operation panel.
CAUSE
Poor contact between the controller board DIMMs and connectors, caused by dust and
other particles that can be attracted to the contact areas.
SOLUTION
Check the contact points described below for each symptom, then remove the DIMMs and
clean the DIMM terminals with alcohol.
SYMPTOM
A4 and 11 x 8 1/2 sheets multi-feed when fed from the bypass tray and then jam in the
fusing unit, after which the pressure roller strippers can damage the pressure roller or
fusing belt when the paper is removed.
CAUSE
When the operator forgets to specify the paper size (with the “#” key) and an LEF feed
direction with A4 (11 x 8 1 /2), the machine regards the size as A3 (11x17 SEF), since it
can only directly detect the width, causing it to sometimes feed two sheets at once.
Note: As the machine is unable to detect the length of paper fed from the bypass tray, the
default feed direction for the tray is SEF.
SOLUTION
Production line
1. To ensure the above multi-feeds do not occur, the default setting for SP1-940 (Bypass
paper feed priority) has been changed from 0 (SEF) to 1 (LEF). This has been applied
from March 2003 production. The LEF setting ensures that when A4 LEF (11 x 8 1/2)
is set in the bypass tray, the machine detects this as the size, even though it has the
same width as a sheet of A3 (11x17).
2. An instruction decal will be added to the bypass feed table advising customers to be
sure and set the paper size and feed direction before feeding from the bypass tray.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
As previously announced, the UC-1 firmware has been modified to support the MLB (file
format converter) and SMTP authentication protocol from February ’03 production. To do
this, a large-scale modification of the core program areas was necessary, eliminating the
compatibility of software types from before/after the modification.
NOTE: This is true even when the MLB option is not installed.
Affected
Version Symptom Corrected
Language
2.68 The translations for “Sort” and “Stack” were reversed. Portuguese
2.65 1st mass production
Language Group 2:
Japanese, US English, UK English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Finnish, Polish,
Hungarian, Russian
Affected
Version Symptom Corrected
Language
2.65 1st mass production
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/2
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 9-Apr-03 No.: RB051012
Using the Language Kit.
1. Insert the IC card containing the firmware into the controller IC card slot.
2. Turn ON the main power. Then, chose either the First or Second display language for
the update.
Note: It is also possible to write to both the First and Second languages.
3. Start the update.
4. Select the appropriate display language in User Tools.
As shown in the table below, there are some cases where certain languages cannot be
displayed, depending on the type of operation panel software:
Key:
O: Can be displayed.
∆: Can be displayed, but printer application window is not displayed correctly.
X: Cannot be displayed.
In accordance with the firmware modification for SMTP authentication and the MLB (file
format converter) applied from February 2003, the following are the requirements and SP
modes added for use of SMTP authentication. For details on using the MLB, please refer
to the MLB Manual already released.
1. Related software
The following are the firmware versions necessary to enable SMTP authentication.
NOTE: Make sure to also update to the versions listed in RTB #RB051011 together as a
set to avoid interchangeability-related problems.
2. New SP modes
The following SP modes have been added (5852-3 to 5853-13). Please also see the
procedure below on enabling SMTP authentication on machines produced up until
January 2003.
SP Number/Name Function/[Setting]
5852 SMTP/POP
001 SMTP Server Name Input the IP address or host name of the SMTP server.
Use up to 127 alphanumeric characters.
002 SMTP Port Number Input the port number used when sending e-mail to the
SMTP server.
[1~65535 / 25 / 1]
003 Authorization Validates the SMTP function. SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer
Protocol) is the protocol for communication between
Internet main MTAs (Message Transfer Agents).
[0~1 / 0 / 1]
0: OFF: Disables SMTP
1: ON: Enables SMTP
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/3
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 22-Apr-03 No.: RB051013
SP Number/Name Function/[Setting]
5852 004 User Name Sets the SMTP user name.
005 Password Sets the SMTP password.
006 SMTP Auth. Sets encryption method for the transfer password in
Encryption SMTP validation.
[0~2 / 0 / 1]
0: Auto: Allows three methods for encryption in SMTP
validation: LOGIN, PLAIN, or CRAM-MD5.
1: OFF: Allows two methods for SMTP validation:
LOGIN, PLAIN.
2: ON: Allows only one method for SMTP validation:
CRAM-MD5.
007 POP before SMTP A flag that determines whether the POP server is
connected before connecting to the SMTP server.
[0~1 / 0 / 1]
POP
0: OFF
1: ON
Post Office Protocol (POP) servers are computers that
receive mail using SMTP. The mail includes a setting to
ensure that it is directed to the POP server. POP servers
are used when the user is not permanently connected to
the Internet.
008 POP Server Name Sets the POP server name.
Enter up to 127 alphanumeric characters.
009 POP Port Number Sets the POP port number.
[1~65535 / 110 / 1]
010 POP User Name Sets the POP user name.
Enter up to 63 alphanumeric characters.
011 POP Password Sets the POP password.
Enter up to 63 alphanumeric characters.
012 POP Auth. Encryption Sets the encryption method for the password when
SP5852-007 (POP Before SMTP) is in use.
[0~2 / 0 / 1]
0: Auto: Allows two methods for encryption: APOP and
normal encryption to match the settings of the POP
server.
1: OFF: Allows only normal encryption.
2: ON: Allows only APOP encryption.
013 Time out Setting for Sets the wait time after POP validation until the SMTP
POP mail is sent.
[0~10000/ 300 /1 ms]
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 3/3
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 22-Apr-03 No.: RB051013
5. Print out the NIB summary report again and confirm the above SP settings.
Note: For security purposes, the user name and password do not appear on the list.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/5
Reissued: 7-May-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051002b
RTB Reissue
The items in bold italics have been added or changed.
Subject: Firmware History - Main Unit Controller Prepared by: H.K.
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Other (Firmware History)
Paper may not be fed with a certain application, by-pass feed, and N-job ON
after a jam or paper end condition occurs and a jam or paper end condition is
cleared.
SC819 is indicated after a copy job is finished with ‘Store file’ then, printing
‘Stored file’.
The following corrections have been made. V1.29
Machine may freeze during printing in the following conditions:
Combine and page numbering mode.
Original jam during printing in combine mode.
This is to inform you of the Copier firmware history (BICU, Operation Panel, FAX, FCU).
European version
Versi Firmware / Versions
on
BICU(Engine) Operation Panel LCD FAX application FCU
Firmware version Firmware versio Firmware version Firmware version
No. No. n No. No.
1.09 B0515554R 1.253:01 B0515537C 1.19 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.08 B0515554Q 1.242:01 B0515537C 1.19 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.07 B0515554P 1.233:01 B0515537C 1.19 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.06 B0515554N 1.213:01 B0515537C 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.05 B0515554M 1.212:01 B0515537C 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.04 B0515554L 1.204:1 B0515537C 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.03 B0515554K 1.204:1 B0515537C 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.02 B0515554J 1.202.01 B0515537C 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.019 UraC1CardV1 1.192:01 B0515537C 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
192.bin
NOTE : Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.01.5 or later. For fetails, please refer to RTB
#RB051014 (b lack faint images) and .
In color mode (2C or more) with LT LEF and duplex, SC280 is mis- 1.242:01
detected if 5 or more originals are scanned during machine warm-up.
With this new SP, it is possible to adjust the interval for charge corona
cleaning in the middle of a job:
Old:
The charge corona c leaning is carried out after 600 (SP2-801-1)
development counts, at job end or after 700 (no adjustment)
development counts (stops in the middle of the job).
After
The charge corona cleaning is carried out after 600 (SP2-801-1)
development counts, at job end or after 700 (= the sum of the
settings in SP2-801-1 and -3) development counts (stops in the
middle of the job).
SC571
Software changed so that oil end detection is not counted for supplying
oil from the oil tank to the oil reservoir in the oil supply unit while the
fusing unit is not working (i.e. SCs and jams). This is to avoid oil
overflow conditions that can be caused by winter humidity
(humidification).
Machine may freeze when a paper jam occurs or when the main
switch is turned on (found in laboratory tests).
1.192:01
SP2-905-01: (Paper transfer roller type)
To improve the transferability, the shape of the paper transfer roller has been
changed from the 1 st production. Due to this modification, paper transfer
currents (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032) and paper transfer adjustment (SP2-
903-01) have been reviewed. The settings for August production machines
have been input on the production line. This SP changes the default and
factory settings for SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032 and SP2-903-01 for both
types. It is necessary to set the type to 0 and press # key when firmware
version 1.181:01 or older (August production machines) is updated to
1.192:01 or newer for the first time. This is because the machine cannot
judge which data (old or new) should be used for paper transfer currents.
Check the SP settings after updating the firmware (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-
032, and SP2-903-01).
Note: All settings will be initialized to their new defaults (see tables below),
therefore any previously input field customized settings must be re-input
manually.
0: New paper transfer roller type (Drum type), 1: Old paper transfer roller
type (straight type)
FCU
Symptom Corrected Version
Supports MLB function. 04.00.01
Job numbers for standby for FAX transmission by LAN FAX (P/C FAX) are
limited as follows :
0 : 64 1 : Depends on memory (400 : standard, 800 : with Fax Function
Upgade Unit)
Taiwan area
Taiwan Area parameters added.
Paper may not be fed with a certain application, by-pass feed, and N-job ON
after a jam or paper end condition occurs and a jam or paper end condition is
cleared.
SC819 is indicated after a copy job is finished with ‘Store file’ then, printing
‘Stored file’.
The following corrections have been made. V1.29
Machine may freeze during printing in the following conditions:
Combine and page numbering mode.
Original jam during printing in combine mode.
1. SYMPTOM
Image density becomes lighter across the image, beginning from the leading edge and
both sides. This is visible in solid image and halftone areas, and occurs more easily with:
1) B/W image areas
2) Originals with low image coverage ratios and
3) Jobs with a low quantity of sets (e.g. 1 or 2P/J)
Sample:
Feed direction
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/3
Reissued: 30-Jun-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 16-Jun-03 No.: RB051014a
2. CAUSE
The lubricant applied to the OPC belt gets inside the black development unit via the
development roller, causing the friction level on the roller surface to decrease. This makes
it more difficult for the toner to be transferred onto the roller surface, causing the image to
gradually get lighter.
Note: The symptom temporarily subsides when the toner cartridge is replaced and new
toner is supplied to the hopper (the concentration of lubricant in the unit is minimized).
However, it will recur when the above process repeats.
3. SOLUTION
1. When the symptom is reported:
Please perform the following update and replacements, which will minimize the
chances of symptom occurrence. The modified firmware reduces the amount of
lubrication used on the OPC, which in effect minimizes the amount of lubrication that
can get inside the development unit and toner cartridge.
After updating the firmware, input the following default values manually.
Please use this RTB as a troubleshooting guide for skewed, trapezoid and parallelogram
images.
Correcting Skewed, Parallelogram,
and Trapezoid Images
Model U-C1
Contents
Feed direction
Parallel
Parallel
Skewed image may
also appear in the
opposite orientation.
Feed direction
Parallel
1
1.3 PARALLELOGRAM IMAGES
• Like skewed images, the leading/trailing edges and left/right edges are parallel to each
other, but here, the leading and trailing edges are both slanted with respect to the
paper’s edge.
Feed direction
Parallel Parallel
Parallelogram may
also appear in the
opposite orientation.
Paper Image Area
2
2. CHECKING THE IMAGE WITH THE TRIMMING
PATTERN
Print out 5, A3 Trimming Patterns from
SP5-955 (value: 11)
Skewed Parallelogram
Trapezoid
Combination skewed
and trapezoid image
3
3. CORRECTING THE IMAGES
3.1 FLOWCHART
Please use the following flowchart to correct skewed, parallelogram, and trapezoid images
described on page 3.
Action 2 Does a
Do the above still
(Trapezoid, N parallelogram image OK N
Y occur?
Skewed+Trapezoid) occur?
Y Y
4
3.2 ACTION
5
Action 2 (trapezoid image or skewed + trapezoid image of trimming pattern)
Attach the following two spacers to the fusing rail and fusing unit as shown below.
Applied from: May 2003 production.
6
Attaching the Spacer to the Fusing Rail
B
Rear side
plate
Sliding rail cutout
Notes:
• The actual color of the B0514370 service part rail spacer is black.
• After attaching the spacer, move the fusing unit along the rail to make sure the spacer
does not interfere with the rail.
Sliding Rail
7
Attaching the Spacer to the Fusing Unit
1. Remove the fusing unit. Then, remove the oil supply unit.
2. Remove the gear bracket [A] (2 screws).
3. Remove the upper cover [B] (2 screws, 1 shoulder screw).
4. Remove the drive gear [C].
5. Remove the pressure side plate securing screw (rear side only) [D].
A C
8
Important: In the next step, be sure to lift up the shaft slowly and gently. If it is lifted up
too quickly or with too much force, the fusing lamp will be damaged.
6. Lift up the shaft [A] very gently, just enough so that the lower pressure spacer can be
inserted. While holding the shaft up, insert the lower pressure spacer (B0514371)
between the pressure side plate [B] and lower cover.
Note: Insert the spacer so that the positioning projections can pass through the hole
and cut-outs in the spacer (see illustrations below).
Lifting up Positioning
slightly and projections
gently.
Lower pressure spacer
B0514371
Projections should
pass through holes
and cut-outs.
9
Important: Check the following after attachment
Make sure that:
! Positioning projection [A] is visible
! The edge of the lower pressure spacer (B0514371) is aligned with the lower cover edge
[B], i.e. not positioned inside or projecting out from the cover edge.
10
Action 3 (parallelogram image of trimming pattern)
Adjust the position of the laser optics-housing unit as described in the Service Manual, pg.
3-12 to 3-15.
[B]
B051R107.WMF
Paper feed
(A3 SEF)
B051R901.WMF
11
Action 4 (parallelogram image in platen mode)
Parallelogram slants to the right # Raise the left side of the scanner unit.
Parallelogram slants to the left # Lower the left side of the scanner unit.
1. Remove the rear cover, scanner left cover, and upper left cover.
2. Mark the position of the left scanner reinforcement plate by drawing a line along the
lower edge (see the photograph below).
3. While holding the scanner unit in place, loosen the 6 screws of the left scanner
reinforcement plate.
Note: The scanner must be held in place, because it will tend to sink due to its own
weight.
4. Raise or lower the scanner with respect to the reference line, then tighten the screws.
12
Action 5 (original skew)
! If there is no difference in resistance between the front and rear, adjust the ADF skew
as shown below in 6-1(see ARDF Skew Adjustment in the Service Manual, pg. 3-58).
! If the resistance with the rear sheet is larger than the front, adjust the skew as shown
below in 6-2.
DF (top) DF (bottom)
13
6-1 Adjusting the original skew with equal front/rear pulling loads
1. Peel off the black tape on the right hinge of the ADF.
2. Loosen the screw that secures the left hinge.
3. Change the position of the screw that secures the right hinge to the long hole.
Note: Do not tighten the screw at this moment.
4. Adjust the right hinge position to correct the skewed image:
Note: Shifting the hinge to the rear will slant the image to the right (and vice-versa).
5. Tighten both screws and check the copy image.
6. If it is not fixed, repeat steps 2 to 5.
14
6-2 Adjusting the original skew when the rear pulling load is larger
Raise the left side of the ADF by adding washers as shown below.
E
C
B,
C
B
15
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/1
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 24-Jul-03 No.: RB051016
Correct (bold):
5. Connect the cable [E] to the EXIOB board and route it as shown.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/5
Reissued: 28-Aug-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051002d
RTB Reissue
The items in bold italics have been added or changed.
Subject: Firmware History - Main Unit Controller Prepared by: S. Tomoe
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Other (Firmware History)
NOTE : In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.253 :01 or later. For fetails, please see RTB
#RB051014 (black faint images).
GSA version model names #12-15 (NA only) have been added to SP5-907-1 V2.01.4
(Plug & Play).
The following defaults have been returned to their values as mentioned in
v1.252, as they were reversed due to a programming error in v2.00.1:
Default DHCP: ON
Default Autonet: OFF
Machine may stall when the memory full condition is reached while storing an
image into memory if the MLB is not installed.
Paper may not be fed with a certain application, by-pass feed, and N-job ON
after a jam or paper end condition occurs and a jam or paper end condition is
cleared.
SC819 is indicated after a copy job is finished with ‘Store file’ then, printing
‘Stored file’.
The following corrections have been made. V1.29
Machine may freeze during printing in the following conditions:
Combine and page numbering mode.
Original jam during printing in combine mode.
This is to inform you of the Printer firmware history (Printer, NCS, NFA, and Delivery).
Printer Service Card
Version Program No. C. SUM Effective Date
1.00 B4635570 CE7B August Production ‘02
NCS (NIB):
Symptom Corrected Version
SC819 occurs after continuously receiving damaged packets from NetBEUI. 3.73
Default for DHCP changed to: ON. 3.72
Default for Autonet changed to: OFF.
Communication between the LAN card and printer in 802.11adhoc mode is sometimes
terminated when the condition of the EM waves remains constant.
When TCP/IP is disabled as the Effective Protocol in UP mode, the program version and NCS 3.70
number will not be displayed in SP mode or on the SMC list
The following functions are added for SMTP E-mail transmission.
SMTP Authentication
POP before SMTP
Supports the new IC chip on the new wireless LAN option (old chip discontinued) 3.55
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 4/4
Reissued: 22-Aug-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 25-Feb-03 No.: RB051005b
Symptom Corrected Version
TCP ports can be opened/closed.
NOTE: After disabling HTTP, it is not possible to access the target device through web
browser. To change the setting, please use telnet to open HTTP. When the telnet port is
disabled, it is necessary to clear the network settings (Memory Clear for NCS) to open the port.
Changed default setting of Autonet to OFF
Changed default setting of DHCP to ON.
Changed default setting of “diprint” to Enabled. 3.54
First release 3.53
NFA:
Symptom Corrected Version
The machine sometimes does not enter Auto Off mode when the operation switch is 1.67
turned OFF following DeskTopBinder capturing, fax reception or remote delivery.
Supports File Format Converter (MLB) function 1.66
Following delivery, the next Rx document cannot be delivered to the server, even if the 1.27
machine is connected to the server.
The does not enter the auto off mode after the waiting Rx document for delivery has been
delted.
First release 1.26
Delivery:
Symptom Corrected Version
A file full condition may occur following repeated connections to the POP server with 2.03
APOP auto connection.
An attached file is sometimes delivered as a text file. 2.02
Supports the File Format Converter (MLB) function 2.00
Minor delivery module bug. 1.15
Operation flow for multiple scanning in platen mode improved. 1.13
If the operation SW is pressed while the machine is scanning the third set of 2000 originals 1.05
(SADF mode), the machine goes into auto off mode.
First release 1.01
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/13
Reissued: 29-Aug-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001d
RTB Reissue
The items in bold italics have been added or changed.
Subject: Firmware History - Copier Prepared by: H.K.
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Other (Firmware History)
This is to inform you of the Copier firmware history (BICU, Operation Panel, FAX, FCU).
European version
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main
unit controller firmware to v2.02. or later.
To ensure proper printing quality, the default values for the following 1.253:01
SP modes have been reviewed and some SP modes newly added.
NOTE : Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.01.5 or later. For fetails, please refer to RTB
#RB051014 (black faint images) .
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 6/13
Reissued: 29-Aug-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001d
Symptom Corrected Version
In color mode (2C or more) with LT LEF and duplex, SC280 is mis- 1.242:01
detected if 5 or more originals are scanned during machine warm-up.
With this new SP, it is possible to adjust the interval for charge corona
cleaning in the middle of a job:
Old:
The charge corona cleaning is carried out after 600 (SP2-801-1)
development counts, at job end or after 700 (no adjustment)
development counts (stops in the middle of the job).
After
The charge corona cleaning is carried out after 600 (SP2-801-1)
development counts, at job end or after 700 (= the sum of the
settings in SP2-801-1 and -3) development counts (stops in the
middle of the job).
SC571
Software changed so that oil end detection is not counted for supplying
oil from the oil tank to the oil reservoir in the oil supply unit while the
fusing unit is not working (i.e. SCs and jams). This is to avoid oil
overflow conditions that can be caused by winter humidity
(humidification).
Machine may freeze when a paper jam occurs or when the main
switch is turned on (found in laboratory tests).
1.192:01
SP2-905-01: (Paper transfer roller type)
To improve the transferability, the shape of the paper transfer roller has been
changed from the 1st production. Due to this modification, paper transfer
currents (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032) and paper transfer adjustment (SP2-
903-01) have been reviewed. The settings for August production machines
have been input on the production line. This SP changes the default and
factory settings for SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032 and SP2-903-01 for both
types. It is necessary to set the type to 0 and press # key when firmware
version 1.181:01 or older (August production machines) is updated to
1.192:01 or newer for the first time. This is because the machine cannot
judge which data (old or new) should be used for paper transfer currents.
Check the SP settings after updating the firmware (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-
032, and SP2-903-01).
Note: All settings will be initialized to their new defaults (see tables below),
therefore any previously input field customized settings must be re-input
manually.
0: New paper transfer roller type (Drum type), 1: Old paper transfer roller
type (straight type)
FCU
Symptom Corrected Version
Supports MLB function. 04.00.01
Job numbers for standby for FAX transmission by LAN FAX (P/C FAX) are
limited as follows :
0 : 64 1 : Depends on memory (400 : standard, 800 : with Fax Function
Upgade Unit)
Taiwan area
Taiwan Area parameters added.
This is to inform you of the Copier firmware history (BICU, Operation Panel, FAX, FCU).
European version
The lubrication cleaning time has been revised. The SP mode has
been subdivided into time for 1C and time for 2C/3C/4C.
-SP3-920-001 (Lubrication Cleaning Time: - 1C)
[0 ~ 100 / 50 / 1% /step]
-SP3-920-002 (Lubrication Cleaning Time: - 2C/3C/4C)
[0 ~ 100 / 100/ 1% /step]
When printing the magenta mono color, cyan color may mix
slightly on the magenta image.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 6/16
Reissued: 12-Sep-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001e
Symptom Corrected Version
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main
unit controller firmware to v2.02.9 or later.
The “toner cartridge setting error” is sometimes displayed even when 1.262:01
the cartridge has been set correctly. This is due to misdetection of the
information on the cartridge memory chip.
Default settings for the following have been changed (new defaults
underlined).
SP1-003-5,-6,-7 (Paper Buckle for By-pass Tray):
Note: This adjustment was added from v1.233:01, and the description
has been added to the v1.233.01 description below (previously
missing).
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 7/16
Reissued: 12-Sep-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001e
Symptom Corrected Version
SP modes newly added (listed below).
These SPs have been added to ensure proper (higher) transfer belt cleaning
by applying the following bias voltages at job end (OPC lubrication time):
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.02. or later.
To ensure proper printing quality, the default values for the following 1.253:01
SP modes have been revised while some SP modes have been
added.
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.01.5 or later. For details, please refer to RTB
#RB051014 (black faint images).
In color mode (2C or more) with LT LEF and duplex, SC280 is mis- 1.242:01
detected if 5 or more originals are scanned during machine warm-up.
With this new SP, it is possible to adjust the interval for charge corona
cleaning in the middle of a job:
Old:
The charge corona cleaning is carried out after 600 (SP2-801-1)
development counts, at job end or after 700 (no adjustment)
development counts (stops in the middle of the job).
After
The charge corona cleaning is carried out after 600 (SP2-801-1)
development counts, at job end or after 700 (= the sum of the
settings in SP2-801-1 and -3) development counts (stops in the
middle of the job).
SC571
Software changed so that oil end detection is not counted for supplying
oil from the oil tank to the oil reservoir in the oil supply unit while the
fusing unit is not working (i.e. SCs and jams). This is to avoid oil
overflow conditions that can be caused by winter humidity
(humidification).
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 9/16
Reissued: 12-Sep-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001e
Symptom Corrected Version
Machine may freeze when a paper jam occurs or when the main
switch is turned on (found in laboratory tests).
SC120 was shown instead of SC122 when the scanner home position
was initialized.
1.192:01
SP2-905-01: (Paper transfer roller type)
To improve the transferability, the shape of the paper transfer roller has been
changed from the 1st production. Due to this modification, paper transfer
currents (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032) and paper transfer adjustment (SP2-
903-01) have been reviewed. The settings for August production machines
have been input on the production line. This SP changes the default and
factory settings for SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032 and SP2-903-01 for both
types. It is necessary to set the type to 0 and press # key when firmware
version 1.181:01 or older (August production machines) is updated to
1.192:01 or newer for the first time. This is because the machine cannot
judge which data (old or new) should be used for paper transfer currents.
Check the SP settings after updating the firmware (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-
032, and SP2-903-01).
Note: All settings will be initialized to their new defaults (see tables below),
therefore any previously input field customized settings must be re-input
manually.
0: New paper transfer roller type (Drum type), 1: Old paper transfer roller
type (straight type)
FCU
Symptom Corrected Version
Supports MLB function. 04.00.01
Job numbers for standby for FAX transmission by LAN FAX (P/C FAX) are
limited as follows:
0: 64 1: Depends on memory (400: standard, 800: with Fax Function
Upgrade Unit)
Taiwan area
Taiwan Area parameters added.
SP code Class1and 2
SP
2-310 2-311 2-312 2-313 2-314
Class 3
LL1 LL2 NN1 NN2 HH
-1 25 27 28 29 30
-2 25 28 30 30 30
-3 25 29 32 31 30
-4 25 28 31 30 28
-5 25 27 30 28 26
-6 26 28 29 30 31
-7 26 29 31 31 31
-8 26 30 33 32 31
-9 26 29 32 31 29
-10 26 28 31 29 27
-11 14 15 15 16 16
-12 15 15 15 15 15
-13 16 15 14 15 15
-14 18 16 14 14 14
-15 20 17 14 14 14
-16 28 28 27 29 30
-17 30 29 28 31 33
-18 28 29 30 33 36
-19 28 29 30 32 34
-20 28 29 30 31 32
-21 29 29 28 30 31
-22 31 30 29 32 34
-23 29 30 31 34 37
-24 29 30 31 33 35
-25 29 30 31 32 33
-26 12 13 14 14 14
-27 16 16 16 15 15
-28 20 19 17 17 16
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 15/16
Reissued: 12-Sep-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001e
-29 24 23 23 23 22
-30 28 29 30 29 28
-31 16 17 17 18 18
-32 20 21 21 22 22
New defaults for SP2- 903
[0 to 70.0 /1.0/ 0.1µA/step]
NOTE : In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.253 :01 or later. For details, please see RTB
#RB051014 (black faint images).
GSA version model names #12-15 (NA only) have been added to SP5-907-1 V2.01.4
(Plug & Play).
The following defaults have been returned to their values as mentioned in
v1.252, as they were reversed due to a programming error in v2.00.1:
Default DHCP: ON
Default Autonet: OFF
Machine may stall when memory full condition is reached while storing an
image into memory if the MLB is not installed.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 3/6
Reissued: 12-Sep-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051002e
Symptom Corrected Version
Specification change V2.01.2
The counter specifications have been changed, as described in RTB #
RGene013.
MLB minor bug correction.
Supports MLB function V2.00.1
Paper may not be fed for certain applications, by-pass feed, and N-job ON
after a jam or paper end condition occurs and a jam or paper end condition is
cleared.
SC819 is indicated after a copy job is finished with ‘Store file’ then, printing
‘Stored file’.
The following corrections have been made: V1.29
Machine may freeze during printing in the following conditions:
Combine and page numbering mode.
Original jam during printing in combine mode.
Scanner:
Symptom Corrected Version
File full condition may occur following repeated connections to the POP server with 2.03
APOP auto connection.
Some Korean and Russian characters appear garbled on the SMC report.
An attached file is sometimes delivered as a text file. 2.02
Supports the File Format Converter (MLB) function 2.00
Minor bug with delivery module. 1.15
Operation flow for multiple scanning in platen mode improved. 1.13
Scanning stops while scanning with the TWAIN driver for printer output.
If the operation SW is pressed while the machine is scanning the third set of 2000 originals 1.05
(SADF mode), the machine goes into auto off mode.
First release 1.02
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/2
Reissued: 12-Sep-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 25-Feb-03 No.: RB051006a
PS3:
Symptom Corrected Version
The PS logo color printed on the PS configuration sheet appeared slightly blue. It 1.08
should be red.
The black over print mode sometimes does not work correctly.
With MKY images, the total quantity regulation and gamma processing is not performed 1.06
correctly.
Color processing bug with RCM color profile.
Incorrect polling with halftone and profile settings
Total quantity regulation not applied to text.
Image stalls without gamma processing.
Default halftone setting changed from type1 to type5.
Image problem with indexed color space.
Modified for Adobe certification
Modified to support ctlz. 1.04
This is to inform you of the Copier firmware history (BICU, Operation Panel, FAX, FCU).
An ITB cleaning blade has been added to the ITB cleaning system.
The condition of the image process has been changed. These SP
modes are used for the new ITB cleaning system.
Default settings for the following have been changed (new defaults
underlined).
SP1-003-5,-6,-7 (Paper Buckle for By-pass Tray):
Note: This adjustment was added from v1.233:01, and the description
has been added to the v1.233.01 description below (previously
missing).
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.02. or later.
To ensure proper printing quality, the default values for the following 1.262:01
SP modes have been revised while some SP modes have been
added.
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.01.5 or later. For details, please refer to RTB
#RB051014 (black faint images).
In color mode (2C or more) with LT LEF and duplex, SC280 is mis- 1.253:01
detected if 5 or more originals are scanned during machine warm-up.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 9/16
Reissued: 26-Sep-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001f
Symptom Corrected Version
With this new SP, it is possible to adjust the interval for charge corona
cleaning in the middle of a job:
Old:
The charge corona cleaning is carried out after 600 (SP2-801-1)
development counts, at job end or after 700 (no adjustment)
development counts (stops in the middle of the job).
After
The charge corona cleaning is carried out after 600 (SP2-801-1)
development counts, at job end or after 700 (= the sum of the
settings in SP2-801-1 and -3) development counts (stops in the
middle of the job).
SC571
Software changed so that oil end detection is not counted for supplying
oil from the oil tank to the oil reservoir in the oil supply unit while the
fusing unit is not working (i.e. SCs and jams). This is to avoid oil
overflow conditions that can be caused by winter humidity
(humidification).
Machine may freeze when a paper jam occurs or when the main
switch is turned on (found in laboratory tests).
SC120 was shown instead of SC122 when the scanner home position
was initialized.
1.202.01
SP2-905-01: (Paper transfer roller type)
To improve the transferability, the shape of the paper transfer roller has been
changed from the 1st production. Due to this modification, paper transfer
currents (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032) and paper transfer adjustment (SP2-
903-01) have been reviewed. The settings for August production machines
have been input on the production line. This SP changes the default and
factory settings for SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032 and SP2-903-01 for both
types. It is necessary to set the type to 0 and press # key when firmware
version 1.181:01 or older (August production machines) is updated to
1.192:01 or newer for the first time. This is because the machine cannot
judge which data (old or new) should be used for paper transfer currents.
Check the SP settings after updating the firmware (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-
032, and SP2-903-01).
Note: All settings will be initialized to their new defaults (see tables below),
therefore any previously input field customized settings must be re-input
manually.
0: New paper transfer roller type (Drum type), 1: Old paper transfer roller
type (straight type)
1.181:01
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 13/16
Reissued: 26-Sep-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001f
August production serial numbers
B051-17: J2526800001 to J2526800023
B051-27: J2526800024 to J2526800043
B052-17: J2626800001 to J2626800042
B052-27: J2626800043 to J2626800061
Note for Updating the BICU firmware of the August production machines
When the BICU firmware is updated from the August production machines to 1.204:1 or later for
the first time, be sure to update the main unit controller firmware to V1.332 or later at the same
time. (Refer to the main unit controller firmware history RTB (RTB No.2). Then, change the
following SP modes after updating the firmware.
SP2-905-01: (Paper transfer roller type): Select 0, then press #.
SP1-905-01 (pressure roller type): Select 0, then press #.
SP2-944-4 and –5: (OPC Lubrication – High Coverage): -4: Change setting from 20 to 30. –5:
Change the setting from 40 to 60.
FCU
Symptom Corrected Version
Supports MLB function. 04.00.01
Job numbers for standby for FAX transmission by LAN FAX (P/C FAX) are
limited as follows:
0: 64 1: Depends on memory (400: standard, 800: with Fax Function
Upgrade Unit)
Taiwan area
Taiwan Area parameters added.
Note: This does not occur under any other conditions, such as when
using the Copier function, setting the counter for page counts, or
making B/W prints or copies.
For firmware is V2.02 or before the document stored by the document sever
could not output after the controller firmware is updated to August or
September production version. The document stored by the document server
after updating the firmware can output. To solve this problem, this version is
released. This firmware is the same level of the August production without
the problem before 2003 August production. However, the document stored
by the document server when the controller firmware version is August or
September could not output after the controller firmware is modified to this
V2.02.9. Therefore, do not use this firmware for the August production or
September production machines. The August production and September
production machines do not cause this problem if the controller firmware is
updated to V2.02.9. For details, please refer to the table below.
NOTE : In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.275 :01 or later.
To improve the image quality of the text part received in the FAX text/photo
mode, data in the IPU processing has been revised.
SC819 when printing out the Scanner History List. V2.02
(for China, Taiwan, and Russia only ).
Some Korean characters appear garbled on the SMC report.
Modified in accordance with the BICU v1.253 :01 modification. V2.01.5
For details, please see RTB #RB051001c.
NOTE : In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.253 :01 or later. For details, please see RTB
#RB051014 (black faint images).
GSA version model names #12-15 (NA only) have been added to SP5-907-1 V2.01.4
(Plug & Play).
The following defaults have been returned to their values as mentioned in
v1.252, as they were reversed due to a programming error in v2.00.1:
Default DHCP: ON
Default Autonet: OFF
Machine may stall when memory full condition is reached while storing an
image into memory if the MLB is not installed.
Paper may not be fed for certain applications, by-pass feed, and N-job ON
after a jam or paper end condition occurs and a jam or paper end condition is
cleared.
SC819 is indicated after a copy job is finished with ‘Store file’ then, printing
‘Stored file’.
The following corrections have been made: V1.29
Machine may freeze during printing in the following conditions:
Combine and page numbering mode.
Original jam during printing in combine mode.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 4/7
Reissued: 26-Sep-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051002f
Symptom Corrected Version
SYMPTOM
A4 and 11 x 8 1/2 sheets multi-feed when fed from the bypass tray and then jam in the
fusing unit, after which the pressure roller strippers can damage the pressure roller or
fusing belt when the paper is removed.
CAUSE
When the operator forgets to specify the paper size (with the “#” key) and an LEF feed
direction with A4 (11 x 8 1 /2), the machine regards the size as A3 (11x17 SEF), since it
can only directly detect the width, causing it to sometimes feed two sheets at once.
Note: As the machine is unable to detect the length of paper fed from the bypass tray, the
default feed direction for the tray is SEF.
SOLUTION
Production line
1. To ensure the above multi-feeds do not occur, the default setting for SP1-940 (Bypass
paper feed priority) has been changed from 0 (SEF) to 1 (LEF). This has been applied
from March 2003 production. The LEF setting ensures that when A4 LEF (11 x 8 1/2)
is set in the bypass tray, the machine detects this as the size, even though it has the
same width as a sheet of A3 (11x17).
2. An instruction decal will be added to the bypass feed table advising customers to be
sure and set the paper size and feed direction before feeding from the bypass tray.
The following decals will be added to the B490-17 bypass tray unit as
accessories from November 2003 production. The English decal is used on the
Standard bypass table unit (NA version only: B052-17, -51, -57).
B4902581: Bypass feed decal - English
B4902582: Bypass feed decal - German
B4902583: Bypass feed decal - Italian
B4902584: Bypass feed decal - French
B4902585: Bypass feed decal - Spanish
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/2
Reissued: 7-Oct-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 1-Apr-03 No.: RB051010a
This is to inform you of the Language software history for the U-C1.
Language Group 1:
US English, UK English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Dutch, Norwegian, Danish,
Swedish, Portuguese, Czech
Affected
Version Symptom Corrected
Language
3.02 Wording corrections in Dutch: Dutch
"Printen zal starten an opwarmen" ----> "Printen zal starten na
opwarmen" "Zwart" ---> "Blanco"
Some German wording corrections. German
2.68 The translations for “Sort” and “Stack” were reversed. Portuguese
2.65 1st mass production
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/3
Reissued: 19-Sep-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 9-Apr-03 No.: RB051012a
Language Group 2
Japanese, US English, UK English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Finnish, Polish,
Hungarian, Russian
Affected
Version Symptom Corrected
Language
3.02 Incorrect terms corrected in the system settings menu of the All
user tools.
2.65 1st mass production
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 3/3
Reissued: 19-Sep-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 9-Apr-03 No.: RB051012a
Using the Language Kit.
1. Insert the IC card containing the firmware into the controller IC card slot.
2. Turn ON the main power. Then, chose either the First or Second display language for
the update.
Note: It is also possible to write to both the First and Second languages.
3. Start the update.
4. Select the appropriate display language in User Tools.
As shown in the table below, there are some cases where certain languages cannot be
displayed, depending on the type of operation panel software:
Key:
O: Can be displayed.
∆: Can be displayed, but printer application window is not displayed correctly.
X: Cannot be displayed.
This information is not for the Black Faint Image, but to ensure high cleaning
performance from the ITB cleaning unit and increase the durability of the OPC belt
cleaning unit, the PCU has been modified as follows: (B0519100 to B0529100)
For Black Faint Image please read Technical Bulletin RB051014a.
• A cleaning blade has been added to the ITB cleaning section.
• The material of the OPC-belt cleaning blade has been changed.
• Due to the additional cleaning blade in the ITB cleaning unit, an excessive load will be placed
on the cam of the ITB cleaning contact mechanism at the rear of the machine. This can cause
the cam to dislodge from the shaft. To correct this, a metal retaining ring has been used to
secure the cam instead of a plastic snap ring from the following cut-in serial numbers.
To ensure good printing, the development unit has also been modified.
(K: B0513204 or B0523204 to B0523214, M: B0513205 or B0523205 to B0523215)
Procedure
Adding the Cam Stopper to the ITB Cleaning Cam
1. Turn off the main switch.
2. Open the front cover.
3. Remove the old PCU.
4. Install the cam stopper [A] on the cam [B] so that the stopper does not stick out from the cam.
Note: The straight edges of the cam stopper and cam are aligned with each other. The cam
stopper will snap into position.
5. Install the new PCU.
[B]
[A]
Note: It is necessary to input the settings to determine the SP settings even if the correct
settings are indicated in the SP mode after the firmware is updated.
1. Input the following SP modes as indicated in the following table:
SP No. Description Setting for Setting for Setting for Setting for
New PCU K New Dev. New PCU + only new
(B0529100) unit K New dev. firmware
+ New (B0523214) unit (Old PCU &
Firmware + New (B0523214) Old Dev.
(Old K Dev. firmware + New Unit)
Unit) (Old PCU) Firmware
2-920-001 ITB Cleaning CL OFF Time 0 0 0 0
2-921-001 ITB Cleaning CL OFF Mode 0:
:New 1:
:Old 0:
:New 1:
:Old
PCU PCU PCU PCU
2-922-001 Dev CL ON after Job End 0:
:OFF 0:
:ON 0:
:OFF 1:
:ON
2-923-001 Lubricant after Toner End 1:
:ON 1:
:ON 1:
:ON 1:
:ON
2-924-001 ITB Cleaning Clutch Off/On 300 300 300 300
- Time
2-924-002 ITB Cleaning Clutch Off/On 2 0 2 0
- Number
2-941-001 OPC Lubrication time – 14 14 14 14
Interrupt
2-944-001 OPC Lubrication: High 1:
:Enable 1:
:Enable 1:
:Enable 1:
:Enable
Coverage - Setting
2-953-001 Image Position Adjustment 0:
:New 1:
:Old 0:
:New 1:
:Old
PCU PCU PCU PCU
3-911-001 Doc. Roller Rotation 1 (#) 1(#) 1(#) 1 (#)
Interval:M Dev. See note See Note See note See note
3-911-002 Doc. Roller Rotation 1 20 20 1
Interval:K Dev.
3-920-001 Lubrication Cleaning Time 50 50 50 50
– 1C
3-920-002 Lubrication Cleaning Time 100 100 100 100
– 2C/3C/4C
3-922-001 Lubricant Clutch OFF: 1C 6 6 6 6
3-922-002 Lubricant Clutch OFF: 6 6 6 6
2C/3C/4C
SP2-400-008 Cleaning Bias LL1: OPC 1400 1400 1400 1400
lubrication time
SP2-401-008 Cleaning Bias LL2: OPC 1400 1400 1400 1400
lubrication time
SP2-402-008 Cleaning Bias NN1: OPC 1400 1400 1400 1400
lubrication time
SP2-403-008 Cleaning Bias NN2: OPC 1400 1400 1400 1400
lubrication time
SP2-404-008 Cleaning Bias HH: OPC 1400 1400 1400 1400
lubrication time
SP2-938-001 OPC Reverse Interval 10 10 10 10
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 4/6
Reissued: 7-Oct-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 19-Sep-03 No.: RB051017a
Note: (#) When the M development unit is replaced with a new one (B0523215), change the setting
from 1 to 20.
(##) We recommend you use the new PCU and development unit when either the PCU or the
development unit is replaced for the production machines of August or later. If an old unit of
has to be used for the machines of August production or later as a spare part, it is necessary
to change the SP settings as shown in the table above, depending on the combination of old
and new parts/firmware used in the machine.
2. Do the following:
Item Description
SP7-804-02 PM counter reset PCU
SP3-001-001 Forced process control
ACC
1. Print out the test pattern of SP5-955-5 (1 dot Grid Pattern 0-1: 2 pages of A3/DLT or 4 pages of
A4/LT) in full color mode.
2. Increase the setting of the following SP by 1: SP2-950-5 (B052: 32 cpm) or SP2-950-13 (B051:
24 cpm).
3. Print out the same test pattern as in step 1.
4. Subtract 1 from the initial setting of SP2-950-5 (B052: 32 cpm) or SP2-950-13 (B051: 24 cpm).
5. Print out the same test pattern as in step 1.
6. A3/DLT printing:
Compare the grid pattern in the center of the first sheet and second sheet of each setting
(initial, +1, -1). Then select the printout with the most closely aligned grid pattern. Then set
SP2-950-5 (B052: 32 cpm) or SP2-950-13 (B051: 24 cpm) to the value that produced that print.
A4/LT printing:
Compare the grid pattern near the trailing edge of the first sheet and third sheet of each
setting (initial, +1, -1). Then select the printout with the most closely aligned grid pattern.
Then set SP2-950-5 (B052: 32 cpm) or SP2-950-13 (B051: 24 cpm) to the value that produced
that print.
New PCU
The new PCU unit has a circular seal on the front side of the PCU.
Circular seal
Estimated side effects with incorrect combination with firmware/SP settings and
old/new PCU
Firmware version July version or August version Permanent version (October or later)
before
SP SP settings: New SP settings: SP Settings: New
Type of PCU settings: Old
Old
"Old PCU
(no modification
--- --- • OPC lines
--- • OPC lines
(many) (many)
applied)
• Insufficient • Insufficient
cleaning (to cleaning (to a
July production or
a high high degree)
before" degree)
• Color shift
• Color shift
"New PCU
(modification
• Toner drop --- • Toner drop
---
(horizontal line) (horizontal
applied) line)
• Color shift
August production • Color shift
or later"
Estimated side effects with incorrect combination with firmware/SP settings and
old/new Development unit
Firmware version July version or August version Permanent version (October or later)
before
SP SP settings: SP setting: for Old SP Setting: for New
Type of settings: New
Development unit Old
"Old type of
Development unit
--- --- • White --- • White stripes
stripes (Bk, M)
(Bk, M)
(July production or
before)"
(August production
or later)"
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/2
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 25-Sep-03 No.: RB051018
SYMPTOM
Almost all white copies & prints, or light image for one or more of YMCK colors.
CAUSE
The gear on the development drive shaft shifts due to production line errors. Specifically:
- Diameter of the gear shafts 0.04mm smaller than specification minimum.
- Gear rotational torque (0.5kgf) much lower than specification minimum (10kgf)
The gear on the development shaft shifts when the development drive is supplied.
The manufacturer reported that they normally perform surface grinding if dirt or other
materials or scratches are detected on the shaft. This can cause the diameter to be
reduced to below spec minimum.
Gears
Development
Drive Shaft
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/2
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 25-Sep-03 No.: RB051018
7 mm 384.5±0.2 mm
Note: We estimate the occurrence ratio is very low according to the investigation results in
the factory and by the manufacturer.
SYMPTOM
Dirty spots appear during early stages of printing after installation (around 200 prints or so).
CAUSE
The Mylar next to the cleaning roller in the image transfer belt cleaning unit was placed in
the opposite position. Refer to the following illustration. (Incorrect position: red, correct
position: blue)
These machines were picked up for the QA sample check after they were produced in the
production line. After the QA check, the cleaning unit was cleaned in the line. It is likely
that the mylars were moved to the opposite position during cleaning the ITB cleaning unit.
If the cleaning roller is rotated by turning the gear incorrectly during the cleaning stage, the
mylar is then in the opposite position.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/2
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 25-Sep-03 No.: RB051019
SOLUTION
In the production line
The instruction of the correct gear rotation has been added and an inspection process has
been added to the cleaning procedure from February 12 production machines.
In the field
Replace the image transfer belt cleaning unit (G0706300: Belt Cleaning Assembly).
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/18
Reissued: 5-Nov-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001g
RTB Reissue
The items in bold italics have been added or changed.
Subject: Firmware History - Copier Prepared by: H.K.
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Other (Firmware History)
This is to inform you of the Copier firmware history (BICU, Operation Panel, FAX, FCU).
European version
Asian version
Versi Firmware / Versions
on
BICU (Engine) Operation Panel LCD FAX application FCU
Firmware Version Firmware Versio Firmware Versio Firmware Versio
No. No. n No. n No. n
1.13 B0515554W 1.291:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551F 2.05 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.12 B0515554V 1.28:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.11 B0515554T 1.275:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.10 B0515554S 1.262:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.09 B0515554R 1.253:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.08 B0515554Q 1.242:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.07 B0515554P 1.233:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.06 B0515554N 1.213:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.05 B0515554M 1.212:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.04 B0515554L 1.204:1 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.03 B0515554K 1.204:1 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.02 B0515554J 1.202.01 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.019 UraC1CardV1 1.192:01 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
192.bin
! The default setting for SP3-970-004 (Image Area Rate: Bk) has
been changed to 4.7 as follows:
# [0 ~ 10.0 / 4.7 / 0.1 %/step]
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main
unit controller firmware to v2.05.01 or later.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 5/18
Reissued: 5-Nov-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001g
An ITB cleaning blade has been added to the ITB cleaning system.
The condition of the image process has been changed. These SP
modes are used for the new ITB cleaning system.
Toner accumulates on the edge of the ITB cleaning blade. Turning the
ITB clutch Off/On forces accumulated toner on the blade edge to drop
on the ITB while the image is not transferred on the ITB for cleaning. If
it is not performed, toner may drop on the printing image. These SP’s
adjust the time and number of times for blade cleaning.
-2-924-001(ITB Cleaning Clutch Off/On – Time)
[100 ~ 500/ 300 / 10ms /step]
-2-924-002 (ITB Cleaning Clutch Off/On – Number)
[0 ~ 5/ 2 / 1 /step]
The lubrication cleaning time has been revised. SP mode has been
subdivided into time for 1C and time for 2C/3C/4C.
-SP3-920-001 (Lubrication Cleaning Time: - 1C)
[0 ~ 100 / 50 / 1% /step]
-SP3-920-002 (Lubrication Cleaning Time: - 2C/3C/4C)
[0 ~ 100 / 100/ 1% /step]
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.02.9 or later.
The “toner cartridge setting error” is sometimes displayed even when 1.262:01
the cartridge has been set correctly. This is due to misdetection of the
information on the cartridge memory chip.
Default settings for the following have been changed (new defaults
underlined).
SP1-003-5,-6,-7 (Paper Buckle for By-pass Tray):
Note: This adjustment was added from v1.233:01, and the description
has been added to the v1.233.01 description below (previously
missing).
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.02. or later.
To ensure proper printing quality, the default values for the following 1.253:01
SP modes have been revised while some SP modes have been
added.
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.01.5 or later. For details, please refer to RTB
#RB051014 (black faint images).
In color mode (2C or more) with LT LEF and duplex, SC280 is mis- 1.242:01
detected if 5 or more originals are scanned during machine warm-up.
SC571
Software changed so that oil end detection is not counted for supplying
oil from the oil tank to the oil reservoir in the oil supply unit while the
fusing unit is not working (i.e. SCs and jams). This is to avoid oil
overflow conditions that can be caused by winter humidity
(humidification).
Machine may freeze when a paper jam occurs or when the main
switch is turned on (found in laboratory tests).
SC120 was shown instead of SC122 when the scanner home position
was initialized.
1.202.01
Process control mode timing
To reduce the cycle of process control mode (every 200 printings), Mono (Bk)
prints are no longer counted for process control.
1.192:01
SP2-905-01: (Paper transfer roller type)
To improve the transferability, the shape of the paper transfer roller has been
changed from the 1st production. Due to this modification, paper transfer
currents (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032) and paper transfer adjustment (SP2-
903-01) have been reviewed. The settings for August production machines
have been input on the production line. This SP changes the default and
factory settings for SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032 and SP2-903-01 for both
types. It is necessary to set the type to 0 and press # key when firmware
version 1.181:01 or older (August production machines) is updated to
1.192:01 or newer for the first time. This is because the machine cannot
judge which data (old or new) should be used for paper transfer currents.
Check the SP settings after updating the firmware (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-
032, and SP2-903-01).
Note: All settings will be initialized to their new defaults (see tables below),
therefore any previously input field customized settings must be re-input
manually.
0: New paper transfer roller type (Drum type), 1: Old paper transfer roller
type (straight type)
FCU
Symptom Corrected Version
The Tx level of the DTMF tone in Taiwan is slightly too high. 05.00.00
Supports MLB function. 04.00.01
Job numbers for standby for FAX transmission by LAN FAX (P/C FAX) are
limited as follows:
0: 64 1: Depends on memory (400: standard, 800: with Fax Function
Upgrade Unit)
Taiwan area
Taiwan Area parameters added.
SP code Class1and 2
SP
2-310 2-311 2-312 2-313 2-314
Class 3
LL1 LL2 NN1 NN2 HH
-1 25 27 28 29 30
-2 25 28 30 30 30
-3 25 29 32 31 30
-4 25 28 31 30 28
-5 25 27 30 28 26
-6 26 28 29 30 31
-7 26 29 31 31 31
-8 26 30 33 32 31
-9 26 29 32 31 29
-10 26 28 31 29 27
-11 14 15 15 16 16
-12 15 15 15 15 15
-13 16 15 14 15 15
-14 18 16 14 14 14
-15 20 17 14 14 14
-16 28 28 27 29 30
-17 30 29 28 31 33
-18 28 29 30 33 36
-19 28 29 30 32 34
-20 28 29 30 31 32
-21 29 29 28 30 31
-22 31 30 29 32 34
-23 29 30 31 34 37
-24 29 30 31 33 35
-25 29 30 31 32 33
-26 12 13 14 14 14
-27 16 16 16 15 15
-28 20 19 17 17 16
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Reissued: 5-Nov-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001g
-29 24 23 23 23 22
-30 28 29 30 29 28
-31 16 17 17 18 18
-32 20 21 21 22 22
New defaults for SP2- 903
[0 to 70.0 /1.0/ 0.1µA/step]
NOTE: In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.28 :01 or later.
The mechanical counter (covered with a seal) does not increment enough V2.03.2
when using Printer color mode with the mechanical counter set for
development counts. See “NG” in the table below.
Note: This does not occur under any other conditions, such as when using
the Copier function, setting the counter for page counts, or making B/W prints
or copies.
Paper jam/SC687 sometimes occur while printing documents scanned with V2.03.1
mixed-size scanning.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 3/7
Reissued: 5-Nov-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051002g
Symptom Corrected Version
This version has been released for machines produced before August 2003. V2.02.9
The firmware download display is indicated as 2.02AugSP, B0515550W. This
firmware is version after version 2.02. The August and September production
Firmware was found to have the following symptoms:
For firmware is V2.02 or before the document stored by the document sever
could not output after the controller firmware is updated to August or
September production version. The document stored by the document server
after updating the firmware can output. To solve this problem, this version is
released. This firmware is the same level of the August production without
the problem before 2003 August production. However, the document stored
by the document server when the controller firmware version is August or
September could not output after the controller firmware is modified to this
V2.02.9. Therefore, do not use this firmware for the August production or
September production machines. The August production and September
production machines do not cause this problem if the controller firmware is
updated to V2.02.9. For details, please refer to the table below.
NOTE : In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.275 :01 or later.
To improve the image quality of the text part received in the FAX text/photo
mode, data in the IPU processing has been revised.
SC819 when printing out the Scanner History List. V2.02
(for China, Taiwan, and Russia only ).
Some Korean characters appear garbled on the SMC report.
Modified in accordance with the BICU v1.253 :01 modification. V2.01.5
For details, please see RTB #RB051001c.
NOTE : In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.253 :01 or later. For details, please see RTB
#RB051014 (black faint images).
GSA version model names #12-15 (NA only) have been added to SP5-907-1 V2.01.4
(Plug & Play).
The following defaults have been returned to their values as mentioned in
v1.252, as they were reversed due to a programming error in v2.00.1:
Default DHCP: ON
Default Autonet: OFF
Machine may stall when memory full condition is reached while storing an
image into memory if the MLB is not installed.
Paper may not be fed for certain applications, by-pass feed, and N-job ON
after a jam or paper end condition occurs and a jam or paper end condition is
cleared.
SC819 is indicated after a copy job is finished with ‘Store file’ then, printing
‘Stored file’.
The following corrections have been made: V1.29
Machine may freeze during printing in the following conditions:
Combine and page numbering mode.
Original jam during printing in combine mode.
IMPORTANT:
! It is essential to first identify the cause, using the flowchart listed in the main
troubleshooting section of this RTB. The following symptoms yield very similar
images, but they all have separate causes.
! To do this, be sure to print out the test pattern (SP5-955, No 8) for each of the four
toner colors, which will clarify if the cause is a problem with the PCU, one of the
development units or the fusing unit.
# Occurs with 1-3 colors: Development unit failure
# Occurs with all four colors: PCU or fusing unit failure
$ *except toner dropping
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Reissued:31-Oct-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008b
SYMPTOM
Light copies, white lines, faint images, uneven image density (KMCY) from Cyan
toner dropping.
Cyan toner drops from the development unit onto the toner shield glass of the LD
unit, which may cause the outputs to show uneven image density, faint images, or
white lines (depending on the amount of fallen toner).
Note: This can be confirmed by removing the PCU and checking inside the machine
for fallen Cyan toner.
CAUSE
Insufficient toner charging due to the diameter of some doctor rollers.
SOLUTION
The diameter of the Cyan doctor roller has been increased from 10mm to 12mm
from August 2003 production.
P/N change:
Cyan development unit: B0523207 % B0523217.
SYMPTOM:
Uneven image density (KMCY) from lines or scratches on the OPC belt (sample 2).
The uneven ID shows up as lines in image areas, which correspond to the positions
of lines on the OPC or ITB. This symptom does not involve much toner dropping
from the Development unit to the LD unit toner glass shield, and can be attributed to
a PCU failure.
CAUSE
Additives from the paper can be transferred onto the OPC surface via the transfer
belt, which can cause the OPC surface to become slightly rough or uneven and
develop a cloudy film. In addition, the rough surface of the image transfer roller can
cause roughness on the rear side of the ITB, which can in turn be transferred to the
OPC surface.
SOLUTION
The following were applied from Aug 2003 production:
- A cleaning blade has been added to the ITB cleaning section to remove any
additives on the ITB surface.
- The surface coating for the image transfer roller has been changed to stainless
steel to ensure the ITB is not scratched.
Note: A cloudy film on the OPC surface alone does not trigger this symptom,
therefore in such a case there is no action required.
P/N change:
PCU B0519100 % B0529100.
SYMPTOM:
- White lines or uneven image density due to toner clumps in the development unit
(sample 4).
- Uneven image density from development roller filming (sample 5) due to an
insufficient amount of OPC lubricant. The low amount of lubricant causes the
toner to melt easier and stick to the development roller surface.
Note: This does not occur on all colors, so be sure to print out the test pattern (SP5-
955, No.8) for each color to confirm which has the problem.
SOLUTION
Please refer to this RTB for troubleshooting (samples 4 and 5).
Note: These two symptoms are estimated to have a low occurrence rate in the field.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 5/15
Reissued:31-Oct-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008b
SYMPTOM
Blank area, faint image or uneven image density on one side of the copy (front or
rear side of the development unit).
In contrast to the black faint images described in RTB #RB051014a, this symptom
appears only on the development unit front or rear side, as shown below. See RTB
#RB051007 for more detail.
Note: As with the above, this does not occur for all colors, so be sure to print out
the test pattern (SP5-955, No.8) for each color to check which has the problem. (This
is not mentioned in the flowchart in this RTB).
CAUSE
The development unit front gears engage their mainframe counterparts slightly
differently than the rear gears.
SOLUTION
Rotate the mainframe gears manually, removing the development unit(s) on which
the symptom occurs, then reinstall the unit(s).
Note: It is not necessary to replace the development unit.
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Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008b
SYMPTOM:
Cyan lines in yellow background areas (Sample 3).
Note: Both development and cleaning are performed in the order: KMCY. If the
previous cleaning was insufficient, a dirty image will appear on the next
development. The symptom can therefore be easily identified by checking the
yellow section of the C4 test chart.
CAUSE
Toner may pass between the OPC unit cleaning blade and OPC belt.
Note: To distinguish between this symptom and cyan spots/lines in background and
main image areas (described below), take multiple copies/prints of the same image.
# Cyan lines in yellow background areas: Occurs consistently
# Cyan spots/lines in background and main image areas: Occurs, disappears,
then sometimes reoccurs.
SOLUTION
The material of the cleaning blade has been changed (from August 2003 production)
SYMPTOM
Cyan spots/lines in background and main image areas.
Note: This does not depend on the color of the background area, but is more visible
in background areas than in main image areas.
Note: See the previous page for how to distinguish this symptom from cyan lines in
yellow background areas.
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Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008b
SYMPTOM
Dirty spots [A] or lines [B] in background and main image areas.
Note: This does not occur for all toner colors, and is more visible in background
areas than in main image areas.
CAUSE
Insufficient toner charging inside the development unit causes some of the toner to
be more easily attracted to the OPC surface.
SOLUTION
The same bias that is applied to the doctor roller and toner supply roller is now
applied to the entrance seal bracket as well, in order to ensure a uniform charge
across all three components (from Aug 2003).
Contents
Sample 3 (Uneven image density caused by insufficient cleaning of the OPC belt) Sample 4 (White line caused by toner on the development roller
Sample 5 (Uneven image density caused by toner filming on the development roller) Sample 6 (Black line caused by scratches on the fusing belt/pressure roller)
1
1.2 TROUBLESHOOTING
Please use the following flowchart to take action in response to the six image problems on page 1.
Sample 2
Y N
END Replace the oil supply unit. END Replace the PCU. Clean the inside of the laser unit
2
Make 5 copies of the C4 test chart From the previous page
Replace the OPC cleaning unit Turn the development roller showing the Turn the development roller showing the
white line in the reverse direction (2 times). white line in the reverse direction (2 times).
Y Y
Replace the development unit causing Clean the development roller with a dry cloth.
the white line.
3
2. UNEVEN IMAGE DENSITY AT THE SIDE OF THE IMAGE
Y
Does the image problem N END
Replace the charge unit Clean the dust shield glass in the laser and still occur?
charge units (wire and grid).
Y
Y
Perform Forced Toner Supply
Is there any change in the Y Does the image problem N END
image (position, density, still occur?
etc)?
N Y N Replace the
Clean the development roller bias Is there an even layer of
Does the image problem development
terminal toner on the surface?
still occur? unit
4
3. BLACK AND WHITE DOTS
Do black/white N
Clean the scanner unit exposure glass
dots appear?
Does the image problem N Check the surface of the development roller
occur for all colors? showing the problem.
Y
Are there any particles N Replace the
Approx. 190mm pitch (Fusing belt) stuck to the roller, or is development unit
Y Do the dots appear at a
Approx. 125mm pitch (pressure roller) the roller damaged?
fixed interval (pitch)?
Y
N
Replace the fusing belt assembly or pressure Clean the development roller with a dry cloth
roller. Check the surface of the OPC and image
transfer belts.
Y Y
N
Does the image problem Clean the belt with a dry cloth. Replace the development unit showing
still occur? the B/W dots.
5
4. DIRTY BACKGROUND
Does the image problem N Turn the development roller showing the
occur for all colors? background in the reverse direction (2
times).
N
Replace the OPC belt cleaning unit Does the image problem Clean the development roller with a dry cloth
still occur?
6
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Reissued: 7-Nov-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 16-Jun-03 No.: RB051014b
RTB Correction
The items in bold italics have been corrected or added.
Subject: Black Faint Image Prepared by: H.K.
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Other ( )
1. SYMPTOM
Image density becomes lighter across the image, beginning from the leading edge and
both sides. This is visible in solid image and halftone areas, and occurs more easily with:
1) B/W image areas
2) Originals with low image coverage ratios and
3) Jobs with a low quantity of sets (e.g. 1 or 2P/J)
Sample:
Feed direction
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Model: Model U-C1 Date: 16-Jun-03 No.: RB051014b
2. CAUSE
The lubricant applied to the OPC belt gets inside the black development unit via the
development roller, causing the friction level on the roller surface to decrease. This makes
it more difficult for the toner to be transferred onto the roller surface, causing the image to
gradually get lighter.
Note: The symptom temporarily subsides when the toner cartridge is replaced and new
toner is supplied to the hopper (the concentration of lubricant in the unit is minimized).
However, it will recur when the above process repeats.
3. SOLUTION
1. When the symptom is reported:
Please do the following update and replacements, which will minimize the chances of
symptom occurrence. The modified firmware reduces the amount of lubrication used
on the OPC, which in effect minimizes the amount of lubrication that can get inside the
development unit and toner cartridge.
During updating the firmware by opening the front cover, you can replace the
black development unit.
1) Update to the following modified firmware (temporary solution).
Note: These versions were applied from April ’03 production (S/N list below).
After updating the firmware, input the following default values manually.
Permanent solution:
A. Update to the following modified firmware versions.
Note:
- These versions were applied from November ’03 production (S/N list below).
- In cases where the temporary solution above has not been done, do this
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Model: Model U-C1 Date: 16-Jun-03 No.: RB051014b
temporary solution and then the following.
After updating the firmware, input the following default value manually:
B. Along with the firmware update and black development unit replacement
below, it is necessary to input the SP settings mentioned in RTB
#RB051017b (New PCU/ Development unit Installation Procedure). For your
reference, this SP mode table is listed at the end of this RTB.
Temporary solution
Code Serial Numbers
B051-17 J2534601441~1474, 1476~1543, 1545~1563
B051-22 J2536300469, J2536300535, J2536400593~07700853, 0857~0898
B051-24 L1233840001~0125
B051-26 5P28430001~0090
B051-27 J2536300935, 0961~0962, J2536400082, 0209, 0261, 0289, 0297~0334,
0339, 0341~0347, 0350~0354, 0356~0384, 0386~0387, 0392~0393,
0398, 0412, 0448, 0457~0458, 0462, 0465, 0472, 0483~0592,
B051-29 J2536401331, 1340, 1342~1348, 1350, 1355~1358, 1374, 1377,
1379~1390, 1392~1398, 1403~1414, 1416~1419, 1421~1432, 1436,
1438~1440
B052-17 J2636400923~
B052-22 J2636400484~604
B052-24 L1243830066~0068, 0070, L1243840001~0173
B052-26 5P38430001~0100
B052-27 J2636300407, 0409, J2636400044, 0091~0094, 0115, 0139, 0192, 0203,
0205~0207, 0224, 0225, 0262, 0266, 0270, 0272, 0282, 0296~0297,
0308~0313
B052-29 J2636400806~08180821~0828, 0830~0849, 0851, 0853~0904, 0907,
0910~0913, 0915, 0917, 0919, 0922~0923
Permanent solution
Code Serial Numbers
B051-17 J25371XXXX
B051-22 J25371XXXX
B051-24 L123391XXXX
B051-26 5P2913XXXX
B051-27 J25371XXXXX
B051-28 J25371XXXXX
B051-29 J25371XXXXX
B051-57 J25311XXXXX
B052-17 J26371XXXXX
B052-22 J26371XXXXX
B052-24 L124391XXXX
B052-26 5P3913XXXX
B052-27 J26371XXXXX
B052-28 J26371XXXXX
B052-29 J26371XXXXX
B052-57 J26311XXXXX
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 5/6
Reissued: 7-Nov-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 16-Jun-03 No.: RB051014b
Changing SP Mode settings after updating to the November 2003
production machine firmware
For details, please refer to RTB #RB051017b (New PCU / Development unit
Installation Procedure).
SP mode table for specific combinations for K (Black) development unit / PCU replacement:
Note:
1. Change this setting from 1 to 20 when also installing the new M development unit (B0523215) at
the same time.
2. It is recommended to use the new PCU and development unit when either is replaced on
machines produced in August 2003 or later. This is because if either of the older units is installed
in these machines, it is necessary to perform the SP setting changes explained in this section.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/7
Reissued: 7-Nov-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 19-Sep-03 No.: RB051017b
RTB Correction
The items in bold italics have been corrected or added.
Subject: New PCU / Development Unit Installation Procedure Prepared by: H.K.
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
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Other ( )
This information is not for the Black Faint Image, but to ensure high cleaning
performance from the ITB cleaning unit and increase the durability of the OPC belt
cleaning unit, the PCU has been modified as follows: (B0519100 to B0529100)
For Black Faint Image please read Technical Bulletin RB051014b.
• A cleaning blade has been added to the ITB cleaning section.
• The material of the OPC-belt cleaning blade has been changed.
• Due to the additional cleaning blade in the ITB cleaning unit, an excessive load will be placed
on the cam of the ITB cleaning contact mechanism at the rear of the machine. This can cause
the cam to dislodge from the shaft. To correct this, a metal retaining ring has been used to
secure the cam instead of a plastic snap ring from the following cut-in serial numbers.
To ensure good printing, the development unit has also been modified.
(K: B0513204 or B0523204 to B0523214, M: B0513205 or B0523205 to B0523215)
Procedure
Adding the Cam Stopper to the ITB Cleaning Cam
Note: If you have to install this new PCU in a mass-production unit from August 2003 production, you
do not have to install this cam stopper.
1. Turn off the main switch.
2. Open the front cover.
3. Remove the old PCU.
4. Install the cam stopper [A] on the cam [B] so that the stopper does not stick out from the cam.
Note: The straight edges of the cam stopper and cam are aligned with each other. The cam
stopper will snap into position.
5. Install the new PCU.
[B]
[A]
Note: It is necessary to input the settings to determine the SP settings even if the correct
settings are indicated in the SP mode after the firmware is updated.
1. Input the following SP modes as indicated in the following table:
Most important points:
Development units
It is NOT NECESSARY to change the SP settings when replacing the Y and/or C development
units. In other words, it is only necessary to change these SP mode settings when replacing the
M and / or K development units.
SP mode table for specific combinations for K (Black) development unit / PCU replacement:
SP No. Description Setting A Setting B Setting C Setting D
Setting for Setting for Setting for Setting for
New PCU K New Dev. New PCU + only new
(B0529100) unit K New dev. firmware
+ New (B0523214) unit (Old PCU &
Firmware + New (B0523214) + Old Dev.
(Old K Dev. firmware New Unit)
Unit) (Old PCU) Firmware
2-920-001 ITB Cleaning CL OFF Time 0 0 0 0
2-921-001 ITB Cleaning CL OFF 0: New PCU 1: Old PCU 0: New PCU 1: Old PCU
Mode
2-922-001 Dev CL ON after Job End 0:
:OFF 1:
:ON 0:
:OFF 1:
:ON
2-923-001 Lubricant after Toner End 1:
:ON 1:
:ON 1:
:ON 1:
:ON
2-924-001 ITB Cleaning Clutch 300 300 300 300
Off/On - Time
2-924-002 ITB Cleaning Clutch 2 0 2 0
Off/On - Number
2-941-001 OPC Lubrication time – 14 14 14 14
Interrupt
2-944-001 OPC Lubrication: High :Enable
1: 1:
:Enable 1:
:Enable 1:
:Enable
Coverage - Setting
2-953-001 Image Position 0: New PCU 1: Old PCU 0: New PCU 1: Old PCU
Adjustment
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Model: Model U-C1 Date: 19-Sep-03 No.: RB051017b
SP No. Description Setting A Setting B Setting C Setting D
Setting for Setting for Setting for Setting for
New PCU K New Dev. New PCU + only new
(B0529100) unit K New dev. firmware
+ New (B0523214) unit (Old PCU &
Firmware + New (B0523214) + Old Dev.
(Old K Dev. firmware New Unit)
Unit) (Old PCU) Firmware
3-911-001 Doc. Roller Rotation 1 (see Note 1 (see Note 1 (see Note 1 (see Note
Interval:M Dev. 1 below) 1 below) 1 below) 1 below)
3-911-002 Doc. Roller Rotation 1 20 20 1
Interval:K Dev.
3-920-001 Lubrication Cleaning Time 50 50 50 50
– 1C
3-920-002 Lubrication Cleaning Time 100 100 100 100
– 2C/3C/4C
3-922-001 Lubricant Clutch OFF: 1C 6 6 6 6
3-922-002 Lubricant Clutch OFF: 6 6 6 6
2C/3C/4C
SP2-400- Cleaning Bias LL1: OPC 1400 1400 1400 1400
008 lubrication time
SP2-401- Cleaning Bias LL2: OPC 1400 1400 1400 1400
008 lubrication time
SP2-402- Cleaning Bias NN1: OPC 1400 1400 1400 1400
008 lubrication time
SP2-403- Cleaning Bias NN2: OPC 1400 1400 1400 1400
008 lubrication time
SP2-404- Cleaning Bias HH: OPC 1400 1400 1400 1400
008 lubrication time
SP2-938- OPC Reverse Interval 10 10 10 10
001
When the Controller / BICU firmware have been updated to controller ver2.05.1
and BICU ver1.291:01 or later, the following SP settings must be input.
SP2-927-001 Disable Time (ITB 3 3 3 3
Cleaning)
SP2-925-001 ITB Cleaning Execution 20 20 20 20
Variable
SP2-926-001 Cover Ratio Reference 1.7 1.7 1.7 1.7
(MC)
SP2-926-002 Cover Ratio Reference (FC) 1.7 1.7 1.7 1.7
SP2-970-05 ITB Cleaning Clutch Off/On 2 0 2 0
Number in Oil removal
mode
Note:
1. Change this setting from 1 to 20 when also installing the new M development unit (B0523215) at
the same time.
2. It is recommended to use the new PCU and development unit when either is replaced on
machines produced in August 2003 or later. This is because if either of the older units is installed
in these machines, it is necessary to perform the SP setting changes explained in this section.
• If you take action for the black faint image (RTB RB051014a: temporary
solution & RB051014b: Final), the following SP mode settings would be input
already. If this is not done yet, input the following settings.
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Reissued: 7-Nov-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 19-Sep-03 No.: RB051017b
Temporary solution: RTB RB051014a
SP No. Description Value
2-938-001 (New SP) OPC Reverse Interval 10
2-941-001 OPC Lubricant Time – Interrupt 14
3-920-001 Lubrication Cleaning Time 50
3-922-001 (New SP) Lubricant Clutch OFF: 1C 6
3-922-002 (New SP) Lubricant Clutch OFF: 2C/3C/4C 6
Final solution: RTB RB051014b
SP No. Description Value
SP3-970-004 Image Area Rate: Bk 4.7
2. Do the following:
Item Description
SP7-804-02 PM counter reset PCU
SP3-001-001 Forced process control
ACC
1. Print out the test pattern of SP5-955-5 (1 dot Grid Pattern 0-1: 2 pages of A3/DLT or 4 pages of
A4/LT) in full color mode.
2. Increase the setting of the following SP by 1: SP2-950-5 (B052: 32 cpm) or SP2-950-13 (B051:
24 cpm).
3. Print out the same test pattern as in step 1.
4. Subtract 1 from the initial setting of SP2-950-5 (B052: 32 cpm) or SP2-950-13 (B051: 24 cpm).
5. Print out the same test pattern as in step 1.
6. A3/DLT printing:
Compare the grid pattern in the center of the first sheet and second sheet of each setting
(initial, +1, -1). Then select the printout with the most closely aligned grid pattern. Then set
SP2-950-5 (B052: 32 cpm) or SP2-950-13 (B051: 24 cpm) to the value that produced that print.
A4/LT printing:
Compare the grid pattern near the trailing edge of the first sheet and third sheet of each
setting (initial, +1, -1). Then select the printout with the most closely aligned grid pattern.
Then set SP2-950-5 (B052: 32 cpm) or SP2-950-13 (B051: 24 cpm) to the value that produced
that print.
(August production
or later)"
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/2
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 18-Nov-03 No.: RB051020
Subject: Cap for the O/B Waste Toner Prepared by: H.K.
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
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SYMPTOM
Waste toner may sometimes leak from the service parts PCU due to vibration during parts
transport.
CAUSE
Cleaning was not performed on the service parts PCU following final tests on the
production line (only PCUs fitted in the mainframe were cleaned at this stage).
SOLUTION
! This cleaning procedure was added to the production process for the service parts
PCU from May 2003 production.
! A cap has been added to the service parts PCU [A] to seal the opening between the
PCU and waste toner bottle during shipping from August 2003 production.
Note: This cap is not necessary on mainframe PCUs since the O/B waste toner bottle
already covers this opening. (see important note below).
[A]
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/2
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 18-Nov-03 No.: RB051020
(cap removed)
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/1
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Dec-03 No.: RB051021
Therefore when installing the paper bank, please guide the mainframe carefully into place
using these vertical guides.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/18
Reissued: 17-Dec-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001h
RTB Reissue
The items in bold italics have been added or changed.
Subject: Firmware History - Copier Prepared by: H.K.
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
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Other (Firmware History)
This is to inform you of the Copier firmware history (BICU, Operation Panel, FAX, FCU).
European version
Asian version
Versi Firmware / Versions
on
BICU (Engine) Operation Panel LCD FAX application FCU
Firmware Version Firmware Versio Firmware Versio Firmware Versio
No. No. n No. n No. n
1.14 B0515554X 1.30:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.13 B0515554W 1.291:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551F 2.05 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.12 B0515554V 1.28:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.11 B0515554T 1.275:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.10 B0515554S 1.262:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.09 B0515554R 1.253:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.08 B0515554Q 1.242:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.07 B0515554P 1.233:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.06 B0515554N 1.213:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.05 B0515554M 1.212:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.04 B0515554L 1.204:1 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.03 B0515554K 1.204:1 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.02 B0515554J 1.202.01 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.019 UraC1CardV1 1.192:01 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
192.bin
! Default setting for SP3-970-004 (Image Area Rate: Bk) has been
changed to 4.7 as follows:
# [0 ~ 10.0 / 4.7 / 0.1 %/step]
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.05.01 or later.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 5/18
Reissued: 17-Dec-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001h
An ITB cleaning blade has been added to the ITB cleaning system.
The condition of the image process has been changed. These SP
modes are used for the new ITB cleaning system.
Toner accumulates on the edge of the ITB cleaning blade. Turning the
ITB clutch Off/On forces accumulated toner on the blade edge to drop
on the ITB while the image is not transferred on the ITB for cleaning. If
it is not performed, toner may drop on the printing image. These SP’s
adjust the time and number of times for blade cleaning.
-2-924-001(ITB Cleaning Clutch Off/On – Time)
[100 ~ 500/ 300 / 10ms /step]
-2-924-002 (ITB Cleaning Clutch Off/On – Number)
[0 ~ 5/ 2 / 1 /step]
The lubrication cleaning time has been revised. SP mode has been
subdivided into time for 1C and time for 2C/3C/4C.
-SP3-920-001 (Lubrication Cleaning Time: - 1C)
[0 ~ 100 / 50 / 1% /step]
-SP3-920-002 (Lubrication Cleaning Time: - 2C/3C/4C)
[0 ~ 100 / 100/ 1% /step]
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.02.9 or later.
The “toner cartridge setting error” is sometimes displayed even when 1.262:01
the cartridge has been set correctly. This is due to misdetection of the
information on the cartridge memory chip.
Default settings for the following have been changed (new defaults
underlined).
SP1-003-5,-6,-7 (Paper Buckle for By-pass Tray):
Note: This adjustment was added from v1.233:01, and the description
has been added to the v1.233.01 description below (previously
missing).
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.02. or later.
To ensure proper printing quality, the default values for the following 1.253:01
SP modes have been revised while some SP modes have been
added.
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.01.5 or later. For details, please refer to RTB
#RB051014 (black faint images).
In color mode (2C or more) with LT LEF and duplex, SC280 is mis- 1.242:01
detected if 5 or more originals are scanned during machine warm-up.
SC571
Software changed so that oil end detection is not counted for supplying
oil from the oil tank to the oil reservoir in the oil supply unit while the
fusing unit is not working (i.e. SCs and jams). This is to avoid oil
overflow conditions that can be caused by winter humidity
(humidification).
Machine may freeze when a paper jam occurs or when the main
switch is turned on (found in laboratory tests).
SC120 was shown instead of SC122 when the scanner home position
was initialized.
1.202.01
Process control mode timing
To reduce the cycle of process control mode (every 200 printings), Mono (Bk)
prints are no longer counted for process control.
1.192:01
SP2-905-01: (Paper transfer roller type)
To improve the transferability, the shape of the paper transfer roller has been
changed from the 1st production. Due to this modification, paper transfer
currents (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032) and paper transfer adjustment (SP2-
903-01) have been reviewed. The settings for August production machines
have been input on the production line. This SP changes the default and
factory settings for SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032 and SP2-903-01 for both
types. It is necessary to set the type to 0 and press # key when firmware
version 1.181:01 or older (August production machines) is updated to
1.192:01 or newer for the first time. This is because the machine cannot
judge which data (old or new) should be used for paper transfer currents.
Check the SP settings after updating the firmware (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-
032, and SP2-903-01).
Note: All settings will be initialized to their new defaults (see tables below),
therefore any previously input field customized settings must be re-input
manually.
0: New paper transfer roller type (Drum type), 1: Old paper transfer roller
type (straight type)
FCU
Symptom Corrected Version
Tx level of DTMF tone in Taiwan is slightly high. 05.00.00
Supports MLB function. 04.00.01
Job numbers for standby for FAX transmission by LAN FAX (P/C FAX) are
limited as follows:
0: 64 1: Depends on memory (400: standard, 800: with Fax Function
Upgrade Unit)
Taiwan area
Taiwan Area parameters added.
SP code Class1and 2
SP
2-310 2-311 2-312 2-313 2-314
Class 3
LL1 LL2 NN1 NN2 HH
-1 25 27 28 29 30
-2 25 28 30 30 30
-3 25 29 32 31 30
-4 25 28 31 30 28
-5 25 27 30 28 26
-6 26 28 29 30 31
-7 26 29 31 31 31
-8 26 30 33 32 31
-9 26 29 32 31 29
-10 26 28 31 29 27
-11 14 15 15 16 16
-12 15 15 15 15 15
-13 16 15 14 15 15
-14 18 16 14 14 14
-15 20 17 14 14 14
-16 28 28 27 29 30
-17 30 29 28 31 33
-18 28 29 30 33 36
-19 28 29 30 32 34
-20 28 29 30 31 32
-21 29 29 28 30 31
-22 31 30 29 32 34
-23 29 30 31 34 37
-24 29 30 31 33 35
-25 29 30 31 32 33
-26 12 13 14 14 14
-27 16 16 16 15 15
-28 20 19 17 17 16
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Reissued: 17-Dec-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001h
-29 24 23 23 23 22
-30 28 29 30 29 28
-31 16 17 17 18 18
-32 20 21 21 22 22
New defaults for SP2- 903
[0 to 70.0 /1.0/ 0.1µA/step]
NOTE : In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.291:01 or later.
NOTE: In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.28 :01 or later.
The mechanical counter (covered with a seal) does not increment enough V2.03.2
when using Printer color mode with the mechanical counter set for
development counts. See “NG” in the table below.
Note: This does not occur under any other conditions, such as when using
the Copier function, setting the counter for page counts, or making B/W prints
or copies.
Paper jam/SC687 sometimes occur while printing documents scanned with V2.03.1
mixed-size scanning.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 3/7
Reissued: 17-Dec-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051002h
Symptom Corrected Version
This version has been released for machines produced before August 2003. V2.02.9
The firmware download display is indicated as 2.02AugSP, B0515550W. This
firmware is version after version 2.02. The August and September production
Firmware was found to have the following symptoms:
For firmware is V2.02 or before the document stored by the document sever
could not output after the controller firmware is updated to August or
September production version. The document stored by the document server
after updating the firmware can output. To solve this problem, this version is
released. This firmware is the same level of the August production without
the problem before 2003 August production. However, the document stored
by the document server when the controller firmware version is August or
September could not output after the controller firmware is modified to this
V2.02.9. Therefore, do not use this firmware for the August production or
September production machines. The August production and September
production machines do not cause this problem if the controller firmware is
updated to V2.02.9. For details, please refer to the table below.
NOTE : In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.275 :01 or later.
To improve the image quality of the text part received in the FAX text/photo
mode, data in the IPU processing has been revised.
SC819 when printing out the Scanner History List. V2.02
(for China, Taiwan, and Russia only ).
Some Korean characters appear garbled on the SMC report.
Modified in accordance with the BICU v1.253 :01 modification. V2.01.5
For details, please see RTB #RB051001c.
NOTE : In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.253 :01 or later. For details, please see RTB
#RB051014 (black faint images).
GSA version model names #12-15 (NA only) have been added to SP5-907-1 V2.01.4
(Plug & Play).
The following defaults have been returned to their values as mentioned in
v1.252, as they were reversed due to a programming error in v2.00.1:
Default DHCP: ON
Default Autonet: OFF
Machine may stall when memory full condition is reached while storing an
image into memory if the MLB is not installed.
Paper may not be fed for certain applications, by-pass feed, and N-job ON
after a jam or paper end condition occurs and a jam or paper end condition is
cleared.
SC819 is indicated after a copy job is finished with ‘Store file’ then, printing
‘Stored file’.
The following corrections have been made: V1.29
Machine may freeze during printing in the following conditions:
Combine and page numbering mode.
Original jam during printing in combine mode.
This is to inform you of the Printer firmware history (Printer, NCS, NFA, and Delivery).
Printer Service Card
Version Program No. C. SUM Effective Date
1.00 B4635570 CE7B August Production ‘02
NCS (NIB):
Symptom Corrected Version
The printer is unable to access the target local Netware server (TechMail #RE020229). 3.74
The printer is unable to log on to the Netware server even when the Netware Server SAP
setting is unchecked.
SC819 occurs after continuously receiving damaged packets from NetBEUI. 3.73
Default for DHCP changed to: ON. 3.72
Default for Autonet changed to: OFF.
Communication between the LAN card and printer in 802.11adhoc mode is sometimes
terminated when the condition of the EM waves remains constant.
When TCP/IP is disabled as the Effective Protocol in UP mode, the program version and NCS 3.70
number will not be displayed in SP mode or on the SMC list
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 4/4
Reissued: 17-Dec-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 25-Feb-03 No.: RB051005c
Symptom Corrected Version
The following functions are added for SMTP E-mail transmission.
SMTP Authentication
POP before SMTP
Supports the new IC chip on the new wireless LAN option (old chip discontinued) 3.55
TCP ports can be opened/closed.
NOTE: After disabling HTTP, it is not possible to access the target device through web
browser. To change the setting, please use telnet to open HTTP. When the telnet port is
disabled, it is necessary to clear the network settings (Memory Clear for NCS) to open the port.
Changed default setting of Autonet to OFF
Changed default setting of DHCP to ON.
Changed default setting of “diprint” to Enabled. 3.54
First release 3.53
NFA:
Symptom Corrected Version
The machine sometimes does not enter Auto Off mode when the operation switch is turned 1.67
OFF following Plumeria capturing, fax reception or remote delivery.
Supports File Format Converter (MLB) function 1.66
Following delivery, the next Rx document cannot be delivered to the server, even if the 1.27
machine is connected to the server.
The does not enter the auto off mode after the waiting Rx document for delivery has been
delted.
First release 1.26
Delivery:
Symptom Corrected Version
File full condition may occur following repeated connections to the POP server with APOP auto 2.03
connection.
Attached file is sometimes delivered as a text file. 2.02
Supports the File Format Converter (MLB) function 2.00
Minor delivery module bug. 1.15
Operation flow for multiple scanning in platen mode improved. 1.13
If the operation SW is pressed while the machine is scanning the third set of 2000 originals 1.05
(SADF mode), the machine goes into auto off mode.
First release 1.01
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/18
Reissued:31-Oct-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008b
RTB Correction
The items in bold italics have been corrected or added.
Subject: Troubleshooting for image problem Prepared by: H.K.
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
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IMPORTANT:
! It is essential to first identify the cause, using the flowchart listed in the main
troubleshooting section of this RTB. The following symptoms yield very similar images,
but they all have separate causes.
! To do this, be sure to print out the test pattern (SP5-955, No 8) for each of the four toner
colors, which will clarify if the cause is a problem with the PCU, one of the
development units or the fusing unit.
# Occurs with 1-3 colors: Development unit failure
# Occurs with all four colors: PCU or fusing unit failure
$ *except toner dropping
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/18
Reissued:31-Oct-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008b
SYMPTOM
Light copies, white lines, faint images, uneven image density (KMCY) from Cyan toner
dropping.
Cyan toner drops from the development unit onto the toner shield glass of the LD unit,
which may cause the outputs to show uneven image density, faint images, or white lines
(depending on the amount of fallen toner).
Note: This can be confirmed by removing the PCU and checking inside the machine for
fallen Cyan toner.
CAUSE
Insufficient toner charging due to the diameter of some doctor rollers.
SOLUTION
The diameter of the Cyan doctor roller has been increased from 10mm to 12mm from
August 2003 production.
P/N change:
Cyan development unit: B0523207 % B0523217.
SYMPTOM:
Uneven image density (KMCY) from lines or scratches on the OPC belt (sample 2).
The uneven ID shows up as lines in image areas, which correspond to the positions of
lines on the OPC or ITB. This symptom does not involve much toner dropping from the
Development unit to the LD unit toner glass shield, and can be attributed to a PCU failure.
CAUSE
Additives from the paper can be transferred onto the OPC surface via the transfer belt,
which can cause the OPC surface to become slightly rough or uneven and develop a
cloudy film. In addition, the rough surface of the image transfer roller can cause roughness
on the rear side of the ITB, which can in turn be transferred to the OPC surface.
SOLUTION
The following were applied from Aug 2003 production:
- A cleaning blade has been added to the ITB cleaning section to remove any additives
on the ITB surface.
- The surface coating for the image transfer roller has been changed to stainless steel to
ensure the ITB is not scratched.
Note: A cloudy film on the OPC surface alone does not trigger this symptom, therefore in
such a case there is no action required.
P/N change:
PCU B0519100 % B0529100.
SYMPTOM:
- White lines or uneven image density due to toner clumps in the development unit
(sample 4).
- Uneven image density from development roller filming (sample 5) due to an insufficient
amount of OPC lubricant. The low amount of lubricant causes the toner to melt easier
and stick to the development roller surface.
Note: This does not occur on all colors, so be sure to print out the test pattern (SP5-955,
No.8) for each color to confirm which has the problem.
SOLUTION
Please refer to this RTB for troubleshooting (samples 4 and 5).
Note: Turning the development roller in the reverse direction (2 times) removes
toner clumps in the development unit.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 5/18
Reissued:31-Oct-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008b
SYMPTOM
Blank area, faint image or uneven image density on one side of the copy (front or rear side
of the development unit).
In contrast to the black faint images described in RTB #RB051014a, this symptom appears
only on the development unit front or rear side, as shown below. See RTB #RB051007 for
more detail.
Note: As with the above, this does not occur for all colors, so be sure to print out the test
pattern (SP5-955, No.8) for each color to check which has the problem. (This is not
mentioned in the flowchart in this RTB).
CAUSE
The development unit front gears engage their mainframe counterparts slightly differently
than the rear gears.
SOLUTION
Rotate the mainframe gears manually, removing the development unit(s) on which the
symptom occurs, then reinstall the unit(s).
Note: It is not necessary to replace the development unit.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 6/18
Reissued:31-Oct-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008b
SYMPTOM
Cyan lines in yellow background areas (Sample 3).
Note: Both development and cleaning are performed in the order: KMCY. If the previous
cleaning was insufficient, a dirty image will appear on the next development. The symptom
can therefore be easily identified by checking the yellow section of the C4 test chart.
CAUSE
Toner may pass between the OPC unit cleaning blade and OPC belt.
Note: To distinguish between this symptom and cyan spots/lines in background and main
image areas (described below), take multiple copies/prints of the same image.
# Cyan lines in yellow background areas: Occurs consistently
# Cyan spots/lines in background and main image areas: Occurs, disappears, then
sometimes reoccurs.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 7/18
Reissued:31-Oct-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008b
SOLUTION
The material of the cleaning blade has been changed (from August 2003 production)
SYMPTOM
Cyan spots/lines in background and main image areas.
Note: This does not depend on the color of the background area, but is more visible in
background areas than in main image areas.
Note: See the previous page for how to distinguish this symptom from cyan lines in yellow
background areas.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 9/18
Reissued:31-Oct-03
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008b
SYMPTOM
Dirty spots [A] or lines [B] in background and main image areas.
Note: This does not occur for all toner colors, and is more visible in background areas than
in main image areas.
CAUSE
Insufficient toner charging inside the development unit causes some of the toner to be
more easily attracted to the OPC surface.
SOLUTION
The same bias that is applied to the doctor roller and toner supply roller is now applied to
the entrance seal bracket as well, in order to ensure a uniform charge across all three
components (from Aug 2003).
4. Others
SYMPTOM
Text is blurred, smearing occurs, or several white lines appear on the printout.
CAUSE
A jammed sheet of paper may sometimes get caught in the area between the OPC
belt and the ITB in the PCU unit.
SOLUTION
Action in the field:
Remove the OPC belt-cleaning unit (see page 3-23 in the service manual). Then,
remove the paper caught in the PCU.
Correcting the image problem
for
Model U-C1
Contents
Sample 3 (Uneven image density caused by insufficient cleaning of the OPC belt) Sample 4 (White line caused by toner on the development roller
Sample 5 (Uneven image density caused by toner filming on the development roller) Sample 6 (Black line caused by scratches on the fusing belt/pressure roller)
1
1.2 TROUBLESHOOTING
Please use the following flowchart to take action in response to the six image problems on page 1.
Sample 2
Y N
END Replace the oil supply unit. END Replace the PCU. Clean the inside of the laser unit
2
Make 5 copies of the C4 test chart From the previous page
Replace the OPC cleaning unit Turn the development roller showing the Turn the development roller showing the
white line in the reverse direction (2 times). white line in the reverse direction (2 times).
Y Y
Replace the development unit causing Clean the development roller with a dry cloth.
the white line.
3
2. UNEVEN IMAGE DENSITY AT THE SIDE OF THE IMAGE
Y
Does the image problem N END
Replace the charge unit Clean the dust shield glass in the laser and still occur?
charge units (wire and grid).
Y
Y
Perform Forced Toner Supply
Is there any change in the Y Does the image problem N END
image (position, density, still occur?
etc)?
N Y N Replace the
Clean the development roller bias Is there an even layer of
Does the image problem development
terminal toner on the surface?
still occur? unit
4
3. BLACK AND WHITE DOTS
Do black/white N
Clean the scanner unit exposure glass
dots appear?
Does the image problem N Check the surface of the development roller
occur for all colors? showing the problem.
Y
Are there any particles N Replace the
Approx. 190mm pitch (Fusing belt) stuck to the roller, or is development unit
Y Do the dots appear at a
Approx. 125mm pitch (pressure roller) the roller damaged?
fixed interval (pitch)?
Y
N
Replace the fusing belt assembly or pressure Clean the development roller with a dry cloth
roller. Check the surface of the OPC and image
transfer belts.
Y Y
N
Does the image problem Clean the belt with a dry cloth. Replace the development unit showing
still occur? the B/W dots.
5
4. DIRTY BACKGROUND
Does the image problem N Turn the development roller showing the
occur for all colors? background in the reverse direction (2
times).
N
Replace the OPC belt cleaning unit Does the image problem Clean the development roller with a dry cloth
still occur?
6
RB051007 Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/2
Reissued: 6-Jan-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 19-Mar-03 No.: RB051007a
RTB Correction
The items in bold italics have been corrected or added.
Subject: Blank area on one side of the development unit Prepared by: H.K.
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Other ( )
SYMPTOM
A blank area may appear on one side of the image (development unit front or rear).
Mainframe gears
CAUSE
1. The development unit front gears engage their mainframe counterparts slightly
differently than the rear gears.
2. The above condition may occur due to the shock when the old toner cartridge is
not pulled out correctly during toner replacement.
RB051007 Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/2
Reissued: 6-Jan-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 19-Mar-03 No.: RB051007a
SOLUTION
Rotate the mainframe gears manually, removing the development unit(s) on which the
symptom occurs. Then reinstall the unit (s).
SYMPTOM
SC481 (Transfer belt mark detection error) is indicated.
CAUSE
The ITB in the PCU tears due to the surface of the transfer roller becoming loose.
Additionally, the roller’s edges may sometimes not be smooth. The ITB position shifts and
the belt marks cannot be detected correctly.
Transfer roller
Torn transfer belt
SOLUTION
1. The following were applied from Aug 2003 production:
- The surface coating for the image transfer roller has been changed to stainless steel.
This ensures the ITB will not get scratched.
- The surface treatment of the roller edges has been made smoother.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/2
Reissued: 1-Sep-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 6-Jan-04 No.: RB051022a
B051-26: 5P2883XXXX
B051-51, 57: J2530800001
B052-17, 19, 22, 27, 29: J26368XXXXX
B052-24: L124388XXXX
B052-26: 5P3883XXXX
B052-51, 57: J2630800001
P/N change:
PCU B0519100 ! B0529100.
2. A buff finishing treatment has been applied to the roller edge to ensure better
edge condition from May 2004 production.
Cut-in serial numbers
B051-17: J2546500966
B051-19: J2546600069
B051-22: J2546500142
B051-24: L1234850001
B051-26: 5P28540001
B051-27: J2546500197
B051-29: J2546500001
B051-51, 57: No plan
B052-17: J2646700008
B052-19: J2646700006
B052-22: J2646500109
B052-24: L1244850001
B052-26: 5P38540001
B052-27: J2646500377
B052-29: J2646400114
B052-51, 57: No plan
This is to inform you of the Copier firmware history (BICU, Operation Panel, FAX, FCU).
European version
Asian version
Versi Firmware / Versions
on
BICU (Engine) Operation Panel LCD FAX application FCU
Firmware Version Firmware Versio Firmware Versio Firmware Versio
No. No. n No. n No. n
1.16 B0515554Z 1.32 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.15 B0515554Y 1.31 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.14 B0515554X 1.30:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.13 B0515554W 1.291:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551F 2.05 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.12 B0515554V 1.28:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.11 B0515554T 1.275:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.10 B0515554S 1.262:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.09 B0515554R 1.253:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.08 B0515554Q 1.242:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.07 B0515554P 1.233:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.06 B0515554N 1.213:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.05 B0515554M 1.212:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.04 B0515554L 1.204:1 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.03 B0515554K 1.204:1 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.02 B0515554J 1.202.01 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.019 UraC1CardV1 1.192:01 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
192.bin
Korean version
Versi Firmware / Versions
on
BICU (Engine) Operation Panel LCD FAX application FCU
Firmware Version Firmware Versio Firmware Versio Firmware Versio
No. No. n No. n No. n
1.01 B0515554Z 1.32:01 B0515549B 1.26 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
BICU (Engine)
Symptom Corrected Version
(Changes applied to SP modes for Japan version only). 1.32:01
1.31:01
! SP2-954-001 (New PCU Settings) newly added:
This mode facilitates servicing in the field with individual settings
for new and old PCUs.
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main
unit controller firmware to v2.06 or later.
Extra toner may sometimes stick to the transfer roller and then to the 1.30:01
rear side of the next copy sheet (main motor Off timing has been
optimized).
The Copier main motor may sometimes continue running if Sort jobs
are printed out to the 500-sheet Finisher (B458).
V1.31:01
SP No. English SP2-954-01
0:New
0:New 1:Old
1: Old
Setting for New Setting for Old
2-400-008 Cleaning Bias LL1: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 6/21
Reissued: 13-Feb-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001i
SP No. English SP2-954-01
0:New
0:New 1:Old
1: Old
Setting for New Setting for Old
2-401-008 Cleaning Bias LL2: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-402-008 Cleaning Bias NN1: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-403-008 Cleaning Bias NN2: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-404-008 Cleaning Bias HH: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-920-01 ITB Cleaning CL OFF Time 0 0
! Default setting for SP3-970-004 (Image Area Rate: Bk) has been
changed to 4.7 as follows:
# [0 ~ 10.0 / 4.7 / 0.1 %/step]
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.05.01 or later.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 8/21
Reissued: 13-Feb-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001i
An ITB cleaning blade has been added to the ITB cleaning system.
The condition of the image process has been changed. These SP
modes are used for the new ITB cleaning system.
Toner accumulates on the edge of the ITB cleaning blade. Turning the
ITB clutch Off/On forces accumulated toner on the blade edge to drop
on the ITB while the image is not transferred on the ITB for cleaning. If
it is not performed, toner may drop on the printing image. These SP’s
adjust the time and number of times for blade cleaning.
-2-924-001(ITB Cleaning Clutch Off/On – Time)
[100 ~ 500/ 300 / 10ms /step]
-2-924-002 (ITB Cleaning Clutch Off/On – Number)
[0 ~ 5/ 2 / 1 /step]
The lubrication cleaning time has been revised. SP mode has been
subdivided into time for 1C and time for 2C/3C/4C.
-SP3-920-001 (Lubrication Cleaning Time: - 1C)
[0 ~ 100 / 50 / 1% /step]
-SP3-920-002 (Lubrication Cleaning Time: - 2C/3C/4C)
[0 ~ 100 / 100/ 1% /step]
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.02.9 or later.
The “toner cartridge setting error” is sometimes displayed even when 1.262:01
the cartridge has been set correctly. This is due to misdetection of the
information on the cartridge memory chip.
Default settings for the following have been changed (new defaults
underlined).
SP1-003-5,-6,-7 (Paper Buckle for By-pass Tray):
Note: This adjustment was added from v1.233:01, and the description
has been added to the v1.233.01 description below (previously
missing).
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.02. or later.
To ensure proper printing quality, the default values for the following 1.253:01
SP modes have been revised while some SP modes have been
added.
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.01.5 or later. For details, please refer to RTB
#RB051014 (black faint images).
In color mode (2C or more) with LT LEF and duplex, SC280 is mis- 1.242:01
detected if 5 or more originals are scanned during machine warm-up.
SC571
Software changed so that oil end detection is not counted for supplying
oil from the oil tank to the oil reservoir in the oil supply unit while the
fusing unit is not working (i.e. SCs and jams). This is to avoid oil
overflow conditions that can be caused by winter humidity
(humidification).
Machine may freeze when a paper jam occurs or when the main
switch is turned on (found in laboratory tests).
SC120 was shown instead of SC122 when the scanner home position
was initialized.
1.202.01
Process control mode timing
To reduce the cycle of process control mode (every 200 printings), Mono (Bk)
prints are no longer counted for process control.
1.192:01
SP2-905-01: (Paper transfer roller type)
To improve the transferability, the shape of the paper transfer roller has been
changed from the 1st production. Due to this modification, paper transfer
currents (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032) and paper transfer adjustment (SP2-
903-01) have been reviewed. The settings for August production machines
have been input on the production line. This SP changes the default and
factory settings for SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032 and SP2-903-01 for both
types. It is necessary to set the type to 0 and press # key when firmware
version 1.181:01 or older (August production machines) is updated to
1.192:01 or newer for the first time. This is because the machine cannot
judge which data (old or new) should be used for paper transfer currents.
Check the SP settings after updating the firmware (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-
032, and SP2-903-01).
Note: All settings will be initialized to their new defaults (see tables below),
therefore any previously input field customized settings must be re-input
manually.
0: New paper transfer roller type (Drum type), 1: Old paper transfer roller
type (straight type)
FCU
Symptom Corrected Version
Tx level of DTMF tone in Taiwan is slightly high. 05.00.00
Supports MLB function. 04.00.01
Job numbers for standby for FAX transmission by LAN FAX (P/C FAX) are
limited as follows:
0: 64 1: Depends on memory (400: standard, 800: with Fax Function
Upgrade Unit)
Taiwan area
Taiwan Area parameters added.
SP code Class1and 2
SP
2-310 2-311 2-312 2-313 2-314
Class 3
LL1 LL2 NN1 NN2 HH
-1 25 27 28 29 30
-2 25 28 30 30 30
-3 25 29 32 31 30
-4 25 28 31 30 28
-5 25 27 30 28 26
-6 26 28 29 30 31
-7 26 29 31 31 31
-8 26 30 33 32 31
-9 26 29 32 31 29
-10 26 28 31 29 27
-11 14 15 15 16 16
-12 15 15 15 15 15
-13 16 15 14 15 15
-14 18 16 14 14 14
-15 20 17 14 14 14
-16 28 28 27 29 30
-17 30 29 28 31 33
-18 28 29 30 33 36
-19 28 29 30 32 34
-20 28 29 30 31 32
-21 29 29 28 30 31
-22 31 30 29 32 34
-23 29 30 31 34 37
-24 29 30 31 33 35
-25 29 30 31 32 33
-26 12 13 14 14 14
-27 16 16 16 15 15
-28 20 19 17 17 16
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 20/21
Reissued: 13-Feb-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001i
-29 24 23 23 23 22
-30 28 29 30 29 28
-31 16 17 17 18 18
-32 20 21 21 22 22
New defaults for SP2- 903
[0 to 70.0 /1.0/ 0.1µA/step]
NOTE: In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.291:01 or later.
NOTE: In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.28 :01 or later.
The mechanical counter (covered with a seal) does not increment enough V2.03.2
when using Printer color mode with the mechanical counter set for
development counts. See “NG” in the table below.
Note: This does not occur under any other conditions, such as when using
the Copier function, setting the counter for page counts, or making B/W prints
or copies.
Paper jam/SC687 sometimes occur while printing documents scanned with V2.03.1
mixed-size scanning.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 3/7
Reissued: 13-Feb-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051002i
Symptom Corrected Version
This version has been released for machines produced before August 2003. V2.02.9
The firmware download display is indicated as 2.02AugSP, B0515550W. This
firmware is version after version 2.02. The August and September production
Firmware was found to have the following symptoms:
For firmware is V2.02 or before the document stored by the document sever
could not output after the controller firmware is updated to August or
September production version. The document stored by the document server
after updating the firmware can output. To solve this problem, this version is
released. This firmware is the same level of the August production without
the problem before 2003 August production. However, the document stored
by the document server when the controller firmware version is August or
September could not output after the controller firmware is modified to this
V2.02.9. Therefore, do not use this firmware for the August production or
September production machines. The August production and September
production machines do not cause this problem if the controller firmware is
updated to V2.02.9. For details, please refer to the table below.
NOTE : In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.275 :01 or later.
To improve the image quality of the text part received in the FAX text/photo
mode, data in the IPU processing has been revised.
SC819 when printing out the Scanner History List. V2.02
(for China, Taiwan, and Russia only ).
Some Korean characters appear garbled on the SMC report.
Modified in accordance with the BICU v1.253 :01 modification. V2.01.5
For details, please see RTB #RB051001c.
NOTE : In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.253 :01 or later. For details, please see RTB
#RB051014 (black faint images).
GSA version model names #12-15 (NA only) have been added to SP5-907-1 V2.01.4
(Plug & Play).
The following defaults have been returned to their values as mentioned in
v1.252, as they were reversed due to a programming error in v2.00.1:
Default DHCP: ON
Default Autonet: OFF
Machine may stall when memory full condition is reached while storing an
image into memory if the MLB is not installed.
Paper may not be fed for certain applications, by-pass feed, and N-job ON
after a jam or paper end condition occurs and a jam or paper end condition is
cleared.
SC819 is indicated after a copy job is finished with ‘Store file’ then, printing
‘Stored file’.
The following corrections have been made: V1.29
Machine may freeze during printing in the following conditions:
Combine and page numbering mode.
Original jam during printing in combine mode.
This information is not for the Black Faint Image, but to ensure high cleaning performance
from the ITB cleaning unit and increase the durability of the OPC belt cleaning unit, the
PCU has been modified as follows: (B0519100 to B0529100)
For Black Faint Image, please read Technical Bulletin RB051014b.
• A cleaning blade has been added to the ITB cleaning section.
• The material of the OPC-belt cleaning blade has been changed.
• Due to the additional cleaning blade in the ITB cleaning unit, an excessive load will be placed on the
cam of the ITB cleaning contact mechanism at the rear of the machine. This can cause the cam to
dislodge from the shaft. To correct this, a metal retaining ring has been used to secure the cam instead
of a plastic snap ring from the following cut-in serial numbers.
To ensure good printing, the development unit has also been modified.
(K: B0513204 or B0523204 to B0523214, M: B0513205 or B0523205 to B0523215)
Procedure
Adding the Cam Stopper to the ITB Cleaning Cam
Note: If you have to install this new PCU in a mass-production unit from August 2003 production, you
do not have to install this cam stopper.
1. Turn off the main switch.
2. Open the front cover.
3. Remove the old PCU.
4. Install the cam stopper [A] on the cam [B] so that the stopper does not stick out from the cam.
Note: The straight edges of the cam stopper and cam are aligned with each other. The cam stopper will
snap into position.
5. Install the new PCU.
[B]
[A]
Note: It is necessary to input the settings to determine the SP settings even if the correct
settings are indicated in the SP mode after the firmware is updated.
1. Input the following SP modes as indicated in the following table:
Most important points:
! Development units
It is NOT NECESSARY to change the SP settings when replacing the Y and/or C development
units. In other words, it is only necessary to change these SP mode settings when replacing the
M and / or K development units.
SP mode table for specific combinations for K (Black) development unit / PCU replacement:
SP No. Description Setting A Setting B Setting C Setting D
Setting for Setting for K Setting for Setting for
New PCU New Dev. New PCU + only new
(B0529100) unit K New dev. firmware
+ New (B0523214) unit (Old PCU &
Firmware + New (B0523214) Old Dev.
(Old K Dev. firmware + New Unit)
Unit) (Old PCU) Firmware
# 2-920-001 ITB Cleaning CL OFF 0 0 0 0
Time
# 2-921-001 ITB Cleaning CL OFF 0:New 1:Old 0:New 1:Old
Mode PCU PCU PCU PCU
# 2-922-001 Dev CL ON after Job End 0:OFF 1:ON 0:OFF 1:ON
# 2-923-001 Lubricant after Toner End 1:ON 1:ON 1:ON 1:ON
# 2-924-001 ITB Cleaning Clutch 300 300 300 300
Off/On - Time
# 2-924-002 ITB Cleaning Clutch 2 0 2 0
Off/On - Number
2-941-001 OPC Lubrication time – 14 14 14 14
Interrupt
2-944-001 OPC Lubrication: High 1:Enable 1:Enable 1:Enable 1:Enable
Coverage - Setting
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 4/8
Reissued: 13-Feb-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 19-Sep-03 No.: RB051017c
SP No. Description Setting A Setting B Setting C Setting D
Setting for Setting for K Setting for Setting for
New PCU New Dev. New PCU + only new
(B0529100) unit K New dev. firmware
+ New (B0523214) unit (Old PCU &
Firmware + New (B0523214) Old Dev.
(Old K Dev. firmware + New Unit)
Unit) (Old PCU) Firmware
2-953-001 Image Position 0:New 1:Old 0:New 1:Old
Adjustment PCU PCU PCU PCU
3-911-001 Doc. Roller Rotation 1 1 1 1
Interval:M Dev. (see Note1 (see Note1 (see Note1 (see Note1
below) below) below) below)
3-911-002 Doc. Roller Rotation 1 20 20 1
Interval:K Dev.
3-920-001 Lubrication Cleaning Time 50 50 50 50
– 1C
# 3-920-002 Lubrication Cleaning Time 100 100 100 100
– 2C/3C/4C
3-922-001 Lubricant Clutch OFF: 1C 6 6 6 6
3-922-002 Lubricant Clutch OFF: 6 6 6 6
2C/3C/4C
# SP2-400-008 Cleaning Bias LL1: OPC 1400 1400 1400 1400
lubrication time
# SP2-401-008 Cleaning Bias LL2: OPC 1400 1400 1400 1400
lubrication time
# SP2-402-008 Cleaning Bias NN1: OPC 1400 1400 1400 1400
lubrication time
# SP2-403-008 Cleaning Bias NN2: OPC 1400 1400 1400 1400
lubrication time
# SP2-404-008 Cleaning Bias HH: OPC 1400 1400 1400 1400
lubrication time
SP2-938-001 OPC Reverse Interval 10 10 10 10
When the Controller / BICU firmware have been updated to controller ver2.05.1 and
BICU ver1.291:01 or later, the following SP settings must be input.
# SP2-927-001 Disable Time (ITB 3 3 3 3
Cleaning)
# SP2-925-001 ITB Cleaning Execution 20 20 20 20
Variable
# SP2-926-001 Cover Ratio Reference 1.7 1.7 1.7 1.7
(MC)
# SP2-926-002 Cover Ratio Reference 1.7 1.7 1.7 1.7
(FC)
# SP2-970-05 ITB Cleaning Clutch 2 0 2 0
Off/On Number in Oil
removal mode
Note:
1. Change this setting from 1 to 20 when also installing the new M development unit (B0523215) at
the same time.
2. It is recommended to use the new PCU and development unit when either is replaced on
machines produced in August 2003 or later. This is because if either of the older units is installed
in these machines, it is necessary to perform the SP setting changes explained in this section.
• If you take action for the black faint image (RTB RB051014a: temporary
solution & RB051014b: Final), the following SP mode settings would be input
already. If this is not done yet, input the following settings.
Temporary solution: RTB RB051014a
SP No. Description Value
2-938-001 (New SP) OPC Reverse Interval 10
2-941-001 OPC Lubricant Time – Interrupt 14
3-920-001 Lubrication Cleaning Time 50
3-922-001 (New SP) Lubricant Clutch OFF: 1C 6
3-922-002 (New SP) Lubricant Clutch OFF: 2C/3C/4C 6
Final solution: RTB RB051014b
SP No. Description Value
SP3-970-004 Image Area Rate: Bk 4.7
2. Do the following:
Item Description
SP7-804-02 PM counter reset PCU
SP3-001-001 Forced process control
ACC
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 6/8
Reissued: 13-Feb-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 19-Sep-03 No.: RB051017c
1. Print out the test pattern of SP5-955-5 (1 dot Grid Pattern 0-1: 2 pages of A3/DLT or 4 pages of
A4/LT) in full color mode.
2. Increase the setting of the following SP by 1: SP2-950-5 (B052: 32 cpm) or SP2-950-13 (B051: 24
cpm).
3. Print out the same test pattern as in step 1.
4. Subtract 1 from the initial setting of SP2-950-5 (B052: 32 cpm) or SP2-950-13 (B051: 24 cpm).
5. Print out the same test pattern as in step 1.
6. A3/DLT printing:
Compare the grid pattern in the center of the first sheet and second sheet of each setting (initial, +1,
-1). Then select the printout with the most closely aligned grid pattern. Then set SP2-950-5 (B052:
32 cpm) or SP2-950-13 (B051: 24 cpm) to the value that produced that print.
A4/LT printing:
Compare the grid pattern near the trailing edge of the first sheet and third sheet of each setting
(initial, +1, -1). Then select the printout with the most closely aligned grid pattern. Then set SP2-950-
5 (B052: 32 cpm) or SP2-950-13 (B051: 24 cpm) to the value that produced that print.
"New PCU
(modification
• Toner drop (horizontal --- • Toner drop
---
line) (horizontal
applied)
• Color shift
line)
(August production
or later)"
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/1
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 18-Feb-04 No.: RB051023
SYMPTOM
Continuous paper jams at the registration section (counted in SP7504-63). Although the
paper is caught, there are no marks visible.
CAUSE
Paper dust in the machine reflects and diffuses light, which causes a registration sensor
misdetection and the jam condition.
SOLUTION
Production line
A black seal (G0702136: Grid Shading Plate) has been added to the right cover from
October 2002 production. For the cut-in serial numbers, please refer to MB #MB051029.
SYMPTOM
1. Dirty spots or lines in the background area, and/or
2. Toner dropping from the development unit
CAUSE
Insufficient toner charging inside the development unit causes some of the toner to be
more easily attracted to the OPC surface or scattered out of the development unit.
SOLUTION
Permanent:
The first stage of the permanent solution was applied from August 2003 (see RTB
RB051008c, 3. Dirty Spots/Lines in Background and Main Image Areas), and the solution
for the second stage is currently under analysis (TBA).
IMPORTANT:
! It is essential to first identify the cause, using the flowchart listed in the main
troubleshooting section of this RTB. The following symptoms yield very similar images,
but they all have separate causes.
! To do this, be sure to print out the test pattern (SP5-955, No8) for each of the four-toner
colors, which will clarify if the cause is a problem with the PCU, one of the
development units or the fusing unit.
# Occurs with 1-3 colors: Development unit failure
# Occurs with all four colors: PCU or fusing unit failure
$ *except toner dropping
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/19
Reissued: 9-Mar-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008d
SYMPTOM
Light copies, white lines, faint images, uneven image density (KMCY) from Cyan toner
dropping.
Cyan toner drops from the development unit onto the toner shield glass of the LD unit. This
can cause the outputs to show uneven image density, faint images, or white lines
(depending on the amount of fallen toner).
Note: This can be confirmed by removing the PCU and checking inside the machine for
fallen Cyan toner.
CAUSE
Insufficient toner charging due to the diameter of some doctor rollers.
SOLUTION
The diameter of the Cyan doctor roller has been increased from 10mm to 12mm from
August 2003 production.
P/N change:
Cyan development unit: B0523207 % B0523217.
SYMPTOM:
Uneven image density (KMCY) from lines or scratches on the OPC belt (sample 2).
The uneven ID shows up as lines in image areas, which correspond to the positions of
lines on the OPC or ITB. This symptom does not involve much toner dropping from the
development unit to the LD unit toner glass shield, and can be attributed to a PCU failure.
CAUSE
Additives from the paper can be transferred onto the OPC surface via the transfer belt.
This can cause the OPC surface to become slightly rough or uneven and develop a cloudy
film. In addition, the rough surface of the image transfer roller can cause roughness on the
rear side of the ITB, which can in turn be transferred to the OPC surface.
SOLUTION
The following were applied from Aug 2003 production:
- A cleaning blade has been added to the ITB cleaning section to remove any additives
on the ITB surface.
- The surface coating for the image transfer roller has been changed to stainless steel to
ensure the ITB does not get scratched.
Note: A cloudy film on the OPC surface alone does not trigger this symptom. Therefore in
such a case there is no required action.
P/N change:
PCU B0519100 % B0529100.
SYMPTOM:
- White lines or uneven image density due to toner clumps in the development unit
(sample 4).
- Groups of white lines due to doctor roller filming in the development unit. There
are more white lines than sample 4 (see the sample of white line groups below).
The same point of the doctor roller contacts the development roller if high PV
printing and/or continuous printing is done. Filming is formed on the doctor
roller surface. This may cause the white line groups.
- Uneven image density from development roller filming (sample 5) due to an insufficient
amount of OPC lubricant. The low amount of lubricant causes the toner to melt easier
and stick to the development roller surface.
Note: This does not occur for all colors. Make sure to print out the test pattern (SP5-955,
No.8) for each color to confirm which has the problem.
Example of white line groups White lines
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 5/19
Reissued: 9-Mar-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008d
SOLUTION
Please refer to this RTB for troubleshooting (samples 4 and 5).
Note: Turning the development roller in the reverse direction (2 times) removes toner
clumps in the development unit.
We found from recent field reports and field investigations that there are two types
of white lines. One is due to toner clumps (with foreign substance: sample 4), which
can be recovered by turning the development roller in the reverse direction (2
times). The other is due to doctor roller filming (not development roller filming),
which cannot be recovered by turning the development roller in the reverse
direction. We found that equal doctor roller pressure against the development roller
decreases the possibility of doctor roller filming. The doctor roller plate spring has
been removed to optimize the pressure distribution of the roller from 2003 August
production. (Refer to MB # MB051023 for details.)
P/N change:
B0523204%B0523214 Development Unit - BK
B0523205%B0523215 Development Unit – M
B0523206%B0523216 Development Unit – Y
B0523207%B0523217 Development Unit – C
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 6/19
Reissued: 9-Mar-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008d
SYMPTOM
Blank area, faint image or uneven image density on one side of the copy (front or rear side
of the development unit).
In contrast to the black faint images described in RTB #RB051014a, this symptom appears
only on the development unit front or rear side, as shown below. See RTB #RB051007 for
more detail.
Note: As with the above, this does not occur for all colors, so be sure to print out the test
pattern (SP5-955, No.8) for each color to check which has the problem. (This is not
mentioned in the flowchart in this RTB).
CAUSE
The development unit front gears engage their mainframe counterparts slightly differently
than the rear gears.
SOLUTION
Rotate the mainframe gears manually, removing the development unit(s) for which the
symptom occurs. Then reinstall the unit(s).
Note: It is not necessary to replace the development unit.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 7/19
Reissued: 9-Mar-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008d
SYMPTOM:
Cyan lines in yellow background areas (Sample 3).
Note: Both development and cleaning are done in the order KMCY. If the previous
cleaning was insufficient, a dirty image will appear on the next development. The symptom
can therefore be easily identified by checking the yellow section of the C4 test chart.
CAUSE
Toner may pass between the OPC unit cleaning blade and OPC belt.
Note: To distinguish between this symptom and cyan spots/lines in background and main
image areas (described below), take multiple copies/prints of the same image.
# Cyan lines in yellow background areas: Occurs consistently
# Cyan spots/lines in background and main image areas: Occurs, disappears, then
sometimes reoccurs.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 8/19
Reissued: 9-Mar-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008d
SOLUTION
The material of the cleaning blade has been changed (from August 2003 production)
Note: Cyan toner may be attracted to the surface of the Y development roller after passing
between the OPC unit, the cleaning blade, or OPC belt. (See the following picture.)
After you have taken action for the PCU unit, print out several sheets of the Y checker flag
pattern with (SP5-955, No. 16). If the symptom disappears, the Y development unit can be
used. It is not necessary to replace the Y development unit at this time.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 9/19
Reissued: 9-Mar-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008d
SYMPTOM
Cyan spots/lines in background and main image areas.
Note: This does not depend on the color of the background area, but is more visible in
background areas than in main image areas.
Note: See the previous page for how to distinguish this symptom from cyan lines in yellow
background areas.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 10/19
Reissued: 9-Mar-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008d
SYMPTOM
Dirty spots [A] or lines [B] in background and main image areas.
Note: This does not occur for all toner colors, and is more visible in background areas than
in main image areas.
CAUSE
Insufficient toner charging inside the development unit causes some of the toner to be
more easily attracted to the OPC surface.
SOLUTION
The same bias that is applied to the doctor roller and toner supply roller is now applied to
the entrance seal bracket as well, in order to ensure a uniform charge across all three
components (from Aug 2003).
4. Others
SYMPTOM
Text image is blurred, smeared image occurs, or several white lines appear on the
printout.
CAUSE
A jammed sheet of paper may sometimes get caught in the area between the OPC belt
and the ITB in the PCU unit.
SOLUTION
Action in the field:
Remove the OPC belt-cleaning unit (see page 3-23 in the service manual). Then, remove
the paper caught in the PCU.
Correcting image problems
for
Model U-C1
Contents
Sample 3 (Uneven image density caused by insufficient cleaning of the OPC belt) Sample 4 (White line caused by toner on the development roller
Sample 5 (Uneven image density caused by toner filming on the development roller) Sample 6 (Black line caused by scratch on the fusing belt/pressure roller)
1
1.2 TROUBLESHOOTING
Please use the following flowchart to take action in response to the six image problems on page 1.
Sample 2
Y N
END Replace the oil supply unit. END Replace the PCU. Clean the inside of the laser unit
2
Make 5 copies of the C4 test chart From previous page
Replace the OPC cleaning unit Turn the development roller showing the Turn the development roller showing the
white line in the reverse direction (2 white line in the reverse direction (2
times). times).
Y Y
Replace the development unit causing Clean the development roller with a dry cloth.
the white line.
3
2. UNEVEN IMAGE DENSITY AT THE SIDE OF THE IMAGE
Y
Does the image problem N END
Replace the charge unit Clean the dust shield glass in the laser and still occur?
charge units (wire and grid).
Y
Y
Perform Forced Toner Supply
Is there any change in the Y Does the image problem N END
image (position, density, still occur?
etc)?
N Y N Replace the
Clean the development roller bias Is there an even layer of
Does the image problem development
terminal toner on the surface?
still occur? unit
4
3. BLACK AND WHITE DOTS
Do black/white N
Clean the scanner unit exposure glass
dots appear?
Does the image problem N Check the surface of the development roller
occur on all colors? showing the problem.
Y
Are there any particles N Replace the
Approx. 190mm pitch (Fusing belt) stuck to the roller, or is development unit
Y Do the dots appear at a
Approx. 125mm pitch (pressure roller) the roller damaged?
fixed interval (pitch)?
Y
N
Replace the fusing belt assembly or pressure Clean the development roller with a dry cloth
roller. Check the surface of the OPC and image
transfer belts.
Y Y
N
Does the image problem Clean the belt with a dry cloth. Replace the development unit showing
still occur? the B/W dots.
5
4. DIRTY BACKGROUND
Does the image problem N Turn the development roller showing the
occur on all colors? backgrounding in the reverse direction (2
times).
N
Replace the OPC belt-cleaning unit Does the image problem Clean the development roller with a dry cloth
still occur?
6
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/6
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 15-Mar-04 No.: RB051025
1. SYMPTOM
The following symptoms may occur intermittently or continuously.
• SC142 (White Level Detection Error)
• Colored vertical lines/bands/background (see the photo).
2. CAUSE
The adhesive used to attach the glass to the CCD assembly was changed, but it
generated a gas when exposed to the heat from the PCB during machine operation. The
gas caused the soldered points of wires on the CCD to oxidize and deteriorate, resulting in
poor contact.
CCD Assembly
GLASS
Wire Wire
CCD
Terminal Terminal
Wire
Soldered point
CCD
Terminal Terminal
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/6
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 15-Mar-04 No.: RB051025
3. SOLUTION
The adhesive has been changed back to the original type.
4. Affected Units
The total range of affected units is shown below (from the first production lot through part
of October 2003 production):
Product Code Last Serial Number Product Code Last Serial Number
17 J2537002603 17 J2637001371
19 J2536901935 19 J2636900204
22 J2537000998 22 J2637000699
24 L1233900191 24 L1243900162
26 5P29030350 26 5P39030150
B051 B052
27 J2537003540 27 J2637002509
29 J2537000138 29 J2637000128
28 J2537002983 28 J2637001728
51 J2530900110 51 J2630901590
57 J2531000088 57 J2631000100
Note:
! This retrofit part is the same part as normal service part P/N B0511697.
! The replacement procedure is on the following page.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 3/6
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 15-Mar-04 No.: RB051025
Lens Block Assembly Replacement Procedure
[B]
1. Remove the exposure glass.
2. Remove the scanner rear cover. [A]
3. Remove the scanner right cover [A]
(! x 1)
4. Remove the inner cover [B] (! x 4)
B051R004.WMF
[C]
5. Lens block assembly [C] (! x 4, " x 4).
NOTE: Do not remove the paint-locked
screws.
6. After reassembling, input the data in
accordance with the data sheet included in
the spare SBU unit (☛ SP4-540).
NOTE: Refer to the diagram on the next
page. Before inputting the number,
check the data sheet to see if it is
marked with a + or –, then input a
+ve or –ve number accordingly.
B051R005.WMF
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 4/6
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 15-Mar-04 No.: RB051025
B051S999.PCX
7. After replacing the lens block assembly, please do the scanner adjustment.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 5/6
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 15-Mar-04 No.: RB051025
Scanner Adjustment Procedure
Note: Use a C4 test chart to do the following adjustments.
A: Sub-scan magnification
REMARKS
! To distinguish the old/new lens block assemblies, modified retrofit (B0519901) and
normal service parts (B0511697) contain a white mark in the area shown in the photo
below. However, assemblies from approximately the second-month lots to February do
not contain this mark. In such cases, please mark the lens block assembly in the
area shown below with a permanent marker at the next service visit.
Important Notes for When Installing the PCU and Charge Corona Unit
1. When installing the PCU, be sure to insert the unit into the machine gently.
! If the unit is installed too hastily, this can result in SC305 (charge corona unit
cleaner error) or incorrect attachment of the unit, caused by damage to the QL
stay as shown below.
Projections
3. When removing the charge corona unit, be sure to keep the unit level while gently
pulling it out (i.e. do not lower or turn the unit at all).
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/2
Reissued: 22-Mar-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Dec-03 No.: RB051021a
RTB Correction
The items in bold italics have been corrected or added.
Subject: Mashine drawer connector damaged Prepared by: Y.Urushihara
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Other ( )
Note: To attach the guides, use the orange tape packed together with the paper bank
option.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/2
Reissued: 22-Mar-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Dec-03 No.: RB051021a
The cut-in serial numbers for the cardboard guides are as follows.
IMPORTANT:
It is essential to first identify the cause, using the flowchart listed in the main
troubleshooting section of this RTB. The following symptoms yield very similar images,
but they all have separate causes.
To do this, be sure to print out the test pattern (SP5-955, No8) for each of the four-toner
colors, which will clarify if the cause is a problem with the PCU, one of the
development units or the fusing unit.
Occurs with 1-3 colors: Development unit failure
Occurs with all four colors: PCU or fusing unit failure
*except toner dropping
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/23
Reissued: 26-April-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008e
SYMPTOM
Light copies, white lines, faint images, uneven image density (KMCY) from Cyan toner
dropping.
Cyan toner drops from the development unit onto the toner shield glass of the LD unit. This
can cause the outputs to show uneven image density, faint images, or white lines
(depending on the amount of fallen toner).
Note: This can be confirmed by removing the PCU and checking inside the machine for
fallen Cyan toner.
CAUSE
Insufficient toner charging due to the diameter of some doctor rollers.
SOLUTION
The diameter of the Cyan doctor roller has been increased from 10mm to 12mm from
August 2003 production.
P/N change:
Cyan development unit: B0523207 B0523217.
SYMPTOM:
Uneven image density (KMCY) from lines or scratches on the OPC belt (sample 2).
The uneven ID shows up as lines in image areas, which correspond to the positions of
lines on the OPC or ITB. This symptom does not involve much toner dropping from the
development unit to the LD unit toner glass shield, and can be attributed to a PCU failure.
CAUSE
Additives from the paper can be transferred onto the OPC surface via the transfer belt.
This can cause the OPC surface to become slightly rough or uneven and develop a cloudy
film. In addition, the rough surface of the image transfer roller can cause roughness on the
rear side of the ITB, which can in turn be transferred to the OPC surface.
SOLUTION
The following were applied from Aug 2003 production:
- A cleaning blade has been added to the ITB cleaning section to remove any additives
on the ITB surface.
- The surface coating for the image transfer roller has been changed to stainless steel to
ensure the ITB does not get scratched.
Note: A cloudy film on the OPC surface alone does not trigger this symptom. Therefore in
such a case there is no required action.
P/N change:
PCU B0519100 B0529100.
SYMPTOM:
- White lines or uneven image density due to toner clumps in the development unit
(sample 4).
- White lines group due to doctor roller filming in the development unit. There are more
white lines than sample 4 (see the sample of white line groups below). The same point
of the doctor roller contacts with the development roller if the high PV printings and/or
continuous printings are made. Filming is formed on the doctor roller surface. This may
cause the white lines groups.
- Uneven image density from development roller filming (sample 5) due to an insufficient
amount of OPC lubricant. The low amount of lubricant causes the toner to melt easier
and stick to the development roller surface.
Note: This does not occur on all colors. Make sure to print out the test pattern (SP5-955,
No.8) for each color to check which has the problem.
Sample of white lines groups White lines
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 5/23
Reissued: 26-April-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008e
SOLUTION
Please refer to this RTB for troubleshooting (samples 4 and 5).
Note: Turning the development roller in the reverse direction (2 times) removes toner
clumps in the development unit.
We found from the recent field reports and field investigations that there are two
types of white lines. One is due to toner clumps (with a foreign substance: sample
4), which can be recovered by turning the development roller in reverse (2 times).
The other is due to the doctor roller filming (not development roller filming), which
cannot be recovered by turning the development roller in reverse.
We found that an even doctor roller pressure against the development roller decreases the
possibility of the occurrence ratio of the doctor roller filming. The doctor roller plate spring
has been removed to optimize the pressure distribution of the roller from 2003 August
production. (Refer to MB # MB051023 for details.)
P/N change:
B0523204 B0523214 Development Unit - BK
B0523205 B0523215 Development Unit – M
B0523206 B0523216 Development Unit – Y
B0523207 B0523217 Development Unit – C
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 6/23
Reissued: 26-April-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008e
SYMPTOM
Blank area, faint image or uneven image density on one side of the copy (front or rear side
of the development unit).
In contrast to the black faint images described in RTB #RB051014a, this symptom appears
only on the development unit front or rear side, as shown below. See RTB #RB051007 for
more detail.
Note: As with the above, this does not occur on all colors, so be sure to print out the test
pattern (SP5-955, No.8) for each color to check which has the problem. (This is not
mentioned in the flowchart in this RTB).
CAUSE
The development unit front gears engage their mainframe counterparts slightly differently
than the rear gears.
SOLUTION
Rotate the mainframe gears manually, removing the development unit(s) on which the
symptom occurs. Then reinstall the unit(s).
Note: It is not necessary to replace the development unit.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 7/23
Reissued: 26-April-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008e
SYMPTOM:
Cyan lines in yellow background areas (Sample 3).
Note: Both development and cleaning are performed in the order: KMCY. If the previous
cleaning was insufficient, a dirty image will appear on the next development. The symptom
can therefore be easily identified by checking the yellow section of the C4 test chart.
CAUSE
Toner may pass between the OPC unit cleaning blade and OPC belt.
Note: To distinguish between this symptom and cyan spots/lines in background and main
image areas (described below), take multiple copies/prints of the same image.
Cyan lines in yellow background areas: Occurs consistently
Cyan spots/lines in background and main image areas: Occurs, disappears, then
sometimes reoccurs.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 8/23
Reissued: 26-April-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008e
SOLUTION
The material of the cleaning blade has been changed (from August 2003 production)
Note: Cyan toner may be attracted to the surface of the Y development roller after passing
between the OPC unit, the cleaning blade or OPC belt. (See the following picture.)
After you have taken action for the PCU unit, print out several sheets of the Y checker flag
pattern with (SP5-955, No. 16). If the symptom disappears, the Y development unit can be
used. It is not necessary to replace the Y development unit at this time.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 9/23
Reissued: 26-April-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008e
SYMPTOM
Cyan spots/lines in background and main image areas.
Note: This does not depend on the color of the background area, but is more visible in
background areas than in main image areas.
Note: See the previous page for how to distinguish this symptom from cyan lines in yellow
background areas.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 10/23
Reissued: 26-April-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008e
SYMPTOM
Dirty spots [A] or lines [B] in background and main image areas.
Note: This does not occur for all toner colors, and is more visible in background areas than
in main image areas.
CAUSE
Insufficient toner charging inside the development unit causes some of the toner to be
more easily attracted to the OPC surface.
SOLUTION
The same bias that is applied to the doctor roller and toner supply roller is now applied to
the entrance seal bracket as well; in order to ensure a uniform charge across all three
components (from Aug 2003).
4. Others
SYMPTOM
Text is blurred, smeared image occurs, or several white lines appear on the printout.
CAUSE
A jammed sheet of paper may sometimes get caught in the area between the OPC belt
and the ITB in the PCU unit.
SOLUTION
Action in the field:
Remove the OPC belt-cleaning unit (see 3-23 in the S/M). Then, remove the paper caught
in the PCU.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 13/23
Reissued: 26-April-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008e
SYMPTOM
Random-pitched banding
Bands can appear at random intervals.
CAUSE
Toner drops out from the development unit onto the OPC grounding brush,
preventing the OPC belt from being properly grounded.
Grounding Brush
SOLUTION
Action in the field
Clean the grounding brush by inserting a sheet of paper between the brush and the
OPC belt. Then, clean off any dropped toner in and around the PCU with a vacuum
cleaner and/or cotton cloth, being very careful not to damage the OPC surface.
SYMPTOM
15mm-wide band along the paper feed direction and/or SC305 (Charge Corona
Cleaner Error).
CAUSE
Toner drops from the development unit in between the charge corona cleaner slider
and cleaner driving screw (illustration on the next page).
SOLUTION
Action in the field
Clean the screw and slider with a damp cloth.
Note: Since the slider needs to be removed in order to be cleaned, first try cleaning
the screw and then if there is no improvement, remove and clean the slider.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 16/23
Reissued: 26-April-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 12-Mar-03 No.: RB051008e
Cleaner driving
screw
Cleaner slider
Correcting the image problem
for
Model U-C1
Contents
Sample 3 (Uneven image density caused by insufficient cleaning of the OPC belt) Sample 4 (White line caused by toner on the development roller
Sample 5 (Uneven image density caused by toner filming on the development roller) Sample 6 (Black line caused by scratch on the fusing belt/pressure roller)
1
1.2 TROUBLESHOOTING
Please use the following flowchart to take action in response to the six image problems on page 1.
Sample 2
Y N
END Replace the oil supply unit. END Replace the PCU. Clean the inside of the laser unit
2
Make 5 copies of the C4 test chart From previous page
Replace the OPC cleaning unit Turn the development roller showing the Turn the development roller showing the
white line in the reverse direction (2 white line in the reverse direction (2
times). times).
Y Y
Replace the development unit causing Clean the development roller with a dry cloth.
the white line.
3
2. UNEVEN IMAGE DENSITY AT THE SIDE OF THE IMAGE
Y
Does the image problem N END
Replace the charge unit Clean the dust shield glass in the laser and still occur?
charge units (wire and grid).
Y
Y
Perform Forced Toner Supply
Is there any change in the Y Does the image problem N END
image (position, density, still occur?
etc)?
N Y N Replace the
Clean the development roller bias Is there an even layer of
Does the image problem development
terminal toner on the surface?
still occur? unit
4
3. BLACK AND WHITE DOTS
Do black/white N
Clean the scanner unit exposure glass
dots appear?
Does the image problem N Check the surface of the development roller
occur on all colors? showing the problem.
Y
Are there any particles N Replace the
Approx. 190mm pitch (Fusing belt) stuck to the roller, or is development unit
Y Do the dots appear at a
Approx. 125mm pitch (pressure roller) the roller damaged?
fixed interval (pitch)?
Y
N
Replace the fusing belt assembly or pressure Clean the development roller with a dry cloth
roller. Check the surface of the OPC and image
transfer belts.
Y Y
N
Does the image problem Clean the belt with a dry cloth. Replace the development unit showing
still occur? the B/W dots.
5
4. DIRTY BACKGROUND
Does the image problem N Turn the development roller showing the
occur on all colors? backgrounding in the reverse direction (2
times).
N
Replace the OPC belt-cleaning unit Does the image problem Clean the development roller with a dry cloth
still occur?
6
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/1
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 7-May-04 No.: RB051027
You must empty the waste toner bottles during every service call. This is described in the
‘PM table’ and ‘Replacement and Adjustment’ chapters of the service manual. However,
recent field data analyses and field investigations show that this action is often forgotten.
Please note that this action should be performed every service call, to prevent
unnecessary service calls just to empty the waste bottles.
The period of the waste toner full condition depends on the P/J and/or coverage, so cannot
be predicted exactly. Thus, please remember to empty the waste toner bottles when you
work on the machines.
This is to inform you of the Language software history for the U-C1.
Language Group 1:
US English, UK English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Dutch, Norwegian, Danish,
Swedish, Portuguese, Czech
Affected
Version Symptom Corrected
Language
3.04 “Almost empty” is mistakenly displayed when the waste toner Czech
bottle reaches the near-full condition.
2.68 The translations for “Sort” and “Stack” were reversed. Portuguese
2.65 1st mass production
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/3
Reissued: 26-May-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 9-Apr-03 No.: RB051012b
Language Group 2
Japanese, US English, UK English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Finnish, Polish,
Hungarian, Russian
Affected
Version Symptom Corrected
Language
3.02 Incorrect terms correction in system settings in the user tool. All
2.65 1st mass production
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 3/3
Reissued: 26-May-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 9-Apr-03 No.: RB051012b
Using the Language Kit.
1. Insert the IC card containing the firmware into the controller IC card slot.
2. Turn ON the main power. Then, chose either the First or Second display language for
the update.
Note: It is also possible to write to both the First and Second languages.
3. Start the update.
4. Select the appropriate display language in User Tools.
As shown in the table below, there are some cases where certain languages cannot be
displayed, depending on the type of operation panel software:
Key:
√: Can be displayed.
∆: Can be displayed, but printer application window is not displayed correctly.
X: Cannot be displayed.
! The development roller handle shown below has been included inside the mainframes
and development unit spare parts from the beginning of mass production, and is also
registered with service parts as P/N G0703499 for use with KCMY development units.
This handle is used to perform manual rotation of the development roller at unit
installation (see the Service Manual excerpt below).
! Please be sure to keep this handle together with all other maintenance tools (do not
dispose of the handle), as this part will be removed from mainframes and development
unit accessories beginning at some point in the near future (TBA). This handle is being
removed from machines/accessories since only one is needed per field technician.
! The handle will however remain an active service part under its existing P/N shown
above.
[C] [A]
Development
roller handle
[B]
8. Keep the development unit level and shake the development unit about 10 times from
side to side.
NOTE: 1) Do not touch the development roller or the development roller gear.
2) Use caution not to drop the cartridge or to damage it.
3) If the cartridge has not been shaken well, the machine takes a
longer time to initialize the development unit, or an error message or
SC350 is displayed. When either of them is displayed, turn the main
switch off and on.
9. Engage the special tool [A] (distributed with the machine) with the development roller
gear at the rear [B].
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/2
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 26-May-04 No.: RB051028
10. Turn the tool clockwise (approximately 5 times) until the toner covers the whole area of
the development roller [C].
NOTE: If the toner does not cover the whole area of the development roller, redo
steps 8 to 10.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/22
Reissued: 31-May-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001j
RTB Reissue
The items in bold italics have been added or changed.
Subject: Firmware History - Copier Prepared by: H.K.
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Other (Firmware History)
This is to inform you of the Copier firmware history (BICU, Operation Panel, FAX, FCU).
European version
Asian version
Versi Firmware / Versions
on
BICU (Engine) Operation Panel LCD FAX application FCU
Firmware Version Firmware Versio Firmware Versio Firmware Versio
No. No. n No. n No. n
1.17 B0515568 1.333 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.16 B0515554Z 1.32 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.15 B0515554Y 1.31 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.14 B0515554X 1.30:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.13 B0515554W 1.291:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551F 2.05 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.12 B0515554V 1.28:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.11 B0515554T 1.275:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.10 B0515554S 1.262:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.09 B0515554R 1.253:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.08 B0515554Q 1.242:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.07 B0515554P 1.233:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.06 B0515554N 1.213:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.05 B0515554M 1.212:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.04 B0515554L 1.204:1 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.03 B0515554K 1.204:1 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.02 B0515554J 1.202.01 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.019 UraC1CardV1 1.192:01 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
192.bin
Korean version
Versi Firmware / Versions
on
BICU (Engine) Operation Panel LCD FAX application FCU
Firmware Version Firmware Versio Firmware Versio Firmware Versio
No. No. n No. n No. n
1.02 B0515568 1.333 :01 B0515549B 1.26 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.01 B0515554Z 1.32:01 B0515549B 1.26 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
BICU (Engine)
Symptom Corrected Version
Software modified so that process control and charge corona 1.333:01
wire cleaning are performed just prior to switching over to low
power mode, to minimize the possibility of interrupting a print
job.
Note: Details explained in separate RTB (TBA).
The ACC sheet is not printed out correctly if the machine receives
a Fax while printing out the sheet.
The title and accompanying pictorial symbols for all fusing unit
jams are now displayed as one “B/C Jam” message, in order to
ensure panel displays are consistent with machine decals.
Specifically:
- The “B/C jam” display instructs users to open both the right
cover and right-upper cover.
- The “B jam” display now instructs users to open the right
cover only.
“Toner End” is displayed if the main power is turned On without
the toner cartridge installed, even if the cartridge is then properly
installed following this (main power Off/On necessary).
The machine emits a continuous beeping sound while shifting the
paper stack inside the LCT following the LCT paper end condition
(auto tray switching Off).
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.06 or later.
Extra toner may sometimes stick to the transfer roller and then to the 1.30:01
rear side of the next copy sheet (main motor Off timing has been
optimized).
The Copier main motor may sometimes continue running if Sort jobs
are printed out to the 500-sheet Finisher (B458).
V1.31:01
SP No. English SP2-954-01
0:New 1:Old
Setting for New Setting for Old
2-400-008 Cleaning Bias LL1: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-401-008 Cleaning Bias LL2: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-402-008 Cleaning Bias NN1: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-403-008 Cleaning Bias NN2: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-404-008 Cleaning Bias HH: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-920-01 ITB Cleaning CL OFF Time 0 0
! Default setting for SP3-970-004 (Image Area Rate: Bk) has been
changed to 4.7 as follows:
# [0 ~ 10.0 / 4.7 / 0.1 %/step]
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.05.01 or later.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 9/22
Reissued: 31-May-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001j
An ITB cleaning blade has been added to the ITB cleaning system.
The condition of the image process has been changed. These SP
modes are used for the new ITB cleaning system.
Toner accumulates on the edge of the ITB cleaning blade. Turning the
ITB clutch Off/On forces accumulated toner on the blade edge to drop
on the ITB while the image is not transferred on the ITB for cleaning. If
it is not performed, toner may drop on the printing image. These SP’s
adjust the time and number of times for blade cleaning.
-2-924-001(ITB Cleaning Clutch Off/On – Time)
[100 ~ 500/ 300 / 10ms /step]
-2-924-002 (ITB Cleaning Clutch Off/On – Number)
[0 ~ 5/ 2 / 1 /step]
The lubrication cleaning time has been revised. SP mode has been
subdivided into time for 1C and time for 2C/3C/4C.
-SP3-920-001 (Lubrication Cleaning Time: - 1C)
[0 ~ 100 / 50 / 1% /step]
-SP3-920-002 (Lubrication Cleaning Time: - 2C/3C/4C)
[0 ~ 100 / 100/ 1% /step]
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.02.9 or later.
The “toner cartridge setting error” is sometimes displayed even when 1.262:01
the cartridge has been set correctly. This is due to misdetection of the
information on the cartridge memory chip.
Default settings for the following have been changed (new defaults
underlined).
SP1-003-5,-6,-7 (Paper Buckle for By-pass Tray):
Note: This adjustment was added from v1.233:01, and the description
has been added to the v1.233.01 description below (previously
missing).
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.02. or later.
To ensure proper printing quality, the default values for the following 1.253:01
SP modes have been revised while some SP modes have been
added.
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.01.5 or later. For details, please refer to RTB
#RB051014 (black faint images).
In color mode (2C or more) with LT LEF and duplex, SC280 is mis- 1.242:01
detected if 5 or more originals are scanned during machine warm-up.
SC571
Software changed so that oil end detection is not counted for supplying
oil from the oil tank to the oil reservoir in the oil supply unit while the
fusing unit is not working (i.e. SCs and jams). This is to avoid oil
overflow conditions that can be caused by winter humidity
(humidification).
Machine may freeze when a paper jam occurs or when the main
switch is turned on (found in laboratory tests).
SC120 was shown instead of SC122 when the scanner home position
was initialized.
1.202.01
Process control mode timing
To reduce the cycle of process control mode (every 200 printings), Mono (Bk)
prints are no longer counted for process control.
1.192:01
SP2-905-01: (Paper transfer roller type)
To improve the transferability, the shape of the paper transfer roller has been
changed from the 1st production. Due to this modification, paper transfer
currents (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032) and paper transfer adjustment (SP2-
903-01) have been reviewed. The settings for August production machines
have been input on the production line. This SP changes the default and
factory settings for SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032 and SP2-903-01 for both
types. It is necessary to set the type to 0 and press # key when firmware
version 1.181:01 or older (August production machines) is updated to
1.192:01 or newer for the first time. This is because the machine cannot
judge which data (old or new) should be used for paper transfer currents.
Check the SP settings after updating the firmware (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-
032, and SP2-903-01).
Note: All settings will be initialized to their new defaults (see tables below),
therefore any previously input field customized settings must be re-input
manually.
0: New paper transfer roller type (Drum type), 1: Old paper transfer roller
type (straight type)
FCU
Symptom Corrected Version
Tx level of DTMF tone in Taiwan is slightly high. 05.00.00
Supports MLB function. 04.00.01
Job numbers for standby for FAX transmission by LAN FAX (P/C FAX) are
limited as follows:
0: 64 1: Depends on memory (400: standard, 800: with Fax Function
Upgrade Unit)
Taiwan area
Taiwan Area parameters added.
SP code Class1and 2
SP
2-310 2-311 2-312 2-313 2-314
Class 3
LL1 LL2 NN1 NN2 HH
-1 25 27 28 29 30
-2 25 28 30 30 30
-3 25 29 32 31 30
-4 25 28 31 30 28
-5 25 27 30 28 26
-6 26 28 29 30 31
-7 26 29 31 31 31
-8 26 30 33 32 31
-9 26 29 32 31 29
-10 26 28 31 29 27
-11 14 15 15 16 16
-12 15 15 15 15 15
-13 16 15 14 15 15
-14 18 16 14 14 14
-15 20 17 14 14 14
-16 28 28 27 29 30
-17 30 29 28 31 33
-18 28 29 30 33 36
-19 28 29 30 32 34
-20 28 29 30 31 32
-21 29 29 28 30 31
-22 31 30 29 32 34
-23 29 30 31 34 37
-24 29 30 31 33 35
-25 29 30 31 32 33
-26 12 13 14 14 14
-27 16 16 16 15 15
-28 20 19 17 17 16
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 21/22
Reissued: 31-May-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001j
-29 24 23 23 23 22
-30 28 29 30 29 28
-31 16 17 17 18 18
-32 20 21 21 22 22
New defaults for SP2- 903
[0 to 70.0 /1.0/ 0.1µA/step]
Supplementary:
When recovering from low power mode, the HDD sends the Ready
condition signal to the main controller as soon as the HDD is brought
on line. Since the HDD is not actually in its Ready condition, it is unable
to receive data from the controller, triggering the SC.
With this firmware, the HDD will send its ready condition signal only
after it has fully reached its Ready status following recovery from low
power mode.
The date and time for the last time ACC was performed is not displayed
on the operation panel (Korea models).
Print job sometimes stalls when printing out a Printer Document Server
document with Date Printing, which is mistakenly displayed as a paper
jam on the operation panel.
Note: In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to v1.31:01 or later.
The Copier sometimes stalls on machines with the optional MLB installed V2.05.2
while the optional FAX unit is storing documents.
Modified in accordance with the BICU v1.291:01 modification. For details, V2.05.1
please see RTB #RB051001g.
NOTE: In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.291:01 or later.
NOTE: In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.28 :01 or later.
The mechanical counter (covered with a seal) does not increment enough V2.03.2
when using Printer color mode with the mechanical counter set for
development counts. See “NG” in the table below.
Note: This does not occur under any other conditions, such as when using
the Copier function, setting the counter for page counts, or making B/W prints
or copies.
Paper jam/SC687 sometimes occur while printing documents scanned with V2.03.1
mixed-size scanning.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 4/8
Reissued: 31-May-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051002j
Symptom Corrected Version
This version has been released for machines produced before August 2003. V2.02.9
The firmware download display is indicated as 2.02AugSP, B0515550W. This
firmware is version after version 2.02. The August and September production
Firmware was found to have the following symptoms:
For firmware is V2.02 or before the document stored by the document sever
could not output after the controller firmware is updated to August or
September production version. The document stored by the document server
after updating the firmware can output. To solve this problem, this version is
released. This firmware is the same level of the August production without
the problem before 2003 August production. However, the document stored
by the document server when the controller firmware version is August or
September could not output after the controller firmware is modified to this
V2.02.9. Therefore, do not use this firmware for the August production or
September production machines. The August production and September
production machines do not cause this problem if the controller firmware is
updated to V2.02.9. For details, please refer to the table below.
NOTE : In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.275 :01 or later.
To improve the image quality of the text part received in the FAX text/photo
mode, data in the IPU processing has been revised.
SC819 when printing out the Scanner History List. V2.02
(for China, Taiwan, and Russia only ).
Some Korean characters appear garbled on the SMC report.
Modified in accordance with the BICU v1.253 :01 modification. V2.01.5
For details, please see RTB #RB051001c.
NOTE : In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.253 :01 or later. For details, please see RTB
#RB051014 (black faint images).
GSA version model names #12-15 (NA only) have been added to SP5-907-1 V2.01.4
(Plug & Play).
The following defaults have been returned to their values as mentioned in
v1.252, as they were reversed due to a programming error in v2.00.1:
Default DHCP: ON
Default Autonet: OFF
Machine may stall when memory full condition is reached while storing an
image into memory if the MLB is not installed.
Paper may not be fed for certain applications, by-pass feed, and N-job ON
after a jam or paper end condition occurs and a jam or paper end condition is
cleared.
SC819 is indicated after a copy job is finished with ‘Store file’ then, printing
‘Stored file’.
The following corrections have been made: V1.29
Machine may freeze during printing in the following conditions:
Combine and page numbering mode.
Original jam during printing in combine mode.
Subject: Firmware Release History (G3 interface unit & ISDN Prepared by: H.K.
option)
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Other ( )
This is to inform you of firmware release information for the G3 interface unit & ISDN
option (G4) Service Card.
Contents
Version Programs/Versions
G3 interface unit ISDN option (G4)
4.00 73 H3107235L 19 H5477207F
4.00 71 H3107235K 19 H5477207F
2.00 66 H3107235C 19 H5477207F
1.00 49 H3107235C 19 H5477207F
Subject: Dirty Background – Black stripes in non-image areas Prepared by: H.K.
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Other ( )
SYMPTOM
Black stripes appear in non-image areas.
CAUSE
Some toner in the toner hopper takes on a positive charge under the following
conditions, causing it to be attracted to non-image areas:
Printing out images with coverage rates of 5% or less for an extended period causes
the amount of toner in the toner hopper to increase, as consumption is relatively low.
This lowers the toner fluidity (agitation capability) and chargeability, so that when new
toner is supplied and mixed into the hopper, some of the toner with low chargeability
takes on a positive charge.
SOLUTION
Production line
1. The following have been applied to optimize the amount of toner supplied from the
bottle to the hopper.
! The drive gears have been modified to reduce the rotation speed of the toner
agitator.
! The size of the toner supply window has been decreased.
2. The default value for the minimum toner consumption amount (SP3-970-004:
Image Area Rate: Bk) has been changed to 4.7%. This acts to continuously supply
refreshed toner to the development roller, ensuring that the proper toner
chargeability is maintained.
3. The shape of the paddle roller in the toner hopper has been changed to more
evenly distribute new toner and improve toner fluidity.
Note:
# Changes #1 and 3 above have been applied from June 2004 production, and
change #2 from November 2003 production. See below for the P/N change
and remarks regarding the new Bk development unit.
In the Field
If the symptom is reported in the field:
1. Take 20-30 A3 sky-shot copies to remove the deteriorated toner.
2. Make sure SP3-970-004 (Image Area Rate: Bk) is set to a value of 4.7.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 3/3
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 11-Jun-04 No.: RB051030
# The new unit is shipped with the Bk starter toner already supplied to the toner hopper,
therefore do not replace the Bk starter toner cartridge to supply more toner to the
hopper until the toner end condition is detected. This will cause this black stripe
problem to occur.
! The starter toner is pre-supplied because the decreased toner supply window
modification can sometimes cause a toner end misdetection from the reduced
amount of toner being supplied from the starter cartridge.
“+” Mark
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/7
Reissued: 11-Jun-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 9-Mar-04 No.: RB051024a
RTB Correction
The items in bold italics have been corrected or added.
Subject: Toner dropping Prepared by: H.K.
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Other ( )
SYMPTOM
Toner dropping from the development unit, leading to the following:
! Random-pitched banding (dirty OPC grounding brush)
! Dirty spots on images
! 15mm-width bands (charge corona cleaner stops during cleaning job)
! Uneven image density, light copies, other (see RTB RB051008e)
CAUSE
1. Toner leaks through the gap between the internal seal and doctor roller (left
and right sides of the development unit).
2. Toner leaks through the doctor and development roller nip area, due to
insufficient nip pressure between the rollers (left and right sides of the
development unit).
3. Toner leaks through the entrance seal when foreign particles get caught
underneath the seal (center of the development unit).
Note: This is intermittent, since the development roller’s reverse rotation
mode helps to clear away these particles.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/7
Reissued: 11-Jun-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 9-Mar-04 No.: RB051024a
SOLUTION
Action in the Field:
1. Turn the development roller in the reverse direction and clean the roller surface with
a dry cloth. Also, please refer to RTB RB051008e.
2. Clean the following, including any areas inside the machine onto which toner
has fallen: Development unit area, charge corona unit, PCU exterior, PCU
grounding brush (see RTB 051008e, pg. 14).
If uneven image density or light copies still appear after this cleaning, check
the LD unit (especially the toner shield glass and polygon mirror) and clean if
necessary.
3. Clean both edges of the development unit (gears, development roller and
development seals at both ends).
Important: While cleaning, make sure that no foreign particles come in contact with
the development roller surface and that the development unit surface is not
damaged.
Clean
Clean
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 3/7
Reissued: 11-Jun-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 9-Mar-04 No.: RB051024a
4. Clean out as much of the spilt toner as possible from the space between the
development roller and seal, using a vacuum.
Spilt toner
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 4/7
Reissued: 11-Jun-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 9-Mar-04 No.: RB051024a
5. Attach the following side seals (L-shaped) to both ends of the development
unit as shown below.
B0519909: Toner Protection sheet – 40 pcs/set
Note: The target is to perfectly align the seal with the unit edges, with a
maximum of +1mm outward from the unit side edge. Make sure not to attach
the seals inward of the unit side edge.
2) Bend back the tabs on the lower edge of the seal, then affix them to the
bottom surface of the unit.
3) Make sure to smooth out the surface of the seal and press firmly when
attaching, in order to prevent any bubbles. Also, after attaching, make sure
there are no gaps between the seals and the doctor roller shaft (see the photo
below).
Important:
1) While attaching the Mylar seals, make sure that no foreign particles
come in contact with the development roller surface and that the
development unit surface is not damaged.
2) The actual seals are not marked with red lines; this is only a visual aid
for the photograph below.
3) If marks appear at 54 mm intervals after attaching the seals, the
development roller surface needs to be cleaned (see the service manual
page 4-24).
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 5/7
Reissued: 11-Jun-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 9-Mar-04 No.: RB051024a
Left Edge
0+1, -0
Align
the left
end
Right Edge
0+1, - 0
Align
the
right
edge
“+” Mark
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 7/7
Reissued: 11-Jun-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 9-Mar-04 No.: RB051024a
B052-26: 5P3864XXXX
B052-51, 57: J26406XXXXX
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/8
Reissued: 30-Jul-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 9-Mar-04 No.: RB051024b
RTB Correction
The items in bold italics have been corrected or added.
Subject: Toner dropping Prepared by: H.K.
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
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SYMPTOM
Toner dropping from the development unit, leading to the following:
! Random-pitched banding (dirty OPC grounding brush)
! Dirty spots on images
! 15mm-width bands (charge corona cleaner stops during cleaning job)
! Uneven image density, light copies, other (see RTB RB051008e)
CAUSE
1. Toner leaks through the gap between the internal seal and doctor roller (left and
right sides of the development unit).
2. Toner leaks through the doctor and development roller nip area, due to insufficient
nip pressure between the rollers (left and right sides of the development unit).
3. Toner leaks through the entrance seal when foreign particles get caught underneath
the seal (center of the development unit).
Note: This is intermittent, since the development roller’s reverse rotation mode
helps to clear away these particles.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/8
Reissued: 30-Jul-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 9-Mar-04 No.: RB051024b
SOLUTION
The following is the action in the field. Also see “Additional Notes” on the last page.
If uneven image density or light copies still appear after this cleaning, check the LD
unit (especially the toner shield glass and polygonal mirror) and clean if necessary.
3. Clean both edges of the development unit (gears, development roller and
development seals at both ends).
Important: While cleaning, make sure that no foreign particles come in contact with the
development roller surface and that the development unit surface is not damaged.
Clean
Clean
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Model: Model U-C1 Date: 9-Mar-04 No.: RB051024b
4. Clean out as much of the spilt toner as possible from the space between the
development roller and seal, using a vacuum cleaner.
Spilt toner
5. Attach the following side seals (L-shaped) to both ends of the development unit as
shown below.
B0519909: Toner Protection sheet – 40 pcs/set
Important:
! The target is to line up the seal perfectly with the side and bottom edges.
The tolerance for each edge is:
# Side edge: Maximum 1mm outward from the edge
# Bottom edge: Maximum 1mm inward from the edge
! Make sure that the side and bottom edges of the seal are parallel to the
side and bottom edges of the development unit.
! Make sure not to damage the development roller surface. For example,
make sure that dust and other particles do not touch the roller surface.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 4/8
Reissued: 30-Jul-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 9-Mar-04 No.: RB051024b
2) Bend back the tabs on the lower edge of the seal, then affix them to the bottom
surface of the unit.
3) Make sure to smooth out the surface of the seal and press firmly when attaching,
in order to prevent any bubbles. Also, after attaching, make sure there are no gaps
between the seals and the doctor roller shaft (see the photo below).
Important:
1) There are no red lines on the actual seals. This is only for the
photograph below.
2) If you see marks at 54mm-intervals after you attach the seals, clean the
development roller surface (refer to Service Manual pg. 4-24).
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 5/8
Reissued: 30-Jul-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 9-Mar-04 No.: RB051024b
Left Edge
0+1, -0
Align
the left
end
Right Edge
0+1, - 0
Align
the right
edge
“+” Mark
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 7/8
Reissued: 30-Jul-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 9-Mar-04 No.: RB051024b
B052-26: 5P3864XXXX
B052-51, 57: J26406XXXXX
Additional notes:
1. The L-seals are designed to fix the secondary symptoms described on the first
page only. They are not designed to fix toner scattering. Toner scattering may
decrease after you attach the seals, but it will still occur (as shown below):
! The development roller handle shown below has been included inside the mainframes
and development unit spare parts from the beginning of mass production, and is also
registered with service parts as P/N G0703499 for use with KCMY development units.
This handle is used to perform manual rotation of the development roller at unit
installation (see the Service Manual excerpt below).
! Please be sure to keep this handle together with all other maintenance tools (do not
dispose of the handle), as this part will be removed from mainframes and development
unit accessories beginning at some point in the near future (TBA). This handle is being
removed from machines/accessories since only one is needed per field technician.
! The handle will however remain an active service part under its existing P/N shown
above.
[C] [A]
Development
roller handle
[B]
8. Keep the development unit level and shake the development unit about 10 times from
side to side.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/3
Reissued: 2-Aug-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 26-May-04 No.: RB051028a
NOTE: 1) Do not touch the development roller or the development roller gear.
2) Use caution not to drop the cartridge or to damage it.
3) If the cartridge has not been shaken well, the machine takes a
longer time to initialize the development unit, or an error message or
SC350 is displayed. When either of them is displayed, turn the main
switch off and on.
9. Engage the special tool [A] (distributed with the machine) with the development roller
gear at the rear [B].
10. Turn the tool clockwise (approximately 5 times) until the toner covers the whole area of
the development roller [C].
NOTE: If the toner does not cover the whole area of the development roller, redo steps
8 to 10.
If you see lines on the roller after you do this step, turn the gear counter-
clockwise about 1/4 turn (10 mm). Then, turn the gear clockwise again 2
full turns.
NOTE: DO NOT turn the gear in the opposite direction while the toner does not
cover still the whole area of the development unit, because toner
dropping may occur.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 3/3
Reissued: 2-Aug-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 26-May-04 No.: RB051028a
Cap
Connection points:
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/2
Reissued: 13-Sep-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 25-Feb-03 No.: RB051006b
RTB Correction
The items in bold italics have been corrected or added.
Subject: Firmware History - Scanner/PS3 Prepared by: H.K.
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
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Other (Firmware History)
Scanner:
Symptom Corrected Version
File full condition may occur following repeated connections to the POP server with APOP auto 2.03
connection.
Some Korean and Russian characters appear garbled on the SMC report.
Attached file is sometimes delivered as a text file. 2.02
Supports the File Format Converter (MLB) function 2.00
Minor bug with delivery module. 1.15
Operation flow for multiple scanning in platen mode improved. 1.13
Scanning stops while scanning with the TWAIN driver for printer output.
If the operation SW is pressed while the machine is scanning the third set of 2000 originals 1.05
(SADF mode), the machine goes into auto off mode.
First release 1.02
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/2
Reissued: 13-Sep-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 25-Feb-03 No.: RB051006b
PS3:
Symptom Corrected Version
The following PS problems have been modified: 1.09
White or light pixels that don't show in the screen image get scattered throughout
areas of dark pixels in the printout. This makes the dark areas appear lighter than
they are supposed to.
Using Photoshop v7.0, if Dithering is set to anything other than "User setting" a line
is sometimes drawn through the image.
The wording is incorrect on the PS config/font page. The value of Color Profile
under <Printing Configuration> should be "auto", not "business".
The PS logo color printed on the PS configuration sheet appeared slightly blue. It should 1.08
be red.
The black over print mode sometimes does not work correctly.
With MKY images, the total quantity regulation and gamma processing is not performed 1.06
correctly.
Color processing bug with RCM color profile.
Incorrect polling with halftone and profile settings
Total quantity regulation not applied to text.
Image stalls without gamma processing.
Default halftone setting changed from type1 to type5.
Image problem with indexed color space.
Modified for Adobe certification
Modified to support ctlz. 1.04
Subject: Toner Cartridge after Dev Unit replacement Prepared by: H.K.
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
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When the Development Unit needs to be replaced (due to a field problem and/or PM
replacement), the toner cartridge may also be replaced even though this is not necessary
yet:
If a new Dev Unit is installed, it contains the Toner Starter Kit. However, the toner starter
kit will last for a short time only.
The Development Unit that was replaced due to a quality issue still has a good Toner
Cartridge inside (maybe half full). This toner may still be usable and therefore is not
necessary to be discarded.
Note: Do not replace the Bk starter toner cartridge with the “used” normal toner cartridge
until the toner end condition is detected. This may cause background to occur. Refer to
RTB B051030.
Only in case of Black Faint Image, the above action should not be done. Refer to RTB
RB051014b. In this case, both the development unit and toner cartridge need to be
replaced.
This is described in the ‘Detailed section description’ chapter of the service manual.
However, service representatives may not see this description in the field. Recent field
data analyses and field investigations show that keeping the toner cartridge after the
development unit replacement is often forgotten. It is very important to keep the toner
cartridge and let the customers know what should be done after the starter toner
cartridge is all used up.
Development
Toner cartridge unit without
removed from the toner
development unit cartridge
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/8
Reissued: 5-Oct-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051002k
RTB Reissue
The items in bold italics have been added or changed.
Subject: Firmware History - Main Unit Controller Prepared by: H.K.
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
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Other (Firmware History)
SC991 (communication error between main controller and HDD) occurs while V2.07.2
an image scanned with the Scanner is being temporarily stored in HDD
memory following recovery from panel-off ! low power mode.
Supplementary:
When recovering from low power mode, the HDD sends the Ready condition
signal to the main controller as soon as the HDD is brought on line. Since the
HDD is not actually in its Ready condition, it is unable to receive data from
the controller, triggering the SC.
With this firmware, the HDD will send its ready condition signal only after it
has fully reached its Ready status following recovery from low power mode.
“Almost empty” is mistakenly displayed when the waste toner bottle reaches
the near-full condition (Czech only).
Note: In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
language group 1 firmware to v3.04 or later.
SC687 misdetection when printing out a Printer Document Server document
with Date Printing.
The date and time for the last time ACC was performed is not displayed on
the operation panel (Korea models).
SC990 misdetection when attempting to print out with Electrical Sort without
the standard HDD installed.
Note: In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to v1.333:01 or later.
Modified in accordance with the BICU v1.31:01 modification. For details, V2.06
please see RTB #RB051001i.
Note: In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to v1.31:01 or later.
The Copier sometimes stalls on machines with the optional MLB installed V2.05.2
while the optional FAX unit is storing documents.
Modified in accordance with the BICU v1.291:01 modification. For details, V2.05.1
please see RTB #RB051001g.
NOTE: In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.291:01 or later.
NOTE: In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.28 :01 or later.
The mechanical counter (covered with a seal) does not increment enough V2.03.2
when using Printer color mode with the mechanical counter set for
development counts. See “NG” in the table below.
Note: This does not occur under any other conditions, such as when using
the Copier function, setting the counter for page counts, or making B/W prints
or copies.
Paper jam/SC687 sometimes occur while printing documents scanned with V2.03.1
mixed-size scanning.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 4/8
Reissued: 5-Oct-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051002k
Symptom Corrected Version
This version has been released for machines produced before August 2003. V2.02.9
The firmware download display is indicated as 2.02AugSP, B0515550W. This
firmware is version after version 2.02. The August and September production
Firmware was found to have the following symptoms:
For firmware is V2.02 or before the document stored by the document sever
could not output after the controller firmware is updated to August or
September production version. The document stored by the document server
after updating the firmware can output. To solve this problem, this version is
released. This firmware is the same level of the August production without
the problem before 2003 August production. However, the document stored
by the document server when the controller firmware version is August or
September could not output after the controller firmware is modified to this
V2.02.9. Therefore, do not use this firmware for the August production or
September production machines. The August production and September
production machines do not cause this problem if the controller firmware is
updated to V2.02.9. For details, please refer to the table below.
NOTE : In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.275 :01 or later.
To improve the image quality of the text part received in the FAX text/photo
mode, data in the IPU processing has been revised.
SC819 when printing out the Scanner History List. V2.02
(for China, Taiwan, and Russia only ).
Some Korean characters appear garbled on the SMC report.
Modified in accordance with the BICU v1.253 :01 modification. V2.01.5
For details, please see RTB #RB051001c.
NOTE : In addition to this main unit controller version, be sure to update the
BICU firmware to V1.253 :01 or later. For details, please see RTB
#RB051014 (black faint images).
GSA version model names #12-15 (NA only) have been added to SP5-907-1 V2.01.4
(Plug & Play).
The following defaults have been returned to their values as mentioned in
v1.252, as they were reversed due to a programming error in v2.00.1:
Default DHCP: ON
Default Autonet: OFF
Machine may stall when memory full condition is reached while storing an
image into memory if the MLB is not installed.
Paper may not be fed for certain applications, by-pass feed, and N-job ON
after a jam or paper end condition occurs and a jam or paper end condition is
cleared.
SC819 is indicated after a copy job is finished with ‘Store file’ then, printing
‘Stored file’.
The following corrections have been made: V1.29
Machine may freeze during printing in the following conditions:
Combine and page numbering mode.
Original jam during printing in combine mode.
Thi/s is to inform you of the Copier firmware history (BICU, Operation Panel, FAX, FCU).
European version
Asian version
Versi Firmware / Versions
on
BICU (Engine) Operation Panel LCD FAX application FCU
Firmware Version Firmware Versio Firmware Versio Firmware Versio
No. No. n No. n No. n
1.18 B0515568A 1.34 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.17 B0515568 1.333 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.16 B0515554Z 1.32 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.15 B0515554Y 1.31 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.14 B0515554X 1.30:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.13 B0515554W 1.291:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551F 2.05 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.12 B0515554V 1.28:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.11 B0515554T 1.275:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.10 B0515554S 1.262:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.09 B0515554R 1.253:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.08 B0515554Q 1.242:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.07 B0515554P 1.233:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.06 B0515554N 1.213:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.05 B0515554M 1.212:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.04 B0515554L 1.204:1 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.03 B0515554K 1.204:1 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.02 B0515554J 1.202.01 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
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Reissued: 24-Nov-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001k
Versi Firmware / Versions
on
BICU (Engine) Operation Panel LCD FAX application FCU
Firmware Version Firmware Versio Firmware Versio Firmware Versio
No. No. n No. n No. n
1.019 UraC1CardV1 1.192:01 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
192.bin
Korean version
Versi Firmware / Versions
on
BICU (Engine) Operation Panel LCD FAX application FCU
Firmware Version Firmware Versio Firmware Versio Firmware Versio
No. No. n No. n No. n
1.03 B0515568A 1.34 :01 B0515549B 1.26 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.02 B0515568 1.333 :01 B0515549B 1.26 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.01 B0515554Z 1.32:01 B0515549B 1.26 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
BICU (Engine)
Symptom Corrected Version
White lines. 1.34:01
Note: The “Doctor roller reverse mode” was changed to decrease
the amount of clogged toner in between the development roller
and doctor roller.
The ACC sheet is not printed out correctly if the machine receives a
Fax while printing out the sheet.
The title and accompanying pictorial symbols for all fusing unit jams
are now displayed as one “B/C Jam” message, in order to ensure
panel displays are consistent with machine decals.
Specifically:
- The “B/C jam” display instructs users to open both the right cover
and right-upper cover.
- The “B jam” display now instructs users to open the right cover
only.
“Toner End” is displayed if the main power is turned On without the
toner cartridge installed, even if the cartridge is then properly installed
following this (main power Off/On necessary).
Machine emits a continuous beeping sound while shifting the paper
stack inside the LCT following the LCT paper end condition (auto tray
switching Off).
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 7/23
Reissued: 24-Nov-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001k
Symptom Corrected Version
Note: In addition to this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to V2.07.2 or later.
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.06 or later.
Extra toner may sometimes stick to the transfer roller and then to the 1.30:01
rear side of the next copy sheet (main motor Off timing has been
optimized).
The Copier main motor may sometimes continue running if Sort jobs
are printed out to the 500-sheet Finisher (B458).
V1.31:01
SP No. English SP2-954-01
0:New 1:Old
Setting for New Setting for Old
2-400-008 Cleaning Bias LL1: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-401-008 Cleaning Bias LL2: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-402-008 Cleaning Bias NN1: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-403-008 Cleaning Bias NN2: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-404-008 Cleaning Bias HH: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-920-01 ITB Cleaning CL OFF Time 0 0
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Reissued: 24-Nov-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001k
SP No. English SP2-954-01
0:New 1:Old
Setting for New Setting for Old
2-921-01 ITB Cleaning CL OFF Mode 0:New PCU 1:Old PCU
Default setting for SP3-970-004 (Image Area Rate: Bk) has been
changed to 4.7 as follows:
[0 ~ 10.0 / 4.7 / 0.1 %/step]
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.05.01 or later.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 10/23
Reissued: 24-Nov-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001k
An ITB cleaning blade has been added to the ITB cleaning system.
The condition of the image process has been changed. These SP
modes are used for the new ITB cleaning system.
Toner accumulates on the edge of the ITB cleaning blade. Turning the
ITB clutch Off/On forces accumulated toner on the blade edge to drop
on the ITB while the image is not transferred on the ITB for cleaning. If
it is not performed, toner may drop on the printing image. These SP’s
adjust the time and number of times for blade cleaning.
-2-924-001(ITB Cleaning Clutch Off/On – Time)
[100 ~ 500/ 300 / 10ms /step]
-2-924-002 (ITB Cleaning Clutch Off/On – Number)
[0 ~ 5/ 2 / 1 /step]
The lubrication cleaning time has been revised. SP mode has been
subdivided into time for 1C and time for 2C/3C/4C.
-SP3-920-001 (Lubrication Cleaning Time: - 1C)
[0 ~ 100 / 50 / 1% /step]
-SP3-920-002 (Lubrication Cleaning Time: - 2C/3C/4C)
[0 ~ 100 / 100/ 1% /step]
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.02.9 or later.
The “toner cartridge setting error” is sometimes displayed even when 1.262:01
the cartridge has been set correctly. This is due to misdetection of the
information on the cartridge memory chip.
Default settings for the following have been changed (new defaults
underlined).
SP1-003-5,-6,-7 (Paper Buckle for By-pass Tray):
Note: This adjustment was added from v1.233:01, and the description
has been added to the v1.233.01 description below (previously
missing).
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.02. or later.
To ensure proper printing quality, the default values for the following 1.253:01
SP modes have been revised while some SP modes have been
added.
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.01.5 or later. For details, please refer to RTB
#RB051014 (black faint images).
In color mode (2C or more) with LT LEF and duplex, SC280 is mis- 1.242:01
detected if 5 or more originals are scanned during machine warm-up.
SC571
Software changed so that oil end detection is not counted for supplying
oil from the oil tank to the oil reservoir in the oil supply unit while the
fusing unit is not working (i.e. SCs and jams). This is to avoid oil
overflow conditions that can be caused by winter humidity
(humidification).
Machine may freeze when a paper jam occurs or when the main
switch is turned on (found in laboratory tests).
SC120 was shown instead of SC122 when the scanner home position
was initialized.
1.202.01
Process control mode timing
To reduce the cycle of process control mode (every 200 printings), Mono (Bk)
prints are no longer counted for process control.
1.192:01
SP2-905-01: (Paper transfer roller type)
To improve the transferability, the shape of the paper transfer roller has been
changed from the 1st production. Due to this modification, paper transfer
currents (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032) and paper transfer adjustment (SP2-
903-01) have been reviewed. The settings for August production machines
have been input on the production line. This SP changes the default and
factory settings for SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032 and SP2-903-01 for both
types. It is necessary to set the type to 0 and press # key when firmware
version 1.181:01 or older (August production machines) is updated to
1.192:01 or newer for the first time. This is because the machine cannot
judge which data (old or new) should be used for paper transfer currents.
Check the SP settings after updating the firmware (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-
032, and SP2-903-01).
Note: All settings will be initialized to their new defaults (see tables below),
therefore any previously input field customized settings must be re-input
manually.
0: New paper transfer roller type (Drum type), 1: Old paper transfer roller
type (straight type)
FCU
Symptom Corrected Version
Tx level of DTMF tone in Taiwan is slightly high. 05.00.00
Supports MLB function. 04.00.01
Job numbers for standby for FAX transmission by LAN FAX (P/C FAX) are
limited as follows:
0: 64 1: Depends on memory (400: standard, 800: with Fax Function
Upgrade Unit)
Taiwan area
Taiwan Area parameters added.
SP code Class1and 2
SP
2-310 2-311 2-312 2-313 2-314
Class 3
LL1 LL2 NN1 NN2 HH
-1 25 27 28 29 30
-2 25 28 30 30 30
-3 25 29 32 31 30
-4 25 28 31 30 28
-5 25 27 30 28 26
-6 26 28 29 30 31
-7 26 29 31 31 31
-8 26 30 33 32 31
-9 26 29 32 31 29
-10 26 28 31 29 27
-11 14 15 15 16 16
-12 15 15 15 15 15
-13 16 15 14 15 15
-14 18 16 14 14 14
-15 20 17 14 14 14
-16 28 28 27 29 30
-17 30 29 28 31 33
-18 28 29 30 33 36
-19 28 29 30 32 34
-20 28 29 30 31 32
-21 29 29 28 30 31
-22 31 30 29 32 34
-23 29 30 31 34 37
-24 29 30 31 33 35
-25 29 30 31 32 33
-26 12 13 14 14 14
-27 16 16 16 15 15
-28 20 19 17 17 16
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Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001k
-29 24 23 23 23 22
-30 28 29 30 29 28
-31 16 17 17 18 18
-32 20 21 21 22 22
New defaults for SP2- 903
[0 to 70.0 /1.0/ 0.1µA/step]
This is to inform you of the Copier firmware history (BICU, Operation Panel, Fax, FCU).
European version
Asian version
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BICU (Engine) Operation Panel LCD FAX application FCU
Firmware Version Firmware Versio Firmware Versio Firmware Versio
No. No. n No. n No. n
1.19 B0515568B 1.341 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.18 B0515568A 1.34 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.17 B0515568 1.333 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.16 B0515554Z 1.32 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.15 B0515554Y 1.31 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.14 B0515554X 1.30:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.13 B0515554W 1.291:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551F 2.05 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.12 B0515554V 1.28:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.11 B0515554T 1.275:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.10 B0515554S 1.262:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.09 B0515554R 1.253:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.08 B0515554Q 1.242:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.07 B0515554P 1.233:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.06 B0515554N 1.213:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.05 B0515554M 1.212:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 5/23
Reissued: 3-Dec-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001L
1.04 B0515554L 1.204:1 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.03 B0515554K 1.204:1 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.02 B0515554J 1.202.01 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
Korean version
Versi Firmware / Versions
on
BICU (Engine) Operation Panel LCD FAX application FCU
Firmware Version Firmware Versio Firmware Versio Firmware Versio
No. No. n No. n No. n
1.04 B0515568B 1.341 :01 B0515549B 1.26 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.03 B0515568A 1.34 :01 B0515549B 1.26 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.02 B0515568 1.333 :01 B0515549B 1.26 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.01 B0515554Z 1.32:01 B0515549B 1.26 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
BICU (Engine)
Symptom Corrected Version
The pixel-counting threshold for toner end detection was 1.341:01
changed.
Note: See RTB RB0510030a for details.
White lines. 1.34:01
Note: The “Doctor roller reverse mode” was changed to decrease the
amount of clogged toner in between the development roller and doctor
roller.
The ACC sheet is not printed out correctly if the machine receives a
Fax while printing out the sheet.
The title and accompanying pictorial symbols for all fusing unit jams
are now displayed as one “B/C Jam” message, in order to ensure
panel displays are consistent with machine decals.
Specifically:
- The “B/C jam” display instructs users to open both the right cover
and right-upper cover.
- The “B jam” display now instructs users to open the right cover
only.
“Toner End” is displayed if the main power is turned On without the
toner cartridge installed, even if the cartridge is then properly installed
following this (main power Off/On necessary).
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 7/23
Reissued: 3-Dec-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001L
Symptom Corrected Version
Machine emits a continuous beeping sound while shifting the paper
stack inside the LCT following the LCT paper end condition (auto tray
switching Off).
Note: In addition to this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to V2.07.2 or later.
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.06 or later.
Extra toner may sometimes stick to the transfer roller and then to the 1.30:01
rear side of the next copy sheet (main motor Off timing has been
optimized).
The Copier main motor may sometimes continue running if Sort jobs
are printed out to the 500-sheet Finisher (B458).
V1.31:01
SP No. English SP2-954-01
0:New 1:Old
Setting for New Setting for Old
2-400-008 Cleaning Bias LL1: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-401-008 Cleaning Bias LL2: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-402-008 Cleaning Bias NN1: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-403-008 Cleaning Bias NN2: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 8/23
Reissued: 3-Dec-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001L
SP No. English SP2-954-01
0:New 1:Old
Setting for New Setting for Old
2-404-008 Cleaning Bias HH: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-920-01 ITB Cleaning CL OFF Time 0 0
Default setting for SP3-970-004 (Image Area Rate: Bk) has been
changed to 4.7 as follows:
[0 ~ 10.0 / 4.7 / 0.1 %/step]
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.05.01 or later.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 10/23
Reissued: 3-Dec-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001L
An ITB cleaning blade has been added to the ITB cleaning system.
The condition of the image process has been changed. These SP
modes are used for the new ITB cleaning system.
Toner accumulates on the edge of the ITB cleaning blade. Turning the
ITB clutch Off/On forces accumulated toner on the blade edge to drop
on the ITB while the image is not transferred on the ITB for cleaning. If
it is not performed, toner may drop on the printing image. These SP’s
adjust the time and number of times for blade cleaning.
-2-924-001(ITB Cleaning Clutch Off/On – Time)
[100 ~ 500/ 300 / 10ms /step]
-2-924-002 (ITB Cleaning Clutch Off/On – Number)
[0 ~ 5/ 2 / 1 /step]
The lubrication cleaning time has been revised. SP mode has been
subdivided into time for 1C and time for 2C/3C/4C.
-SP3-920-001 (Lubrication Cleaning Time: - 1C)
[0 ~ 100 / 50 / 1% /step]
-SP3-920-002 (Lubrication Cleaning Time: - 2C/3C/4C)
[0 ~ 100 / 100/ 1% /step]
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.02.9 or later.
The “toner cartridge setting error” is sometimes displayed even when 1.262:01
the cartridge has been set correctly. This is due to misdetection of the
information on the cartridge memory chip.
Default settings for the following have been changed (new defaults
underlined).
SP1-003-5,-6,-7 (Paper Buckle for By-pass Tray):
Note: This adjustment was added from v1.233:01, and the description
has been added to the v1.233.01 description below (previously
missing).
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.02. or later.
To ensure proper printing quality, the default values for the following 1.253:01
SP modes have been revised while some SP modes have been
added.
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.01.5 or later. For details, please refer to RTB
#RB051014 (black faint images).
In color mode (2C or more) with LT LEF and duplex, SC280 is mis- 1.242:01
detected if 5 or more originals are scanned during machine warm-up.
SC571
Software changed so that oil end detection is not counted for supplying
oil from the oil tank to the oil reservoir in the oil supply unit while the
fusing unit is not working (i.e. SCs and jams). This is to avoid oil
overflow conditions that can be caused by winter humidity
(humidification).
Machine may freeze when a paper jam occurs or when the main
switch is turned on (found in laboratory tests).
SC120 was shown instead of SC122 when the scanner home position
was initialized.
1.202.01
Process control mode timing
To reduce the cycle of process control mode (every 200 printings), Mono (Bk)
prints are no longer counted for process control.
1.192:01
SP2-905-01: (Paper transfer roller type)
To improve the transferability, the shape of the paper transfer roller has been
changed from the 1st production. Due to this modification, paper transfer
currents (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032) and paper transfer adjustment (SP2-
903-01) have been reviewed. The settings for August production machines
have been input on the production line. This SP changes the default and
factory settings for SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032 and SP2-903-01 for both
types. It is necessary to set the type to 0 and press # key when firmware
version 1.181:01 or older (August production machines) is updated to
1.192:01 or newer for the first time. This is because the machine cannot
judge which data (old or new) should be used for paper transfer currents.
Check the SP settings after updating the firmware (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-
032, and SP2-903-01).
Note: All settings will be initialized to their new defaults (see tables below),
therefore any previously input field customized settings must be re-input
manually.
0: New paper transfer roller type (Drum type), 1: Old paper transfer roller
type (straight type)
FCU
Symptom Corrected Version
Tx level of DTMF tone in Taiwan is slightly high. 05.00.00
Supports MLB function. 04.00.01
Job numbers for standby for FAX transmission by LAN FAX (P/C FAX) are
limited as follows:
0: 64 1: Depends on memory (400: standard, 800: with Fax Function
Upgrade Unit)
Taiwan area
Taiwan Area parameters added.
SP code Class1and 2
SP
2-310 2-311 2-312 2-313 2-314
Class 3
LL1 LL2 NN1 NN2 HH
-1 25 27 28 29 30
-2 25 28 30 30 30
-3 25 29 32 31 30
-4 25 28 31 30 28
-5 25 27 30 28 26
-6 26 28 29 30 31
-7 26 29 31 31 31
-8 26 30 33 32 31
-9 26 29 32 31 29
-10 26 28 31 29 27
-11 14 15 15 16 16
-12 15 15 15 15 15
-13 16 15 14 15 15
-14 18 16 14 14 14
-15 20 17 14 14 14
-16 28 28 27 29 30
-17 30 29 28 31 33
-18 28 29 30 33 36
-19 28 29 30 32 34
-20 28 29 30 31 32
-21 29 29 28 30 31
-22 31 30 29 32 34
-23 29 30 31 34 37
-24 29 30 31 33 35
-25 29 30 31 32 33
-26 12 13 14 14 14
-27 16 16 16 15 15
-28 20 19 17 17 16
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 22/23
Reissued: 3-Dec-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001L
-29 24 23 23 23 22
-30 28 29 30 29 28
-31 16 17 17 18 18
-32 20 21 21 22 22
New defaults for SP2- 903
[0 to 70.0 /1.0/ 0.1µA/step]
SYMPTOM
Black stripes (dirty background) appear in non-image areas.
CAUSE
Some toner in the toner hopper takes on a positive charge under the following
conditions, causing it to be attracted to non-image areas:
Printing out images with coverage rates of 5% or less for an extended period causes
the amount of toner in the toner hopper to increase, as consumption is relatively low.
This lowers the toner fluidity (agitation capability) and chargeability, so that when new
toner is supplied and mixed into the hopper, some of the toner with low chargeability
takes on a positive charge.
SOLUTION
Production line
1. The following have been applied to optimize the amount of toner supplied from the
bottle to the hopper:
1) The drive gears have been modified to reduce the rotation speed of the toner
agitator.
2) The size of the toner supply window has been decreased.
3) The toner vent has been sealed.
2. The default value for the minimum toner consumption amount (SP3-970-004:
Image Area Rate: Bk) has been changed to 4.7%. This acts to continuously supply
refreshed toner to the development roller, ensuring that the proper toner
chargeability is maintained.
3. The following have been applied to improve side-to-side toner agitation and
provide more uniform chargeability:
1) The attachment direction and height of the fin on the paddle roller in the
toner hopper has been changed.
2) A flicker has been added to the development unit case. The flicker touches
the paddle roller fin directly and spreads out the toner evenly left to right.
Note:
Changes #1 and #3 above have been applied from November 2004
production, and change #2 from November 2003 production. See below for
the P/N change and remarks regarding the new Bk development unit.
Changes #1-1 and #1-2 were applied from June 2004 as solution for dirty
background. They were removed from August 2004 because they had
side-effects (white lines from toner clumps).
Note: The side effect was caused by the changed shape of the paddle
roller (applied from June 2004).
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 3/6
Reissued: 3-Dec-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 11-Jun-04 No.: RB051030a
In the Field
If the symptom is reported in the field:
1. Take 20-30 A3 sky-shot copies to remove the deteriorated toner.
2. Make sure SP3-970-004 (Image Area Rate: Bk) is set to a value of 4.7.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 4/6
Reissued: 3-Dec-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 11-Jun-04 No.: RB051030a
P/N Change History and Remarks for the New BK Development Units
The new units are shipped with the Bk starter toner already supplied to the toner
hopper, therefore do not replace the Bk starter toner cartridge to supply more
toner to the hopper until the Toner End condition is detected; . This will cause
dirty background to occur.
The starter toner is pre-supplied because the decreased toner supply window
modification can sometimes cause a toner end misdetection from the reduced
amount of toner being supplied from the starter cartridge.
The following units have a “+” mark on the lot number decal:
B0523224, B0523234, B0523494
“+” Mark
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 5/6
Reissued: 3-Dec-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 11-Jun-04 No.: RB051030a
Case 2: Development unit #B0523494 is already installed, but the BICU firmware in
the machine is before 1.341:01:
1: Starter toner
Yes 3: Normal toner
Check SP3-928-
16 (Picture Area
Count) Do one of the following (ask the
customer first):
1) Install BICU firmware 1.341:01
at the next service visit.
Explain to the customer: The
Is the bottle is almost empty, and low
No image density will occur later.
value less
than This is because the #B0523494
775,000? unit cannot use the toner end
sensor.
2) OR, install BICU firmware
Yes 1.341:01 now.
Explain to the customer: Toner
Install BICU near end will occur after BICU
1.341:01 firmware installation, but low
(FINISHED) image density will not occur.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/4
Reissued: 16-Dec-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 25-Feb-03 No.: RB051005d
RTB Reissue
The items in bold italics have been corrected or added:
Only program numbers were corrected. The firmware was not changed.
Subject: Firmware History - Printer Prepared by: H.K
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Other (Firmware History)
This is to inform you of the Printer firmware history (Printer, NCS, NFA, and Delivery).
Printer Service Card
Version Program No. C. SUM Effective Date
1.00 B4635570 CE7B August Production ‘02
1.01 B4635570A 079D Not applied to the production
machines
1.02 B4635570B 0784
1.03 B4635570C 393F October Production ‘02
1.04 B4635570D 22B9 January Production ‘03
2.00 B4635570E 59C1 February Production ‘03
2.01 B4635570F E9D4 March Production ‘03
2.01.4 B4635570G 90F9 April production ‘03
2.02 B4635570H 7022 July production ‘03
2.02.2 B4635570J 117C August Production ‘03
2.05.2 B4635570K 7CE3 December Production ‘03
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/4
Reissued: 16-Dec-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 25-Feb-03 No.: RB051005d
Note:
Whenever updating any of the firmware types in Service Card v.104 or earlier to any of those in
v2.00 or later, all types must all be updated at the same time to the versions below. In other words,
individual updates cannot be performed in these cases.
NCS (NIB):
Symptom Corrected Version
The printer is unable to access the target local Netware server (TechMail #RE020229). 3.74
The printer is unable to log on to the Netware server even when the Netware Server SAP
setting is unchecked.
SC819 occurs after continuously receiving damaged packets from NetBEUI. 3.73
Default for DHCP changed to: ON. 3.72
Default for Autonet changed to: OFF.
Communication between the LAN card and printer in 802.11adhoc mode is sometimes
terminated when the condition of the EM waves remains constant.
When TCP/IP is disabled as the Effective Protocol in UP mode, the program version and NCS 3.70
number will not be displayed in SP mode or on the SMC list
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 4/4
Reissued: 16-Dec-04
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 25-Feb-03 No.: RB051005d
Symptom Corrected Version
The following functions are added for SMTP E-mail transmission.
SMTP Authentication
POP before SMTP
Supports the new IC chip on the new wireless LAN option (old chip discontinued) 3.55
TCP ports can be opened/closed.
NOTE: After disabling HTTP, it is not possible to access the target device through web
browser. To change the setting, please use telnet to open HTTP. When the telnet port is
disabled, it is necessary to clear the network settings (Memory Clear for NCS) to open the port.
Changed default setting of Autonet to OFF
Changed default setting of DHCP to ON.
Changed default setting of “diprint” to Enabled. 3.54
First release 3.53
NFA:
Symptom Corrected Version
The machine sometimes does not enter Auto Off mode when the operation switch is turned 1.67
OFF following Plumeria capturing, fax reception or remote delivery.
Supports File Format Converter (MLB) function 1.66
Following delivery, the next Rx document cannot be delivered to the server, even if the 1.27
machine is connected to the server.
The does not enter the auto off mode after the waiting Rx document for delivery has been
delted.
First release 1.26
Delivery:
Symptom Corrected Version
File full condition may occur following repeated connections to the POP server with APOP auto 2.03
connection.
Attached file is sometimes delivered as a text file. 2.02
Supports the File Format Converter (MLB) function 2.00
Minor delivery module bug. 1.15
Operation flow for multiple scanning in platen mode improved. 1.13
If the operation SW is pressed while the machine is scanning the third set of 2000 originals 1.05
(SADF mode), the machine goes into auto off mode.
First release 1.01
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/4
Reissued: 20-Jan-05
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 25-Feb-03 No.: RB051005e
RTB Reissue
The items in bold italics have been corrected or added:
Subject: Firmware History - Printer Prepared by: H.K
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Other (Firmware History)
This is to inform you of the Printer firmware history (Printer, NCS, NFA, and Delivery).
Printer Service Card
Version Program No. C. SUM Effective Date
1.00 B4635570 CE7B August Production ‘02
1.01 B4635570A 079D Not applied to the production
machines
1.02 B4635570B 0784
1.03 B4635570C 393F October Production ‘02
1.04 B4635570D 22B9 January Production ‘03
2.00 B4635570E 59C1 February Production ‘03
2.01 B4635570F E9D4 March Production ‘03
2.01.4 B4635570G 90F9 April production ‘03
2.02 B4635570H 7022 July production ‘03
2.02.2 B4635570J 117C August Production ‘03
2.05.2 B4635570K 7CE3 December Production ‘03
2.07.3 B4635570L 5D89 February Production ‘05
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/4
Reissued: 20-Jan-05
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 25-Feb-03 No.: RB051005e
Note:
Whenever updating any of the firmware types in Service Card v.104 or earlier to any of those in
v2.00 or later, all types must all be updated at the same time to the versions below. In other words,
individual updates cannot be performed in these cases.
[PCL]
1. Characters in the following fonts overlap (FPR#RE03100005): Arial, Times New
Roman, Symbol, Wingdings
2. Documents with a low page count take a long time to print out (FPR#: RE03040009,
RC04020001, RE04030007, RE04050017).
Merged PCL job cannot print (TechMail #TS030100). 2.01.2
Supports KS/KSSM Emulation (for Korea). 2.01
Duplex face settings (front/rear) not applied correctly when specified with PCL commands. 2.00
(GFPR #RC02120014)
Binding position not applied correctly when specified with PCL commands (GFPR#:
RC03020001)
CAD print files:
- Modified so that the "null" character is ignored when it is included in HP/GL2 data to increase
speed (GFPR# RE02050016).
- The status flag for the bold selection command is refreshed when it is selected for HP/GL2
data (GFPR# RE02050016).
The following image problem may occur in Black Over Print mode.
1. The image is blank around Bk figures
2. Gradation images will not print
Supports the Card Save function.
Note: To enable this function, set Printer SP1-1 Bit SW1, bit 4 to “1”.
Selecting HDD font or DIMM font may reduce available memory
Supports SAP Barcode & OCR printing.
PCL command "<ESC>&l11G" (select MailBoxBin8 as output tray) does not work correctly.
(GFPR#: RE02100002)
The RAM work area is reduced whenever fonts that have been downloaded to the HDD are 1.33.3
used.
Response to PJL INFO CONFIG command does not include serial number.
Figures appear black when the memory capacity is low. 1.33
When selecting font stored in the HDD and running the Copy/Assign command (ESC>*c6F),
the machine will freeze.
When selecting the Bitmapped Font, the character “θ” does not print.
When printing UDFP large-size (over printable size), the image will be shifted.
The machine freezes when printing Macro data.
The value for Form Lines (PCL Menu) changes after rebooting the machine.
The software version for the printer applications does not appear on the SMC list or in SP
mode.
PJL Echo does not respond correctly. (GFPR# RE02070088) 1.29
When inputting the elapsed time (time setting), the machine does not enter On Line mode.
First release 1.09
NCS (NIB):
Symptom Corrected Version
The printer is unable to access the target local Netware server (TechMail #RE020229). 3.74
The printer is unable to log on to the Netware server even when the Netware Server SAP
setting is unchecked.
SC819 occurs after continuously receiving damaged packets from NetBEUI. 3.73
Default for DHCP changed to: ON. 3.72
Default for Autonet changed to: OFF.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 4/4
Reissued: 20-Jan-05
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 25-Feb-03 No.: RB051005e
Symptom Corrected Version
Communication between the LAN card and printer in 802.11adhoc mode is sometimes
terminated when the condition of the EM waves remains constant.
When TCP/IP is disabled as the Effective Protocol in UP mode, the program version and NCS 3.70
number will not be displayed in SP mode or on the SMC list
The following functions are added for SMTP E-mail transmission.
SMTP Authentication
POP before SMTP
Supports the new IC chip on the new wireless LAN option (old chip discontinued) 3.55
TCP ports can be opened/closed.
NOTE: After disabling HTTP, it is not possible to access the target device through web
browser. To change the setting, please use telnet to open HTTP. When the telnet port is
disabled, it is necessary to clear the network settings (Memory Clear for NCS) to open the port.
Changed default setting of Autonet to OFF
Changed default setting of DHCP to ON.
Changed default setting of “diprint” to Enabled. 3.54
First release 3.53
NFA:
Symptom Corrected Version
The machine sometimes does not enter Auto Off mode when the operation switch is turned 1.67
OFF following Plumeria capturing, fax reception or remote delivery.
Supports File Format Converter (MLB) function 1.66
Following delivery, the next Rx document cannot be delivered to the server, even if the 1.27
machine is connected to the server.
The does not enter the auto off mode after the waiting Rx document for delivery has been
delted.
First release 1.26
Delivery:
Symptom Corrected Version
File full condition may occur following repeated connections to the POP server with APOP auto 2.03
connection.
Attached file is sometimes delivered as a text file. 2.02
Supports the File Format Converter (MLB) function 2.00
Minor delivery module bug. 1.15
Operation flow for multiple scanning in platen mode improved. 1.13
If the operation SW is pressed while the machine is scanning the third set of 2000 originals 1.05
(SADF mode), the machine goes into auto off mode.
First release 1.01
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/2
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 21-Jan-05 No.: RB051032
SYMPTOM
White lines at random intervals along the main scan direction.
White lines
along the
main scan
direction
White lines
along the
main scan
direction
Important:
DO NOT do the “Action in the Field“ in this RTB in these cases:
If the pitch of the white lines is 54mm. This is a problem with the development roller.
If the symptom is random-pitched banding from a dirty PCU grounding brush.
Note: See RTB #RB051008e.
CAUSE
Sometimes, the drive torque of the development unit is higher than the torque limit of the
development clutch. As a result, the clutch sometimes slips.
Note: This happens more often just after the development unit is replaced. This is
because new development units have a higher drive torque.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/2
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 21-Jan-05 No.: RB051032
SOLUTION
Production Line
Development clutches have been checked from the first production to make sure the
torque limit is high enough. If the torque limit is not high enough, the clutch is not used.
In addition to the above production solution, the higher torque type clutch has been used in
the production line as follows:
Applied from: May 2004 production.
Development clutch P/N change: AX210078 AX210088
I. Changes
Note: With the old and new firmware, the machine does charge corona cleaning at an
average frequency of once/600 developments.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/4
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 21-Jan-05 No.: RB051033
Key:
SP Mode: Charge Cleaning Charge Cleaning Charger Clean
Interval (Reference Interval (Additional Counter
Value) Value)
Mathematical summary:
CCRV≤ CCC<CCRV+CCAV (Default settings: 600≤ CCC<1000)
Cleaning is done just before changing to low-power mode.
Note:
“CCC” counts up by 1 when the corona wire is used for development.
After the machine does the charge corona cleaning, CCC is changed:
If [CCAV] > [CCC – CCRV], then New CCC = [CCC – CCRV]
If [CCAV] ≤ [CCC – CCRV], then New CCC = [CCAV]
See the table below.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 4/4
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 21-Jan-05 No.: RB051033
Subject: Preventative service calls due to paper dust Prepared by: H.K.
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Product Safety Other ( )
SYMPTOM
1. Noise from the fusing unit when continuous prints are made.
2. The fusing belt peels before it reaches its yield.
CAUSE
Some paper types have a high paper dust content, and the dust can build up on the oil
supply felt. As a result, the felt supplies less oil to the fusing belt.
SOLUTION
On the production line
The following changes were made to ensure the correct fusing belt adhesion:
1. The production line procedure was improved to make sure the adhesive is applied
more evenly.
2. A stronger adhesive is used between the belt and base.
Applied from: November 2004 production
In the field
Recommended action: At service visits, check to see if there is a paper dust buildup in the
fusing section. If there is, clean the fusing section (see the photo and illustration on the
next page).
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/2
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 28-Jan-05 No.: RB051034
Oil Supply
Roller
Fusing
Oil Supply Pad Sponge
(Felt) Roller
Oiling Roller
Fusing Belt
Inner box
495x353x371
Outer box
591x483x480
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/3
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 17-Feb-05 No.: RB051035
Factory ---> Spare parts center ---> Service representative’s car ---> Machines site by car
A B C
Transportation: A & B: Double-box
It would be virtually impossible to transport the PCU in the inner carton box only, from the
factory to spare parts center and/or from spare parts center to the Service representative’s
car using a courier company. For this reason it is necessary to transport the PCU in a
double carton box (Inner box in the outer box).
2)
• Place this surface face-up ONLY IF the box is not stable when stacked
in its normal position.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 3/3
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 17-Feb-05 No.: RB051035
Important: Always try to stack the box in its normal position first. Stack the box as
described in #2 above ONLY IF the box is not stable in its normal position. If you do not
follow these instructions, the PCU can be damaged.
P/N Change
B0529100 to B0529101
Interchangeability: O/O
Note: The last shipment of B0529100z contains the new PCU package. The lot numbers
are as follows (from Nov 1, 2004 production):
Z041101, Z041102, Z041103, …, Z0411XX
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/2
Reissued: 4-Mar-05
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 25-Feb-03 No.: RB051006c
RTB Correction
The items in bold italics have been corrected or added.
Subject: Firmware History - Scanner/PS3 Prepared by: S.Tomoe
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Other (Firmware History)
Scanner:
Symptom Corrected Version
File full condition may occur following repeated connections to the POP server with APOP auto 2.03
connection.
Some Korean and Russian characters appear garbled on the SMC report.
Attached file is sometimes delivered as a text file. 2.02
Supports the File Format Converter (MLB) function 2.00
Minor bug with delivery module. 1.15
Operation flow for multiple scanning in platen mode improved. 1.13
Scanning stops while scanning with the TWAIN driver for printer output.
If the operation SW is pressed while the machine is scanning the third set of 2000 originals 1.05
(SADF mode), the machine goes into auto off mode.
First release 1.02
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/2
Reissued: 4-Mar-05
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 25-Feb-03 No.: RB051006c
PS3:
Symptom Corrected Version
The following PS problems have been modified: 1.09a
1. After a certain number of jobs (~500 jobs) containing images are printed,
subsequent jobs will be printed with solarized images (images with shifted colors).
(GFPR#RE04050021, RE04100012 and RC04120008)
2. PS data containing images that use pallet (index) color may be printed with
random inconsistencies.(GFPR#RE04100010)
The following PS problems have been modified: 1.09
White or light pixels that don't show in the screen image get scattered throughout areas of
dark pixels in the printout. This makes the dark areas appear lighter than they are
supposed to.
Using Photoshop v7.0, if Dithering is set to anything other than "User setting" a line is
sometimes drawn through the image.
The wording is incorrect on the PS config/font page. The value of Color Profile under
<Printing Configuration> should be "auto", not "business".
The PS logo color printed on the PS configuration sheet appeared slightly blue. It should 1.08
be red.
The black over print mode sometimes does not work correctly.
With MKY images, the total quantity regulation and gamma processing is not performed 1.06
correctly.
Color processing bug with RCM color profile.
Incorrect polling with halftone and profile settings
Total quantity regulation not applied to text.
Image stalls without gamma processing.
Default halftone setting changed from type1 to type5.
Image problem with indexed color space.
Modified for Adobe certification
Modified to support ctlz. 1.04
Subject: Light image and/or Toner End indication cannot be Prepared by: H.K.
cleared
From: 1st Tech. Support Sec. Service Support Dept.
Classification: Troubleshooting Part information Action required
Mechanical Electrical Service manual revision
Paper path Transmit/receive Retrofit information
Product Safety Other ( )
SYMPTOM
Light image (BCMY) occurs and/or toner end indication cannot be cleared (CMY).
CAUSE
The toner-supply-drive gear shaft in the development unit comes out of its position,
because the shaft stopper is worn out by the shaft, which was not manufactured correctly.
This causes the toner supply paddle to not rotate, and toner is not supplied to the toner
hopper in the development unit. The white bearing also comes out of its position.
White bearing
Affected units
Some of the machines and spare parts that were produced from the beginning of February
until 21 April (21/04/2005) production are defective.
February production to April production
B051-26 5P2825XXXX
B051-17, 19, 22,27, 29 J25562xxxxx, J25563xxxxx
B051-28 J25563xxxxx, J25564xxxxx
B052-19, 22, 27, 29 J26562xxxxx, J26563xxxxx, J26564xxxxx
X 01 02 05 to X 21 04 05
OR
In the field
Add the plastic washer to the toner supply drive shaft gear. This will prevent this symptom.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 5/13
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 30-May-05 No.: RB051036
No action
Affected No
unit?
Yes
Does the
shaft No Add the spacer: See A:
come out? Procedure for adding the
spacers to the toner supply
drive gear shaft
Yes
Do you have Yes
a modified
Replace the
development development
unit?
unit.
No
When you visit the machines to respond to a service call for the shaft coming out of its
position.
• The development unit that shows the symptom. Replace the development unit
with the corrected one when the development unit is available. And add the spacers
to the shaft in the other development units.
• If the development unit is not available, see the procedure for adding the spacer to
the toner supply drive gear shaft (see below).
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 7/13
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 30-May-05 No.: RB051036
A: Procedure for adding the spacers to the toner supply drive gear shaft
70mm
Important:
Do not pull out the toner cartridge too far. If you do, toner can leak out of the
cartridge (circled in red in the photos).
If this happens, remove the leaked toner.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 8/13
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 30-May-05 No.: RB051036
3. Remove the silencer (A), toner cartridge drive gear (B) and pressure spring (C).
Important: Be careful not to lose the silencer and spring.
A C
4. Make sure the flat sides of the bearing are parallel with the ribs (see the left photo).
OK NG
Ribs
Important: The washer fits tightly around the shaft, but DO NOT change the size of the D-
cut.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 9/13
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 30-May-05 No.: RB051036
6. Reattach the pressure spring, drive gear and silencer.
Important: Reattach the gear so that the flat side faces inward (the rounded side must
face outward).
NG OK
3. Pull the gear in the direction of the green arrow. Make sure the shaft does not move.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 10/13
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 30-May-05 No.: RB051036
Spring
View from the bottom of the
development unit
3. Pull out the toner cartridge about 70 mm from the development unit.
4. While taking care not to pull the shaft, remove the silencer, toner cartridge drive
gear, and pressure spring.
Important: Be careful not to lose the silencer and spring.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 12/13
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 30-May-05 No.: RB051036
5. Put back the bearing so that the flat sides of the bearing are parallel with the ribs
(see the left photo).
OK NG
Ribs
6. While opening the rear development cover (A), push the shaft so that the shaft is
installed into the shaft holder hole.
Important: You cannot see the shaft holder hole (inside the cover). When the shaft
is installed correctly, you hear a click.
7. Make sure the shaft does not come out, by pulling out the shaft slowly and gently. If
the shaft comes out, repeat steps 5 and 6.
Important: If the shaft comes out completely, do not install the shaft again. In this
case, you have to replace the development unit.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 13/13
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 30-May-05 No.: RB051036
8. Do steps 5 and 6 from “A: Procedure for adding the spacers to the toner supply
drive gear shaft - II. Main procedure”.
Then do steps 1 to 5 from “A: Procedure for adding the spacers to the toner supply
drive gear shaft - III. Important points to check (1 to 6)”.
9. Make sure that the spring is installed on the development unit again.
Spring
View from the bottom of the
development unit
10. Make sure the projection (A) of the lower development case is installed into the hole
in the rear development cover correctly.
11. Mark the label on the development unit left side with a blue dot as shown.
This is to inform you of the Copier firmware history (BICU, Operation Panel, FAX, FCU).
Production 02’
1.03 B0515557K - B0515558K - B0515559K - Not applied to the
production machines
1.02 B0515557J - B0515558J - B0515559J - Not applied to the
production machines
1.0192 UraC1CardV1 - UraC1CardV1 - UraC1CardV1 - Not applied to the
192.bin 192.bin 192.bin production machines
1.0181 UraC1CardV1 - UraC1CardV1 - UraC1CardV1 - August Production
181.bin 181.bin 181.bin ‘02
European version
Asian version
Versi Firmware / Versions
on
BICU (Engine) Operation Panel LCD FAX application FCU
Firmware Version Firmware Version Firmware Version Firmware Version
No. No. No. No.
1.21 B0515568C 1.35:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551H 3.00.0 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.20 B0515568B 1.341 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551H 3.00.0 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.19 B0515568B 1.341 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.18 B0515568A 1.34 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.17 B0515568 1.333 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.16 B0515554Z 1.32 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.15 B0515554Y 1.31 :01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.14 B0515554X 1.30:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.13 B0515554W 1.291:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551F 2.05 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.12 B0515554V 1.28:01 B0515531B 1.25 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.11 B0515554T 1.275:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 5/23
Reissued: 26-Apr-06
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001m
1.10 B0515554S 1.262:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.09 B0515554R 1.253:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.08 B0515554Q 1.242:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.07 B0515554P 1.233:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551E 2.00 B5025772E 04.00.01
1.06 B0515554N 1.213:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.05 B0515554M 1.212:01 B0515531A 1.20 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.04 B0515554L 1.204:1 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772D 03.01.00
1.03 B0515554K 1.204:1 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
1.02 B0515554J 1.202.01 B0515531 1.19 B0515551D 1.17 B5025772C 02.01.00
Korean version
Versi Firmware / Versions
on
BICU (Engine) Operation Panel LCD FAX application FCU
Firmware Version Firmware Version Firmware Version Firmware Version
No. No. No. No.
1.06 B0515568C 1.35:01 B0515549B 1.26 B0515551H 3.00.0 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.05 B0515568B 1.341 :01 B0515549B 1.26 B0515551H 3.00.0 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.04 B0515568B 1.341 :01 B0515549B 1.26 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.03 B0515568A 1.34 :01 B0515549B 1.26 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.02 B0515568 1.333 :01 B0515549B 1.26 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
1.01 B0515554Z 1.32:01 B0515549B 1.26 B0515551G 2.05.2 B5025772F 05.00.00
BICU (Engine)
Symptom Corrected Version
An SC544 misdetection occurs when the machine recovers from 1.35:01
Energy Saver mode or when the main switch is turned ON.
The pixel-counting threshold for Toner End detection was changed. 1.341:01
Note: See RTB RB0510030a for details.
The ACC sheet is not printed out correctly if the machine receives a
Fax while printing out the sheet.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 7/23
Reissued: 26-Apr-06
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001m
Symptom Corrected Version
The title and accompanying pictorial symbols for all fusing unit jams
are now displayed as one “B/C Jam” message, in order to ensure
panel displays are consistent with machine decals.
Specifically:
- The “B/C jam” display instructs users to open both the right cover
and right-upper cover.
- The “B jam” display now instructs users to open the right cover
only.
“Toner End” is displayed if the main power is turned On without the
toner cartridge installed, even if the cartridge is then properly installed
following this (main power Off/On necessary).
Machine emits a continuous beeping sound while shifting the paper
stack inside the LCT following the LCT paper end condition (auto tray
switching Off).
Note: In addition to this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to V2.07.2 or later.
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.06 or later.
Extra toner may sometimes stick to the transfer roller and then to the 1.30:01
rear side of the next copy sheet (main motor Off timing has been
optimized).
The Copier main motor may sometimes continue running if Sort jobs
are printed out to the 500-sheet Finisher (B458).
V1.31:01
SP No. English SP2-954-01
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 8/23
Reissued: 26-Apr-06
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001m
0:New 1:Old
Setting for New Setting for Old
2-400-008 Cleaning Bias LL1: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-401-008 Cleaning Bias LL2: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-402-008 Cleaning Bias NN1: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-403-008 Cleaning Bias NN2: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-404-008 Cleaning Bias HH: OPC 1400 1400
lubrication time
2-920-01 ITB Cleaning CL OFF Time 0 0
z Default setting for SP3-970-004 (Image Area Rate: Bk) has been
changed to 4.7 as follows:
¾ [0 ~ 10.0 / 4.7 / 0.1 %/step]
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.05.01 or later.
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 10/23
Reissued: 26-Apr-06
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001m
An ITB cleaning blade has been added to the ITB cleaning system.
The condition of the image process has been changed. These SP
modes are used for the new ITB cleaning system.
Toner accumulates on the edge of the ITB cleaning blade. Turning the
ITB clutch Off/On forces accumulated toner on the blade edge to drop
on the ITB while the image is not transferred on the ITB for cleaning. If
it is not performed, toner may drop on the printing image. These SP’s
adjust the time and number of times for blade cleaning.
-2-924-001(ITB Cleaning Clutch Off/On – Time)
[100 ~ 500/ 300 / 10ms /step]
-2-924-002 (ITB Cleaning Clutch Off/On – Number)
[0 ~ 5/ 2 / 1 /step]
The lubrication cleaning time has been revised. SP mode has been
subdivided into time for 1C and time for 2C/3C/4C.
-SP3-920-001 (Lubrication Cleaning Time: - 1C)
[0 ~ 100 / 50 / 1% /step]
-SP3-920-002 (Lubrication Cleaning Time: - 2C/3C/4C)
[0 ~ 100 / 100/ 1% /step]
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.02.9 or later.
The “toner cartridge setting error” is sometimes displayed even when 1.262:01
the cartridge has been set correctly. This is due to misdetection of the
information on the cartridge memory chip.
Default settings for the following have been changed (new defaults
underlined).
SP1-003-5,-6,-7 (Paper Buckle for By-pass Tray):
Note: This adjustment was added from v1.233:01, and the description
has been added to the v1.233.01 description below (previously
missing).
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.02. or later.
To ensure proper printing quality, the default values for the following 1.253:01
SP modes have been revised while some SP modes have been
added.
NOTE: Along with this BICU version, be sure to update the main unit
controller firmware to v2.01.5 or later. For details, please refer to RTB
#RB051014 (black faint images).
In color mode (2C or more) with LT LEF and duplex, SC280 is mis- 1.242:01
detected if 5 or more originals are scanned during machine warm-up.
SC571
Software changed so that oil end detection is not counted for supplying
oil from the oil tank to the oil reservoir in the oil supply unit while the
fusing unit is not working (i.e. SCs and jams). This is to avoid oil
overflow conditions that can be caused by winter humidity
(humidification).
Machine may freeze when a paper jam occurs or when the main
switch is turned on (found in laboratory tests).
SC120 was shown instead of SC122 when the scanner home position
was initialized.
1.202.01
Process control mode timing
To reduce the cycle of process control mode (every 200 printings), Mono (Bk)
prints are no longer counted for process control.
1.192:01
SP2-905-01: (Paper transfer roller type)
To improve the transferability, the shape of the paper transfer roller has been
changed from the 1st production. Due to this modification, paper transfer
currents (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032) and paper transfer adjustment (SP2-
903-01) have been reviewed. The settings for August production machines
have been input on the production line. This SP changes the default and
factory settings for SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-032 and SP2-903-01 for both
types. It is necessary to set the type to 0 and press # key when firmware
version 1.181:01 or older (August production machines) is updated to
1.192:01 or newer for the first time. This is because the machine cannot
judge which data (old or new) should be used for paper transfer currents.
Check the SP settings after updating the firmware (SP2-310-001 to SP2-314-
032, and SP2-903-01).
Note: All settings will be initialized to their new defaults (see tables below),
therefore any previously input field customized settings must be re-input
manually.
0: New paper transfer roller type (Drum type), 1: Old paper transfer roller
type (straight type)
FCU
Symptom Corrected Version
Tx level of DTMF tone in Taiwan is slightly high. 05.00.00
Supports MLB function. 04.00.01
Job numbers for standby for FAX transmission by LAN FAX (P/C FAX) are
limited as follows:
0: 64 1: Depends on memory (400: standard, 800: with Fax Function
Upgrade Unit)
Taiwan area
Taiwan Area parameters added.
SP code Class1and 2
SP
2-310 2-311 2-312 2-313 2-314
Class 3
LL1 LL2 NN1 NN2 HH
-1 25 27 28 29 30
-2 25 28 30 30 30
-3 25 29 32 31 30
-4 25 28 31 30 28
-5 25 27 30 28 26
-6 26 28 29 30 31
-7 26 29 31 31 31
-8 26 30 33 32 31
-9 26 29 32 31 29
-10 26 28 31 29 27
-11 14 15 15 16 16
-12 15 15 15 15 15
-13 16 15 14 15 15
-14 18 16 14 14 14
-15 20 17 14 14 14
-16 28 28 27 29 30
-17 30 29 28 31 33
-18 28 29 30 33 36
-19 28 29 30 32 34
-20 28 29 30 31 32
-21 29 29 28 30 31
-22 31 30 29 32 34
-23 29 30 31 34 37
-24 29 30 31 33 35
-25 29 30 31 32 33
-26 12 13 14 14 14
-27 16 16 16 15 15
-28 20 19 17 17 16
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 22/23
Reissued: 26-Apr-06
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 2-Dec-02 No.: RB051001m
-29 24 23 23 23 22
-30 28 29 30 29 28
-31 16 17 17 18 18
-32 20 21 21 22 22
New defaults for SP2- 903
[0 to 70.0 /1.0/ 0.1µA/step]
SYMPTOM
When the paper stack is moved from the left to the right in the LCT, the first sheet of the
paper stack in the LCT jams, or noise occurs and the paper is not fed.
CAUSE
One or more of the following:
- The distance between the side fences is narrow. As a result, the paper is not moved
correctly to the right side of the LCT, and the timing belt is overloaded.
- The paper is wider than specification or has burrs on its edge
Move
B A
SOLUTION
Production Line
Temporary:
1. The distance between the side fences was increased by 0.5mm.
- The length of the front side fence was changed (P/N B1809902)
2. The distance between the side fences is checked on the production line.
- Cut-in S/N:
J4051100001 (from 2005 November production)
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/2
Model: Model TH-C1 Date: 6-Apr-06 No.: RB156027
Permanent:
SYMPTOM
Image skew when feeding from mainframe Trays 1 and 2.
Cause
The operator does not set the side fence flush against the paper stack.
Field Action 1
Tell customers that the side fence should be set flush against the loaded paper stack, or in
cases where the customer gives approval, secure the side fences in place [A] with two
screws.
Note:
z The level of skew will increase twofold if there is a 1mm gap between the paper and
side fence.
z The two screws [B] (P/N: 04503008N) were added to Trays 1 and 2.
Note: See the cut-in S/N for this modification below.
A B
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 2/3
Reissued:3-Oct-06
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 20-Dec-02 No.: RB051003a
Field Action 2
As a supplement, the level of skew can be further minimized by increasing the paper
buckle in SP1-003. Try adjusting this value several times while checking the level of skew
on the printouts, keeping in mind that a higher value tends to cause Z-folds and a lower
value tends to cause paper jams.
Field Action 3
The following sheets of Mylar have been added to the side fence from the September
production. For the field machines, please refer to the procedure below.
<Procedure>
Clean the attachment surface on the
Front Side Fence (AF016097) with alcohol,
then attach the Mylar (G0702735) to
the Front Side Fence as shown in the
illustration. The following field machines
require the Mylar to be attached:
1. When you install the charge corona unit, do not straighten the cleaner motor harness
if this harness is white.
l From May 2006 production, the material of the harness was changed to a more
environmentally-friendly type. The new harness is white and the material is
harder than the black harness.
l The new harness is bent at the factory. This is to make sure that harness does
not push the quenching lamp (QL).
l If you straighten the white harness, SC305 can occur.
White harness
Black harness
Do not
straighten the
harness.
Rear view
Front view
QL QL is QL
QL is disconnected
disconnected
Technical Bulletin PAGE: 1/1
Model: Model U-C1 Date: 05-Sep-07 No.: RB051038
SYMPTOM
A small area on the lower front edge of the platen cover sheet is damaged. This may
have a potential safety risk, depending on the amount of damage.
Platen Cover
Sheet
CAUSE
The platen cover is opened/closed repeatedly over a long period of time, and each time,
the operator touches the platen cover sheet. As a result, this area of the platen cover
sheet is gradually worn down.
SOLUTION
Check the condition of the platen cover sheet at the next service visit.
Temporary:
z Remove the platen cover sheet and reattach it in the reverse orientation (turn it 180
degrees so that the damaged edge is at the rear side).
z Cover the damaged area of the platen cover sheet with transparent tape.
Permanent:
z Replace the platen cover sheet with the modified part: