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PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS

EPSON DFX-9000

Revision A
Reliability: Mean print volume between failure (MVBF = Total print volume) (MTBF 25% duty cycle) 1300 million line (except print head) 20000 POH 200 million strokes/wire (approx. 400 million characters (Draft 10 cpi,14 dots/character)) 15 million characters (Draft 10 cpi, 14 dots/character)

1.1 Overview
1.1.1 Features
Columns: Printing speed: High speed draft Draft NLQ Feeding method: Push Tractor feed (front, rear) Push & Pull Tractor feed (front, rear) Feeder: Front push Tractor Rear push Tractor Pull Tractor (Option) Paper/Media: Continuous paper, Multipart paper, Labels, Overlapping multipart forms, Continuous forms with labels 2 NLQ & 1 Draft Bitmap typefaces 8 Barcode fonts 1550 cps at 10 cpi 1320 cps at 10 cpi 330 cps at 10 cpi 136 columns (10cpi)

MTBF Print head life Ribbon life Interface

Bi-directional parallel interface (IEEE-1284 nibble mode supported) Serial I/F USB (ver 1.1) I/F Type B I/F level 2 (Option) Control code: Copy capability: 1 original + 9 copies (Front) 1 original + 6 copies (Rear) Control panel functions: Tractor Select (Front/Rear), Font, Pitch, Tear Off, Top of Form, LF/FF, Load, Micro Feed, Pause, Reset and Menu Cutter: Perforation cutter (Option) ESC/P, IBM PPDS emulation

Fonts: Character tables: Standard version NLSP version Input buffer: Acoustic noise:

13 tables 42 tables 128 Kbytes 58 dB (A) (ISO 7779 pattern)

Auto paper thickness adjustment: Adjusts Platen gap automatically. (Manual adjustment also can be selected) Auto paper change: Paper jam detection: It is easy to change Paper source (Rear Tractor, Front Tractor) on the control panel. Detects paper jam and indicates error status.

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EPSON DFX-9000
External View and Part Names

Revision A

Control Panel

Paper Separator Cover Front Tractor Power Switch Top Cover Power Connector Rear Tractor Print Head Card Guide Rear Unit

Rear Flap Interface Cover Front Cover Figure 1-1. External View (Front Side) Figure 1-2. External View (Rear Side)

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Consumables and options
Name Consumables Ribbon cartridge (black) Pull tractor unit Perforation cutter Serial I/F card 32KB intelligent serial I/F card Local Talk I/F card Options 32KB IEEE-488 I/F card Coax I/F card Twinax I/F card IEEE-1284 parallel I/F card EpsonNet 10/100 Base Tx Int. Print Server EpsonNet 802.11b/g Wireless Ext. Print Server Code S01538* C80038* #C81507X C82305* / C82306* C82307* / C82308* C82312* C82313* C82314* C82315* C82345* C12C82434* C12C824221 Paper Handling Supported Paper Dimension (W) x (D) x (H) Weight Copy Capability Item Print Speed

Revision A
Overview comparison The following describes the differences by items between this product and previous model. Table 1-1. Overview comparison
DFX-9000 HS-Draft: 1550 cps Draft: 1320 cps NLQ: 330 cps 1 + 9 copies (Front) Front: Rear: Opt.: Push Push Pull (Top) DFX-8500 HS-Draft: 1120 cps Draft: 840 cps NLQ: 210 cps 1 + 6 copies (Front) Front: Rear: Opt: Push Push Pull (Top)

Continuous forms 700 x 378 x 363 mm (27.6 x 14.9 x 14.3 inches) 34.0 kg (74.8 lbs) STD: IEEE1284/Bi-D Serial (RS232C) USB (1.1) Type-B slot (x 1) 20,000 POH

Continuous forms 700 x 382 x 369 mm (27.6 x 15.0 x 14.5 inches) 29.0 kg (63.8 lbs) STD: IEEE1284/Bi-D Serial (RS232C) Type-B slot (x 1) 10,000 POH

Interface Opt.: Buffer Memory Reliability Life (Print head) Life (Ribbon) Noise Level Control Code/ Emulation Drivers 128 KB MTBF:

Opt.: 128 KB MTBF:

400 million characters (200 million strokes/wire) 15 million characters 58 dB (A) ECS/P-9 IBM PPDS Win 9x/Me, NT4.0, 2000/XP

400 million characters 15 million characters 58 dB (A) ESC/P-9 IBM Pro Printer (2380/2381) Win 3.1, Win 9x/Me, NT3.51/4.0

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Revision A
Print speed and printable columns
Printing mode Character pitch (cpi) 10 High speed draft 12 15 High speed draft condensed 17 20 10 Draft 12 15 Draft condensed Draft emphasized 17 20 10 10 12 NLQ 15 17 20 Printable columns 136 163 204 233 272 136 163 204 233 272 136 136 163 204 233 272 Printing speed (cps) Normal 1550 1450 1320 1155 880 1320 1320 880 660 660 660 330 330 220 165 165 Copy1 1280 1200 960 840 640 960 960 640 480 480 480 240 240 160 120 120 Copy2 1186 1112 890 778 593 890 890 593 445 445 445 222 222 148 111 111

1.2 Basic Specifications


1.2.1 Printing Specification
1.2.1.1 Printing Specification
Print method: Number of pins: Print pin arrangement: Print pin diameter: Color: Print direction: Control code: Resolution
Printing mode Horizontal density 90 dpi 96 dpi 120 dpi 240 dpi 120 dpi 240 dpi 60, 72, 80, 90 or 120 dpi 120 or 240 dpi Vertical density 72 dpi 72 dpi 72 dpi 72 dpi 72 dpi 144 dpi 72 dpi 72 dpi Adjacent dot print No No No No Yes No Yes No

Impact dot matrix 36 pins 9 x 4 staggered 0.29 mm (0.0114 inch) Black Bi-direction with logic seeking ESC/P, IBM PPDS emulation

High Speed Draft 10 cpi High Speed Draft 12 cpi Draft Draft condensed Draft emphasized
NLQ Bit Image

Note1: When the power supply voltage drops to the lower limit, the printer stops printing and then starts printing remaining on that line again more slowly than before. 2: When the head temperature rises to the upper limit, the printer stops printing. When the head temperature falls to the normal level, the printer starts printing again more slowly than before. 3: When the printer cover is opened, the printing speed becomes slower than the printer cover is closed.

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Character tables and typefaces
Version Standard version Character table Italic table PC437 (US Standard Europe) PC850 (Multilingual) PC860 (Portuguese) PC861 (Icelandic) PC863 (Canadian-French) PC865 (Nordic) Abicomp BRASCII Roman 8 ISO Latin 1 PC 858 ISO 8859-15 Italic table PC437 (US Standard Europe) PC850 (Multilingual) PC860 (Portuguese) PC861 (Icelandic) PC863 (Canadian-French) PC865 (Nordic) Abicomp BRASCII Roman 8 ISO Latin 1 PC 858 ISO 8859-15 PC437 Greek PC852 (East Europe) PC853 (Turkish) PC855 (Cyrillic) PC857 (Turkish) PC866 (Russian) PC869 (Greek) MAZOWIA (Poland) Code MJK (CSFR) ISO 8859-7 (Latin/Greek) ISO Latin 1T (Turkish) Bitmap font EPSON High speed Draft (10 CPI, 12 CPI) EPSON Draft (10 CPI, 12 CPI, Proportional) EPSON Roman (10 CPI, 12 CPI, Proportional) EPSON Sans Serif (10 CPI, 12 CPI, Proportional) EPSON OCR-B (10 CPI)

Revision A

Version

Character table

Bitmap font

NLSP version

EPSON High speed Draft (10 CPI, 12 CPI) EPSON Draft (10 CPI, 12 CPI, Proportional) EPSON Roman (10 CPI, 12 CPI, Proportional) EPSON Sans Serif (10 CPI, 12 CPI, Proportional) EPSON OCR-B (10 CPI)

NLSP Bulgaria (Bulgarian) version Estonia (Estonia) (Continued) PC 774(LST 1283:1993) ISO 8859-2 PC 866 LAT. (Latvian) PC866UKR (Ukraine) PC771 (Lithuania) PC437 Slovenia PC MC PC1250 PC1251 Hebrew7* Hebrew8* PC862 (Hebrew)* PCAPTEC (Arabic) PC708 (Arabic) PC720 (Arabic) PCAR 864 (Arabic) Note : ESC R command is effective on all the character tables. Note * : This item is not displayed with a default setting mode.

International character sets: 13 countries and legal U.S.A., France, Germany, U.K., Denmark 1, Sweden, Italy, Spain 1, Japan, Norway, Denmark 2, Spain 2, Latin America NOTE: The international and legal characters are these 12 codes; 23H, 24H, 40H, 5BH, 5CH, 5DH, 5EH, 60H, 7BH, 7CH, 7DH, 7EH. Bar code EAN-13, EAN-8, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 39, Code 128, POSTNET, Coda bar (NW-7), Industrial 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5

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Revision A

1.2.1.2 Paper Feeding


Feeding method: Push tractor feed (front, rear) Push & pull tractor feed (front, rear) Feeder: Front push tractor Rear push tractor Pull tractor (option) Paper path: Line spacing: Feed speed: Normal mode 4.23 mm (1/6 inch) feed: 25 msec Continuous feed: 0.381 MPS (m/sec) [15.0 IPS (inches/sec)] Copy mode 4.23 mm (1/6 inch) feed: 25 msec Continuous feed: 0.279 MPS (m/sec) [11.0 IPS (inches/sec)] Tractor (front or rear in, top out) 4.23 mm (1/6 inch) or programmable in increments of 0.059 mm (1/432 inch)

1.2.1.4 Paper Thickness Lever


The paper thickness lever must be set at the proper position as shown below. When this lever is set at the Auto position, this printer measures the paper thickness after every paper loading. The distance between head and platen is automatically adjusted for proper printing according to the thickness. Table 1-2. The Relation between Paper Thickness Lever Position and Paper Thickness
Lever position*1 Auto 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15*2 Paper thickness (inch) Minimum 0.0028 0.0035 0.0055 0.0075 0.0094 0.0114 0.0134 0.0154 0.0173 0.0193 0.0213 0.0232 0.0252 0.0272 0.0291 0.0378 Maximum 0.0311 0.0003 0.0051 0.0071 0.0091 0.0110 0.0130 0.0150 0.0169 0.0189 0.0209 0.0228 0.0248 0.0268 0.0287 0.0311 0.0394 Paper thickness (mm) Over 0.07 up to 0.79 Under 0.08 Over 0.09 up to 0.13 Over 0.14 up to 0.18 Over 0.19 up to 0.23 Over 0.24 up to 0.28 Over 0.29 up to 0.33 Over 0.34 up to 0.38 Over 0.39 up to 0.43 Over 0.44 up to 0.48 Over 0.49 up to 0.53 Over 0.54 up to 0.58 Over 0.59 up to 0.63 Over 0.64 up to 0.68 Over 0.69 up to 0.73 Over 0.74 up to 0.79 Over 0.96 up to 1.00 Platen gap (mm) 0.39 to 1.09 0.39 0.44 0.49 0.54 0.59 0.64 0.69 0.74 0.79 0.84 0.89 0.94 0.99 1.04 1.09 1.31

1.2.1.3 Input Data Buffer


128 Kbyte

Note *1: The paper thickness lever can be selected by SelecType. *2 : This item is for customization only.

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1.2.1.5 Electrical specification


UPS version Rated voltage range: Input voltage range: Rated frequency range: Input frequency range: Rated current: Power consumption: AC 100 to 240 V AC 90 to 264 V 50 to 60 Hz 49.5 to 60.5 Hz 4.8 A (max. 14.5 A) Approx. 185 W (ISO/IEC10561 Letter pattern) Approx. 9.5 W in sleep mode* 0 W in powered off mode Energy Star Compliant AC 1500 Vrms. 1 sec. (between AC line and chassis)

1.2.1.7 Safety Approvals


UPS version Safety standards: UL60950 CSA C22.2 No.60950 EN60950 EMI: FCC part15 subpart B class B CAN/CSA CEI/IEC CISPR 22 class B EN55022 class B AS/NZS CISPR22 class B

1.2.1.8 CE Marking
UPS version Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC: EN60950 EMC Directive 89/336/EEC: EN55022 class B EN61000-3-2 EN61000-3-3 EN55024

Dielectric strength:

NOTE *: When it passes 5 minutes in the following condition the printer enters a sleep mode. The printer is not in an error condition. There is no data in input buffer.

1.2.1.6 Environmental Condition


Condition Operating Nonoperating Temperature 5 to 35 C*1 15 to 25 C*1, *2 -30 to 60 C Humidity 10 to 80 % RH*1 30 to 60 % RH*1, *2 0 to 85 % RH*1 Resistance to shock 1 G, within 1ms 2 G, within 2ms Resistance to vibration 0.25 G, 10 to 55 Hz 0.50 G, 10 to 55 Hz

1.2.1.9 Reliability
Mean print volume between failure (MVBF): 133 million lines (except print head) MTBF: Print head life: Ribbon life: 20000 POH 200 million strokes/wire 15 million characters (Draft 10cpi, 14 dots/character)

Note *1: Without condensation *2 : During printing on Labels, Overlapping multipart forms, Continuous forms with labels

1.2.1.10 Acoustic Noise


Level: Approx. 58 dB (A) (ISO 7779 pattern)

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Revision A

1.2.1.11 Ribbon Cartridge


Type: Color: Fabric Black

1.2.2 Paper Specifications


1.2.2.1 Continuous Paper (Single Sheet)
Rear Entry/Front Entry Item Min. Width Length (one page) Total thickness mm inch mm inch mm inch g/m2 lb 76.2 3 76.2 3 0.065 0.0025 52 14 Tractor Max. 419.1 16.5 558.8 22 0.1 0.0039 82 22 Tractor + Cutter Min. 101.6 4 101.6 4 0.065 0.0025 52 14 Max. 406.4 16 431.8 17 0.1 0.0039 82 22

Ribbon dimensions: 13 mm (W) x 70 m (L) Endless Ribbon life: Dimensions: Appearance:


40.3 16.5 554.3

15 million characters (Draft 10cpi, 14 dots/character) 570 mm (W) x 121 mm (D) x 40.3 mm (H)

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Weight (not multi part)


60 5

Quality
56

61

Plain paper, Reclaimed paper (not curled, not folded, not crumpled) Point glue or paper staple (both side)

121

Jointing
10 17.5 570

Note1: Punch holes diameter should be less than 5mm. 2: When using pre-printed papers, the reflectivity of the pre-printed color should be less than 60 % (for instance black). The shaded area should not be pre-printed as shown in Figure 1-9 (p.19), and that area should not have punch holes.

Figure 1-3. Ribbon Cartridge

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1.2.2.2 Continuous Paper (Multipart)


Rear entry Item mm inch mm inch Tractor Min. Width Length (one page) Copies Total thickness Weight (one sheet of multi part) Quality Jointing mm g/m2 lb 76.2 3 76.2 3 Max. 419.1 16.5 558.8 22 Tractor + Cutter Min. 101.6 4 101.6 4 Max. 406.4 16 431.8 17 Min. 76.2 3 76.2 3 Front entry Tractor Max. 419.1 16.5 558.8 22 Tractor + Cutter Min. 101.6 4 101.6 4 Max. 406.4 16 431.8 17

Recommended Relations between the Sheet Pieces and Each Weight


1P 1st sheet 2nd sheet 3rd sheet 4th sheet 5th sheet 6th sheet 7th sheet 8th sheet 9th sheet 10th sheet 45 to 70 2P 50 43 3P 50 34 43 4P 43 34 34 43 5P 43 34 34 34 43 6P 43 34 34 34 34 43 7P 43 34 34 34 34 34 43 8P 43 34 34 34 34 34 34 43 9P 43 34 34 34 34 34 34 34 43 10P 43 34 34 34 34 34 34 34 34 43

1 original + 6 copies 0.12 41 11 0.53 0.021 56 15 inch 0.0047

1 original + 6 copies 0.12 0.0047 41 11 0.53 0.021 56 15

1 original + 9 copies 0.12 0.0047 41 11 0.79 0.031 56 15

1 original + 6 copies 0.12 0.0047 41 11 0.53 0.021 56 15

Carbon-less multipart paper, Carbon-backed multipart paper (Not curled, not folded, not crumpled) Point glue or paper staple (both side)

Note1: Type of paper of multipart forms should be Carbonless or Carbon-backed. Dont use Carbon-interleaved. 2: Punch holes diameter should be less than 5mm. 3: When using pre-printed papers, the reflectivity of the pre-printed color should be less than 60% (for instance black). The shaded area should not be pre-printed as shown in Figure 1-9 (p.19), and that area should not have punch holes.

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Revision A

Jointing Sheets of Continuous Multipart Forms


C A U T IO N

Printing Side

Dont use continuous multipart forms that are joined with metal staples, one side crimping, tape-staple or bar-gluing.

Less than 25.4 mm (1 inch)

Less than 76.2 mm (3 inch)

Not printing Side The thickness of the crimping part when extended should be less than 0.9 mm. On the surface of paper (printing side) should not rise crimping part.

Figure 1-6. Crimping Both Side

Figure 1-4. Spot Gluing on Both Sides

The Thickness of the Perforation Part

Less than 25.4 mm (1 inch)

Less than 25.4 mm (1 inch)

Less than 76.2 mm (3 inch)

The thickness of the perforation part when extended should be 2mm or less.

Figure 1-7. The Thickness of the Perforation Part

The thickness of the crimping part when extended should be less than 0.9 mm.

Figure 1-5. Spot Gluing and Crimping on Each Side

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Less than 2mm

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Perforations Cuts
The ratio of the cut/uncut length of the perforation should be between 2:1 and 5:1. Cut Area 2:1 ~ 5:1

Pre-Print Paper (Continuous Forms)


First Dot 12 mm 12 mm

Uncut Area 5 mm The space between horizontal perforation cuts and paper edge should be more than 1 mm. Uncut Part

Paper Edge Cut Part More than 1 mm 12 mm 12 mm

If a vertical line and horizontal line are crossed at the cut parts (a), the area shown in the figure below will be the unprintable area. If crossed at the uncut parts (b), the printable area will not be limited. Unprintable area Cross Part Cut Cross Part Uncut

3 mm

3 mm

12 mm 28 mm 28 mm (a) (b) area that should not be pre-printed.

Figure 1-8. Perforations Cuts

Figure 1-9. Pre-print Paper (Continuous Forms)

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1.2.2.3 Labels
Item Label size Base sheet width Base sheet length (one page) Base sheet thickness Total thickness Label weight Quality mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch g/m2 lb Rear entry/Front entry (tractor) Min. 76.2 3 76.2 3 0.07 0.0028 0.16 0.0063 64 17 Plain paper or the same quality labels Max. 419.1 16.5 558.8 22 0.09 0.0035 0.19 0.0075 Refer to Figure 1-10 and Figure 1-11

Labels and Base Sheet Type

Label

Several uncut areas on each side of label

Each corner of label should not be cut

Base Sheet

Label Sheet

Figure 1-10. Labels whose Base Sheets are Entirely Covered

Note1: Printing on label is available only under normal temperature and humidity conditions. 2: The base sheet of labels must be continuous paper. 3: Dont pull out paper from backward. 4: If Printer is powered off, paper should be ejected. 5: Dont print on the base sheet of labels. 6: Base sheet of labels must be continuous paper. 7: Recommend labels are the ones whose base sheets are entirely covered. 8: If the labels whose base sheets are not covered with the label material, make sure the paper thickness has been measured on the label part. Or use the manual setting. 9: When the perforation cutter is installed, never use labels.
Base Sheet Label

Label More than 63.5 mm (2.5 inch)

Corner radius is more than R2.5 mm (0.1inch)

Figure 1-11. Labels whose Base Sheets are not Covered with the Label Material

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More than 23.8 mm (15/16 inch)

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1.2.2.4 Continuous Forms with Labels


Item Base sheet width Base sheet length Total thickness mm inch mm inch mm inch Rear entry (tractor) Min. 76.2 3 76.2 3 0.065 0.0025 Max. 419.1 16.5 558.8 22 0.53 0.021 Front entry (tractor) Min. 76.2 3 76.2 3 0.065 0.0025 Max. 419.1 16.5 558.8 22 0.79 0.031

Base Sheet

Less than 0.53 mm (Rear Entry) 0.79 mm (Front Entry)

Note1: Printing on continuous forms with labels is available only under normal temperature and humidity conditions. 2: When the perforation cutter is installed, never use continuous forms with labels.
Label

Figure 1-12. Continuous Forms with Labels

Continuous Paper

Labels Paper

Figure 1-13. A Sheet Composed of Continuous Paper and Labels Paper

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1.2.2.5 Overlapping Multipart Forms


Item Base sheet width Base sheet length Total thickness mm inch mm inch mm inch Rear entry (tractor) Min. 76.2 3 76.2 3 0.13 0.0051 Max. 419.1 16.5 558.8 22 0.53 0.021 Front entry (tractor) Min. 76.2 3 76.2 3 0.13 0.0051 Max. 419.1 16.5 558.8 22 0.79 0.031
Perforation More than 3.3 mm (From the perforation to the top of the next overlapping form) Less than 17 mm (From the perforation to the bottom edge of the glue point area) Glue Point Area Less than 13.3 mm (From the perforation to the bottom edge of the previous overlapping form) Less than 0.53 mm (Rear Entry) 0.79 mm (Front Entry) (Total thickness including glue point dilation) Glue Point Area Cut Sheet (Multipart) Base Sheet

Note1: Printing on overlapping multipart forms is available only under normal temperature and humidity conditions. 2: Do not print on base sheets. 3: Do not feed paper in reverse direction. 4: When the perforation cutter is installed, never use overlapping multipart forms.
The bottom edge of the glue point

Figure 1-14. Overlapping multipart forms

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Revision A
Table 1-3. Printable Area for Continuous Paper
Item PW (width)
PW LM RM

1.2.3 Printable Area


1.2.3.1 Continuous Paper

Continuous paper Refer to 1.2.2.1 Continuous Paper (Single Sheet) (p.16) and 1.2.2.2 Continuous Paper (Multipart) (p.17). 13 mm or more*1 13 mm or more 4.2 mm or more 4.2 mm or more

PL (length) LM (left margin) RM (right margin) TM (top margin) BM (bottom margin)

TM

Note *1: When PW is 127.0 mm (5 inch) Item LM (left margin)


PL Printable Area

Pull tractor 10 mm or more

BM

Figure 1-15. Printable Area for Continuous Paper

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Table 1-4. Printable Area for Continuous Labels
PW LM RM

1.2.3.2 Labels
PW (width) PL (length) LM (left margin)

Item

Labels paper Refer to 1.2.2.3 Labels (p.20). 13 mm or more*1 13 mm or more 2.2 mm or more 3 mm or more 3 mm or more 2 mm or more 2 mm or more

RM (right margin)
TM TOL

TM (top margin) LOL (left margin on label) ROL (right margin on label) TOL (top margin on label) BOL (bottom margin on label) Note *1: When PW is 127.0 mm (5 inch) Item LM (left margin)

Printable Area BOL

LOL

ROL

Pull tractor 10 mm or more

Figure 1-16. Printable Area for Labels

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Table 1-5. Printable Area for Continuous Labels
Item PW (width)
PW

1.2.3.3 Continuous Forms with Labels


NOTE: Printable area is on both of base sheet and label as follows.
PL (length)
RM

Continuous paper Refer to 1.2.2.4 Continuous Forms with Labels (p.21). 13 mm or more*1 13 mm or more 4.2 mm or more 4.2 mm or more 30.9 mm or more 30.9 mm or more 20.2 mm or more 16.6 mm or more 3 mm or more 3 mm or more 2 mm or more 2 mm or more

LM

LM (left margin) RM (right margin) TM (top margin) BM (bottom margin)


TM

LFL (left margin from label) RFL (right margin from label) TFL (top margin from label) BFL (bottom margin from label) LOL (left margin on label)
PL

Printable Area

TFL LFL

ROL (right margin on label) TOL (top margin on label) BOL (bottom margin on label) Note *1: When PW is 127.0 mm (5 inch)

Label
BFL

RFL

BM

Item LM (left margin)

Pull tractor 10 mm or more

Label TOL LOL Printable Area ROL

BOL

Figure 1-17. Printable Area for Continuous Forms with Labels

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Table 1-6. Printable Area for Overlapping Multipart Forms
Base Sheet RM Cut Sheet

1.2.3.4 Overlapping Multipart Forms


PW LM

Item PW (width) PL (length) LM (left margin) RM (right margin) TM1 (top margin) TM2 (top margin)*1 BM (Bottom margin)

Labels paper Refer to 1.2.2.5 Overlapping Multipart Forms (p.22). 16 mm or more 16 mm or more 26.3 mm or more 26.3 mm or more 16.6 mm or more

TM1

PL Printable Area

Note *1: After 2 pages

BM Perforation TM2 Printable Area

Figure 1-18. Printable Area for Overlapping Multipart Forms

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Data transmission timing

1.2.4 Interface
This printer provides bi-directional 8-bit parallel interface, serial interface, USB interface and Type-B optional interface slot as standard.

DATA

Data byte n thold

Data byte n+1

1.2.4.1 Parallel Interface (Forward Channel)


Specifications Transmission mode: Adaptable connector: Synchronization: Handshaking: Signal level: 8 bit parallel, IEEE-1284 compatibility mode 57-30360 (Amphenol) or equivalent -STROBE pulse BUSY and -ACKNLG signals TTL compatible (IEEE-1284 level 1 device) Table 1-7. Parameters
Parameter VOH* VOL* IOH* IOL* CO VIH VIL IIH IIL CI Minimum -0.5 V 0.8 V Maximum 5.5V 0.32 mA 12 mA 50 pF 2.0 V 0.32 mA 12 mA 50 pF Condition VOH = 2.4 V VOL = 0.4 V VOL = 0.4 V VIL = 0.8 V -

-STROBE
tsetup tstb tnext

BUSY
tready tbusy

-ACKNLG

treply

tack

tnbusy

Figure 1-19. Data Transmission Timing Table 1-8. Parameters


Parameter tsetup thold tstb tready tbusy treply tack tnbusy tnext ttout*1 ttin*2 Minimum 500 nsec 500 nsec 500 nsec 0 500 nsec 0 0 Maximum 500 nsec 10 us 120 nsec 200 nsec

Note * : Logic-H signal is 2.0 V or lower when the printer is off and the signal is 3.0 V or higher when the printer is on. The receiver has impedance which is equivalent to 7.5 k.

Note *1: Rise and fall time of output signals *2 : Rise and fall time of input signals

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BUSY signal is active (high level) under the conditions as shown below: In the process of receiving data When the input buffer is full When the -INIT signal is active (low level) During hardware initialization When the -ERROR or PE signal is active (low level, high level, respectively) In the self test mode In the adjustment mode In the default-setting mode

Revision A
Table 1-9. Connector Pin Assignment (Forward Channel)
Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 31 32 36 18 35 17 16, 33 19-30 15, 34 Signal name -STROBE DATA1 DATA2 DATA3 DATA4 DATA5 DATA6 DATA7 DATA8 -ACKNLG BUSY PE SLCT -AFXT -INIT -ERROR -SLIN Logic H +5 V Chassis GND NC Return IN/ GND Pin Out* 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 28 28 30 30 29 30 In In In In In In In In In Out Out Out Out In In Out In Out Out Function description This signal is strobe pulse. Input data is latched at falling edge of the signal. Parallel input data to the printer bit 0: LSB bit 1 bit 2 bit 3 bit 4 bit 5 bit 6 bit 7: MSB This signal (negative pulse) indicates that the printer has received data and is ready to accept next one. This signals high level means that the printer is not ready to accept data. This signals high level means that the printer is in a state of paper-out error. Always at high level when the printer in powered on. Not used. This signals negative pulse initializes printer. This signals low level means the printer is in a state of error. Not used. This line is pulled up to +5 V through 3.9 k resistor. This line is pulled up to +5 V through 1.0 k resistor. Chassis GND Signal GND Not connected.

-ERROR signal is active (low level) under the conditions as shown below:

In the condition of the printer hardware error (fatal error) In the condition of the paper-out error In the condition of the cover open error In the condition of the paper jam error In the condition of the ribbon out error In the condition of the incomplete changing paper

PE signal is active (high level) under the condition as shown below:


In the condition of paper-out error

Note * : In/Out shows the direction of signal flow from the printer side.

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Table 1-10. Connector Pin Assignment (Reverse Channel)
Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 31 32 36 18 35 17 16, 33 19-30 15, 34 Signal name HostClk DATA1 DATA2 DATA3 DATA4 DATA5 DATA6 DATA7 DATA8 PtrClk PtrBusy / DataBit-3, 7 AckDataReq / DataBit-2, 6 Xflag / DataBit-1, 5 HostBusy -INIT -DataAvail / DataBit-0, 4 1284-Active Logic-H +5 V Chassis GND NC Return IN/ GND Pin Out* 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 28 28 30 30 29 30 In In In In In In In In In Out Out Out Out In In Out In Out Out Printer clock signal Printer busy signal and reverse channel transfer data bit 3 or 7. Acknowledge data request signal and reverse channel transfer data bit 2 or 6. X-flag signal and reverse channel transfer data bit 1 or 5. Host busy signal Not used. Data available signal and reverse channel transfer data bit 0 or 4. 1284 active signal This line is pulled up to +5 V through 3.9 k resistor. This line is pulled up to +5 V through 1.0 k resistor. Chassis GND Signal GND Not connected. Function description Host clock signal Parallel input data to the printer bit 0: LSB bit 1 bit 2 bit 3 bit 4 bit 5 bit 6 bit 7: MSB

1.2.4.2 Parallel Interface (Reverse Channel)


Specifications Transmission mode: Adaptable connector: Synchronization: Handshaking: Signal level: IEEE-1284 nibble mode 57-30360 (Amphenol) or equivalent Refer to the IEEE-1284 specification Refer to the IEEE-1284 specification TTL compatible (IEEE-1284 level 1 device)

Data transmission timing: Refer to the IEEE-1284 specification Extensibility request: The printer responds to the extensibility request in the affirmative, when the request is 00H or 04H which means; Request nibble mode of reverse channel transfer Request device ID in nibble mode of reverse channel transfer The printer sends the following device ID strings when it is requested. When IEEE1284.4 is enabled,
[00H][50H] MFG:EPSON; CMD:ESCP9,PRPII9,BDC,D4; MDL:DFX-9000; CLS:PRINTER; DES:EPSON[SP]DFX-9000;

00H: 04H:

Device ID:

When IEEE1284.4 is disabled,


[00H][4DH] MFG:EPSON; CMD:ESCP9,PRPII9,BDC; MDL:DFX-9000; CLS:PRINTER; DES:EPSON[SP]DFX-9000;

Note * : In/Out refers to the direction of signal flow from the printer side.

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1.2.4.3 Serial Interface


Specifications Synchronization: Signal level: MARK (logical 1): SPACE (logical 0): Word length: Start bit: Data bit: Parity bit: Stop bit: Baud rate: Asynchronous EIA-232D -3 V to -25 V +3 V to +25 V 1 bit 8 bit, 7bit Odd, Even, Non, Ignore 1 bit or more 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 or 19200 BPS
2 20 11 4 3 7 1 Other TXD DTR REV RTS RXD Signal GND Chassis GND NC

Table 1-11. Connector Pin Assignment


Pin No. Signal name In/Out* Out Out Out Out In Transmits data. Indicates that the printer is ready to receive data or not. Connected directly to the DTR signal. Requests to send. Always SPACE level when the printer is powered on. Pulled up to +12 V via 4.7 K ohm resistor. Receives data. Signal GND. Chassis GND. Not used. Not connected. Function description

Handshaking: DTR signal and XON/XOFF DTR = MARK, XOFF: indicates that the printer cannot receive data. DTR = SPACE, XON: indicates that the printer is ready to receive data. NOTE: The DTR signal is MARK and XOFF code (DC3, 13H) is transmitted when the rest of the input buffer becomes 256 bytes. The DTR signal is SPACE and XON code (DC1, 11H) is transmitted when the rest of the input buffer is regained 256 bytes. Error handling: Connector: Parity error is only detected. Overrun error and framing error are ignored. 25 pin subminiature D-shell connector (female)

Note * : In/Out refers to the direction of signal flow from the printers point of view.

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Revision A
The USB responds to a BULK OUT transaction with NAK handshake and other transaction with ACK under the conditions as shown below: In the selectype mode In the cover open error In the paper jam error In the ribbon jam error In the ribbon out error In the paper-out error In the incomplete changing paper The USB responds to a BULK OUT transaction with NAK and BULK IN transaction with NAK under the conditions as shown below: In the condition of being input buffer full During hardware initialization In the self test mode In the adjustment mode The USB responds to a BULK OUT transaction with STALL and BULK IN transaction with STALL under the condition as shown below: In the printer hardware error (fatal error)
Function description This line is for cable power. Maximum power consumption is 100 mA. This line is for data and pulled up to +3.3V via 1.5 K resistor. This line is for ground cable.

1.2.4.4 USB Interface


Specifications Standard: Universal Serial Bus Specifications Revision 1.1 Universal Serial Bus Device Class Definition for Printing Devices Version 1.1 Bit rate: Data encording: Adaptable connector: Recommended cable length: 12 Mbps (Full Speed Device) NRZI USB Series B 2 meters

Connector pin assignment and signals: Table 1-12. Connector Pin Assignment
Pin No. Signal name 1 2 3 4 VCC -Data +Data Ground In/Out -

Bi-directional This line is for data. Bi-directional -

Pin #2

Pin #1

Pin #3

Pin #4

Figure 1-20. USB Interface Connector Pin Assignment

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USB Device Requests for USB Printer as shown below. GET PORT STATUS Reply specification for GET PORT STATUS is shown below: Table 1-13. GET PORT STATUS Specification
Bit 7, 6 5 4 3 2, 1, 0 Field Reserved Paper Empty Select Not Error Reserved Field Reserved 0: Paper Not Empty, 1: Paper Empty 0: Not Select, 1: Select 0: Error, 1: No Error Reserved 01h Start Software Reset

Revision A

1.2.4.5 Optional Interface


Type-B optional interface cards are available, including Type-B I/F Level2 & Level1 card and simplified serial I/F Card. Main commands as shown below are supported. Table 1-14. Reply for Main Command (Reply for Type-B I/F Level2 Device)
Main command number Command name Sending Timing Init signal on the std. Parallel Type B I/F Option command: 01h Panel Reset Cold start

GET DEVICE ID Device ID: The printer sends the following device ID strings when it is requested. When IEEE1284.4 is enabled,
[00H][50H] MFG:EPSON; CMD:ESCP9,PRPII9,BDC,D4; MDL:DFX-9000; CLS:PRINTER; DES:EPSON[SP]DFX-9000;

02h 04h 07h 0Eh 14h 15h 16h 18h

Send Option Type Send Name Data Inquire ASCII Message Inquire Emergency Reply Send Emergency Message Inquire Network Settings Start Shutdown

Deciding the level of Type-B I/F after powered on Type B I/F Option command: 05h Writing to DBIN-register Reply for Back Ground Job command response Receive back Ground Job command Request to send Network Settings OPCMD Request to execute Shutdown to Type-B I/F Card

Inquire Software Emulation Type Changing control language

When IEEE1284.4 is disabled,


[00H][4DH] MFG:EPSON; CMD:ESCP9,PRPII9,BDC; MDL:DFX-9000; CLS:PRINTER; DES:EPSON[SP]DFX-9000;

SOFT RESET This USB Device Request is used when Host initializes printers input buffer.

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Table 1-15. Reply for Optional Command (Reply for Type-B I/F Level2 device)
Option command number 00h 01h 02h 03h 04h 05h 06h 07h 08h 09h 0Ah 0Bh 0Ch 0Dh 0Eh 0Fh 10h 11h 12h 13h 14h 15h 16h 17h 18h-1Fh Command name No-operation Start Hardware Reset Start Software Reset Start Software Reset Start Software Reset Inquire Name Data Send Product Name Send Software Emulation Type Complete Buffered Data Stop Procedure Return Buffered Data Send Entity Type Send Status Quit Procedure Inquire ASCII Message Send ASCII Message (Reserved) Send All Entity Type Inquire Protocol (Reserved) Inquire Emergency Message Send Emergency Reply (Reserved) Send Network Settings (Reserved) Reply-A Accept Reject Accept Reject Accept Accept Accept Accept Reject Reject Accept Accept Reject Reject Accept Unknown Reject Reject Unknown Accept Accept Unknown Accept Unknown Count1 & 2 Count1 & 2 0000h (*1) (*2) (*3) (*4) (*5) 0004 0000h (*7) 0000h (*1) (*2) (*3) (*4) (*5) (*6) (*7) Reply-B Execute OK Execute OK Execute OK Execute OK Execute OK Execute OK Execute OK Execute OK Execute OK Execute OK Execute OK Execute OK Fatal Error Not selected Cover Open Error TBD Paper Jam Error Ribbon Jam Error Fatal Error Port is not Selected Cover Open Error PrinterError PrinterError PrinterError Fatal<SP>Error Status Main State *2 Product-Name *3 Emulation-Type *4 Entity-Type OPCMD *1 Main-Type ESC/P

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Note *1 to *4: Reply for major OPCMD is shown below (Wxxxxxxx is firmware version.)
Reply Message IBM PPDS

MT9p,PW136cl10cpi,PRG(Wxxxxxxx) MT9p,PW136cl10cpi,PRG(Wxxxxxxx) rev,AP500ma rev,AP500ma DFX-9000 ESCP9,PRPII9,BDC EPSONFX DFX-9000 ESCP9,PRPII9,BDC EPSONPRPII9

*5 : Reply for OPCMD 0Ch (Send Status) is shown below. Count1 & 2 and Message are different according to printer status.
Status:<SP>State:<SP>Reason State Reason MNSTS E F C I P P O E E O E J E F 0 1 0 0 0 0 1

Port<SP>is<SP>not 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 <SP>selected Cover<SP>Open 0 0 1 0 0 0 1

Lever Operation Error PrinterError Operation<SP>Error 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 Paper Jam Error Expanded Error PrinterError Paper<SP>Jam 0 0 0 0 1 0 1

PrinterError Expanded<SP>Error 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 PrinterError Expanded<SP>Error 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 PrinterError PrinterError Paper<SP>Out SelecType 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

Ink or Ribbon End Error Expanded Error Paper Out Error Setting Mode Expanded Error Incomplete changing paper Error Test Printing Mode Setting Printing Mode Buffer Full Printing Idle Pause Paper Out Error Setting Mode Expanded Error Expanded Error Test Printing Mode

PrinterError Expanded<SP>Error 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 PrinterError Expanded<SP>Error 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 Testprinting Test<SP>Printing 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

Setting Printing Mode Testprinting Setting<SP>Printing 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 Buffer Full Processing Idle Busy Waiting Idle 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 - - - - - - -

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Printers information
ST:<status code>; [ER:<error code>;] [TP:<self print code>;] [PP:<paper path>;] [CD:<characteristic status codes>;] [IG:<nn1><nn2><nn3>[,... <nnx1><nnx2><nnx3>];] [TEC:<ii1>;] FF The above information is added only when ST command is sent with 02h or 03h. *6 : Reply for OPCMD 0Fh (Sends ASCII Message) ASCII Message TOPB ENDB *7 : Back Ground Job Command Count1 & 2 and Message are different according to BGJC. BGJC number 0x00 0x01 0x03 0x09 Command Get device ID Get all status Get specified EEPROM value Get Network Settings Response Device ID & Normal response Printer Status & Normal response EEPROM value & Normal response Normal response

Revision A

1.2.4.6 Interface Selection


The printer has 4 interfaces; the parallel interface, the USB interface, the Serial interface, and the Type-B optional interface. These interfaces are selected manually by SelecType or selected automatically. Manual selection One of 4 interfaces can be selected by SelecType. Automatic selection The automatic interface selection is enabled by SelecType. In this automatic interface selection mode, the printer is initialized to the idle state scanning which interface receives data when it is powered on. Then the interface that receives data first is selected. When the host stops data transfer and the printer is in stand-by state for the seconds specified by SelecType, the printer is returned to the idle state. As long as the host sends data or the printer interface is in a busy state, the printer keeps the interface selection status as it is. Interface state and interface selection When the parallel interface is not selected, the interface gets into a busy state. When the USB interface is not selected, the interface responds to an OUT transaction with NAK handshake. When the serial interface is not selected, the interface sends XOFF and sets the DTR signal MARK. When the Type-B serial interface card is installed and it is not selected, the interface sends XOFF and sets the DTR signal MARK. When the optional interface is not selected, the printer sets OFFLINE bit of MNSTS register to the optional interface. When the printer is initialized or returned to the idle state, the parallel interface gets into a ready state, the USB interface becomes to respond to an OUT transaction with ACK handshake, the serial interface sends XON and sets the DTR SPACE and the printer resets OFFLINE bit of MNSTS register to the optional interface. Caution that the interrupt signal such as a -INIT signal on the parallel interface and software reset on the USB interface are not effective while that interface is not selected.

Simplified Serial Interface Card A bit rate available by simplified serial I/F card: 19200bps, 9600bps, 4800bps, 2400bps, 1200bps, 600bps, 300bps

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Revision A

1.2.4.7 Prevention Hosts from Data Transfer Timeout


Generally, hosts abandons data transfer to peripherals when a peripheral is in busy state for dozens of seconds continuously. To prevent hosts from this kind of timeout, the printer receives data very slowly, several bytes per minute, even if the printer is in busy state. This slowdown is started when the rest of the input buffer becomes several thousands of bytes. At last, when the input buffer is full, the printer enters in busy state continuously. These prevention basically operates on the parallel I/F and on the USB I/F. IEEE1284.4 on the parallel interface and on the USB interface do not require this function.

1.2.4.8 IEEE1284.4 Protocol


The packet protocol described by IEEE1284.4 is supported on the parallel I/F and the USB I/F. Two function modes of IEEE1284.4 protocol, Off and Auto are available, and one of them is selected according to the value of SelecType. (Refer to 1.3.3 SelecType Function (p.40)). Packet protocol option Off & Auto in SelecType mode are effective in not only parallel I/F but also USB I/F. In the case that data is printed from printer driver of Windows-based PC, select the packet protocol to Auto. The function mode of IEEE1284.4 protocol, Off is not guaranteed only on the USB I/F. Auto: Communication is carried out in the conventional mode until a magic string (1284.4 synchronous commands) is received. By receiving a magic string, communication in IEEE1284.4 packet mode is started. Communication is carried out in the conventional mode.

Off:

NOTE: The packet protocol of IEEE1284.4 allows a device to carry on multiple exchanges or conversations which contain data and/or control information with another device at the same time across a single pointto-point link. However, the protocol is not a device control language. It does provide basic transport-level flow control and multiplexing services. The multiplexed logical channels are independent of each other and blocking of one has no effect on the others. The protocol operates over IEEE1284.

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Revision A

1.3 Operations
This section describes the operations on this printer.

Front LED Rear LED

LCD

Top of Form LED Tear Off LED [Micro Feed

Paper Out LED ] Pause LED

1.3.1 Control panel


The control panel of this printer is equipped with 9 switches, 6 LEDs and 1 LCD (16 characters x 2 line) which are located as shown below.

1.3.1.1 Buttons
The following shows what you can do by pressing buttons in each mode.
[Font] [Front/Rear] [Pitch] [Tear Off] [LF/FF Load] [Pause] ] [Top of Form] [Micro Feed

Figure 1-21. Control Panel


Table 1-16. Summary of Button Functions
Button Pause Micro Feed Micro Feed LF/FF Load Function Normal mode Alternates printing and no-printing status. Executes micro feed forward. Executes micro feed backward. Loads the paper when the paper is empty. Executes line feed, when pressing it shortly. Executes form feed, when holding it down for a few seconds. Set current point to top of form when cover is open. Enables loading position adjustment and tear off position adjustment when cover is open. Draft self test Bi-D adjustment ----At power on SelecType mode ---------

Top of Form (Set) Tear Off (Set) Pitch (Item) Font (Item) Front/Rear Reset (Font & Pitch) Menu (Tear Off & Top of Form) LF/FF Load & Top of Form LF/FF Load & Tear Off Pitch & Font Pause & Micro Feed & LF/FF Load Pitch & Font & Front/Rear

NLQ selftest --Selects pitch. Default setting mode ------Data dump Clears Driving Line count for ribbon change timing. Panel lock out mode Clears EEPROM. Error analyzing mode*1

Changes the setting. Changes the setting. Selects the menu. Selects the menu. ----Enters or exits the SelecType mode. -----------

Advances continuous paper to the Tear-off position. Selects pitch. Selects font and draft quality. Changes the front and rear paper path alternately. Resets the printer. Enters or exits the SelecType mode. -----------

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Revision A

1.3.1.2 Indicators
This printer has the following indicators to indicate its current condition, as shown in the table below: LED Indicators Pause (Orange) Turns on when the printer is paused, and turns off when the printer is not paused. Blinks when the printer is in the head hot status. Paper Out (Red) Turns on when the printer is in the Paper out status, and blinks when the printer is in the Paper jam error, and turns off when the printer is out of this status. Tear Off (Green) Turns on when the paper is in the Tear-off position and turns off when the paper is out of the Tear-off position. Top of Form (Green) Turns on when the top of form position and loading position are adjustable. Front (Green/Red) Green LED turns on when the front paper path is selected with paper. Red LED turns on when the front paper path is selected without paper. Turns off when the rear paper path is selected. Rear (Green/Red) Green LED turns on when the rear paper path is selected with paper. Red LED turns on when the rear paper path is selected without paper. Turns off when the front paper path is selected.
Pause Paper out error Paper jam error Incomplete changing paper Ribbon jam Ink ribbon out Cover open Head hot warning Tear off Top of Form Select the Front paper path Select the Rear paper path Fatal error Printer status

Table 1-17. Indicators of LED


LED Pause On On On On On On On Blink Blink Paper Out Tear Off On Blink Blink On Blink Top of Form On Blink Front On Blink Rear On Blink

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LCD message Table 1-18. LCD Message
Priority 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Fatal error*1 Cover open error Paper jam error Ribbon jam error Ink ribbon out error Paper out error Paper out error (Loading) Incomplete changing paper Print head is overheated. The entry to SelecType and Default setting mode Panel lock out*2 Top of Form (Loading position)*3 Top of Form*3 Printer status LCD message Er ror : XX Tu r n o f f p r i n t e r Er ror : Co v e r o p e n Er ror : P a p e r j am Er ror : R i b b o n j am Er ror : R i bbon ou t Er ror : Pa p e r o u t Er ror : No p a p e r l o a d e d E r r o r : Sw i t c h i n g n o t c o mp l e t e d P r i n t head ho t P l e a s e wa i t S e t t i n g mo d e Priority 20 21 22

Revision A
Table 1-18. LCD Message
Printer status Ordinary printing Program reload mode Stand by LCD message Pr i n t i ng P r o g r am mo d e Re a d y

Note *1: XX is Fatal Error code. (Refer to 3.2.2.1 List of Fatal Error (p.56).) *2 : When the locked button is pushed, the message is displayed on the lower line. *3 : Even if the cover is open, message of Top of form status is displayed.

1.3.1.3 Buzzer
This printer has the buzzer to indicate its current condition with the following indications.
The symbols used in the table below represent the following: Short Beep (Beeper sounds about 100 ms and interval is about 100 ms) - Long Beep (Beeper sounds about 500 ms and interval is about 100 ms)

Tear Off Data is in buffer but printer is paused. Pause Bi-D adjustment Test printing Hex dump mode

Locked Load i ng pos i t i on a d j u s t me n t Top - o f - f o rm a d j u s t me n t Tea r o f f Cu t t h e p a p e r Pa u s e d Da t a i n b u f f e r Pa u s e d B i - D a d j u s t me n t Te s t p r i n t i ng

Table 1-19. Buzzer Status


Printer status Paper out error Cover open error Incomplete changing paper Paper jam Ribbon jam Ink ribbon out Fatal error Beep sounds -----

H e x d ump

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Revision A
Tear Off Advances the paper until its perforation comes to the paper cutting part of the printer cover, and enters the tear off mode. The Tear Off LED is turned on and the tear off position is adjustable with the [Micro feed] buttons in this mode. When the [Tear Off] button is pressed again, this mode is terminated. The adjust position is stored as the tear off position, and the paper is fed back to the position before this mode. Pitch Pressing this button selects one of the following pitches. 10 cpi*, 12 cpi, 15 cpi, 17 cpi, 20 cpi, Proportional (Underlined value in the Setting value column is factory default settings.) Font Pressing this button selects one of the following fonts. High speed draft*, Draft, Roman, Sans Serif (Underlined value in the Setting value column is factory default settings.) Front/Rear Changes the front and rear paper path alternately. Normal paper is set and Pull tractor is not used. The printer feeds the paper to the tear off position, cuts the paper with cutter and feeds backward to paper park position. If cutter is not used, it goes incomplete changing paper error. So cut at the top of paper and push [Pause] button or [Front/ Rear] button, then the printer feeds backward. Reset Pressing the [Font] and [Pitch] buttons at the same time initializes printer. Menu (SelecType) Pressing the [Tear Off] and [Top of Form] buttons at the same time, starts the SelecType mode. (Refer to 1.3.3 SelecType Function (p.40).)

1.3.2 Basic Function


Pause This button switches printer activity between printing and non-printing. When incomplete changing paper is occurred, push this button to go to the next step. Micro Feed Adjusts the paper position including Top of Form and Tear off positions. The [Micro Feed ] button advances the paper forward by 0.118 mm (1/216 inch), and the [Micro Feed ] button advances the paper backwards by 0.118mm (1/216 inch). The TOF (just after loading) adjustment setting range is 4.2 mm to 8.5 mm (Default) to 33.9 mm, and the buzzer sounds in the position of Min., Default, and Max. The Tear off adjustment setting range is -25.4 mm (Min.) to 0.0 mm (Default) to 25.4 mm (Max.), and the buzzer sounds in the position of Min., Default, and Max. LF/FF Load Pressing this button loads continuous paper when the printer is out of paper. Pressing this button once executes line feed. Holding this button down for a few seconds executes form feed. Top of Form Advances the paper so that the characters base line can be adjusted at the mark of ribbon mask holder, and enters the Top of form adjust mode. The Top of Form LED is turned on and the TOF position is adjustable with the [Micro feed] buttons in this mode. When the [Top of Form] button is pressed again, this mode is terminated. The adjust position is stored as TOF, and the paper is fed back to the position before this mode. When TOF adjustment is executed just after loading, the adjusted position will be treated as the loading position. This button is available only when the cover is opened.

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Revision A
When you finish the settings, press the [Menu] (Tear Off and Top of Form) button. 10. The LCD displays Save Setting. If you wish to save the settings, select Yes by pressing the [Set] (Tear Off) button. If you do not want to save the settings, select No by pressing the [Set] (Top of Form) button.
C A U T IO N

1.3.3 SelecType Function


There are some parameters that can be changed by users and will be referred to at the time of initialization of the printer. Setting Method 1. 2. 3. 4.
C H E C K P O IN T

9.

Make sure the paper is loaded. Press the [Menu] (Tear Off and Top of Form) button to enter the SelecType mode. The LCD displays the selected language for this mode. If the language you wish is not selected, press the [Set] (Tear Off) or [Set] (Top of Form) button until the LCD displays the preferred language. Press the [Item] (Pitch) button to set the desired language. The language you select is also used for other settings, modes, and test print outs, such as default-settings mode and printing a Hex Dump.

If you turn off the printer prior to exiting the SelecType mode, any changes you have made are canceled and not saved.

11. The printer exits the SelecType mode.


C A U T IO N

Only the particular ethernet card can make it possible to set the network setting item. Also the item is sometimes not displayed by the condition of the ethernet card. Please confirm the item once again with SelecType mode.

5. 6. 7.

If you select Print Settings, press the [Set] (Top of Form) button to print the current settings. Press the [Item] (Font) or [Item] (Pitch) button to select the menu parameters which you wish to change. Press the [Set] (Tear Off) or [Set] (Top of Form) button to select the values within the selected parameter until you find the desired setting. In Step 6 and 7 above, you can scroll the values by holding down the [Set] (Tear Off), [Set] (Top of Form), [Item] (Font), or [Item] (Pitch) button for a few seconds.

C H E C K P O IN T

8.

After setting the selected parameter to the desired setting, you may either continue to make changes to other parameters by pressing the [Item] or [Item] button, or exit the SelecType mode. The menu selection returns to the first menu after the selection of the last menu parameter is done.

C H E C K P O IN T

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The hierarchy structure of SelecType function

Revision A

Ready

[Menu]

Language English [Item] or [Item] Print settings Execute

[Menu] Software ESC/P [Item] or [Item] 0 slash Off I/F mode Auto I/F wait time 10 seconds Parallel Bi-D On Packet mode Auto Baud rate 19200 BPS Parity None Data length Auto 8-bit Character table PC437 Auto CR (IBM) Off IBM table Table 2

[Menu] Buzzer On [Item] or [Item] Low-noise mode Off

[Menu] SM byte 1 000.000.000.000 [Item] or [Item] SM byte 2 000.000.000.000

[Set] or [Set] Save? Yes No Set Set [Menu]

Pge length rear 11 inches

Auto cut mode Off

SM byte 3 000.000.000.000

Pge length front 11 inches

Auto cut/back Off

SM byte 4 000.000.000.000

Skip perforation Off

Overlapping forms Off

GW byte 1 000.000.000.000

Line spacing 1/6 inches

Forms w/labels Off Skip binding Off

GW byte 2 000.000.000.000 GW byte 3 000.000.000.000

Left margin 0 columns

Right margin 136 columns

Get IP address Panel

GW byte 4 000.000.000.000

Platen gap

IP byte 1 000.000.000.000

Auto tear off Off

IP byte 2 000.000.000.000

Auto line feed Off

IP byte 3 000.000.000.000 IP byte 4 000.000.000.000

Print direction Bi-D

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Setting Items Setting values available for default setting and factory settings are as shown in the table below. Underlined values in the Setting value column are factory default settings. Table 1-20. Setting Values Available in SelecType
Setting Items Language Print settings Pge length rear Execute 3 inches, 3.5 inches, 4 inches, 5.5 inches, 6 inches, 7 inches, 8 inches, 8.5 inches, 11 inches, 70/6 inches, 12 inches, 14 inches, 17 inches, XX.X inches*1 3 inches, 3.5 inches, 4 inches, 5.5 inches, 6 inches, 7 inches, 8 inches, 8.5 inches, 11 inches, 70/6 inches, 12 inches, 14 inches, 17 inches, XX.X inches*1 Off, On 1/6 inches, 1/8 inches, XXX/432 inches*1 0 to 80 columns 1 to 136 columns Auto, 0 to 14 Off, On Off, On Bi-D, Uni-D ESC/P, IBM PPDS, Others*1 Off, On Auto, Parallel, Serial, USB, Optional 10 seconds, 30 seconds Off, On Auto, Off 19200 BPS, 9600 BPS, 4800 BPS, 2400 BPS, 1200 BPS, 600 BPS, 300 BPS None, Odd, Even, Igore 8-bit, 7-bit Auto CR (IBM)*2 IBM table*2 Buzzer Low-noise mode Auto cut mode Auto cut/back Overlapping forms Forms w/labels Skip binding Get IP address*3 1*4 2*4 3*4 4*4 1*3 2*3 IP byte IP byte IP byte IP byte Setting Values English, Franais, Deutsch, Italiano, Espaol, Portugus Character table

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Table 1-20. Setting Values Available in SelecType
Setting Items Setting Values STD version PC437, PC850, PC860, PC863, PC865, PC861, BRASCII, Abicomp, Roman8, ISO Latin 1, PC858, ISO 8859-15, Italic U.S.A., Italic France, Italic Germany, Italic U.K., Italic Denmark, Italic Sweden 1, Italic Italy, Italic Spain 1 NLSP version PC437, PC850, PC860, PC863, PC865, PC861, BRASCII, Abicomp, Roman8, ISO Latin 1, PC858, ISO 8859-15, PC437 Greek, PC853, PC855, PC852, PC857, PC866, PC869, MAZOWIA, Code MJK, ISO 8859-7, ISO Latin 1T, Burgaria, PC774, Estonia, ISO 8859-2, PC866 LAT., PC866 UKR, PC APTEC, PC708, PC720, PCAR864, PC771, PC437 Slovenia, PC MC, PC1250, PC1251, Italic U.S.A., Italic France, Italic Germany, Italic U.K., Italic Denmark, Italic Sweden 1, Italic Italy, Italic Spain 1 Off, On Table 2, Table 1 Off, On Off, On Off, On Off, On Off, On Off, On Off, On Panel, Auto, PING 000.000.000.000 to 255.255.255.255 000.000.000.000 to 255.255.255.255 000.000.000.000 to 255.255.255.255 000.000.000.000 to 255.255.255.255 000.000.000.000 to 255.255.255.255 000.000.000.000 to 255.255.255.255 Continued on next page

Pge length front Skip perforation Line spacing Left margin Right margin Platen gap Auto tear off Auto line feed Print direction Software 0 slash I/F mode I/F wait time Parallel Bi-D Packet mode Baud rate Parity Data length

SM byte SM byte

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Table 1-20. Setting Values Available in SelecType
Setting Items SM byte SM byte GW byte GW byte GW byte GW byte 3*3 4*3 1*3 2*3 3*3 4*3 Setting Values 000.000.000.000 to 255.255.255.255 000.000.000.000 to 255.255.255.255 000.000.000.000 to 255.255.255.255 000.000.000.000 to 255.255.255.255 000.000.000.000 to 255.255.255.255 000.000.000.000 to 255.255.255.255

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Note *1: When setting value is not chosen, it shows Others. *2 : This setting is available only in IBM PPDS emulation mode. *3 : When the network card is effective, a display and a setup can use these items. *4 : When the network card is effective and the setting value of Get IP address is not Auto, a display and a setup can use these items.

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1.3.4 Special Operations


The following shows how to start up and operate the special functions.

Bi-D Adjustment
Setting method 1. 2. 3. Close the cover and turn the printer on while pressing the [Pause] button. The printer prints the guidance to adjust Bi-D alignment in this mode and first alignment pattern. Select most closely aligned number by pressing [Item] (Font) or [Item] (Pitch) buttons. LCD shows the pattern number which is selected at that time. The selection is advanced one by one as the button is pressed, and the combination of LCD is also changed according to the selection. Fix the selected pattern number by pressing the [Set] (Top of Form) button. Selected pattern number is fixed and next alignment pattern is printed. Repeat step 3 to 4 until finishing Bi-D adjustment for NLQ mode. Following adjustments are executed. Bi-D adjustment for high speed draft mode Bi-D adjustment for draft mode Bi-D adjustment for NLQ mode Turn the printer off. The setting is stored into non-volatile memory.

1.3.4.1 User Function


Self Test
Prints the self test pattern. To cancel it, make the printer pause and turn off the power. Setting method Draft self test Turn on the printer while holding down the [LF/FF Load] button. NLQ self test Turn on the printer while holding down the [Top of Form] button. NOTE: To stop the printer during self test printing, press [Pause] button.

4. 5.

6.

Data Dump
Starts the data dump mode in which all the input data are printed as hexadecimal numbers and corresponding characters. Setting method Turn on the printer while holding down both the [Top of Form] and [LF/FF Load] buttons. NOTE: The hex dump feature is designed for a connection with DOS-based PC. In the case that data is printed from printer driver of Windows-based PC, disable the bi-directional support setting of the printer driver. NOTE: Data Damp mode is canceled by turning off the printer.

*** Bidirectional Alignment Sheet *** To align the print head, follow these steps: 1. Look at the alignment sheet shown below and select the aligned pattern number or the pattern closest to being aligned. Press the Item or the Item button until the selected pattern number appears on the LCD panel. 2. Press the Set button to register your selection. The next alignment sheet will be printed. 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for two additional alignment sheets. There are three alignment sheets in total. 4. When you have registered your selection for the last sheet, turn the printer off. High speed draft No. 1 No. 2 No. 3 No. 4 No. 5

No.13

No.25

Figure 1-22. Bi-D Adjustment Print

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1.3.4.2 Service Function


Clear EEPROM
Resets the printer to the standard factory setting which is not always proper setting for each market demand. NOTE: This function is for emergency. Setting method When you turn the power on while holding down the [Pause], [Micro Feed [LF/FF Lord] buttons, the EEPROM is initialized. NOTE: After clearing the contents, the factory default parameters are set. ], and

Panel Lock Out Mode


You can restrict the use of buttons on the control panel by using the panel lock out mode. In the basic setting, you can only use the Pause, Load, and Tear Off functions, when panel lock out mode is on. Setting method 1. 2. Make sure the printer is turned off. Turn on the printer while holding down both the [Font] and [Pitch] buttons. The printer beeps twice, indicating that the panel lock out mode has been turned on. To turn off the panel lock out mode, repeat steps 1 and 2. The printer beeps once, indicating that the panel lock out mode has been turned off.

Clear EEPROM for Driving Line Count for Ribbon Change Timing
Resets the driving line count for ribbon change timing. Setting method When you turn the power on while holding down the [Tear Off] and [LF/FF Lord] buttons, the total print line counter for ribbon cartridge replacement is reset. NOTE: Total print line counter is used to manage the ribbon cartridge replacement. At the time of NEW ribbon cartridge installation, clear this counter. By referring this counter value, you can check how many current ribbon cartridges have been used.

Setting items Setting values available for default setting and factory settings are as shown in the table below. Underlined value in the Setting value column are factory default settings.
Item Pause Micro Feed Load LF FF Top of Form Tear Off Font Pitch Front/Rear Menu Reset Unlock, Lock Unlock, Lock Unlock, Lock Unlock, Lock Unlock, Lock Unlock, Lock Unlock, Lock Unlock, Lock Unlock, Lock Unlock, Lock Unlock, Lock Unlock, Lock Setting Values

Note1: If "Unlock" is selected, the switch function is effective without being related to the setting of the panel lock out mode. 2: If "Lock" is selected, the switch function is ineffective, even when tha panel lock mode is "On".

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Setting items Setting values available for default setting and factory settings are as shown in the table below. Underlined value in the Setting value column are factory default settings. Table 1-21. Setting Values Available in Default Setting Mode
Item Select settings Label base pos. Label top pos. Label length Label left pos. Label width Base sheet PG Label paper PG Setting Values *2 Forms w/labels, Panel lock out*1, Setting printing*2 Paper left edge, First dot 0/216 inches to 4752/216 inches 0/216 inches to 4752/216 inches 0/120 inches to 1440/120 inches 0/120 inches to 1440/120 inches 0 to 14 0 to 14

Default Setting Mode


You can change some parameters that the printer refers to at printer initialization. Setting method 1. 2. Make sure the paper is loaded and turn the printer off. Turn on the printer while holding down the [Font] button to enter the defaultsetting mode. The message Setting mode appears on the LCD panel. The instructions and current settings are printed out in the language that you set in the SelecType mode. If you want to change the language, change the language setting in the SelecType mode. See 1.3.3 SelecType Function (p.40) for details. Select one of the three main menus by pressing the [Set] (Tear Off) or [Set] (Top of Form) button. If you select Print Settings, press the [Item] (Pitch) button to print the current settings. If you select Form w/labels or Panal lock out, press the [Item] (Font) or [Item] (Pitch) button to select the setting items which you want to change and go to the next step. Press the [Set] (Tear Off) or [Set] (Top of Form) button to select the values within the selected parameter until you find the desired setting. In Step 3 to 5 above, you can scroll the values by holding down the [Set] (Tear Off), [Set] (Top of Form), [Item] (Font), or [Item] (Pitch) button for a few seconds.

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Note *1: Refer to Panel Lock Out Mode (p.45) for details. *2 : This setting is the function that prints the current settings.

5.

Error Analyzing Mode (Acquire EEPROM Information)


Beeps once and starts the IEEE1284.4 Protocol mode. The host system can communicate with a printer in error state. Setting method Turning the power on while holding down the [Front] and [Pitch] buttons allows the printer to enter Error Analyzing Mode. NOTE: The printer forcibly enters IEEE 1284.4 packet mode even if the fatal error has occurred, and communication with the PC becomes available. This mode is used with the Service Utility for the DFX-9000, to get various information from the printer under error condition.

C H E C K P O IN T

6.

7.
C H E C K P O IN T

After setting the selected parameter to the desired setting, you may either continue to make changes to other parameters by pressing the [Item] button or the [Item] button, or exit the default-setting mode. When you finish the settings, turn the printer off. The menu selection returns to the first menu after the selection of the last menu parameter is done.

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1.4 Dimensions and Weight


Physical specifications Dimensions: Weight: Appearance: 700 mm (W) x 378 mm (D) x 363 mm (H) 34 kg See the figure below.

Figure 1-23. Physical Specifications

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2.1 Overview
The main components for removal and repair are: ROM board: Power unit: OP board: Printer mechanism: Control board Power supply board Operation panel board Print Head Carrier mechanism Ribbon mechanism Paper feed mechanism APTC mechanism
ROM Board Power Unit OP Board

Printer Mechanism
Print Head Carrier Mechanism Ribbon Mechanism Paper Feed Mechanism APTC Mechanism Others

Figure 2-1. Main Components

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2.2 Printer Mechanism


This chapter describes the operating principles of the printer mechanism of the DSX-9000, and includes the following sections: 2.2.1 Printhead (p.46) 2.2.2 Carrier Drive Mechanism (p.48) 2.2.3 Ribbon Drive Mechanism (p.50) 2.2.4 Paper Feed Mechanism (p.51) 2.2.4.1 Tractor Mechanism (p.51) 2.2.4.5 Paper Path Switching Mechanism (p.55) 2.2.4.6 Paper Eject Mechanism (p.57) 2.2.5 Automatic Paper Thickness Control Mechanism (p.59) 2.2.6 Other Mechanisms (p.61) 2.2.6.1 Top Cover Open/Close Detection Mechanism (p.61) 2.2.6.2 Cooling Fans (p.62)

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2.2.1 Printhead
The printhead contains 36 coils that drive armatures to which the print wires are attached. When not firing, the armatures are pushed back to the stopper by coil springs. When the coil is energized, the armatures, attracted by the magnetic field, move the print wires in the direction of the red arrow below in Figure 2-2. The print wires, guided by the wire guides through the front of the printhead, strike the ribbon and then the print media behind the ribbon. When the coil current is switched off, the armatures are pushed back to the stopper again by the coil springs and enter the print-waiting state.
Armatures Stoppers Wires Coils

2.2.1.1 The Pin-out of the Printhead The printhead is comprised of four 9-pin heads. The thirty six print wires are arranged in a diamond-shape as shown in the figure below, which also shows the pin-out matrix of the four printheads. Four heads (1 to 4) 9 pins, arranged in two sub-heads, Front and Rear. Each sub-head comprise two pin-groups as follows. Sub-head [Front] comprise the pin-groups, #1, #2 Sub-head [Rear] comprise the pin-groups, #3, #4
Each pin-group consisting 9-pins [Pin-group] #1 #4

Pin-9

Pin-1

Wire Guides

Pin-9

Pin-1

Print Side

#2

#3

Guides

Coil Springs

Figure 2-2. The Print Head Structure

Front

Rear [Sub-Head]

Figure 2-3. Pin-out of the Printhead

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2.2.1.2 Pin Assignment for Printing The printhead drive circuit is equipped with a print data register with a data capacity of 9 pins 69 columns. The print data register controls pin assignment based on the data in the register so that the pin use is evenly distributed. For example, Pin 1of each of the four printheads is used the same number of times to print one line. The image below illustrates the print data assignment to print the characters T H E.
No.1 No.2 No.3 No.4 No.5 No.6 No.7 No.8 No.9 1 2 3 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 4 1 3 3 3 2 3 3 3 4 4 4 3 4 4 4 1 2 3 4 4 1 2 1 2 3 4

Table 2-1. The ON/OFF Condition of the Thermal Sensor


Printing operation Temperature Thermistor resistance

Carriage paused at each pass Normal printing resumes Printing stops Normal printing resumes if it had stopped

114 C Less than 114 C 116 C Less than 114 C

0.727 k 0.728 k 0.695 k > 0.727 k

The following processes are performed when the thermal sensors detect an abnormally high temperature level. 1. If the printhead temperature reaches114 C, the printer will pause for 0.5 second each time the Carrier reaches the right and left end. 2. When the temperature is 116 C, printing stops. 3. When the temperature level drops below 114 C, normal printing resumes.

Figure 2-4. Print Data and Pin Assignment Example. 2.2.1.3 Printhead Protection Control There are two types of controls to protect the printhead and they work as follows. Undervoltage Protection The nominal operating voltage of the printhead is 42 V. When the voltage drops below 39.76 V, printing momentarily stops and then resumes at half the normal print speed. Thermal Protection When temperatures detected by the two thermal sensors (installed on front and rear of the printhead) are substantially different from each other, printing is paused or stopped.

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2.2.2 Carrier Drive Mechanism


The Carrier unit is attached to the Space (SP) belt, which has a driven pulley on one end and an idle pulley on the other. Drive force is transmitted from the Space (SP) motor to the SP belt, and the Carrier unit moves horizontally guided by both the Carriage shaft and Guide stay. The Shield plate on the left side of the Guide Stay is used to detect a horizontal reference position for the Carrier unit. When printing, the position of the Carrier unit is determined by the Carrier Encoder Scale and the Carrier Encoder Sensor on the Carrier unit, with reference to the print start position and the motor speed. The resolution of the CES scale is 1/120 inch.
Guide Stay Shield plate

CES Scale

Carrier Shaft

Carrier Unit

SP Belt

SP Motor

Figure 2-5. The Drive Section of the Carrier Unit

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2.2.2.1 Carrier Mechanism Error Detection There are two error detection methods for the Carrier drive mechanism: SP motor out-of-step error The stop positions are calibrated during the Carrier unit positioning initialization in order to prevent stop-position variations caused by mechanical load or SP motor variations. The Left Edge Sensor (LES) sensor corrects the deceleration-start position after measuring the gap between the actual and predetermined stop positions. If the gap is bigger than the allowable correction value, the SP motor is determined to be out of step, resulting in a fatal error. (fatal error: LES error). The error occurs under the following conditions: When the LES sensor cannot detect the Shield plate though it is in position to do so. When the LES sensor detects the Shield plate when the sensor is not in position to do so. The out-of-step detection is not carried out each carriage pass. It is performed whenever the Carrier unit passes through the LES sensor while printing or during other normal carriage operations. CR motor driver error The CR motor driver error (fatal error: CR driver error) occurs under the following conditions: When a damaged SP motor, or defective SP motor driver, causes an abnormal electric current. When a single phase of the SP motor is live with electricity for an abnormal period of time. The +42 V power supply hardware is shut off when this error is detected.

2.2.2.2 SP Motor Thermal Protection Control The SP motor is equipped with a built-in thermistor that monitors the temperature of the motor. To prevent the SP motor from burning out, if the SP motor temperature rises above a preset threshold, printing operations are modified to include a one-second pause at the end of each print pass. This is repeated for five passes, and the temperature is evaluated again. Normal printing resumes once the temperature drops within normal operating range. The carrier unit stops for a second at both ends of a print line and repeats the operation for five lines. The printing operation will be back to normal if the temperature of the SP motor falls below the threshold value after the operation above.

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2.2.3 Ribbon Drive Mechanism


The drive force from the Ribbon Feed (RF) motor is transmitted via the Bevel Gear, Gear, and the RF Gear. The RF Gear is directly linked to the RF Shaft, which rotates the ribbon. The RF Shaft rotates in one direction only, regardless of which direction (right or left) the Carrier unit moves. Ribbon Jam Detection The Ribbon Feed Shaft (RFS) sensor detects the rotation of the RF shaft directly engaged to the driven roller inside the ribbon cartridge. If a ribbon stops feeding, the RFS sensor detects that the RF shaft has stopped. Printing stops, and a Ribbon Jam error message is displayed on the control panel LCD. Ribbon Installation Detection The Ribbon Mount Sensor (RMS) switch is pressed down when a ribbon cartridge is installed. If the switch is not pressed down at power-on, the printer indicates an error (Ribbon out) and will not continue the initialization operation.
RFS Shaft RFS Sensor RF Gear RMS Switch Bevel Gear Gear RF Shaft RF Motor

Figure 2-6. Ribbon Drive Mechanism

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2.2.4 Paper Feed Mechanism


2.2.4.1 Tractor Mechanism The Line Feed (LF) motor drive system is a unipolar, constant current drive. The LF motor rotates the Drive (DV) roller and Pin belt tractor. The LF motor drive is transmitted to the Front or Rear tractors and the Front and Rear DV rollers as shown in the flow chart below.
LF Motor DV Gear R1 DV Roller R Tension Pulley Nip Gear F DV Roller F DV Gear F LF Belt Tension Pulley TR Gear 2 RTR Intermediate Gear Shift Gear

Pulley Gear Left Side Frame

TR Gear 1 Pulley Gear

Shift Gear

DV Gear F

DV Gear R1

TR Gear 3

LF Motor

TR Gear 1

TR Gear 2

Nip Gear F

DV Gear R2 Nip Gear R3

Front Tractor

RTR Intermediate Gear RTR Intermediate Gear TR Gear 3

DV Roller F

Nip Gear R3

Nip Gear R4 Nip Gear R4 DV Roller R

DV Gear R2

Rear Tractor

Right Side Frame

Figure 2-7. Tractor Mechanism

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TRACTOR FEED MECHANISM ERROR DETECTION

1st Nip Roller

Card Guide Paper Eject Unit

An error in the tractor feed mechanism will be detected by the PF driver (Fatal error: PF driver error) under the following conditions: When a damaged LF motor, or defective LF motor driver, causes an abnormal electric current. When a single phase of the LF motor is live with electricity for longer than a certain period of time. The +42 V power supply is shut off on hardware side when this error is detected. There is no circuit to detect LF motor rotations, so there is no out-of-step error detection for the The LF motor.
CONTINUOUS BUSSINESS FORM FEEDING

Platen

Carrier unit DV Roller F Front Tractor LF Motor

Continuous form feed 1st Nip Roller Card Guide Paper Eject Unit

Continuous forms are fed by a pair of Pin belt tractors attached to the left and right ends of the Tractor shaft (square shaft). A continuous form fed by the Pin belt tractors moves along the paper guide section where it is picked up by the DV roller F and 1st Nip Roller. Continuing upward, it is fed across the Platen and directed by the Card guide on the Carrier unit. After the form has passed the Card guide, it is transported and ejected by the Paper eject unit. The Pin belt tractors, DV roller F and Paper eject unit are all driven by the LF motor.
Carrier unit

Platen DV Roller F

Rear Tractor Continuous form feed LF Motor

Figure 2-8. Continuous Form Feed


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2.2.4.2 Paper detection Paper is detected by sensor levers located on the tractors, and reflective sensors on the Card guide and Paper eject unit. The transmissive sensors on the tractors are shielded or unshielded by the movement of the sensor-lever. If paper is not loaded, the sensor lever shields the sensor to indicate that paper is not set on the tractor.
TOP OF FORM SENSOR
Front Tractor

Sensor Lever

The reflective Top of Form sensor (TOFS) attached to the Card guide detects the presence of paper by receiving light reflected from paper. The sensor also detects line feed position, i.e. the amount of line feed after paper detection.
TOP OF PAPER EJECT SENSOR

Transmissive Sensor Sensor Lever Rear Tractor

The reflective Top of Paper Eject sensor (TPES) inside the Paper eject unit detects the presence of paper in the same way as the TOFS. The sensor also detects the top and bottom edges of paper when it is loaded.
Transmissive Sensor

Figure 2-9. Paper Detection 1

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2.2.4.3 Paper Jam Detection Mechanism Paper travel is detected by the magnet roller and the Hall IC (PJS) located on the 1st Nip Roller. When the Paper Jame Sensor (PJS) detects an abnormal rotation of the magnet roller, line feed and printing stop. Error: Paper jam is displayed on the control panel LCD.
Reflective Sensor (TOFS) Card Guide Carrier Unit Paper Jam Sensor (PJS) Reflective Sensor (TOFS) 1st Nip roller Carrier Unit Reflective Sensor (TPES) Card Guide Reflective Sensor (TOFS) 1st Nip roller Carrier Unit Platen Continuous Form Feed on the Front Side DV Roller F Front Tractor Front Tractor Paper Eject Unit Reflective Sensor (TPES) Card Guide Carrier Unit

Reflective Sensor (TOFS) Reflective Sensor (TPES)

Paper Jam Sensor (PJS)

Reflective Sensor (TPES) Card Guide Paper Eject Unit

Platen

DV Roller F Rear Tractor Continuous Form Feed on the Rear Side

Rear Tractor Continuous Form Feed on the Rear Side

Figure 2-10. Paper Detection 2

Continuous Form Feed on the Front Side

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2.2.4.4 Auto Paper Feed Once set onto the tractors, paper can be loaded into the mechanism using the control panel. Pressing the [LL/LF Load] button moves the carriage to the center. The LF motor drives the paper feed section to feed the paper. The paper is directed by the Card guide on the Carrier unit, and stops at a prescribed position in reference to the reflective TOFS Sensor on the Card guide.
Reflective Sensor (TOFS) Card Guide

2.2.4.5 Paper Path Switching Mechanism Switching between front-feed and rear-feed is made automatically using the Host-computer Control Paper Path (HCPP) motor drive. The drive force is transmitted to the HCPP motor gears and HCPP slide cams, and moves the Shift gear. The Shift gear slides to switch the paper paths, which is recognized by the Paper Path Shift sensor (PPSS) installed on the left side frame. The HCPP motor drive system is unipolar and constant current.
HCPP Slide Cam

1st Nip Roller

Carrier Unit

Platen

ctor Tra ont Fr

rT Rea

or ract
PPSS Sensor

DV Roller F

HCPP Motor HCPP Motor Gear

Shift Gear HCPP Gear

Left Side Frame

Figure 2-11. Auto Paper Feed

Figure 2-12. Paper Path Switching Mechanism

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PAPER PATH SWITCHING MECHANISM ERROR DETECTION

Paper path switching mechanism errors are detected by the HCPP motor driver. The error (Fatal error: HPCC driver error) is detected when a single phase of the HCPP motor is live with electricity for longer than a certain period of time. The +42 V power supply is shut off on hardware side when this error is detected. The HCPP motor step-out cannot be detected as the mechanism does not include a circuit to detect rotations of the motor.

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2.2.4.6 Paper Eject Mechanism The DV roller R and the Nip roller in the Paper eject unit operate to prevent line feeding errors. The drive force of the Open/Close (OC) motor moves the OC slide cams on the left and right frames, and the two cams move the Drive (DV) Roller R and the Nip roller to contact (closed) or not contact (open) each other. The closed or open status is detected by OC sensor 1 and OC sensor 2 on the left side frame. The OC motor drive system is a unipolar, constant current drive.
OC Slide Cam OC Motor DV Roller R

OC Slide Cam OC Motor

OC Sensor 1 OC Sensor 2

OC Sensor 1 OC Sensor 2

DV Roller R

Left Side Frame

Figure 2-13. Paper Eject Mechanism


Left Side Frame

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PAPER EJECT OPERATION MODE


Condition Roller 1 DV Roller R Status

PAPER EJECT MECHANISM ERROR DETECTION

Closed

Open

From paper loading until the top edge of the paper has advanced 41 mm (from head center) Normal and Reverse line feeding When the Carrier moves to the ribbon replacement position (see Note 2) When a ribbon jam occurs When paper is fed backward or when a paper jams occurs

An error in the paper eject mechanism can be detected by the Open/ Close (OC) motor driver. The error (Fatal error: OC driver error) is detected when a single phase of the OC motor is live with electricity for longer than a prescribed period of time. The +42 V power supply hardware is shut off when this error is detected. An OC motor out-of-step error cannot be detected because the mechanism does not include a circuit to detect motor rotations.

Closed

Closed

Open

Open

NOTES: 1. If the paper eject mechanism is driven to change its position to condition 2 from 1 or 3 when the Carrier unit is moved to the ribbon replacement position, the rollers will return to the prior condition (1 or 3) the next time the Carrier unit moves. 2. The Carrier unit moves to the ribbon replacement position under the following conditions: When the power is turned on When the printer is in PAUSE After the printer is reset Three seconds after entering an idle state After the eject operation is complete

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2.2.5 Automatic Paper Thickness Control Mechanism


The Automatic Paper Thickness control (APTC) mechanism includes the APTC unit, Carrier shaft, and the Guide stay. The Carrier transports the Printhead, and travels horizontally along the Carrier Shaft and Guide Stay. Both ends of the Carrier shaft are eccentric, and they are attached by bearings to the side frame. As the Carrier unit slides along the Guide stay, a parallelism adjustment and a printhead gap adjustment are performed. The automatic paper thickness adjustment is made as follows: 1. The SS gear on the left side of the Carrier shaft, engaged with the gear on the APTC unit, rotates the Carrier shaft to move the Carrier unit (Printhead) away from the contact position with paper. 2. The APTC Home Position (HP) sensor detects that the Carrier unit reaches the furthest position by checking the phase of the SS gear. 3. The Carrier unit is then moved back toward the paper by the APTC motor until the APTC sensor detects a change in the APTC motor load according to the paper thickness. 4. The Carrier unit -to-paper gap is set by stopping and locking the APTC motor when the unit reaches a set distance away from the paper as detected by the APTC sensor. The APTC motor drive system is a unipolar, constant current drive. Figure 2-14. APTC Mechanism
SS Gear Carrier Shaft Carrier Unit

Guide Stay

APTC Sensor APTC Unit APTC Motor APTC HP Sensor

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2.2.5.1 Head Gap Detection Principle


The Printhead moves to the paper thickness detection position.

2.2.5.2 Error Detection The detectable error in the APTC mechanism is the APTC motor out-ofstep error. The APTC motor error (Fatal error: APTC error) is detected when the home position cannot be detected by the APTC HP sensor during a home position seek. The APTC motor driver error is not detectable because the mechanism does not include malfunction detection circuitry for the motor driver.

Is the TOF detected? (sensor is ON) Yes

No

Move paper backward

Is the APTC Home Position detected? (sensor is ON) Yes The APTC motor rotates in a CCW direction. Pulse widths and count values for the APTC sensor and APTC HP sensor are measured. The count value at the position where the pulse widths of the two sensors varied from the reference value becomes the "platen reference". The APTC motor rotates in a CW direction until the APTC Home Position is detected.

No

The APTC motor rotates in a CW direction.

The APTC motor rotates in a CCW direction, and pulse widths and count values for APTC sensor and APTC HP sensor are measured. The count value at the position where the pulse widths of the two sensors varied from the reference value becomes the "media reference". The value of the "media reference" subtracted from the "platen reference" becomes the "media thickness". The APTC motor rotates CW to a printhead gap width defined as "media thickness" + a specified number of steps.

The paper is fed into the mechanism.

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2.2.6 Other Mechanisms


2.2.6.1 Top Cover Open/Close Detection Mechanism When the top cover is opened, two switches open causing the SP motor and printing to stop. The Cover Open Switch assembly (CO SW ASY) and the Interlock Switch assembly (INLK SW ASY) are installed on the right side frame. When the top cover is closed, the two switches are closed and printing resumes.
C H E C K P O IN T

Top Cover

Actuator INLK SW ASY

CO SW ASY

The Interlock and Cover Open switches can be bypassed as explained in the table below if the unit is needs to be operated with the top cover or upper housing removed.

W A R N IN G

Exercise extreme care when working on the unit with these safety switches bypassed. The SP motor is enabled, and the Carrier unit moves at very fast speed. If the Carrier unit strikes you at high speed, it could result in serious injury.

Table 2-2. Bypassing the Cover Open and Interlock switches


Switch Bypass procedure

Interlock (INLK) Cover Open (CO)

Short pins 1 and 4 of connector CNINLK on the ROM Board. Short pins 1 and 2 of connector CNCOS on the Sensor Board.
SP Motor Left Side Frame

Figure 2-15. Top Cover Open/Close Detection Mechanism

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2.2.6.2 Cooling Fans The four fans, 1 on the left side frame and 3 on the right side frame, prevent the inside temperature of the printer from rising too high. Each of the Fan motors has a rotation detection sensor and outputs a pulse signal. If the fan is not rotating, the output signal stops cycling and the signal stays High or Low. When the controller detects this condition, it shuts off the +42 V supply, and all Fan motors stop.
FAN3 Motor Left Side Frame FAN2 Motor FAN4 Motor

Right Side Frame

FAN1 Motor

Figure 2-16. Cooling Fan

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2.3 Circuit Operation


Table 2-3. Boards
Board Function
CNUSB

The printer includes the following circuits.

USB Interface

CNSPM

CNSPHS

ROM Board

SP Motor

CNLF

Serial Interface

CNRS232C

ROM Board

Main control circuit 3.3 V voltage generation/ retention circuit Motor drive circuit Head drive circuit Interface circuit

Parallel Interface

CN1284

CNINLK

INLK SW ASY

LF Motor

OP Board Power Unit

CNFHD1

LCD display LED display Operator switches +42 V, +37 V, and +5 V supply

Type-B Interface

CNTYPEB

Carrier Unit Print Head (36 pins) Temperature detection thermister mounted Carrier PCB

Host computer Parallel / serial / USB (Type-B)

CNLOGPW

Sensor Board Unit (Each motor/ FAN/ sensor)

OP Board
LCD / LED display Operator switches

Figure 2-18. Internal Connection Diagram

Figure 2-17. Basic Configuration


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CNSEN2

Main control circuit 3.3 V voltage generation/ retention circuit Motor drive circuits Head drive circuit Interface circuit

+42 V /SG3 +37 V /SG2 +5 V /SG1

CNSEN1

CNHD3

ROM Board

Power Unit

CNOP

OP Board

CNRHD2

CNRHD1

AC In

Power Unit (100/240 V)

CNFHD2

The following diagrams shows the basic circuit board configuration and internal connections

CNPW

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Table 2-4. Major IC Elements


Power Unit
Parallel Interface Serial Interface USB Interface Type-B Interface 3.3 V Protect Circuit (LCD/LED/SW)

OP Board

Location

Name

Function (summary)

ROM Board
Reset Circuit

LSI1 IC1 IC3

ASIC coupled with CPU SiX55513 (SoC ASIC) Memory control I/O Control (External I/F port) MBM29LV160 MSM51V18165F 74VHC161284MTD MAX3243 MB87L5090 SI-3033C SDH02 SLA7025 A3953SLB STA485A STA485A STA485A
LB11820M

Flash memory (16MB) D-RAM (16MB) IEEE-1284 Bi-directional communication control IC Serial port driver IC ASIC (printer mechanism controller) 3.3 V on-board regulator Head driver LF motor driver RF motor driver OC motor driver HCPP motor driver ATPC motor driver SP motor driver

Controller

SoC ASIC

IC9
FRAM (4K)

+42 V +37 V +5 V

D-RAM (16MB) Flash Memory (4MB)

IC11 LSI2 REG1 TA1 to TA9 HIC1 HIC2, HIC3 TA10 TA11 TA12 IC18

3.3 V Regulator +3.3 V XPST42V

Mechanical Controller

ASIC

Motor Driver

Motor Safety Circuit

Head Safety Circuit

Head Driver

Each Sensor

Each Motor

Print Head

Printer Mechanism

Figure 2-19. Circuit Block Diagram

Operating Principles

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2.3.1.1 Logic Control Circuit
SoC ASIC

Table 2-5. SoC ASIC - Functional Modules (continued)


Module Description

USB PIFU TYPEBIFU

USB I/F (1.1/Full speed device compliant) Control unit. IEEE 1284 Parallel I/F Control unit. Type-B I/F port control unit. 8-bit timer pre-scaler. (used for generating a reference clock for the serial communication speed control (Baud-rate).) 8-bit timer for CH.0. (for generating a reference clock (Baud-rate).) Same as above (for CH.1).

The SoC ASIC is a one-chip custom gate array, consisting of a 32-bit RISC CPU, associated standard peripheral control circuits, and custom circuits specific to the control and operation of a dot-matrix printer. The peripheral control circuits on the ASIC include a Bus control unit, a DMA contoller, an Interrupt controller, a Timer, a Serial I/F, an A/D convertor, and 8KB of RAM. The table below shows the dot-matrix-printer-specific circuit modules on the ASIC.. Table 2-5. SoC ASIC - Functional Modules
Module Description

TIMER_PRES SCH0TIMER SCH1TIMER

SIDM_PERI_GAU GAU RDU CLKU SDRAM_CNTL

Gate-array decode unit. This module generates ChipEnable signal to select each functional module of the ASIC. Same as above (for Area 7, 8). Data-bus control module (to CPU core) System clock control unit. This module controls the clock used by each module of the ASIC. External SDRAM control unit. (R/W, Auto-refresh, Initilize) Bit Manipulation unit. This module processes the print data and modifies it for specific printing modes (enlarge, Italicize, Super/SubScript conversion, etc.) I/O Control Unit. The Input Buffer Control unit controls the input buffer pointer address (R/W) and the buffer size.

BMU IOU IBCU

Figure 2-20. SoC ASIC - Internal Block Diagram


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MEMORY CIRCUIT CONTROL

OPERATOR PANEL (OP) BOARD CONTROL

As shown in the figure below, the memory circuit consists of three memory devices: Flash memory, D-RAM, and F-RAM. Brief descriptions for each memory device are given below. Flash memory 16Mbits of Flash memory are used to store the control program (firmware) and character generator data. D-RAM 16Mbit of DRAM are used as the work area for data processing and print image data generation. F-RAM 4K-bit F-RAM is used to store mechanical adjustment parameters and operational history information (error log, print operation log, etc.) The CPU communicates with this chip through a two-line serial interface (Data signal, Clock signal).
XWRL

The LCD, LED and operation buttons are mounted on the Operator Panel (OP) board. They are controlled by a dedicated LSI device. The OP Panel Control LSI and ASIC communicate with the ROM Board by serial data transmission.
OP Board
LCD display section LED display section Switch operation section

Buzzer

OP Panel Control LSI

ROM Board
SoC ASIC (LSI1) Flash Memory (IC1)
XRD

ASIC

XCE10EX

Figure 2-22. OP Board Control Block Diagram


D-RAM (IC3)
D[15-0] A[21-1] XUCAS,XLCAS

XCE8(XRAS1)

XCE7

ASIC (LSI2)
FRAMDO/FRAMCLK

FRAM (ICxx)

Figure 2-21. Memory Control Circuit Block Diagram

Operating Principles

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2.3.1.2 Mechanical Control Circuit The following shows the internal block diagram of the ASIC.
A[1-9] XCE7 XRD XWRL D[0:15] M_FTPE M_RTPE M_PPSS M_OCS1 M_OCS2 M_PJS M_APTC M_RFS M_RMS M_PTRM M_LES M_PCHPS M_PCRPS POW_OFF COPEN N.C. (GND) M_TIM[1:4] LFSHTAL LFLNGAL1 LFLNGAL2 OPCLAL HCPPAL APTCAL RBSHTAL PCAL N.C. (GND) N.C. (GND) N.C. (GND)

MOTOR DRIVE CONTROL CIRCUIT

Address decode section

12C BUS control section

ERAMCLK FRAMDO

OP panel control section

O_DOT O_SHIFT O_LOAD BZCLK OP_SDIN

This printer has six circuits for driving the six motors (SP motor, LF motor, RF motor, HCPP motor, APTC motor, and OC motor), and a control system for the optional Perforation cutter unit. The ASIC controls the motors. Motor timing signals are generated by the timer output from the SoC ASIC. The following shows a block diagram of the motor control section.
ASIC
M_CWCCW,M_STSP,M_BRAKE PWMIN (20KHz)

General-purpose input control section

General-purpose output control section X42VPST X37VPST control section

XSLON[1:2] OUT[1:4]

XPST42V XPST37V

SP Motor Driver Circuit

SP Motor

MOTOR control section

LFM[A:D] LFMI[0:1] OCM[A:D] HCPPM[A:D] APTCM[A:D] RBME[A:B] RBMP[A:B] RBMI[0:1] PCMP,PCME

LFM[A:D] LFMI[0:1]

LF Motor Driver Circuit

LF Motor

RBMP[A:B],RBME[A:B] RBMI[0:1]

MOTOR alarm control section


PD[01:36]

RF Motor Driver Circuit

RF Motor

HEAD DRIVE control section


FB[01:36]

OCM[A:D]

OC Motor Driver Circuit

OC Motor

HDALM[1-15]

HEAD alarm control section 8-bit A/D control section CR ENC control section APTC ENC control section CLOCK control section
PHASE_P

42VOLT

Interrupt signal control section

CR_IRQ HD_IRQ APTC_IRQ

HCM[A:D]

HCPP Motor Driver Circuit

HCPP Motor

H_CES[1:2]

APM[A:D]

M_APTC[1:2]

APTC Motor Driver Circuit

APTC Motor

CLK24M

CR_BK CR_STSP CR_CWCCW

CR MOTOR control section

CRM_BRAKE CRM_STSP CRM_CWCCW

ENABLE_N

Perforation Cutter Unit

FANALM[1:4]

FAN alarm control section

Figure 2-24. Motor Control Block Diagram

Figure 2-23. ASIC Block Diagram

Operating Principles

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EPSON DFX-9000 2.3.1.2.1 SP MOTOR DRIVE CIRCUIT

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The SP motor is a DC brushless motor. A dedicated brushless motor control IC is used to control the speed and position. The position of the SP motor is controlled using encoder pulse counts, and the speed is controlled using PID and closed-loop control. The following shows a detailed block diagram and timing chart of the SP motor drive circuit.
Power Unit
+42V

PWMIN is a pulse input signal (M_TIM1), and its output is controlled based on the Duty levels. When L is input, the pulse output turns ON. When H is input, the pulse output turns OFF. UH, UV, UW are PMW output signals that are controlled based on the Duty levels. UH, UV, UW are normally controlled in a saturated state. RF is an output current detection terminal. The output current is determined according to the detected resistance (Iout=0.5/Rf). PMW frequency is determined according to the capacity of an external capacitor (It is set to approximately 20kHz.). The frequency can be determined by calculation using Fpwm=1/(45000*C).

INLK SW ASY

Fuse (125 V, 8 A)

ASIC

CR_C[1:3] M_CWCCW M_STSP M_BRAKE PWMIN

SP Motor Driver

UL UH

MOSFET (U phase)

VL VH

MOSFET (V phase)

SP MOTOR

IN1
WL WH

MOSFET (W phase)

IN2 IN3

M_TIM1

UH
(RF)

Current detection section

VH WH UL VL WL indicates PWM output.

Figure 2-25. SP Motor Drive Circuit Block Diagram


EXPLANATIONS OF SP MOTOR CONTROL SIGNAL

CR_C[1:3] is a hall input signal. When the motor is in an IN+ > INstate, the signal is H and the reverse state is L. M_CWCCW is a normal/ reverse rotation input signal that determines the moving direction of the Carrier unit. M_STSP is a start/ stop control signal. When the signal is L, the motor starts driving. When the signal is H, the motor stops driving. M_BRAKE is a brake input signal. When the signal is L, the motor is braked. When the signal is R, the motor rotates normally.
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Figure 2-26. Timing Chart

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The LF motor is a HB stepping motor. A dedicated unipolar drive control device for 2-phase stepping motor controls the position using paper sensor pulse counts. The speed is controlled using excited-cycle and open-loop control. The following shows a detail block diagram of the LF motor.
Power Unit
+42V

comparing circuit and the phase data signal to turn the internal FET OFF, keeping the output current constant. The reference voltage generation section contains a voltage divider with 4 resistances, and controls output current values for acceleration, deceleration, constant speed, and stop.

Safety Check detection section

ASIC

LFMA LFMC LFMB LFMD

LF Motor Driver
LF MOTOR

LFMI0 LFMI1

Reference voltage generation section

M_TIM2

Current detection section

Figure 2-27. LF Motor Drive Circuit Block Diagram The input of an excited cycle output (M_TIM2) from the SoC ASIC to the ASIC provides automatic phase-switching control. The phase data signal LFM [A:D] is output from the motor control section of the ASIC, and the internal FET of the LF motor driver turns ON when the output is High-Z, causing current to be applied to the motor. The motor current passes through the resistance detection section. At the same time, the voltage applied to the detection section is compared with the voltage generated in the reference voltage section of the LF motor driver internal circuit. If the applied voltage exceeds the reference voltage, a logic operation AND is performed between the LF motor driver internal
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The RF motor is a permanent magnet (PM) type stepping motor. A dedicated unipolar drive control device for 2-phase stepping motor controls the position using paper sensor pulse counts. The speed is controlled using excited-cycle and open-loop control. The following shows a detail block diagram of the RF motor.
Power Unit
+42V

Safety Check detection section

ASIC

RBMPA RBMEA RBMI0 RBMI1 RBMPB RBMEB

RF Motor Driver
Reference voltage generation section

Current detection section

RF MOTOR

RF Motor Driver
Current detection section

M_TIM3

Figure 2-28. RF Motor Drive Circuit Block Diagram The input of an excited cycle output (M_TIM3) from the SoC ASIC to the ASIC provides automatic phase-switching control. A PHASE and ENABLE signal are output from the MOTOR control section of the ASIC. The PHASE signal switches, and the current load direction is determined, when the ENABLE input is L and the BRAKE input is H. A built-in pre-set OFF-time PMW current control circuit ensures the load current is limited to its set value. The limit value is set by the resistance value of the current detection circuitry and the voltage output from the reference voltage generation section. The reference voltage generation section contains a voltage divider with 4 resistances, and controls output current values for acceleration, deceleration, constant speed, and stop.

Operating Principles

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The HCPP motor, APTC motor, and OC motor are PM stepping motors. The position control of these motors is achieved using paper sensor pulse counts, and speed is controlled using excited cycle and open-loop controls. A general-purpose transistor array provides the control logic. The three motors are constant-voltage motors and their drive circuits have identical configuration. The following figure shows a block diagram of HCPP motor as an example.
Power Unit
+42V

current value for a single phase is depends on the motor winding resistance specification. The HCPP motor driver is a NPN type Darlington transistor with a built-in avalanche diode.

Safety Check detection section

ASIC HCPP Motor Driver


HCPP MOTOR

HCMA HCMB HCMC HCMD

M_TIM4

Figure 2-29. HCPP Motor Drive Circuit Block Diagram The input of an excited-cycle output (M_TIM4) from the SoC ASIC to the ASIC provides automatic phase-switching control. The phase data signal HCM [A:D] is output from the MOTOR control section of the ASIC, and an internal transistor on the HCPP motor driver turns ON when the output is High-Z, causing current to be applied to the motor. Since the drive circuit is a constant-voltage drive circuit, only the switching timing is controlled by the ASIC. For the same reason, the

Operating Principles

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EPSON DFX-9000 2.3.1.2.5 PERFORATION CUTTER DRIVE CIRCUIT 2.3.1.2.6 MOTOR MALFUNCTION DETECTION

Revision A

The Perforation cutter motor is controlled by the output of the PHASE signal and ENABLE signal from the control ASIC. The following figure shows a detail block diagram of the Perforation cutter drive circuit.
Power Unit
+37V

Overcurrent detection SP motor, Perforation cutter motor When the set current value is exceeded, the power line is shut off by the fuse. LF motor, RF motor When an abnormal current that exceeds the prescribed level is detected, the status is sent to the ASIC. If the ASIC internal circuit detects that the status has continued for a certain period of time, the 42 V / 37 V line for the ROM board is cut off by turning the X42VPST signal to L. The firmware recognizes this state by performing a Read operation on the ASIC internal register. Abnormal current detection

Fuse (125 V, 8 A)

Safety Check detection section Perforation Cutter Unit

ASIC
PHASE_P ENABLE_N

M_TIM4

Figure 2-30. Perforation Cutter Drive Circuit Block Diagram


CUT/ON (ENABLE) CUT DIR (PHASE) Motor MTR A MTR B

Remark

H L L

L H

L H

H L

Sleep Mode Normal rotation Reverse rotation

When current that exceeds the prescribed level is detected for the LF motor, HCPP motor, or APTC motor, the status is sent to the ASIC. If the ASIC internal circuit detects that the status has continued for a certain period of time, the 42 V / 37 V for the ROM board is cut off by turning the X42VPST signal to L. The firmware recognizes this state by performing Read operation on the ASIC internal register.

Operating Principles

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2.3.1.3 Printhead Control Circuit The following shows a block diagram of the printhead control circuit.
ROM Board SoC ASIC Power Unit

PRINTHEAD CONTROL CIRCUIT

Printhead
HDIRQ D0-15 A1-9 +42V

The printhead control circuitry includes the print data extraction section, main excitation / flyback time selection section, print trigger generation section, and the print timing control section. The timing control of the printhead pins are based on 1) the print data and its density sent from the SoC ASIC, and 2) the 42 V voltage and CR encoder pulse input that are sent to the ASIC.
DIN00-15 Print Data Extraction Section PD01-09 Print Data PD11-19 Print Data PD21-29 Print Data Print Timing Control Section

ASIC Printhead Control Section

PD01-09 PD11-19 PD21-29 PD31-39

FB_01-36

Flyback absorption circuit


FR1

PD31-39 Print Data 8BIT Main Excitation Time for Front Head

PD01

FR2 PD02

Safety Check Detection Section

42 V Voltage

Main Excitation/ Flyback Time Selection Section

8BIT Main Excitation Time for Rear Head 8BIT FB Time for Front Head 8BIT FB Time for Rear Head PRN_DIR

FB01-09 FB11-19 FB21-29 FB31-39

FR9 PD36

CR Linear Encoder_A CR Linear Encoder_B

Print Trigger Generation Section

Print Trigger DPISEL11-0

Safety Check Control Section


GND

HD_IRQ

Figure 2-32. Printhead Control Block Diagram

Figure 2-31. Printhead Control Block Diagram

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Main excitation / flyback time selection circuitry This section utilizes an 8-bit Analog/Digital converter to monitor the head drive voltage (42 V), the 16-byte front main excitation time table, front flyback time table, and rear flyback time table. The values in the tables are changed by the firmware on a line-by-line basis according to the temperature of the printhead. A best control time is selected and output to the print timing control section according to the print job. Print trigger generation The trigger pulses are generated based on the liner encoder pulse input for SP motor control and the density value predetermined by the firmware. The following shows the print trigger generation timing.
CLK(24M) TRIGEN Phase A Phase B 480dpi 240dpi 120dpi 96dpi 80dpi 60dpi 48dpi

Print timing control After the required offset time is set on a print trigger basis, the main and flyback pulses are generated based on the input from the main excitation/ flyback time selection circuit and print trigger generation circuit. The head control timing is shown below.
Print Trigger Offset Timer Parallel Timer Parellel Enable Mask Signal MFTIM_11 MAINF_11

FLYBK_11

Current Signal

Figure 2-34. Head Control Timing Figure 2-33. Print Trigger Generation Timing

Since the CR encoder resolution is 1/120 inch, some print densities do not match the resolution of the CR encoder input. In those cases, the print timing is calculated based on the last CR encoder cycle. The print density supports 480, 360, 240, 180, 144, 2880/21, 120, 96, 90, 80, 72, and 60 dpi.

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The offset time is the sum of the following four offset values. (Offset time = Speed offset + FR offset + constant offset + flight time offset) Speed offset Offset value to correct for CR speed differences Front/Rear (FR) offset Offset value to correct the flight time difference between the front head and rear head. Constant offset Offset value to correct the difference between the pin pitch and print density. Flight time offset Offset value to correct for the individual flight time for each pin. The parallel timer is applied in order to reduce the conducting time to even out the impact of one pin while the pin is used repeatedly in a job. If an operation of the pin is detected in the last print cycle, the parallel enable and the mask signal are activated to reduce the main excitation time. Then the ASIC outputs a main excitation control signal (MAINF_xx) and flyback signal (FLYBK_xx) to activate the transistor to control the printhead.
HEAD ABNORMAL CURRENT DETECTION CIRCUIT

When an abnormal current exceeding the prescribed level is detected, the status is sent to the ASIC. If the ASIC internal circuit detects that the status has continued for a certain period of time, the 42 V/37 V line for the ROM board is cut off by turning the X42VPST signal off. The firmware recognizes this state by performing a Read operation on the ASIC internal register.

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2.3.2 Power Supply Circuit


The power supply circuit consists of the following sections. Input noise filter Inrush control / rectifier smoothing circuit PFC smoothing +5 V RCC converter +42 V FCC converter +37 V step-down chopper
.

The PFC, +5 V, +42 V, and +37 V circuit sections are described below. PFC smoothing This section is a power-factor improvement circuit that controls high-frequency current. +5V converter section This section consists of a ringing choke converter and has the following functions. Overcurrent control If the +5 V load somehow become shorted, the +5 V output is drooped automatically to prevent the power supply from being damaged. Overvoltage control If an overvoltage occurs on the +5 V output due to a malfunction of the converter, the status is detected in the overvoltage detection section and the +5 V output is shut off. +5 V ON/OFF switch section This section executes the sequence that cuts off the 5 V first during power-down (at AC OFF) by detecting a signal from the AC presence/absence detection circuit. +42V converter section This section consists of a forward choke converter (FCC) that uses a switching control IC and has the following functions. +42 V/ +37 V ON/OFF control The +42/+37 V circuit ON/OFF is controlled using the *42VST signal. The +42/+37 V is ON when *42VST = L, and shuts off when *42VST = H. Overcurrent control If the +42 V load somehow becomes shorted, the +42 V output is drooped to prevent the power supply from being damaged.

AC presence/absence detection circuit Inrush control/ rectifier smoothing circuit 5 V output ON/OFF switch section +42V/+37V ON/OFF control Inrush control/ rectifier smoothing circuit PFC smooth section FCC converter Rectifier smooth section

AC input connector

Input noise filter section

RCC converter

Rectifier smooth section

+5V

*42VST

+42V

+37 V +37V step-down chopper section

Figure 2-35. Power Supply Circuit Block Diagram

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Overvoltage control If an overvoltage occurs on the +42 V output due to a malfunction of the converter, the status is detected in the overvoltage detection section, and the +42 V output is shut off. +37 V step-down chopper section This section consists of a step-down chopper circuit based on the +42 V output and has the following functions. Overcurrent control If the +37 V load somehow becomes shorted, the +37 V output is drooped automatically to prevent the power supply from being damaged. Overvoltage control If an overvoltage occurs on the +37 V output due to a malfunction of the converter, the status is detected in the overvoltage detection section, and the +37 V output is shut off.

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2.3.2.1 3.3V Voltage Retaining Circuit This printer has a circuit that retains 3.3 V for a certain period of time after the power is off. When the 5 V output has decreased and falls below the prescribed level after the power has been switched off, this circuit switches the voltage to a charged electric double layer condenser. At the same time, the circuit extends the 3.3 V output time by switching the input voltage for the regulator section where 3.3 V has been generated, providing a minimum of 50 ms time to allow data writing for FRAM and the XOFF response of the serial interface. The following shows a block diagram of the voltage retaining circuit.
3.3 V Reset signal generation section XRESET POW_OFF SoC ASIC

The voltage switching timing is shown below.


+5V

POW_OFF

(BKUP)

+3.3V

XRESET

Power supply board

5V

POFF signal generation section Mechanical controller LSI Electric double layer condenser 5 V voltage switch section

Figure 2-37. Voltage Switching Timing

3.3 V generation section

3.3 V

Figure 2-36. 3.3v Retaining Circuit Block Diagram

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CHAPTER

TROUBLESHOOTING

EPSON DFX-9000

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3.1 Overview
The printer may exhibit different symptoms for the same problem, which makes troubleshooting more difficult. This section, however, provides simple and effective ways to facilitate troubleshooting. In addition, the User's Manual for EPSON DFX-9000 describes detailed steps to be taken for recovery from typical errors.
W A R N IN G

3.1.1 Procedure for Troubleshooting


Perform troubleshooting work according to the flowchart shown below.
C A U T IO N

Before starting disassembly and assembly work, read and understand thoroughly the contents of 3.1.2 Preliminary Checks (p.54).

Before you disassemble the printer, disconnect the power cable and data interface cable. Allow sufficient time for the motors to cool before touching them. Some of them get hot enough to burn you.

Trouble Occurs

3.1.2 Preliminary Checks (p.54)

C A U T IO N

Use only specified tools to avoid impairing the quality of the printer. When troubleshooting motors, always check the driver circuit as well, and vice-versa. A malfunction in one of these components can cause the other to fail - and will cause the replacement part to fail as well. Always check both the motor and driver. Use only specified lubricants and adhesives. Carry out the adjustment by following the specified procedure. Wear a grounded wrist strap to discharge static electricity from your body.

(p.55)

3.3.1 Troubleshooting Based on Error Codes (p.58)

3.3.2 Troubleshooting Based on Symptoms (p.64)

Confirm the trouble has been cleared

Adjustment (p.93) and Maintenance (p.98)

Figure 3-1. Troubleshooting Process Flowchart

Troubleshooting

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3.1.2 Preliminary Checks


Before starting troubleshooting, be sure to verify that the following conditions are all met: 1. Verify that the wall socket supplies clean AC current that matches the voltage rating on the printer. Measure the voltage at the wall socket. 2. The POWER CORD must be free from physical damage, short circuit, wire breaks, or miswiring. 3. The printer must be grounded properly. 4. The printer should not be located where it is exposed to temperature or humidity extremes, or abrupt temperature change. See Chapter 1 for operating environment specifications. 5. The printer should not be located near water, humidifiers, heaters, or flames. Keep the printer free from exposure to dust and the direct output from an air conditioner. 6. The printer should not be located in a place where volatile or inflammable gases are produced. 7. The printer should not be located in a place where it can be exposed to direct rays of the sun. 8. The printer must be located in a well-ventilated place. 9. The printer must be placed on a strong, steady, and level (less than 5 inclination) surface. 10. The paper used must conform to the specifications listed in Chapter 1. 11. There must be no error in handling of the printer. 12. The Periodic Maintenance Parts must be replaced on schedule. See page xxx.

13. If you cannot print data from the host computer, initiate the printers self test and check for problems with the output. Check the Default Settings printed on the Self Test for any incorrect settings. (Refer to Operations at Power-on on page -31.) and (Refer to Default Setting on page -45.) 14. Check the printer inside and out for dirt, obstructions or physical damage. 15. Make certain that all cable connectors are connected properly. 16. Confirm that all gears are engaged properly and are not exhibiting excess wear or other signs of friction or misalignment. 17. Make certain that the rollers inside the printer are free from contamination and scratches. 18. Reset the EEPROM to the factory default settings, if necessary. (Refer to EEPROM Clear Function on page -35.)

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3.2 Error / Warning Messages


Table 3-1. List of General Error
Beeper sounds LCD Message (see below) LED Pause Paper Tear Out Off Top of Form Front Rear Status Remedy

Print head hot Please wait

Blink -

Head hot warning. The temperature of the head thermistor is above the allowed limit. The printer fails to completely change the paper path. Paper out error - loading. Continuous paper is not fed to the standby position. Paper out error - No paper is loaded on the selected tractor.

Wait for the temperature of the head thermistor to be below the prescribed level. Tear off the paper at the top and press the Pause or Front/Rear button. Tear off the page at the perforation; then press the LF/FF Load button. The printer feeds the paper to the standby position. Load paper on the selected tractor, or select a different tractor by pressing the Front/Rear button. Remove your paper and reload it correctly.

Error: Switching not completed Error: No paper loaded Error: Paper out

On

On

On

On

On

Error: Ribbon out Error: Ribbon jam Error: Paper jam

On On On

Ink ribbon out error: The ribbon is not installed.

Install or reinstall the ribbon cartridge, and press the Pause button.

Ribbon jam error: The ribbon has Remove and re-install, or replace, the jammed. ribbon cartridge. Paper jam error: Paper is jammed Clear the paper jam. in the printer.

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Table 3-1. List of General Error


Beeper sounds LCD Message (see below) LED Pause Paper Tear Out Off Top of Form Front Rear Status Remedy

Error: Cover open Fatal Error: xx

On

Cover open error: The printer top Close the top cover. cover is open.

Turn off printer

Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Fatal error: The printer will not Refer to 3.3.1 Troubleshooting recover from the error, even after Based on Error Codes (p.58). turning the power back on.

Note *: The description and - in the above shows how the beeper sounds. : Beeper sounds approx. 100 ms and interval is approx. 100 ms -: Beeper sounds approx. 500 ms and interval is approx. 100 ms

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3.2.1 Fatal Error


3.2.1.1 List of Fatal Errors
Table 3-2. List of Fatal Error
Fatal Error Code Description Reference Fatal Error Code Description

Table 3-2. List of Fatal Error


Reference

12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 30 31

Ribbon Jam Error HCPP Driver Error HCPP Error OC Driver Error OC Error PC Driver Error PC Error No CR Thermo Error CG Error EEPROM Compare Error

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00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 0A 0B 0C 0D 0E 0F 10 11

Error is not recorded LES Error CR Driver Error CR Horizontal Position. Error PF Driver Error CR Error High Volt Error Low Volt Error Over Load Error FAN1 Driver Error FAN2 Driver Error FAN3 Driver Error FAN4 Driver Error No Head Error Head Driver Error APTC Error APTC Driver Error Ribbon Feed Driver Error

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3.2.1.2 Log Information Check at Fatal Error Occurrence


T.B.D.

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This section describes the troubleshooting based on the error codes that are displayed when a fatal error occurs.
FATAL ERROR CODE 00: ERROR IS NOT RECORDED

FATAL ERROR CODE 02: CR DRIVER ERROR

The SP motor or driver circuit (IC18) is malfunctioning. The Mechanism Control ASIC has detected an abnormal current flow to the SP motor. A single phase of the SP motor was energized for longer than the allowed period of time. Either the SP motor, driver, or both have malfunctioned. Check both the SP motor and driver, and replace the SP Motor assembly (p.xxx) and/or ROM Board (p.xxx) as necessary.
FATAL ERROR CODE 03: CR HORIZONTAL POSITION ERROR

T.B.D.
FATAL ERROR CODE 01: LES ERROR

The left end (LE) position is not detected. During the power on initialization carriage positioning operation, the LE Sensor signal is not detected. During normal carriage operation, the left end position is not detected even though the carriage has reached a position where LE sensor signal should be detected. Check, and if necessary replace, the following in the order below. 1. Check for a damaged or incorrectly-connected Carrier Cable Unit (FFC cable). Reconnect or replace the as necessary. (p.xxx) 2. Check the LE sensor and its connector, and the Carrier PCB. If either are malfunctioning, replace the Carrier Unit. (p.xxx) 3. Check and replace the ROM BOARD

The SP motor brake signal did not switch on within 3 seconds after turning the printer on. Check, and if necessary replace, the following in the order below. 1. Disconnected SP motor-related connector (ROM BOARD: CNSPHS, CNSPM) (p.xxx) 2. Check the Interlock switch, and if necessary replace the INLK SW ASY. (p.xxx) 3. Check both the SP motor and driver. (Always check both.) Check for a broken fuse on the SP motor 42 V line. Replace the SP Motor assembly and/or ROM Board as necessary.

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FATAL ERROR CODE 04: PF DRIVER ERROR

FATAL ERROR CODE 06: HIGH VOLT ERROR

The Mechanism Control ASIC detected either: Abnormal current to the LF motor A single phase of the LF motor was energized longer than the allowed period of time. Either the driver, motor, or both have malfunctioned. Check both the LF motor and the driver on the ROM Board (HIC1: SLA7025). Replace the LF Motor (p.xxx), ROM Board (p.xxx), or both as necessary.
FATAL ERROR CODE 05: CR ERROR

The motor (42 V) or head drive (37 V) voltage rose above the allowable level. This error indicates a power output problem, or a voltage detection circuit failure. Check and replace the following in the order below, checking functionality at each step. 1. Power Unit. (p.xxx) 2. ROM Board. (p.xxx)
FATAL ERROR CODE 07: LOW VOLT ERROR

This error occurs if, during the deceleration step count operation, the number of deceleration steps before the carriage stops exceeds the value specified in ROM. Check and replace the following in the order below. Check functionality at each step. 1. Check the CES SCALE for damage, contamination, abnormal marks and improper installation. Reinstall or replace if necessary. (p.xxx) 2. Replace the Carrier Unit (the CE sensor is located on the Carrier Unit). (p.xxx) 3. Replace the ROM Board. (p.xxx)

The motor (42 V) or head drive (37 V) voltage fell below the allowable level. This error indicates a power output problem, or a voltage detection circuit failure. Check and replace the following in the order below, checking functionality at each step. 1. Power Unit. (p.xxx) 2. ROM Board. (p.xxx)

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FATAL ERROR CODE 08: OVER LOAD ERROR

5. Replace the Sensor Board. (p.xxx) 6. Replace the ROM Board. (p.xxx)
FATAL ERROR CODE 0D: NO HEAD ERROR

If a voltage overload is detected, the printer automatically enters lowspeed printing mode. If the voltage does not then return to normal, this fatal error occurs, and the 42 V and 37 V lines are shut down. This error indicates a power output problem, or a voltage detection circuit failure. Check and replace the following in the order below, checking functionality at each step. 1. Power Unit. (p.xxx) 2. ROM Board. (p.xxx)
FATAL ERROR CODE 09: FAN1 DRIVER ERROR 0A: FAN2 DRIVER ERROR 0B: FAN3 DRIVER ERROR 0C: FAN4 DRIVER ERROR

A check of the Print Head thermistor circuit during power-on initialization determined that the Print Head is not installed. The Print Head is not installed. The Print Head built-in thermistor element has failed. The Carrier Cable is disconnected or damaged. The Print Head temperature detection circuit has failed. Check the following in the order below, testing functionality at each step. 1. Check that the PRINT HEAD is installed correctly. (p.xxx) 2. Check the Carrier Cable connections. If the Carrier Cable is damaged, replace the Carrier Cable Unit. (p.xxx) 3. Check the following connectors on the ROM BOARD (p.xxx): CNFHD1 CNFHD2 CNRHD1 CNRHD2 4. Replace the ROM BOARD (p.xxx)

The ROM Board is sending drive current to the Fan, but the fan rotation sensor is not detecting rotation. There is a malfunction in the Fan, Fan cable connector, sensor connector, or Fan driver circuit. Check the following in the order below, testing functionality at each step. Test the Fan driver circuitry on the ROM Board before installing a replacement fan. 1. Check the appropriate CNFANx (1 ~ 4) connector on the Sensor Board. (p.xxx) 2. Check connector CNSEN2 (42 V drive voltage supply connector) on the ROM Board. (p.xxx) 3. Check connector CNSEN1 (FAN alarm signal input) on the ROM Board. (p.xxx) 4. Check and replace the FAN. (p.xxx)

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FATAL ERROR CODE 0E: HEAD DRIVER ERROR

FATAL ERROR CODE 11: RIBBON FEED DRIVER ERROR

A single pin of the print head has been energized for an excessive period of time. This error is caused by a damaged Print Head drive element (TA1 to TA9: SDH02), or a short in the Carrier Cable. 1. Check and replace the Carrier Cable Unit (p.xxx), and retest the printer. 2. If the error still occurs, replace the ROM BOARD. (p.xxx)
FATAL ERROR CODE 0F: APTC ERROR

The Mechanism Control ASIC has detected a malfunction of the Ribbon Feed (RF) motor, RF motor driver element (HIC2: HIC3), or both. A single phase of the Ribbon Feed (RF) motor was energized for longer than the allowed period of time. Check both of the following, and replace all malfunctioning parts. 1. RF Motor. (p.xxx) 2. ROM Board. (p.xxx)
FATAL ERROR CODE 12: RIBBON JAM ERROR

This error occurs when the Home Position (HP) of the Automatic Paper Thickness Control (APTC) mechanism is not detected. This error is caused by a malfunction of either the APTC HP sensor circuit, the APTC motor, or the driver circuit on the ROM Board. Check the following in the order below, testing functionality at each step. If the APTC motor has malfunctioned, be sure to check the motor driver circuit on the ROM Board before replacing the motor. 1. Check connectors CNSEN1 and CNSEN2 on the ROM BOARD. (p.xxx) 2. Check and replace the APTC HP Sensor. (p.xxx) 3. Check both the APTC motor (p.xxx) and ROM Board (p.xxx), and replace either or both as necessary.
C A U T IO N

This error is indicated when the Hall-effect pulse signal of the ribbon jam sensor is not detected during Ribbon motor rotation. This error is caused by a malfunction of the RF sensor circuit, RF motor or RF motor driver circuit. Check the following in the order below, testing for functionality at each step after step 3. Be sure to check both the motor driver on the ROM Board and the RF motor before replacing either. It may be necessary to replace both. 1. Check the RF Unit connectors CNRMS and CNRFS on the Sensor Board. (p.xxx) 2. Check the RF Motor connector on the Sensor Board. (p.xxx) 3. On the ROM Board, check connector CNSEN1 (includes the RJM signal input) and CNSEN2 (includes the drive signal output). (p.xxx) 4. Check and replace the RF Motor 5. Check and replace the RF Unit 6. Check and replace the ROM Board.

This printer does not have a malfunction detection for the APTC.

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FATAL ERROR CODE 13: HCPP DRIVER ERROR

FATAL ERROR CODE 15: OC DRIVER ERROR

This error occurs when the Mechanism Control ASIC detects that a single phase of the HCPP motor was energized for longer than the allowed period of time. This indicates a malfunction of either the HCPP motor, or ROM Board driver circuitry, or both. Check and replace both of the following, and replace all malfunctioning parts. Do not replace the motor until the driver circuitry has been tested. 1. HCPP motor. (p.xxx) 2. ROM Board. (p.xxx)
FATAL ERROR CODE 14: HCPP ERROR

This error occurs when the Mechanism Control ASIC detects that a single phase of the OC Motor was energized for longer than the allowed period of time. This indicates a malfunction of either the HCPP motor, or ROM Board driver circuitry (TA10: STA485A), or both. 1. Check OC motor connector CNO/C on the Sensor Board. (p.xxx) 2. Check both the OC motor (p.xxx) and the OC motor driver circuitry on the ROM Board (p.xxx).
FATAL ERROR CODE 16: OC ERROR

This error is indicated when the HCPP Sensor detects that the paper paths do not switch during a paper path switching operation. Check the following in the order below, testing functionality at each step. If either the HCPP motor or driver circuit on the ROM Board have failed, always check both before installing the replacement part. 1. Check connectors CNSEN1 (PPSS signal input) and CNSEN2 (drive signal output) on the ROM Board. (p.xxx) 2. Check the HCPP sensor connector CNPPSS on the Sensor Board. (p.xxx) 3. Check the HCPP Sensor. (p.xxx) 4. Check the HCPP motor (p.xxx) and the HCPP driver circuit on the ROM board (p.xxx). Replace the HCPP motor and/or ROM Board.

This error is indicated when the Mechanism Control ASIC determines that the Roller unit failed to open or close. This error is caused by a sensor failure (OC Sensor 1 or OC Sensor 2), an OC motor failure, or an OC motor driver circuit failure. Check the following in the order below, testing functionality at each step. Check both the OC motor and OC motor driver circuit before replacing either, since a failure in one can cause a failure in the other. 1. Check connectors CNOCS1, CNOCS2, and CNO/C on the Sensor Board. (p.xxx) 2. Check connectors CNSEN1 (OC Sensor 1/ OC Sensor 2 signal input) and CNSEN2 (drive signal output) on the ROM Board. 3. Check both the OC driver circuit and OC motor before replacing either, since a failure in one can cause a failure in the other. If necessary, replace the OC motor, ROM Board, or both.

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FATAL ERROR CODE 17: PC DRIVER ERROR

FATAL ERROR CODE 19: CG ERROR

This error occurs when the Mechanism Control ASIC detects that a single phase of the Perforation Cutter (PC) Motor was energized for longer than the allowed period of time. This indicates a malfunction of either the PC motor, or ROM Board PC motor driver circuitry, or both. Check the following in the order below, testing functionality at each step. If either the PC motor or driver circuit on the ROM Board have failed, always check both before installing the replacement part. 1. Check the PC motor connector (p.xxx) 2. Check the PC motor, and the driver output signal on connector CNSEN2 on the ROM Board. 3. Replace the PC Unit (Reference Guide, p.xxx), or ROM Board (p.xxx), or both.
FATAL ERROR CODE 18: PC ERROR

This error is caused by a memory circuit failure on the ROM Board. Replace the ROM Board. (p.xxx)
FATAL ERROR CODE 1A: EEPROM COMPARE ERROR

This error is caused by a FRAM failure on the ROM Board. Replace the ROM Board. (p.xxx)

This error is indicated when the reference position is not detected in a perforation cutter operation. Check the following in the order below. Do not replace the PC Unit until the driver circuit on the ROM Board has been tested and you are sure it is functioning properly. 1. Check the fuse on the 37 V line. (p.xxx) 2. Check the ROM Board connectors CNSEN1 (signal input from the reference position sensor), and CNSEN2 (drive signal output). (p.xxx) 3. If the driver circuit (ROM Board) tests OK, replace the PC Unit. (Reference Guide, p.xxx)

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3.3.2 Troubleshooting Based on Symptoms


This section describes the troubleshooting based on symptoms of the printer. Table 3-3. Troubleshooting Based on Symptoms
Symptom Status Reference Symptom

Table 3-3. Troubleshooting Based on Symptoms


Status Reference

Ribbon-related trouble Paper feedrelated trouble

The printout is partially printed white Page 69 or the ribbon is disengaged. Ribbon jam occurs. Front- and rear-feed continuous business forms are not fed at all. Papers are not switched properly. Paper feed position is incorrect. Front-feed continuous business form is not fed backward. Rear-feed continuous business form is not fed backward. Paper is not fed or ejected properly. Line spaces become narrow. Paper is skewed. Paper jam occurs. The paper paths switch before starting printing. Page 69 Page 73 Page 73 Page 70 Page 70 Page 70 Page 71 Page 71 Page 71 Page 71 Page 71 Page 72

The printer does not perform an initialize operation after the power is turned on. Printing-related trouble

The lamps on the control panel do not Page 66 light at all. Only the power lump lights. Page 65 An error message is displayed on the Page 65 LCD. The printer does not print at all even though the data has been sent from the host computer.The printer does not receive the data from the host computer. The print results differ from the sent data from the host computer. The printer does not start printing. Some dots are missing or unnecessary dots are printed on. The printout is spaced incorrectly. The printout is dirty. Ribbon dirt appears on the printout. The printout is faint or the printed characters are uneven on their upper or lower edges. Page 66

Page 66 Page 66 Page 67 Page 67 Page 68 Page 70 Page 68 Control panelrelated trouble

The lamps on the control panel light improperly.

The switches on the control panel are Page 72 invalid.

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The printer does not initialize when the power is turned on None of the Control Panel LEDs light Power source problem.

Troubleshooting procedure 1. Check the power cable connection at both ends. Perform a continuity check on the cable. 2. Verify that the wall socket supplies clean AC current that matches the voltage rating on the printer.

Internal power problem

Check and replace the following in the order below. Check functionality at each step. 1. Check the connections at both ends of the OP CABLE. (p.xxx) 2. Replace the OP CABLE. (p.xxx) 3. Replace the OP UNIT. (p.xxx) 4. Replace the POWER UNIT. (p.xxx) 5. Initialize (p.xxx) or Replace (p.xxx) the ROM BOARD.

The Control Panel LEDs all light, but stay on. Normal Control The printer stops initialization after the Panel LED Control Panel LEDs light. operation (all LEDs light briefly, but only the Power LED stays lit).

Initialize (p.xxx) or Replace (p.xxx) the ROM BOARD. Check the following in the order below, testing functionality after each step. 1. Make sure the top cover is closed. 2. Check, and if necessary replace, the CO (Cover Open) SW ASY. (p.xxx) 3. Check the OP CABLE and connections. Replace the OP CABLE UNIT if necessary. 4. Replace the OP UNIT. 5. Initialize (p.xxx) or Replace (p.xxx) the ROM BOARD.

The printer stops initialization after the 1. Check and replace the data cable. Control Panel LEDs light, but initializes 2. Check the host computer for failure. normally after disconnecting the data interface cable. A Fatal Error message is displayed on the LCD. Refer to 3.3.1 Troubleshooting Based on Error Codes (p.58).

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Printing-related failure The printer does The printer does not perform the not receive or does printing operation at all. not print data sent from the host computer. The printer prints the self test, but will not print data from the host computer.

Troubleshooting procedure Perform the following and check functionality after each step. 1. Check that the data interface cable is functional and connected correctly to the printer and host computer. 2. Make sure the top cover is closed. 3. Check the Pause LED. If it is lit, press the Pause button. 1. Enter Setup Mode on the Control Panel, and make sure the interface setting matches the connection to the host computer. 2. Replace the interface cable. 3. Check the host computer. 4. Replace the ROM BOARD. (p.xxx)

The printer does not print a self test.

1. Verify that the CARRIER CABLE UNIT is correctly connected to the PRINT HEAD and ROM BOARD. 2. Replace the ROM BOARD. (p.xxx) 1. Enter Setup Mode on the Control Panel, and make sure the interface setting matches the connection to the host computer. 2. Replace the interface cable. 3. Check the host computer. 4. Replace the ROM BOARD. (p.xxx)

The print results differ from the data sent from the host computer.

The printer prints the self test, but does not correctly print data from the host computer.

The printer prints incorrectly, even for the self test. The printer does not start printing.

1. Verify that the CARRIER CABLE UNIT is correctly connected to the PRINT HEAD and ROM BOARD. 2. Replace the ROM BOARD. (p.xxx) Check the Pause LED. If it is lit, press the Pause button.

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Printing-related failure Some dots are missing or unnecessary dots are printed.

Troubleshooting procedure Perform the following, checking for functionality after each step.

(NOTE: If the printed characters are uneven on their upper or 1. Clean or Replace the CES SCALE. (p.xxx) lower edges, refer to The printout is faint, or the printed 2. Check that the CARRIER CABLE UNIT is correctly connected to the ROM characters have uneven upper or lower edges. (p.68).) BOARD and the PRINT HEAD. 3. Replace the CARRIER CABLE UNIT. (p.xxx) 4. Replace the PRINT HEAD. (p.xxx) 5. Replace the ROM BOARD. (p.xxx) The printout is spaced incorrectly. 1. Check that the APTC adjustment operates normally, and that the paper thickness adjustment is properly set. 2. The Normal/Reverse printing adjustment may not be set correctly. Perform the Normal/Reverse Printing Adjustment. (p.xxx) 3. Clean and lubricate the STAY SHAFT. (p.xxx) 4. Clean or replace the CES SCALE. (p.xxx) 5. Check the SP BELT tension. (p.xxx) 6. Replace the SP BELT. (p.xxx) 7. Replace the SP motor. (p.xxx) 8. Replace the ROM BOARD. (p.xxx)

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Printing-related failure The printout appears dirty, or there is ribbon ink or contamination on the printout.

Troubleshooting procedure 1. Verify that the ribbon cartridge is correctly installed. 2. Check that the ribbon is in good condition: no excessive wear, has not frayed or come unravelled. Replace the ribbon cartridge if necessary. 3. Clean the PRINT HEAD so that it is free of ink or ribbon dust. 4. If printing on forms or paper of uneven thickness, use SelecType and adjust the settings for Platen Gap: Manual (0-14). 5. Perform a HEAD GAP Adjustment. (p.xxx) 6. If you print on Overlapping Multipart Forms, use SelecType on the Control Panel to change that setting to On. 7. Check and replace the APTC (Auto Paper Thickness Control) UNIT. (p.xxx)

The printout is faint, or the printed characters have uneven upper or lower edges.

1. Replace the Ribbon Cartridge if it appears to be worn out. 2. Use SelecType to adjust the Manual Platen Gap. 3. Perform a HEAD GAP Adjustment. (p.xxx) 4. Replace the APTC UNIT. 5. Replace the PRINT HEAD. 6. Replace the ROM BOARD. 7. Incorrect PRINT HEAD gap

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Ribbon-related failure

Troubleshooting procedure

The printout is partially printed white or the ribbon is disengaged. The ribbon has excess slack. The ribbon is bent or folded. The ribbon is out of line to up or down. The ribbon is reversed.

1. Reinstall or replace the ribbon cassette. (p.xxx) 2. The ribbon may bind, bend or reverse if the CARD GUIDE ASY is not adjusted correctly. Perform the Card Guide Assembly Adjustment. (p.xxx) 3. Ribbon slack commonly occurs when the platen gap is too narrow, for example if the paper or form being printed is too thick. Make sure the paper is within specifications. If overlapping forms are being used, be sure the SelecType setting for Overlapping Multipart Forms is set to On. 4. Use SelecType to change the settings for Manual Platen Gap. (p.xxx) 5. Perform the Print Head Gap Adjustment. (p.xxx) 6. The ribbon has a reversed part. Check the ribbon for a reversed part.

Ribbon jam frequently occurs, or is frequently indicated.

1. If false-positive ribbon jam errors are indicated, replace the RF (Ribbon Feed) UNIT. 2. Reinstall the ribbon cassette. If the cassette is defective, replace it. (p.xxx) 3. An improperly adjusted CARD GUIDE ASY obstructs the ribbons feed performance. Readjust the CARD GUIDE ASY. (p.xxx) 4. Incorrect PRINT HEAD gap Readjust the PRINT HEAD gap. (p.xxx) 5. A deformed ribbon MASK can cause the ribbon to jam. Check and replace the MASK. (p.xxx)

Paper feed related failure

Troubleshooting procedure

The printer does not feed continuous forms from the Front 1. Check and replace the LF motor. (p.xxx) or Rear. 2. Check and replace the ROM BOARD. (p.xxx)

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Paper feed related failure

Troubleshooting procedure

The Paper Path does not switch properly.

1. Check and replace the HCPP Sensor Unit. (p.xxx) 2. Check and replace the HCPP Motor. (p.xxx) 3. Check and replace the PR MECHA ASY. (p.xxx) 4. ROM BOARD failure Replace the ROM BOARD. (p.xxx)

The paper feed position is incorrect.

1. Something is wrong with the paper. Replace the paper. (The paper should meet the specifications.) 2. Check the SelecType settings for Page length for the front and rear tractors. (p.xxx) NOTE: Page length settings in application software generally override SelecType settings, so check the application software settings if applicable. 3. Perform the Auto Load Locate Adjustment. (p.xxx) 4. Perform the Top of Form (TOF) Sensor Output Adjustment. If the TOF sensor is defective, replace the CARD GUIDE ASSY. (p.xxx) 5. If the paper feed position problem occurs with paper feed from the front, check the FTRPE (Front Tractor Paper Empty) Sensor. If the sensor has failed, replace the TRACTOR FL UNIT. (p.xxx) 6. If the paper feed position problem occurs with paper feed from the rear, check the RTRPE (Rear Tractor Paper Empty) Sensor. If the sensor has failed, replace the TRACTOR RL UNIT. (p.xxx)

Front-feed continuous forms are not fed backward. Rear-feed continuous forms are not fed backward.

Check the FTRPE (Front Tractor Paper Empty) Sensor and front tractor units. If necessary, replace the TRACTOR FL UNIT. (p.xxx) Check the RTRPE (Rear Tractor Paper Empty) Sensor and rear tractor units. If necessary, replace the TRACTOR RL UNIT. (p.xxx)

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Paper feed related failure

Troubleshooting procedure

Paper is not fed or ejected properly.

1. Readjust the TOF Sensor output. (p.xxx), or replace the TOF Sensor (part of the CARD GUIDE ASY). (p.xxx) 2. Check the TPE (Top Paper Empty) Sensor, and its connection to CNTPE on the Sensor Board. If necessary, replace the TPE HOLDER ASY. (p.xxx) 3. Check all cable connections on the Sensor Board. (p.xxx) 4. Replace the ROM BOARD. (p.xxx)

Line spaces become narrow.

1. Verify that the paper is within specifications. 2. Check and if necessary replace the LF motor. (p.xxx) 3. Replace the ROM BOARD. (p.xxx) 4. Replace the POWER UNIT. (p.xxx)

The paper is fed skewed.

1. Verify that the paper is within all specifications, and make sure the paper is mounted correctly and evenly in the tractors. 2. Use SelecType to change the settings for manual head gap. (p.xxx 3. Perform the PRINT HEAD gap adjustment. (p.xxx) 4. Reinstall the CARD GUIDE ASY and perform the CARD GUIDE ASY installation adjustment. (p.xxx)

Paper jams occur during paper feed.

1. Verify that the paper is within all specifications, and make sure the paper is mounted correctly and evenly in the tractors. 2. Perform the CARD GUIDE ASY installation adjustment. (p.xxx) 3. Change the SelecType setting for manual head gap. (p.xxx) 4. Perform the PRINT HEAD gap adjustment. (p.xxx) 5. Check the Paper Jam Sensor, and if it is defective, replace the PJS HOLDER ASY. (p.xxx)

The paper paths switch just before printing starts.

Check the paper path setting in the printer driver.

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Control Panel related failure

Troubleshooting procedure

The lamps on the control panel (OP Board) light improperly.

1. Verify the OP CABLE connection between OP Board and ROM BOARD. 2. If necessary, replace the OP CABLE. (p.xxx) 3. Check and replace the OP UNIT. (p.xxx) 4. Check and replace the ROM BOARD. (p.xxx)

The switches on the control panel are invalid.

1. Check whether the printer has been Paused, and if so place the printer online. 2. Incorrect connection between OP board and ROM BOARD Connect the OP CABLE correctly, and replace the OP CABLE. (p.xxx) 3. Cycle (turn off and back on) the printers power and confirm the trouble symptom. NOTE: If the printer is producing abnormal odor or smoke, do not turn the power back on until the source has been determined and the problem resolved. 4. Check and replace the OP UNIT. (p.xxx) 5. Check and replace the ROM BOARD. (p.xxx)

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Revision A

4.1 Overview
This section describes procedures for disassembling and assembling EPSON DFX9000. Unless otherwise specified, disassembled units or components can be reassembled by reversing the disassembly procedure. Therefore, no assembly procedures are included in this section. Precautions for any disassembly or assembly procedure are described under the heading CHECK POINT. Any adjustments required after disassembling the units are described under the heading ADJUSTMENTS.

4.1.2 Tools and Instruments


The table below lists the tools and the instruments required for disassembling, assembling or adjusting the printer. Use only tools that meet these specifications.

Table 4-1. Tool and Instrument List


Name Phillips Screwdriver Phillips Screwdriver Box Driver Tweezers Round-nose pliers Thickness gage Soldering iron E-Ring holder Multi-Meter Oscilloscope No.2 No.1 5.0mm Diagonal Size:#6 OHM/Voltage/Current Min. 50MHz Specification EPSON Part No. B743800200 B743800100 B741700200 B741000100 B740400100 B776702201 B740200100 B740800800 -

4.1.1 Disassembly Precautions


Follow the precautions below when disassembling the printer.
W A R N IN G

Before disassembling, assembling or adjusting the printer, disconnect the power supply cable from the AC power socket. Failure to do so might cause personal injury. Be careful with the Printhead when you handle it as it may be very hot right after printing. Do not touch the heat sink attached to the switching FET (Q101, 102, 103, 301, 302, 303) on the power supply board right after power off, as it may be very hot. Leave the printer for five minutes or more after disconnecting the AC cable, to completely discharge high electric charge remains in the electrolyte capacitor on the power supply board. To maintain efficient printer operation, take the precautions below: Use only the recommended tools for maintenance work. Use only the recommended lubrications and adhesives (See Chapter 6.) Adjust the printer only in the manner described in this manual. Always wear gloves for disassembly and reassembly to avoid iujury from sharp metal edges. To protect sensitive microprocessors and circuitry, use static discharge equipment, such as anti-static wrist straps, when accessing internal components.

NOTE:All tools and instruments listed above are commercially available.

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Revision A Table 4-2. Repair Status Check List (continued)


Category Operation Component Self-Test Item to Check Was the self-test printing successful? Was the on-line printing successful? Is the gap adjusted correctly? (PG = 0.38 ( 0.02mm ) Is the Bi-Directional alignment made properly? Latest version = Has the ribbon cartridge been removed from the printer? Have all relevant attachments been packed together with the printer? Status Checked, OK Not necessary Checked, OK Not necessary Checked, OK Not necessary Checked, OK Not necessary Checked, OK Not necessary Checked, OK Not necessary Checked, OK Not necessary

4.1.3 Service Check After Repair


After completing repair of the product, use the check list shown below to check the status of the repaired product and overall repair work performed before returning the product to the users. This list can be used as a record of all service works performed with the product.

On-line Test

Table 4-2. Repair Status Check List


Category Component Printhead Carriage Mechanism Item to Check Do all wires print properly? Dose the carriage move smoothly? Noisy Any dirt or excessive oil? Is the CR Motor at the normal temperature? (Not too hot?) Paper Feed Mechanism Does paper advance smoothly? * Noisy? * Paper is jamming? Is the PF Motor at the normal temperature? (Not too hot?) Paper Path Do all types of paper advance smoothly? Is the tractor feeding paper smoothly? Are all paper paths clear of obstructions? Is the plate free of damage? Ribbon Mask Is the ribbon mask free of damage? Status Checked, OK Not necessary Checked, OK Not necessary ROM Checked, OK Not necessary Checked, OK Not necessary Checked, OK Not necessary Checked, OK Not necessary Checked, OK Not necessary Checked, OK Not necessary Checked, OK Not necessary Checked, OK Not necessary Packing Adjustment Platen-Gap

Bi-D Alignment

Version Ribbon Cartridge

Attachments

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Revision A Table 4-3. List of Screws Used


No. 12 Name and specification C.P.(S-P1) (M3x6) Shape

4.1.3.1 Abbreviations for Small Parts


The table below lists the abbreviations used in this manual for small parts, such as screws and washers.

Table 4-3. List of Screws Used


No. 1 Name and specification C.B.S. (M3x6) 14 3 C.B.S. (M3x8) 15 2 C.B.S. (M3x12) 16 4 C.B.S.(P2) (M3x8) 17 5 C.B.P. (M3x8) 18 6 C.B.P. (M3x10) 19 7 C.B.P. (M4x16) 20 8 C.B. (M3x6) Jack Socket (5.0mm Diagonal) C.P.(S-P1) (M4x12) C.P.(S-P1) (M4x10) C.P.(S-P1) (M4x8) C.P.(S-P1) (M3x30) C.P.(S-P1) (M3x16) C.P.(S-P1) (M3x10) Shape 13 C.P.(S-P1) (M3x8)

C.F. (M2.5x4)

10

C.F. (M3x4)

11

C.P.(S-P1) (M2.5x8)

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Revision A

4.2 Main Components Disassembly


This section provides the disassembly procedures. The basic order for disassembly is shown in the flowchart below. The exploded diagrams are also provided in the Exploded Diagrams (page 114). Refer to them to see how components are engaged with each other if necessary.
START

FRONT COVER ASY (p.73)

REAR UNIT (p.74)

OP UNIT (p.74)

PRINT HEAD (p.89)

UPPER UNIT (p.75)

PR MECHA ASY (p.87)

PRINT HEAD (p.89)

SP MOTOR ASY (p.93)

RF MOTOR (p.100)

APTC UNIT (p.105)

HCPP MOTOR (p.104)

Sensors (p.130)

CARD GUIDE ASY (p.90)

MASK (p.92)

SP BELT (p.95) LF BELT (p.99)

RF UNIT (p.101)

OC MOTOR (p.103)

INLK SW ASY (p.86)

CES SCALE (p.96)

CO SW ASY (p.85)

PRINT HEAD (p.89)

TPE HOLDER ASY (p.134)

OP CABLE (p.83)

SP MOTOR ASY (p.93)

LF MOTOR (p.98)

SENSOR BOAR UNIT (p.79)

CES SCALE (p.96)

PTRM SWITCH ASY (p.139)

ROM BOARD (p.77)

TRACTOR RL UNIT/ TRACTOR RR UNIT (p.108)

TRACTOR FL UNIT/ TRACTOR FR UNIT (p.106) AC SW ASY, INLET ASY (p.81) FAN MOTORS (FAN1 MOTOR to FAN4 MOTOR) (p.141)

APTC UNIT (p.105)

SP MOTOR ASY (p.93)

DV ROLLER F ASY (p.110)

DV ROLLER R ASY (p.115) POWER UNIT (p.76)

CARRIER CABLE UNIT (p.124)

Stay shaft (p.126)

NOTE:

CARRIER UNIT (p.128)

The step for the unit or discrete component surrounded by is not the shortest removal step but is the step necessary for removing the next unit or discrete component.

Figure 4-1. Disassembly Flowchart (Whole)

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Disassembly Flowchart (PR MECHA ASY)
START

Revision A
Disassembly Flowchart (PRINT HEAD / CARD GUIDE ASY)
START

FRONT COVER ASY (p.73)

REAR UNIT (p.74)

FRONT COVER ASY (p.73)

PRINT HEAD (p.89)

OP UNIT (p.74)

UPPER UNIT (p.75)

UPPER UNIT (p.75)

PR MECHA ASY (p.87)

PR MECHA ASY (p.87)

CARD GUIDE ASY (p.90)

Disassembly Flowchart (ROM BOARD / POWER UNIT)


START

Disassembly Flowchart (SP MOTOR ASY / LF MOTOR)


START

FRONT COVER ASY (p.73)

REAR UNIT (p.74)

FRONT COVER ASY (p.73)

REAR UNIT (p.74)

OP UNIT (p.74) UPPER UNIT (p.75) PR MECHA ASY (p.87)

OP UNIT (p.74) UPPER UNIT (p.75) PR MECHA ASY (p.87)

OP CABLE (p.83)

ROM BOARD (p.77)

POWER UNIT (p.76)

SP MOTOR ASY (p.93)

LF MOTOR (p.98)

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Disassembly Flowchart (Sensors)
START

Revision A
Disassembly Flowchart (CARRIER UNIT)
START

FRONT COVER ASY (p.73)

REAR UNIT (p.74)

FRONT COVER ASY (p.73)

REAR UNIT (p.74)

PRINT HEAD (p.89)

OP UNIT (p.74)

OP UNIT (p.74)

UPPER UNIT (p.75)

UPPER UNIT (p.75)

PR MECHA ASY (p.87)

OC SENSOR BR UNIT (p.137)

PR MECHA ASY (p.87) APTC UNIT (p.105)

SP MOTOR ASY (p.93) CES SCALE (p.96)

APTC HP UNIT (p.136)

HCPP SENSOR UNIT (p.138)

Stay shaft (p.126)

TPE HOLDER ASY (p.134)

PTRM SWITCH ASY (p.139)

Stay shaft (p.126)

PJS HOLDER ASY (p.130)

CARRIER UNIT (p.128)

PJS ROLLER (p.133)

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Revision A

4.2.1 Covers
4.2.1.1 INTERFACE COVER
1. 2. Release the two hooks that secure the INTERFACE COVER on the rear of the printer to the REAR UNIT, and open the INTERFASE COVER. Release one of the two bosses that secures the INTERFACE COVER to the LOWER UNIT while pressing the boss in the direction of the arrow, and remove the INTERFACE COFER to the rear side.

REAR UNIT

INTERFACE COVER

Hook 2)-2 Hook

2)-1

LOWER UNIT

Figure 4-2. INTERFACE COVER Removal

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Revision A

4.2.1.2 FRONT COVER ASY


1. 2. Open the FRONT COVER ASY, and remove the stopper on the left inside of the FRONT COVER ASY in the direction of the arrow. Slide the FRONT COVER ASY to the right with it opened, push it a little strongly further to the right bowing its center part upward to release it from the boss on the left side of the UPPER UNIT. Release the boss on the right side of the UPPER UNIT, and remove the FRONT COVER ASY toward you.
Stopper

1)-1 1)-2

3.

FRONT COVER

Figure 4-3. FRONT COVER ASY Removal (1)

Boss 3)

2)-1

2)-2

Figure 4-4. FRONT COVER ASY Removal (2)

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Revision A

4.2.1.3 REAR UNIT


1. Open the REAR UNIT and remove the four screws that secure the REAR UNIT. XXX: 4 screws 2. Remove the REAR UNIT to obliquely upward.

4.2.1.4 OP UNIT
1. 2. Open the TOP COVER, release the three hooks of the OP UNIT by pressing them from inside the UPPER UNIT, and slightly pull out the OP UNIT toward you. Disconnect the OP CABLE from connected to the back side of the OP UNIT, and then remove the OP UNIT.
Hooks

1)-2

1)-1

1)-2

2)

REAR UNIT

TOP COVER 1)-2 OP CABLE 2)-1 1)-1

Figure 4-5. REAR UNIT Removal

2)-2

OP UNIT

Figure 4-6. OP UNIT Removal

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Revision A

4.2.1.5 UPPER UNIT


1. 2. 3. 4. Remove the FRONT COVER ASY. (p.73) Remove the REAR UNIT. (p.74) Remove the OP UNIT. (p.74) Remove the two screws that secure the UPPER UNIT. C.P.(S-P1) 4x10: 2 screws 5. Pull the two parts of the UPPER UNIT shown in Figure 4-7 toward you to relese the two hooks (right and left) that secure the UPPER UNIT to LOWER UNIT, and lift the UPPER UNIT upward to remove it. Remove the two screws that secure the stopper for rotary part of the TOP COVER to the inside of the UPPER UNIT. C.B.P. 3x8: 2 screws 7. Open the TOP COVER and remove it upward.
UPPER UNIT 5)-2 6) 6) TOP COVER 7)

6.

4)

5)-1

5)-1 4) LOWER UNIT

Stopper

Hook

Figure 4-8. UPPER UNIT Removal (2)

Figure 4-7. UPPER UNIT Removal (1)

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Revision A

4.2.2 Electrical Circuit Board Removal


4.2.2.1 POWER UNIT
W A R N IN G
2)-1 Bracket

Disconnect the power cable before disassembling the POWER UNIT. If you touch the POWER UNIT with the power supplied, you may receive an electric shock.

4)

4) 4)

4)

4) 2)-2 4)

C A U T IO N

Be careful with the edges of the shield plate, as they are very sharp.

ACIN POWER UNIT

5)-3

1. 2.

Remove the PR MECHA ASY. (p.87) Remove the two screws that secure the left side of the bracket for attaching the REAR UNIT, and remove the bracket upward. C.B.P. 4x16: 2 screws
CNPW 5)-1

3.

Disconnect the connectors shown in Figure 4-9 from the POWER UNIT.
No. Pins 3 12 Color White White
LOWER UNIT

5)-2

ACIN CNPW

4.

Remove the six screws that secure the POWER UNIT to the LOWER UNIT. C.B.P. 3x10: 6 screws

Hooks

5)-2

5.

Slightly lift the rear of the POWER UNIT, slide it in the direction of the arrow, and remove it from the rear while releasing the two hooks that secure the front of the POWER UNIT.

Figure 4-9. POWER UNIT Removal

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Revision A

4.2.2.2 ROM BOARD


C A U T IO N

4)

Be careful with the edges of the shield plate, as they are very sharp.

4)

4)

4)

1. 2. 3.

Remove the PR MECHA ASY. (p.87) Remove the OP CABLE. (p.83) Remove the two screws that secure the Type B board cover, and remove the Type B board cover. C.B.S. 3x12: 2 screws

4) ROM BOARD

4.

Remove the five screws that secure the ROM BOARD. C.B.P. 3x10: 5 screws

5.

Slightly lift the rear of the ROM BOARD to release it from the rib, slide it to the front, and first lift the rear of the ROM BOARD to remove it upward. When removing the ROM BOARD, be careful not to interfere with the parallel I/F cable connection hook. Slowly remove the ROM BOARD in order not to peel the cooling sheets shown in Figure 4-10

C A U T IO N

Cooling Sheets

3)-1

3)-1 Type B board cover

Ribs

Figure 4-10. ROM BOARD Removal (1)

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6. Remove the two screws that secure the Guide plate, slide it toward you, and remove the Guide plate upward. C.B.S. 3x6: 2 screws 7. 8. Release the two hooks that secure the Guide rail to the ROM BOARD, and remove the Guide rail in the direction of the arrow. Remove the four screws that secure the Interface plate, and remove the ROM BOARD. C.B. 3x6: 2 screws Jack Socket (0.5mm Diagonal): 2 screws Be sure to perform the following adjustments after removing or replacing the ROM BOARD. 1. Front/Rear-feed print adjustment (p.XX) 2. Auto load position adjustment (p.xx) 3. APG paper thickness adjustment (p.xx) 4. APG detection position adjustment (p.xx)
6)-2 6)-1

Revision A

Guide plate

Guide rail

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

6)-1 7)-1 7)-1 7)-2

Figure 4-11. ROM BOARD Removal (2)


8)-1 8)-1 Interface plate

Jack Socket C.B. 3x6 8)-2

Figure 4-12. ROM BOARD Removal (3)

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Revision A

4.2.2.3 SENSOR BOAR UNIT


W A R N IN G

Disconnect the power cable before disassembling the POWER UNIT. If you touch the POWER UNIT with the power supplied, you may receive an electric shock.

Cable M

C A U T IO N

When removing or installing the SENSOR BOARD UNIT, handle the Cable M with care as a ferrite core is attached to it for electric magnetic interference protection.

Ferrite Core [Rear Side]

1. 2.

Remove the PR MECHA ASY. (p.87) Remove all the connectors other than the Cable M and Cable S from the SENSOR BOARD UNIT.
No. CNO/C CNHCPP CNAPTC CNRB CNFAN1 CNFAN2 CNFAN3 CNFAN4 CNOCS1 CNPPSS Pins Color 5 5 5 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Connector No. CNFTRPES CNOCS2 CNPJS CNTPES CNPC Pins Color 3 3 3 3 9 3 2 4 2 2 3 Red Connector
CN APTC CNOCS1 CN O/C CNFAN1 CNPPSS CNPC CNAPTCHPS CNOCS2 CNCOS CNRMS

White OC MOTOR Black HCPP MOTOR Red APTC MOTOR White RF MOTOR White FAN1 MOTOR

Brown FTRPES Sensor OC Sensor 2 Blue PJS Sensor Orange TPES Sensor White Orange Red Perforation Cutter Unit APTC HP Sensor CO SW ASY
CN HCPP

CNFAN2 CNPTRM CNPJS CNAPTCS CNRTRPES CNFAN3 CNTPES CNFTRPES CNFAN4 CNRFS

White FAN2 MOTOR CNAPTCHPS Red FAN3 MOTOR CNCOS CNAPTCS CNRMS CNPTRM CNRFS

CN RB

Blue FAN4 MOTOR White OC Sensor 1 White PPSS Sensor Purple RTRPES Sensor

White APTC Sensor Orange RMS Switch Green PTRM Sensor Green RFS Sensor

CNRTRPES

[Front Side]

C A U T IO N

Connect the connectors correctly.

Cable S

Figure 4-13. SENSOR BOARD UNIT Removal (1) Disassembly and Assembly Main Components Disassembly 79

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3. Pinch and push out the hooks (2 places each) of the four L. Cap spacers that secure the SENSOR BOARD UNIT to the bottom rear of the printer, and remove the SENSOR BOARD UNIT.
C A U T IO N

Revision A

L Cap spacer

Do not install the SENSOR BOARD UNIT inside out or reversely.

3)-1

3)-1 3)-2

3)-3

Bottom of the Printer

SENSOR BOARD UNIT

Figure 4-14. SENSOR BOARD UNIT Removal (2) Disassembly and Assembly Main Components Disassembly 80

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Revision A

4.2.2.4 AC SW ASY, INLET ASY


W A R N IN G

Disconnect the power cable before disassembling the POWER UNIT. If you touch the POWER UNIT with the power supplied, you may receive an electric shock.

INLET ASY 7)

4)

Blue cable

1. 2. 3. 4.

Remove the PR MECHA ASY. (p.87) Release the AC SW ASY cables from the three hooks and two clamps that secure the AC SW ASY cable to the LOWER UNIT. Disconnect the AC SW ASY connector from the POWER UNIT (ACIN: 3 pins). Pull out the AC SW ASY cables (Blue and Brown) from the INLET ASY.
INLET ASY Brown cable

3) Cable clamps 2)-2

Connector (ACIN) Hooks 2)-1

AC SW ASY

POWER UNIT

Figure 4-15. AC SW ASY Removal (1)

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5. Remove the AC SW ASY by pushing it from inside to outside of the LOWER UNIT while pressing down the upper tab that secures the AC SW ASY to the LOWER UNIT. Pull out the AC SW ASY cables to the outside of the LOWER UNIT.
C H E C K P O IN T

Revision A

Push 5)-1 To INLET ASY To POWER UNIT

6.

Before pulling out the AC SW ASY cables to the outside of the LOWER UNIT, disconnect the connector connected to the INLET ASY first and then disconnect the connector (3 pin) connected to the POWER UNIT. Connect the AC SW ASY cable to the INLET ASY correctly.

AC SW ASY

C A U T IO N

5)-2

7.

Remove the screw that secures the ground wire of the INLET ASY to the LOWER UNIT. C.P.(S-P1) 4x8: 1 screw

6)

8.

Remove the two screws that secure the INLET ASY to the LOWER UNIT, and remove the INLET ASY. C.F. 3x4: 2 screws

AC SW ASY

Figure 4-16. AC SW ASY Removal (2)

8)-2

8)-1

INLET ASY

8)-1

Figure 4-17. INLET ASY Removal

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4.2.2.5 OP CABLE
W A R N IN G

Disconnect the power cable before disassembling the POWER UNIT. If you touch the POWER UNIT with the power supplied, you may receive an electric shock.
4)-1 OP CABLE

C A U T IO N

Handle the OP CABLE with care as it is shielded and a ferrite core is attached to it for electric magnetic interference prevention.

1. 2. 3. 4.

Remove the PR MECHA ASY. (p.87) Release the OP CABLE from the two clamps that secure the OP CABLE to the LOWER UNIT. Disconnect the OP CABLE connector from the ROM BOARD (CNOP: 10 pins), and remove the OP CABLE. Open the two ferrite cores at their partition points, and remove them from the OP CABLE Wrap the cotton tape around the OP CABLE fifth or sixth times in the position shown in the figure. After wrapping the cotton tape, install the two ferrite cores to the OP CABLE, observing the correct orientation.
Reassembly 85 5 mm Cotton Tape (10mm-width Type) Wind the tape 5th or 6th times. 3)-1 2)

OP UNIT Side Ferrite Core

ROM BOARD Side

Figure 4-18. OP CABLE Removal

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Revision A

4.2.2.6 PSU1 CABLE


W A R N IN G

Disconnect the power cable before disassembling the POWER UNIT. If you touch the POWER UNIT with the power supplied, you may receive an electric shock.

3) POWER UNIT Side ROM BOARD Side

C A U T IO N

Handle the SU1 Cable with care as a ferrite core is attached to it for electric magnetic interference prevention.

PSU1 CABLE

1. 2. 3.

Remove the PR MECHA ASY. (p.87) Disconnect the three connectors (CNPW: 12 pins, CNPW: 8 pins, CNLOGPW: 4 pins) on the ROM BOARD and POWER UNIT, and remove the PSU1 CABLE. Open the ferrite core at its partition point, and remove it from the PSU1 CABLE
2)

Figure 4-19. PSU1 CABLE Removal

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4.2.2.7 CO SW ASY
W A R N IN G

Disconnect the power cable before disassembling the POWER UNIT. If you touch the POWER UNIT with the power supplied, you may receive an electric shock. Do not touch the motors immediately after using the printer, or you may burn your hand. Allow the motors to cool enough to work with them.
5)-2

1. 2. 3. 4.

Remove the UPPER UNIT. (p.75) Tilt up the rear of the PR MECHA ASY and support it using the tilt bar. (Refer to "PR MECHA ASY" (p.87).) Release the CO SW ASY cable from the three clamps (SIDE FRAME, RIGHT: 2 places, bottom rear: 1 place). Disconnect the CO SW ASY connector from the SENSOR BOARD UNIT (CNCOS: 2 pins), and pull out the CO SW ASY cable through the hole on the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT.
C A U T IO N
3) 5)-1

CO SW ASY

When performing the following procedures, be careful not to bend the lever of the CO SW ASY.
4)-1

[Front side] 5)

5.

Release the front hook of the CO SW ASY from the inside of the PR MECHA ASY, slide the CO SW ASY backward, and release the rear hook to remove the CO SW ASY. Remove the CO SW ASY from the CO SW HOLDER.
[Rear side]

6.

Figure 4-20. CO SW ASY Removal

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Revision A

4.2.2.8 INLK SW ASY


W A R N IN G

Disconnect the power cable before disassembling the POWER UNIT. If you touch the POWER UNIT with the power supplied, you may receive an electric shock. Do not touch the motors immediately after using the printer, or you may burn your hand. Allow the motors to cool enough to work with them.

5)-2

INLK SW ASY

1. 2. 3. 4.

Remove the UPPER UNIT. (p.75) Tilt up the rear of the PR MECHA ASY and support it using the tilt bar. (Refer to "PR MECHA ASY" (p.87).) Release the INLK SW ASY cable from the three clamps (SIDE FRAME, RIGHT: 2 places, bottom rear: 1 place). Disconnect the INLK SW ASY connector from the ROM BOARD (CNINLK: 4 pins), and pull out the INLK SW ASY cable through the hole of the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT.
C A U T IO N
3)

5)-1

When performing the following procedure, be careful not to bend the lever of the INLK SW ASY.

5.

Remove the screw that secures the INLK SW ASY, and remove the INLET ASY. C.P.(S-P1) 3x16: 1 screw

3)-1

Figure 4-21. INLK SW ASY Removal

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4.2.3 PRINTER MECHANISM


4.2.3.1 PR MECHA ASY
W A R N IN G

Grabs (rear and front)

OP CABLE

Do not touch the motors immediately after using the printer, or you may burn your hand. Allow the motors to cool enough to work with them.
3)

2)-1

5) PR MECHA ASY Grabs (rear and front) 2)-1

C A U T IO N

Be careful with the edges of the shield plate, as they are very sharp.

1. 2.

Remove the UPPER UNIT. (p.75) Lift one side of the PR MECHA ASY in the direction of the arrows shown in Figure 4-22 holding the two rear grabs, and keep the PR MECHA ASY tiled up using the tilt bar.
C A U T IO N

When using the tilt bar, be careful not to let the tilt bar interfere with the cables. Lift the PR MECHA ASY with great care as the grabs may come off the side frames.

3)-2

Tilt Bar

3.

Remove the screw that secures the cramp for the OP CABLE to the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT, and release the OP CABLE. XXX: 1 screw
C A U T IO N

CAUTION

Handle the OP CABLE with care as it is shielded and two ferrite cores are attached to it for electric magnetic interference prevention.
Reassembly Cotton Tape

Cable

Clamp Installation Position

When attaching the OP CABLE, install the clamp to the position shown in Figure 4-22 before securing the OP CABLE to the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT with the screw.

Figure 4-22. PR MECHA ASY Removal (1)

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4. Remove the connectors shown in Figure 4-23 from the ROM BOARD.
No. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) CNRHD1 CNRHD2 CNFHD1 CNFHD2 CNHD3 CNSEN1 CNSEN2 CNSPHS CNSPM CNINLK CNLF Pins 22 22 22 22 22 28 26 7 3 4 6 Color White White White White White White White White White White White
CN SEN1 Tuck in Tuck in

Revision A

CNSPHS

CNRHD1

CNRHD2

CNFHD1 CN FHD2 CN HD3 CN SEN2 CNLF

5.

Lift the PR MECHA ASSY to remove it holding the right rear grab and left front grab, or the left rear grab and right front grab. Lift the PR MECHA ASY with great care as the grabs may come off from the side frame. Connect the connectors correctly.

CNSPM CNRHD1

CNINLK CNRHD2 CNFHD1 CNFHD2 CNHD3 CNSEN2

C A U T IO N

FRONT

CNLF

Tuck the cables into the PR MECHA ASY properly so that they are not caught by the PR MECHA ASY and the ferrite core does not press the parts around it.
ROM BOARD

REAR

CNSPHS

CNSEN1

CNSPM

CNINLK

Figure 4-23. PR MECHA ASY Removal (2)

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Revision A

4.2.3.2 PRINT HEAD


W A R N IN G

PRINTHEAD

Do not touch the PRINT HEAD immediately after using the printer, or you may burn your hand. Allow the head to cool enough to work with it.

Positioning pin Insertion Positions

1. 2.

Open the TOP COVER of the UPPER UNIT. Remove the two screws that secure the PRINT HEAD to the CARRIER UNIT. C.P.(S-P1) 4x12: 2 screws
3)-2

3.

Slide the PRINT HEAD toward you, pull out the two positioning pins, and lift the PRINT HEAD slowly to remove it while disconnecting it from the connector of the CARRIER UNIT. Be sure to perform the following adjustments after removing or replacing the PRINTHEAD. 1. Front/Rear-feed print adjustment (p.XX) 2. Left-end print start position (p.xx)

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

3)-1 2) 2) Connector CARRIER UNIT

Figure 4-24. PRINT HEAD Removal

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Revision A

4.2.3.3 CARD GUIDE ASY


1. 2. 3. Remove the UPPER UNIT. (p.75) Remove the PRINT HEAD. (p.89) Remove the three screws that secure the Carrier holder to the CARRIER UNIT using the No.1 screwdriver. C.P.(S-P1) 2.5x8: 2 screws C.F. 2.5x4: 1 screw 4. Lift the front side of the carrier holder upward, disconnect the CARRIER CABLE UNIT from the connector on the Carrier PCB, and then remove the Carrier holder. Be careful not to damage the CARRIER CABLE UNIT when removing the Carrier holder.
4)-3 3) C.F. 3) C.P.(S-P1)

CARD GUIDE ASY 6)-1 TOF sensor cable 6)-1 7)-2

Connector

7)-1

6)-2

C A U T IO N

4)-1

6)-2

Squere hole Connector

CARRIER UNIT

5. 6.

Match the center of the CARRIER UNIT with the Paper eject unit.

-marked position on the

Carrier holder

4)-2 Connector

Carrier PCB

Remove the two screws that secure the CARD GUIDE ASSY, and disconnect the right and left TOF sensor cables from the connectors on the Carrier PCB. C.P.(S-P1) 3x8: 2 Screws
Mark

7.

Remove the CARD GUIDE ASY upward, while slowly pulling out the two TOF sensor cables through the square holes of the CARRIER UNIT. Be careful not to damage the TOF sensor cables when drawing them through the square holes. When connecting the TOF sensor cables to the PCB connectors, connect them properly taking care not to peel the continuity wiress.
CARRIER UNIT

C A U T IO N

5)

Figure 4-25. CARD GUIDE ASY Removal

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Revision A

When installing the Carrier holder, place the cable cover in the CARRIER UNIT. (See Figure 4-26) When installing the CARD GUIDE ASY, place the TOF sensor cables in position with reference to Figure 4-27. When connecting the two TOF sensor cables to the PCB connectors, connect them, observing their orientation with reference to Figure 4-27. Obverse side: the side covered with reinforcing-plate Reverse side: the side with continuity-wires

CARD GUIDE ASY

Pass through the square hole

TOF sensor cable

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

Be sure to perform the following adjustments after removing or replacing the CARD GUID ASY. 1. Auto load position adjustment (p.xx) 2. Installation adjustment of the CARD GUIDE ASY (p.xx) 3. Output adjustment of the TOF sensor (p.xx)

Let into the square hole

OK

NG
Reverse side: Continuity wire

Obverse side: Reinforcing plate Carrier PCB

Figure 4-26. Carrier Holder Reassembly (Position of Cable cover)

Figure 4-27. TOF Sensor Cable Reassembly

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Revision A

MASK
1. 2. 3. Remove the PRINT HEAD. (p.89) Slowly bow the part of the MASK shown in Figure 4-28 toward you, and release the Mask from the rib and guide that secure the Mask to the CARD GUIDE ASY. Release the MASK from the opposite rib and guide, and remove the MASK.
Rib Guide

C A U T IO N

Install the MASK in the correct orientation with reference to Figure 4-29 When installing the MASK to the CARD GUIDE ASY, attach the MASK to the rib and guide of the CARD GUIDE ASY securely.

Guide

2)-1

MASK

Figure 4-29. MASK Reassembly


Rib

2)-2

3)

CARRIER UNIT

Figure 4-28. MASK Removal

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Revision A

4.2.3.4 SP MOTOR ASY


W A R N IN G

Do not touch the SP MOTOR ASY immediately after using the printer, or you may burn your hand. Allow the assy to cool enough to work with it.

SP MOTOR ASY

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Remove the UPPER UNIT. (p.75) Tilt up the rear of the PR MECHA ASY and support it using the tilt bar. (Refer to "PR MECHA ASY" (p.87).) Disconnect the SP MOTOR ASY cable from the connectors on the ROM BOARD (CNSPM: 3 pins, CNSPHS: 7 pins). (See Figure 4-30) Release the SP MOTOR ASY cable from the cable clamp on the bottom rear of the printer, and pull out the cable through the hole of the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT. Remove the two screws that secure the FAN3 MOTOR, and remove the FAN3 MOTOR. C.B.S. 3x6: 2 screws
5) FAN3 MOTOR 5)

6.

Remove the two screws that secure the Stopper BR to the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT, and remove the Stopper BR. XXX: 2 screws
CNSPHS

Figure 4-31. SP MOTOR ASY Removal (1)

CNSPM

6)

Stopper BR

Figure 4-30. ROM BOARD Connector

Figure 4-32. SP MOTOR ASY Removal (2)

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7. Remove the three screws that secure the SP MOTOR ASY to the bracket of the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT. C.P.(S-P1) 4x10: 3 screws 8. While tilting the rear of the SP MOTOR ASY rightward, lift the Tension pulley to remove the SP MOTOR ASY together with the SP BELT. When removing the Tension pulley, be careful not to lose the washer on the inner shaft of the Tension pultey because it is easy to come off.
Tension pulley SP BELT 8)-2 7)

Revision A

8)-1

C A U T IO N

7) SP MOTOR ASY

9.

Remove the four screws that secure the SP MOTOR, Motor base, and Motor bracket, and remove the SP MOTOR. C.P.(S-P1) 4x10: 4 screws Be sure to perform the following adjustments after removing or replacing the SP MOTOR. 1. Tension adjustment of the SP BELT (p.xx) 2. Front/Rear-feed print adjustment (p.XX) 3. Auto load position adjustment (p.xx)

Figure 4-33. SP MOTOR ASY Removal (3)

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

SP BELT

SP MOTOR ASY

9) 9) 9)

Motor base 9) Motor bracket

Figure 4-34. SP MOTOR ASY Removal (4)

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Revision A

4.2.3.5 SP BELT
C A U T IO N

CARRIER CABLE UNIT CARRIER UNIT 2)-1 CES sensor

The Carrier PCB is attached to the CARRIER UNIT and a ferrite core is attached to the unit for preventing electric magnetic interference. Handle them with care when removing or replacing the SP BELT.

1. 2.

Remove the SP MOTOR ASY. (p.93) Remove the two screws that secure the BELT clamp for fixing the SP BELT to the CARRIER UNIT, and remove the SP BELT. C.B.S. 3x6: 2 screws When removing or installing the SP BELT, be careful not to damage the CES SCALE. When installing the SP BELT, be careful not to separate the CES SCALE from the CES sensor.

C A U T IO N

SP BELT 2)-2

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

Be sure to perform the following adjustments after removing or replacing the SP BELT. 1. Tension adjustment of the SP BELT (p.xx)

BELT clamp

Figure 4-35. SP BELT Removal

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Revision A

4.2.3.6 CES SCALE


W A R N IN G

Do not touch the PRINT HEAD immediately after using the printer, or you may burn your hand. Allow the head to cool enough to work with it.

1. 2. 3.

Remove the UPPER UNIT. (p.75) Tilt up the rear of the PR MECHA ASY and hold it using the tilt bar. (Refer to "PR MECHA ASY" (p.87).) Release the Compression spring located at the right end of the CES SCALE from the hook on the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT, and release the CES SCALE.

CES SCALE

3)

Compression spring

Figure 4-36. CES SCALE Removal (1)

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4. Remove the screw that secures the left end of the CES SCALE to the inside of the SIDE FRAM, LEFT, and slowly pull out the CES SCALE from the CES sensor on the bottom of the CARRIER UNIT. C.B.S. 3x6: 1 screw
4)-1

Revision A

Reassembly mark

Attach the left end of the CES SCALE to the inside of the SIDE FRAME, LEFT with the mark facing to the direction shown in Figure 4-37. Match the positioning dowel on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT with the positioning hole of the CES SCALE.

C A U T IO N

When putting the CES SCALE under the CES sensor, take care not to bend or damage the CES SCALE.

Dowel

CES SCALE

Figure 4-37. CES SCALE Removal (2)

CARRIER UNIT

4)-2

CES sensor

Figure 4-38. CES SCALE Removal (3)

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Revision A

4.2.3.7 LF MOTOR
W A R N IN G

Do not touch the LF MOTOR immediately after using the printer, or you may burn your hand. Allow the motor to cool enough to work with it.

Pulley gear

1. 2. 3.

Remove the PR MECHA ASY. (p.87) Release the LF MOTOR cable from the three cable clamps on the bottom rear of the PR MECHA ASY. Match the hole of the Pulley gear to the screw position of the LF MOTOR, remove the two screws that secure the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, and then remove the LF MOTOR. C.P.(S-P1) 4x10: 2 screws
Hole of the pulley gear

3)

LF MOTOR

3)

Figure 4-39. LF MOTOR Removal

Disassembly and Assembly

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Revision A

4.2.3.8 LF BELT
1. 2. 3. Remove the UPPER UNIT. (p.75) Tilt up the rear of the PR MECHA ASY and support it using the tilt bar. (Refer to "PR MECHA ASY" (p.87).) Loosen the screw that secures the Tension pulley unit to the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, slide the Tension pulley unit in the direction of the arrow to release the tension of the LF BELT, and then remove the LF BELT. When installing the Tension pulley unit, match the positioning hole of the Tension pulley unit with the dowel.
Tension pulley unit LF BELT 3)-2

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

Be sure to perform the following adjustment after removing or replacing the LF BELT. 1. Tension adjustment of the LF BELT (p.XX)
Dowel

3)-1

3)-3

Figure 4-40. LF BELT Removal

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Revision A

4.2.3.9 RF MOTOR
W A R N IN G

Do not touch the RF MOTOR immediately after using the printer, or you may burn your hand. Allow the motor to cool enough to work with it.
5)

Cable clamp

1. 2. 3. 4.

Remove the UPPER UNIT. (p.75) Tilt up the rear of the PR MECHA ASY and support it using the tilt bar. (Refer to "PR MECHA ASY" (p.87).) Release the RF MOTOR cable from the three cable clamps (SIDE FRAME, RIGHT: 2 places, bottom rear: 1 place). Release the RF MOTOR connector from the SENSOR BOARD UNIT (CNRB: 4 pins), pull out the RF MOTOR cable through the hole on the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT. Remove the two screws that secure the RF MOTOR to the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT, and remove the RF MOTOR. C.B.S. 3x6: 2 screws

5) RF MOTOR

5.

Cable clamp

[Front side]

SENSOR BOARD UNIT

4)-1

[Rear side]

Figure 4-41. RF MOTOR Removal

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Revision A

4.2.3.10 RF UNIT
W A R N IN G

Do not touch the RF MOTOR immediately after using the printer, or you may burn your hand. Allow the motor to cool enough to work with it.
Cable clamp

1. 2. 3.

Remove the UPPER UNIT. (p.75) Tilt up the rear of the PR MECHA ASY and support it using the tilt bar. (Refer to "PR MECHA ASY" (p.87).) Remove the two screws that secure the RF MOTOR to the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT, and release the RF MOTOR. C.B.S. 3x6: 2 screws Leave the RF MOTOR cable secured by the clamp and connected to the SENSOR BOARD UNIT when removing the RF MOTOR from the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT.

C H E C K P O IN T

3)

4. 5.

Release the RF UNIT cable from the three cable clamps (SIDE FRAME, RIGHT: 2 places, bottom rear: 1 place). Disconnect the RF UNIT connectors from the SENSOR BOARD UNIT (CNRFS: 3 pins, CNRMS: 2 pins), and pull out the RF UNIT cables through the hole on the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT.

RF UNIT cables RF MOTOR Cable clamp [Front side] 3)-1 CNRMS

SENSOR BOARD UNIT

[Rear side]

CNRFS

Figure 4-42. RF UNIT Removal (1)

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6. Remove the screw that secures the RF UNIT to the SIDE FRAM, RIGHT, and remove the RF UNIT while slowly pulling the cables inward one by one. C.B.S. 3x6: 1 screw When removing or installing the RF UNIT, be careful not to damage the RF UNIT cables.
Dowels

Revision A

C A U T IO N

When installing the RF UNIT, match the positioning holes of the RF UNIT with the dowels.

RF UNIT

Figure 4-44. Reassembly the RF UNIT

6)-2

6)-1

RF UNIT

Figure 4-43. RF UNIT Removal (2)

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Revision A

4.2.3.11 OC MOTOR
6)-1

W A R N IN G

Do not touch the OC MOTOR immediately after using the printer, or you may burn your hand. Allow the motor to cool enough to work with it.

6)-2

6)-1

1. 2. 3. 4.

Remove the UPPER UNIT. (p.75) Tilt up the rear of the PR MECHA ASY and support it using the tilt bar. (Refer to "PR MECHA ASY" (p.87).) Release the OC MOTOR cable from the three cable clamps on the bottom rear of the PR MECHA ASY. Disconnect the OC MOTOR connector from the SENSOR BOARD UNIT (CNO/C: 5 pins), and pull out the OC MOTOR cable through the hole of the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. Release the OC MOTOR cable from the hook of the HCPP SENSOR UNIT and the cable clamp on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. Remove the two screws that secure the OC MOTOR to the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, and remove the OC MOTOR while sliding it so as not to interfere with the front gear. C.P.(S-P1) 3x6: 2 screws When removing or installing the OC MOTOR, be careful not to damage the front gear. After installing the OC MOTOR, confirm that the CR MOTOR pinion gear is securely engaged with the front gear
[Front side] OC MOTOR

5. 6.

C A U T IO N

4)-1

Be sure to perform the following maintenance after removing or replacing the OC MOTOR. 1. Lubrication on the sliding part of the OC gear and stud (p.xx)
SENSOR BOARD UNIT [Rear side]

Figure 4-45. OC MOTOR Removal

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Revision A

4.2.3.12 HCPP MOTOR


W A R N IN G

Do not touch the HCPP MOTOR immediately after using the printer, or you may burn your hand. Allow the motor to cool enough to work with it.

1. 2. 3. 4.

Remove the UPPER UNIT. (p.75) Tilt up the rear of the PR MECHA ASY and support it using the tilt bar. (Refer to "PR MECHA ASY" (p.87).) Release the HCPP MOTOR cable from the three cable clamps on the bottom rear of the PR MECHA ASY. Disconnect the HCPP MOTOR connector from the SENSOR BOARD UNIT (CNHCPP: 5 pins), and pull out the HCPP MOTOR cable through the hole on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. Release the HCPP MOTOR cable from the cable clamp on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. Remove the two screws that secure the HCPP MOTOR to the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, and remove the HCPP MOTOR while sliding it so as not to interfere with the front gear. C.P.(S-P1) 3x6: 2 screws
HCPP MOTOR 6)-2

6)-1 6)-1

5. 6.

Cable clamp

C A U T IO N

When removing or installing the HCPP MOTOR, be careful not to damage the front gear. After installing the HCPP MOTOR, confirm that the HCPP MOTOR pinion gear is securely engaged with the front gear

[Front side]

SENSOR BOARD UNIT

4)-1

[Rear side]

Figure 4-46. HCPP MOTOR Removal

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Revision A

4.2.3.13 APTC UNIT


1. 2. 3. 4. Remove the UPPER UNIT. (p.75) Tilt up the rear of the PR MECHA ASY and support it using the tilt bar. (Refer to "PR MECHA ASY" (p.87).) Release the APTC UNIT cable from the three cable clamps on the bottom rear of the PR MECHA ASY. Disconnect the APTC UNIT connector from the SENSOR BOARD UNIT (CNAPTCS: 4 pins), and pull out the APTC UNIT cable through the hole on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. Slide the Slide cam located on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT toward the Front Tractor. Release the APTC UNIT cable from the hook of the HCPP SENSOR UNIT and the cable clamp on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. Remove the two screws that secure the APTC UNIT to the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, and remove the APTC UNIT. C.B.S. 3x6: 2 screws When installing the APTC UNIT, match the positioning holes of the APTC UNIT with the dowels.
o ract nt T Fro

Dowel

7)-1

7)-1 7)-2

5. 6. 7.

APTC UNIT [Front side]

Dowel

6)-1 Hooks

SENSOR BOARD UNIT

5)

[Rear side]
A D J U S T M E N T R E Q U IR E D

4)-1

After removing the APTC UNIT, be sure to perform the following maintenance and adjustments. 1. Lubrication on the gear shaft bearing (p.xx) 2. Installation adjustment of the APG UNIT (p.xx) 3. APG paper thickness adjustment (p.xx) 4. APG detection position adjustment (p.xx)

Figure 4-47. APTC UNIT Removal

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Revision A

4.2.3.14 TRACTOR UNIT


SENSOR BOARD UNIT [Front side]

Reassembly Cable Clamp

Tractor Shaft

TRACTOR FL UNIT/TRACTOR FR UNIT


1. 2. 3. Remove the PR MECHA ASY. (p.87) Position the Tractor locks of both the TRACTOR FL UNIT and TRACTOR FR UNIT at FREE. Lift the two Center guides upward, and remove them from the Sub shaft and the Tractor shaft.
C H E C K P O IN T

FTRPE Sensor Cable 5)-1 [Rear side] Left Side Right Side

Since the TRACTOR FR UNIT is not equipped with a sensor, procedures 4 through 7 are not required when removing only the TRACTOR FR UNIT.
TRACTOR FL UNIT TRACTOR FR UNIT

4. 5.

Release the FTRPE sensor cable from the three cable clamps on the bottom rear of the printer. Disconnect the FTRPE sensor connector from the SENSOR BOARD UNIT (CNFTRPES: 3 pins), and pull out the FTRPE sensor cable to the outside through the hole on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. Release the FTRPE sensor cable from the cable clamp on the outside of the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. Pull out the FTRPE sensor cable to the inside through the hole on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, and then release the FTRPE sensor cable from the clamp on the inside of the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. Secure the FTRPE sensor cable with the cable clamps, making length adjustments to meet the following conditions: Too much tension should not be applied to the cable when moving the TRACTOR FL UNIT to the right. The cable should not interfere with the Tractor shaft when moving the TRACTOR FL UNIT to the left.
7)-2

Tractor Shaft

3)-2 7)-1 2) 3)-1 Center Guide Sub Shaft

2)

6. 7.

6) 4)

5)-2

Figure 4-48. TRACTOR FL UNIT/TRACTOR FR UNIT Removal (1)

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8. Remove the two screws that secure the Sub shaft, move the Sub shaft to the recess holes on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT and SIDE FRAME, RIGHT, and then pull out the Sub shaft. C.P.(S-P1) 3x10: 2 screws 9. Remove the E-ring that secures the right end of the Tractor shaft, and remove the washer, detent spring, and the bearing. When installing the Tractor shaft, attach the detent spring in the direction shown in Figure 4-49
Washer E-Ring

Revision A

Reassembly Tractor Shaft

Detent spring

9) 8)-1

10. Pull out the Tractor shaft to the left. The TRACTOR FL UNIT and TRACTOR FR UNIT have phases respectively. Align the phase marks of the TRACTOR FL UNIT and TRACTOR FR UNIT before installing the Tractor shaft.
10)

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

After removing the TRACTOR FL UNIT and TRACTOR FR UNIT, be sure to perform the following adjustments. 1. Front/Rear-feed print adjustment (p.XX) 2. Auto load position adjustment (p.xx) 3. APG paper thickness adjustment (p.xx) 4. APG detection position adjustment (p.xx)

8)-2 8)-1 Phase mark

Reassembly

Recess hole

Figure 4-49. TRACTOR FL UNIT/TRACTOR FR UNIT Removal (2)

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TRACTOR RL UNIT/TRACTOR RR UNIT


1. 2. 3. 4. Remove the PR MECHA ASY. (p.87) Remove the SP MOTOR ASY. (p.93) Remove the FAN3 MOTOR. (Refer to "FAN MOTORS (FAN1 MOTOR to FAN4 MOTOR)" (p.141).) Position the Tractor locks of both the TRACTOR FL UNIT and TRACTOR FR UNIT at FREE.
C H E C K P O IN T

SENSOR BOARD UNIT

[Front side]

RTRPE Sensor Cable

4)

7)

6)-1 TRACTOR RR UNIT

[Rear side]

Since the TRACTOR RR UNIT is not equipped with a sensor, procedures 5 through 7 are not required when removing only the TRACTOR RR UNIT.

TRACTOR RL UNIT

5. 6.

Release the RTRPE sensor cable from the two cable clamps on the bottom rear of the printer. Disconnect the RTRPE sensor connector from the SENSOR BOARD UNIT (CNFTRPES: 3 pins), and pull out the RTRPE sensor cable to the outside through the hole on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. Pull out the RTRPE sensor cable to the inside through the hole on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. Route the RTRPE sensor cable, making length adjustments to meet the following conditions: Too much tension should not be applied to the cable when moving the TRACTOR RL UNIT to the left. The cable should not interfere with the Tractor shaft when moving the TRACTOR RL UNIT to the right.
6)-2

7.

Reassembly Tractor Shaft

Right Side 5) Left Side

Figure 4-50. TRACTOR RL UNIT/TRACTOR RR UNIT Removal (1)

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8. 9. Remove the OC slide cam L. (Refer to "DV ROLLER UNIT" (p.110).) Remove the E-ring that secures the Pulley gear to the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, and remove the Pulley gear.
Pulley Gear

Revision A

TR Gear 2 Bearings

10. Release the two hooks that secure the TR gear 2 to the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, and remove the TR gear 2 and the bearing. 11. Release the two hooks that secure the TR gear 3 to the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, and remove the TR gear 3 and the bearing. The left and right R tractors, TR gear 2, and TR gear 3 have phases respectively. When installing the TR gear 2 and TR gear 3, horizontalize the two hooks on the outside of the R tractor and attach the TR gear 2 with TR gear 3 with their phases aligned. 12. Remove the two screws that secure the Sub shaft, move it up to the recess holes of the SIDE FRAME, LEFT and SIDE FRAME, RIGHT, and then pull out the Sub shaft. C.P.(S-P1) 3x10: 2 screws 13. Pull out the two Tractor shaft toward left together with the bearings. The TRACTOR RL UNIT and TRACTOR RR UNIT have phases respectively. Align the phase marks of the TRACTOR RL UNIT and TRACTOR RR UNIT before installing the Tractor shaft.
13) E-Ring 12)-1

10) 11) Hooks

TR Gear 3

Recess hole

12)-1

12)-2 R Tractor Hooks

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

TR Gear 2

After removing the TRACTOR RL UNIT and TRACTOR RR UNIT, be sure to perform the following adjustments. 1. LF BELT tension adjustment (p.xx) 2. Front/Rear-feed print adjustment (p.XX) 3. Auto load position adjustment (p.xx) 4. APG paper thickness adjustment (p.xx) 5. APG detection position adjustment (p.xx)

Phase mark

Phase mark of the TRACTOR RL (RR) UNIT

TR Gear 3

Figure 4-51. TRACTOR RL UNIT/TRACTOR RR UNIT Removal (2)

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4.2.3.15 DV ROLLER UNIT


DV ROLLER R ASY

DV ROLLER F ASY
1. 2. 3. Remove the PR MECHA ASY. (p.87) Remove the TPE HOLDER ASY. (p.134) Remove the four screws that secure the Back stay ASY, and remove the PTRM SWITCH ASY together with the Back stay ASY. (Refer to "PTRM SWITCH ASY" (p.139).) Remove the three screws that secure the SP MOTOR ASY to the bracket of the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT, and release the SP MOTOR ASY. (Refer to "SP MOTOR ASY" (p.93).) Remove the screw that secures the Tension pulley unit to the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, and remove the Tension pulley unit and the LF BELT. (Refer to "LF BELT" (p.99).) C.P.(S-P1) 3x8: 1 screw 6. 7. Remove the E-ring that secures the left end of the DV ROLLER ASY, and remove the Belt guide and the DV gear. Remove the E-ring that secures the Tension pulley to the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, and remove the Tension pulley.
7)-1 E-ring 7)-2 Tension pulley 6)-1 E-ring 6)-2 Belt guide

6)-3 DV gear

4.

5.

5)-1

LF BELT

Tension pulley unit

Figure 4-52. DV ROLLER F ASY Removal (1)

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8. Remove the screw that secures the OC SENSOR BR UNIT, and remove the OC SENSOR UNIT. (Refer to "OC SENSOR BR UNIT" (p.137).) C.B.S. 3x6: 1 screw When removing the OC SENSOR BR UNIT, be careful not to interfere with the flag of the OC slide cam L.
9)-2 DV gear 11)-1 OC slide cam L

Revision A

11)-2 OC cam

8) OC SENSOR BR UNIT NIP roller shaft

C A U T IO N

9.

Remove the E-ring that secures the left end of the DV ROLLER F ASY, and remove the DV gear.

9)-1 E-ring

10. Remove the NIP gear from the NIP roller shaft. 11. Remove the OC slide cam L, and remove the OC cam from the DV ROLLER F ASY. 12. Remove the E-ring that secures the Bearing FL to the NIP roller shaft, and remove the Bearing FL.
NIP gear 10) E-ring 12)-1 Bearing FL 12)-2

DV ROLLER F ASY

Figure 4-53. DV ROLLER F ASY Removal (2)

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13. Remove the two screws that secure the NIP bracket unit to the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT, and remove the NIP bracket unit. C.B.S. 3x6: 2 screws 14. Release the two hooks that secure the DV gear R to the right end of the DV ROLLER R ASY, and remove the DV gear R, detent spring, and washer. 15. Remove the E-ring that secures the right end of the DV ROLLER F ASY, and remove the washer and detent spring. 16. Remove the OC slide cam R, and remove the OC cam and Bearing FR from the DV ROLLER F ASY.
14)-3 Detent spring 14)-2 DV gear R 14)-4 Washer Hooks 16)-1 OC slide cam R 16)-3 Bearing FR 14)-1 DV gear R

Revision A

DV ROLLER R ASY

15)-1 E-ring

16)-2 OC cam Washer 15)-2

13)-1

13)-1 Detent spring 15)-3 NIP bracket unit DV ROLLER F ASY

Figure 4-54. DV ROLLER F ASY Removal (3)

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17. Remove the two screws that secure the Lower guide F ASY to the SIDE FRAME, LEFT / RIGHT. C.B.S. 3x6: 2 screws Only remove the two screws without removing the Lower guide F ASY.
18)-1 18)-3

Revision A

Right side

Left side

C H E C K P O IN T

18. Slide the DV ROLLER ASY to the left side to pull out its right-side shaft from the shaft hole, and lift the right-side shaft upward through the clearance shown in Figure 4-56, and then pull out the left-side shaft from the shaft hole to remove the DV ROLLER ASY.

DV ROLLER F ASY

17)

Lower guide F ASY 18)-2

17)

Figure 4-56. DV ROLLER F ASY Removal (5)

Figure 4-55. DV ROLLER F ASY Removal (4)

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Revision A

The OC slide cam L and OC cam, and the OC slide cam R and OC cam have phases respectively. Refer to the figure below and install them so that the center of the phase mark on the OC cam aligns with the window of the OC slide cam L (R).
OC slide cam L OC slide cam R

OC cam Left side Right side

Window of OC slide cam L (R) and phase mark on OC cam

Figure 4-57. Reassembly the OC slide cam

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

Be sure to perform the following maintenance and adjustments after removing the DV ROLLER F ASY. 1. Lubrication on the gear and bearing (P.XX) 2. LF BELT tension adjustment (P.XX) 3. SP BELT tension adjustment (P.XX)

Disassembly and Assembly

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DV ROLLER R ASY
1. 2. 3. Remove the PR MECHA ASY. (p.87) Remove the TPE HOLDER ASY. (p.134) Remove the four screws that secure the Back stay ASY, and remove the PTRM SWITCH ASY together with the Back stay ASY. (Refer to "PTRM SWITCH ASY" (p.139).) Remove the three screws that secure the SM MOTOR ASY to the bracket of the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT, and release the SP MOTOR ASY. (Refer to "SP MOTOR ASY" (p.93).) Remove the screw that secures the Tension pulley unit to the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, and remove the Tension pulley unit and the LF BELT. (Refer to "LF BELT" (p.99).) C.P.(S-P1) 3x8: 1 screw 6. 7. Remove the E-ring that secures the left end of the DV ROLLER R ASY, and remove the Belt guide and the DV gear. Remove the E-ring that secures the Tension pulley to the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, and remove the Tension pulley.
LF BELT 7)-2 Tension pulley 7)-1 E-ring 6)-1 E-ring 6)-2 Belt guide 6)-3 DV gear

DV ROLLER R ASY

4.

5.

5)-1

Tension pulley unit

Figure 4-58. DV ROLLER R ASY Removal (1)

Disassembly and Assembly

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8. Remove the screw that secures the OC SENSOR BR UNIT, and remove the OC SENSOR BR UNIT. (Refer to "OC SENSOR BR UNIT" (p.137).) C.B.S. 3x6: 1 screw When removing the OC SENSOR BR UNIT, be careful not to interfere with the flag of the OC slide cam L.
9)-2 DV gear 11)-1 OC slide cam L

Revision A

11)-2 Bearing RL

8) OC SENSOR BR UNIT DV ROLLER R ASY

C A U T IO N

9.

Remove the E-ring that secures the left end of the DV ROLLER F ASY, and remove the DV gear.

9)-1 E-ring

10. Remove the NIP gear from the NIP roller shaft. 11. Remove the OC slide cam L, and remove the Bearing RL from the DV ROLLER R ASY.

NIP gear 10) DV ROLLER F ASY NIP roller shaft

Figure 4-59. DV ROLLER R ASY Removal (2)

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12. Remove the E-ring that secures the left end of the OC shaft, and remove the OC gear1, bending washer, washer, and the OC Bearing L. 13. Remove the E-ring that secures the left end of the NIP roller shaft R, and remove the Collar.
OC shaft 12)-4 Washer 12)-5 OC Bearing L

Revision A

12)-3 Bending washer

12)-2 OC gear1

E-ring 12)-1

NIP roller shaft R

Collar 13)-2

E-ring 13)-1

Figure 4-60. DV ROLLER R ASY Removal (3)

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14. Remove the two screws that secure the NIP bracket unit to the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT, and remove the NIP bracket unit. C.B.S. 3x6: 2 screws 15. Release the hook that secures the DV gear R to the right end of the DV ROLLER R ASY, and remove the DV gear R, detent spring, and washer. 16. Remove the E-ring that secures the right end of the DV ROLLER ASY, and remove the washer and detent spring. 17. Remove the OC slide cam R, and remove the Bearing RR from the DV ROLLER R ASY.
15)-3 Detent spring 15)-2 DV gear R 15)-4 Washer Hooks 17)-1 OC slide cam R

Revision A

15)-1

DV gear R

DV ROLLER R ASY

17)-2

16)-1 E-ring Bearing RR

Washer 16)-2

14)-1

14)-1 NIP bracket unit DV ROLLER F ASY

Detent spring 16)-3

Figure 4-61. DV ROLLER R ASY Removal (4)

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18. Remove the E-ring that secures the right end of the NIP roller shaft R, and remove the NIP gear R2. 19. Remove the E-ring that secures the Collar to the NIP roller shaft R, and remove the Collar. 20. Remove the E-ring that secures the right end of the OC shaft, and remove the OC gear 1 and OC Bearing R.
19)-1 E-ring 18)-1 E-ring

Revision A

18)-2 OC gear1 18)-3 OC Bearing R OC shaft

E-ring 19)-2

E-ring 20)-1

Collar 20)-2

NIP roller shaft R

Figure 4-62. DV ROLLER R ASY Removal (5)

Disassembly and Assembly

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21. Remove the E-ring that secures the left end of the OC shaft to the inside of the Upper guide R unit. 22. Remove the right and left E-rings that secure the right and left ends of the NIP roller shaft to the inside of the Upper guide R unit. 23. Release the hooks (2 places each) that secure the right and left Upper guide R (L) spring, and remove the Upper guide R (L) spring.

Revision A

Left side Upper guide R spring

Right side Upper guide L spring

21) E-ring

21) E-ring

21) E-ring

OC shaft

Upper guide R unit

NIP roller shaft R

Figure 4-63. DV ROLLER R ASY Removal (6)

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24. Slide the OC shaft and the NIP roller shaft R to the right side, and pull out the leftside shafts from the shaft holes on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. 25. Lift the left end of the Upper guide R unit to release it from the PR MECHA ASY, slide the Upper guide R unit to the left side to pull out the right-side shaft from the shaft hole, and then remove the Upper guide R unit.

Revision A

25)-1

25)-2

Upper guide R unit OC shaft

24)

Right side NIP roller shaft R

Left side

Figure 4-65. DV ROLLER R ASY Removal (8)

Figure 4-64. DV ROLLER R ASY Removal (7)

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26. Remove the four screws that secure the Lower guide R, and remove the Lower guide R in the direction of the arrow. C.B.S. 3x6: 4 screws 27. Slide the DV ROLLER R ASY to the left side to pull out the right-side shaft form the shaft hole on the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT, and then pull out the left-side shaft from the shaft hole to remove the DV ROLLER R ASY.

Revision A

DV ROLLER R ASY

27)-2

27)-1

OC shaft Lower guide R 26)-1 26)-2 26)-1 26)-1 26)-1

Figure 4-67. DV ROLLER R ASY Removal (10)

Figure 4-66. DV ROLLER R ASY Removal (9)

Disassembly and Assembly

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Revision A

The OC slide cam L and OC cam, and the OC slide cam R and OC cam have phases respectively. Refer to the figure below and install them so that the center of the phase mark on the OC cam aligns with the window of the OC slide cam L (R).
OC slide cam L OC slide cam R

OC cam Left side Right side

Window of OC slide cam L (R) and phase mark of OC cam

Figure 4-68. Reassembly the OC slide cam

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

Be sure to perform the following maintenance and adjustments after removing the DV ROLLER F ASY. 1. Lubrication on the gear and bearing (P.XX) 2. LF BELT tension adjustment (P.XX) 3. SP BELT tension adjustment (P.XX)

Disassembly and Assembly

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Revision A

4.2.3.16 CARRIER CABLE UNIT


W A R N IN G

Do not touch the motors and the PRINT HEAD immediately after using the printer, or you may burn your hand. Allow them to cool enough to work with them.

Cable clamp

C A U T IO N

A ferrite core is attached to the CARRIER CABLE UNIT for preventing electric magnetic interference. Handle the CARRIER CABLE UNIT with care when removing or installing it.
3)-1

1. 2. 3.

Remove the PR MECHA ASY. (p.87) Release the cables from the two cable clamps on the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT. Remove the screw that secures the CR cable cover, and remove the CR cable cover. XXX: 1 screw
6 Hooks CARRIER CABLE UNIT 3)-2

Cable clamp

4. 5.

Release the six hooks that secure the Cable cover to the frame, ane remove the Cable cover. Slide the Cable holder in the direction of the arrow to remove it.
Cable cover

CR cable cover 4)

Cable holder CARRIER CABLE UNIT

5)

Figure 4-69. CARRIER CABLE UNIT Removal (1) Disassembly and Assembly Main Components Disassembly 124

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6. 7. Slowly pull out the CARRIER CABLE UNIT through the holes on the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT. (2 places) Remove the three screws that secure the Carrier holder to the CARRIER UNIT using the No.1 screwdriver. C.P.(S-P1) 2.5x8: 2 screws C.F. 2.5x4: 1 screw 8. Lift the front side of the carrier holder, disconnect the CARRIER CABLE UNIT from the connector on the Carrier PCB, and then remove the Carrier holder (Refer to "CARD GUIDE ASY" (p.90).) Release the two hooks that secure the cable cover of the CARRIER CABLE UNIT to the Carrier holder, and remove the CARRIER CABLE UNIT.
9)-1

Revision A

7) C.P.(S-P1)

7) C.F.

9.

Hooks

Carrier holder

9)-2

6)-2 Pull out to the inside. CARRIER CABLE UNIT 6)-1 Pull out to the outside.

CARRIER CABLE UNIT

Figure 4-70. CARRIER CABLE UNIT Removal (2) Figure 4-71. CARRIER CABLE UNIT Removal (3)

Disassembly and Assembly

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Revision A

4.2.3.17 CARRIER UNIT


Stay shaft
Do not touch the motors and the PRINT HEAD immediately after using the printer, or you may burn your hand. Allow them to cool enough to work with them.
SS Bearing

W A R N IN G

C A U T IO N

A ferrite core is attached to the CARRIER CABLE UNIT for preventing electric magnetic interference. Handle the CARRIER CABLE UNIT with care when removing or installing it.
6)

6)

Stay shaft

6)

SS Gear

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Remove the PR MECHA ASY. (p.87) Remove the PRINT HEAD. (p.89) Remove the CES SCALE. (p.96) Remove the SP MOTOR ASY. (p.93) Remove the APTC UNIT. (p.105) Remove the four screws that secure the Stay shaft to the SIDE FRAME, LEFT together with the SS bearing. C.B.S. 3x6: 4 screws

6)

Figure 4-72. Stay shaft Removal (1)


Caution SS Bearing APTC HP sensor

7. 8.

Rotate the SS gear to the position where the SS gear flag does not interfere with the APTC HP sensor. Hold the SS bearing on the left end of the Stay shaft to slide the Stay shaft leftward until its right end is released from the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT.
SS gear flag

C A U T IO N

When releasing the end of the Stay shaft from the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT, pull out the Stay shaft straight without rotating it. Otherwise, the SS bearing may hit and damage the APTC HP sensor.

Figure 4-73. Stay shaft Removal (2)

Disassembly and Assembly

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9. Hold both the SS bearing on the left end of the Stay shaft and the bearing on the right end, slowly pull out the Stay shaft to the left rotating it until the right end of the Stay shaft reaches close to the CARRIER UNIT. When pulling and rotating the Stay shaft, be careful not to damage the Stay shaft with the hole (through hole for the Stay shaft) on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT.
Handling point Stay shaft Handling point

Revision A

C A U T IO N

10. Remove the bearing and washer on the right end of the Stay shaft, and then slowly pull out the Stay shaft from both the CARRIER UNIT and the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. The Stay shaft should be touched as less as possible. When inserting the Stay shaft, be careful not to damage the surface of the Stay shaft with the hole of the SIDE FRAME, LEFT.

C A U T IO N

SP washer

CARRIER UNIT Stay shaft Caution

Bearing

Be careful not to damage the Stay shaft with the hole.

Figure 4-74. Stay shaft Removal (3)

Disassembly and Assembly

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CARRIER UNIT
11. Release the cables from the two cable clamps on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. 12. Remove the screw that secures the CR cable cover, and remove the CR cable cover. XXX: 1 screw 13. Release the six hooks that secure the Cable cover to the frame, ane remove the Cable cover. 14. Slide the Cable holder in the direction of the arrow to remove it.
12)-1 Cable clamp CARRIER CABLE UNIT 12)-2 6 Hooks CR cable cover 13) Cable clamp

Cable cover

Cable holder CARRIER CABLE UNIT

14)

Figure 4-75. CARRIER UNIT Removal (1) Disassembly and Assembly Main Components Disassembly 128

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15. Slowly pull out the CARRIER CABLE UNIT through the holes of the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT. (2 places) 16. Remove the CARRIER UNIT together with the CARRIER CABLE UNIT and the SP BELT. After removing the CARRIER UNIT, be sure to perform the following maintenance and adjustments. 1. Gap adjustment between the print head and the platen (p.xx) 2. Lubrication on the washer-contact face of the SS gear (p.xx) 3. Lubrication on both sides of the Guide stay (p.xx) 4. Lubrication on the oil felt (p.xx)

Revision A

16) CARRIER UNIT

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

15)-2 Pull out to the inside. CARRIER CABLE UNIT 15)-1 Pull out to the outside.

Figure 4-76. CARRIER UNIT Removal (2)

Disassembly and Assembly

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4.2.3.18 Sensors
PJS HOLDER ASY
1. 2. 3. 4. Remove the PR MECHA ASY. (p.87) Remove the Stay shaft. (Refer to "CARRIER UNIT" (p.126).) Release the PJ sensor cable from the two cable clamps on the bottom rear of the printer. Disconnect the PJ sensor connector from the SENSOR BOARD UNIT (CNPJS: 3 pins), and pull out the PJ sensor cable to the outside through the hole on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. Draw the PJ sensor cable to the inside through the hole on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. Pull out the PJ sensor cable from the cutout on the left side of the PR MECHA ASY, and release the PJ sensor cable from the hook. Route the PJ sensor cable behind the two Tractor shafts as shown in Figure 4-78
[Front Side] SENSOR BOARD UNIT 4)-1 [Front side]

6)-1

Hook

6)-2 [Rear side] NIP Shaft F

5. 6.

7.

Remove the three screws that secure the NIP shaft F. C.B.S. 3x8: 3 screws Screw the NIP shaft F securely with its flat-surfaces on both ends facing downward.
7) NIP Shaft F Tractor Shaft 7)

7)

PJ sensor Cable

Flat surface 3) 5)

4)-2

Figure 4-77. NIP Shaft F Installation Orientation

Figure 4-78. PJS HOLDER ASY Removal (1) 130

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8. 9. Remove the PJS HOLDER ASY from the PJS ROLLER. Move the CARRIER UNIT to the right side of the PR MECHA ASY, and remove the NIP shaft F together with the NIP spring holder F (x3), NIP spring (x3), PJS HOLDER ASY, and the PJS spring. Match the I-shaped legs of the NIP Spring F (x3) and the PJS spring with the grooves of the NIP spring holder F (x3) and the PJS HOLDER ASY (2 each). Face the L-shaped legs of the NIP Spring F (x3) and the PJS spring to the front side of the PR MECHA ASY, and match the ribs (2 places each) and notches of the NIP spring holder F (x3) and the PJS holder spring. Route the PJS sensor cable as shown in Figure 4-79
[Front Side] NIP Shaft F

Revision A

9)-1

9)-2

PJS Spring NIP Spring F PJS HOLDER ASY 8)

NIP Spring Holder F

PJS Roller [Front Side]

Reassembly

I-shaped legs

PJS Sensor Cable

Rib Groov

L-shaped legs

Figure 4-79. PJS HOLDER ASY Removal (2) Disassembly and Assembly Main Components Disassembly 131

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10. Pull the NIP spring holder F (x1) and the NIP spring F (x1) out of the NIP shaft F. 11. Pull the PJS HOLDER ASY and the PJS spring out of the NIP shaft F, and remove the PJS HOLDER ASY.
C A U T IO N

Revision A

The NIP spring F and the PJS spring vary in shape (differ in the number of coil turns). Do not mix up the NIP spring F and the PJS spring when installing them.
PJS HOLDER ASY

11)

10)

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

Be sure to perform the following adjustments after removing the PJS HOLDER ASY. 1. APG paper thickness adjustment (p.xx) 2. APG detection position adjustment (p.xx) 3. Gap adjustment between the print head and the platen (p.xx)

NIP spring F

PJS spring ((has one turn more)

Figure 4-80. PJS HOLDER ASY Removal (3)

Disassembly and Assembly

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Revision A

PJS ROLLER
1. 2. Remove the PJS HOLDER ASY. (p.130) Remove the following parts installed on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. (Perform Step 4 through 12 in "DV ROLLER F ASY". (p.110) Tension pulley unit, LF BELT, Belt guide, DV gear, Tension pulley, NIP gear, OC slide cam, OC cam, Bearing FL 3. 4. Remove the E-rings on both ends of the NIP roller ASY. Slide the NIP roller ASY to the left side to pull out the right-end shaft from the shaft hole, and then pull out the left-end shaft from the shaft hole to remove the NIP roller ASY. Release the two tabs that secure the NIP roller F, and pull the NIP roller F out of the NIP roller shaft F. Pull the PJS ROLLER out of the NIP roller shaft F.
2) NIP gear DV gear LF BELT Belt guide OC slide cam L Right Side PJS ROLLER 5)-1 [Front Side] 6) NIP Roller ASY Left Side 4) 5)-2 NIP Roller Shaft F NIP roller F 5)-1 NIP Roller F

5. 6.

3) 3) Tension pulley

E-ring DV gear Tension pulley unit OC cam Bearing FL

E-ring

Figure 4-81. PJS ROLLER Removal (1)

Figure 4-82. PJS ROLLER Removal (2)

Disassembly and Assembly

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Revision A

TPE HOLDER ASY


W A R N IN G

Disconnect the power cable before disassembling the POWER UNIT. If you touch the POWER UNIT with the power supplied, you may receive an electric shock.

C A U T IO N

Do not touch the motors immediately after using the printer, or you may burn your hand. Allow the motors to cool enough to work with them.
TPE sensor Cable Cable Clamp

5)-2

1. 2. 3. 4.

Remove the UPPER UNIT. (p.75) Tilt up the rear of the PR MECHA ASY and support it using the tilt bar. (Refer to "PR MECHA ASY" (p.87).) Release the TPE sensor cable from the two cable clamps on the rear bottom of the printer. Disconnect the TPE sensor connector from the SENSOR BOARD UNIT (CNTPES: 3 pins), and pull out the TPE sensor cable to the outside through the hole on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. Release the TPE sensor cable from the cable clamp on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, and push the TPE sensor cable inside through the hole on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT.

4)-2

5.

SENSOR BOARD UNIT

[Front side]

2) 4)-1 [Rear side]

Figure 4-83. TPE HOLDER ASY Removal (1)

Disassembly and Assembly

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6. 7. Release the TPE sensor cable from the hook of the Upper guide R unit. Release the hook of the TPE HOLDER ASY, and tilt the TPE HOLDER ASY toward you, pull out the TPE sensor cable from behind the Paper eject roller, and remove the TPE HOLDER ASY. Match the rib of the TPE HOLDER ASY with the cutout of the Upper guide R unit.
6) TPE sensor Cable 7)-3

Revision A

Hook Paper Eject Roller

TPE HOLDER ASY 7)-1

7)-2

Upper guide R unit

Reassembly

Cutout

Figure 4-84. TPE HOLDER ASY Removal (2)

Disassembly and Assembly

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Revision A

APTC HP UNIT
W A R N IN G

SENSOR BOARD UNIT 4)-1

[Front side] 5) SS Gear

Disconnect the power cable before disassembling the POWER UNIT. If you touch the POWER UNIT with the power supplied, you may receive an electric shock.

C A U T IO N

Do not touch the motors immediately after using it, or you may burn your hand. Allow the motors to cool enough to work with them.

5) [Rear side]

1. 2. 3. 4.

Remove the UPPER UNIT. (p.75) Tilt up the rear of the PR MECHA ASY and support it using the tilt bar. (Refer to "PR MECHA ASY" (p.87).) Release the APTC HP sensor cable from the three cable clamps on the rear bottom of the printer. Disconnect the APTC HP sensor connector from the SENSOR BOARD UNIT (CNAPTCHPS: 3 pins), and pull out the APTC HP sensor cable to the outside through the hole on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. Release the APTC HP sensor cable from the two cable clamps and the hook of the HCPP SENSOR UNIT that secure the APTC HP sensor to the SIDE FRAME, LEFT.
C A U T IO N
6)-1 APTC HP UNIT Half-round part

5.

When routing the APTC HP sensor cable, be careful not to pull it too much and not to interfere with the SS gear.

6.

Remove the screw that secures the APTC HP UNIT, and remove the APTC HP UNIT. C.B.S. 3x6: 1 screw When installing the APTC HP UNT, match the half-round part on the frame of the APTC HP UNIT with the positioning shaft. When installing the OC slide cam L and OC slide cam R, their phases should to be aligned. (Refer to "DV ROLLER UNIT" (p.110).)
3) 5)

4)-2

Figure 4-85. APTC HP UNIT Removal

Disassembly and Assembly

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Revision A

OC SENSOR BR UNIT
SENSOR BOARD UNIT [Front side] Reassembly OC sensor 1 (Black Connector) OC sensor 2 (Blue Connector)

W A R N IN G

Disconnect the power cable before disassembling the POWER UNIT. If you touch the POWER UNIT with the power supplied, you may receive an electric shock.

4)-1

CNOCS1

CNOCS2

C A U T IO N

Do not touch the motors immediately after using the printer, or you may burn your hand. Allow the motors to cool enough to work with them.

[Rear side]

1. 2. 3. 4.

Remove the UPPER UNIT. (p.75) Tilt up the rear of the PR MECHA ASY and support it using the tilt bar. (Refer to "PR MECHA ASY" (p.87).) Release both the OC sensor 1 and OC sensor 2 cables from the two cable clamps on the bottom rear of the printer. Disconnect both the OC sensor 1 and OC sensor 2 connectors from the connectors on the SENSOR BOARD UNIT, and pull out both the OC sensor 1 and OC sensor 2 cables outside through the hole on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. OC sensor 1 (CNOCS1: 3 Pin) OC sensor 2 (CNOCS2: 3 Pin)

Dowels OC SENSOR BR UNIT

5. 6.

Release both the OC sensor 1 and OC sensor 2 cables from the cable clamp on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. Remove the screw that secures the OC SENSOR BR UNIT, and remove the OC SENSOR BR UNIT. C.B.S. 3x6: 1 screw Be sure to connect the OC sensor 1 and OC sensor 2 connectors to their corresponding position on the SENSOR BOARD UNIT. When installing the OC SENSOR BR UNIT, match the positioning holes of the OC SENSOR BR UNIT with the dowels.
5)

6)-1

4)-2 3)

Figure 4-86. APTC HP UNIT Removal

Disassembly and Assembly

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Revision A

HCPP SENSOR UNIT


W A R N IN G

Disconnect the power cable before disassembling the POWER UNIT. If you touch the POWER UNIT with the power supplied, you may receive an electric shock.
3)

C A U T IO N

Do not touch the motors immediately after using the printer, or you may burn your hand. Allow the motors to cool enough to work with them.

4)-2

1. 2. 3. 4.

Remove the UPPER UNIT. (p.75) Tilt up the rear of the PR MECHA ASY and support it using the tilt bar. (Refer to "PR MECHA ASY" (p.87).) Release the HCPP sensor cable from the three cable clamps on the bottom rear of the printer. Disconnect the HCPP sensor connector from the SENSOR BOARD UNIT (CNPPSS: 3 pins), pull out the HCPP sensor cable to the outside through the hole on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, and release the HCPP sensor cable from the cable clamp. Remove the screw that secures the HCPP SENSOR UNIT, release all the harnesses from the hook of the HCPP SENSOR UNIT, and remove the HCPP SENSOR UNIT. C.B.S. 3x6: 1 screw To prevent the HCPP sensor harness from being broken by the hook of the HCPP SENSOR UNIT, pull the protection tube near the HCPP sensor. When installing the HCPP SENSOR UNIT, match the positioning holes of the HCPP SENSOR UNIT to the dowels.
Reassembly Protection tube Dowels 5)-2

5.

HCPP SENSOR UNIT

5)-1

4)-3 SENSOR BOARD UNIT 4)-1 [Front side]

[Rear side]

Figure 4-87. HCPP SENSOR UNIT Removal

Disassembly and Assembly

Main Components Disassembly

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Revision A

PTRM SWITCH ASY


W A R N IN G

SENSOR BOARD UNIT

[Front side] 5)-1 3)-1 Side Frame UL Rib

Disconnect the power cable before disassembling the POWER UNIT. If you touch the POWER UNIT with the power supplied, you may receive an electric shock.

Dowels

C A U T IO N

Do not touch the motors immediately after using the printer, or you may burn your hand. Allow the motors to cool enough to work with them.
Rib

3)-1 [Rear side] Side Frame UR 3)-1

1. 2. 3.

Remove the UPPER UNIT. (p.75) Tilt up the rear of the PR MECHA ASY and support it using the tilt bar. (Refer to "PR MECHA ASY" (p.87).) Remove the two screws that secure the Side frame UL to the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, and remove the Side frame UL. (Remove the Side frame UR in the same way.) C.B.S. 3x6: 2 screws When installing the Side frame UL (UR), match the rib of the Side frame UL (UR) with the positioning hole. When installing the Side frame UL (UR), match the positioning holes of the Side frame UL (UR) with the dowels.
C H E C K P O IN T
3)-1

Dowels

When performing the following procedures, release the TPE sensor harness at the same time. (Refer to "TPE HOLDER ASY" (p.134).)

PTRM Switch Cable 6)-1

4. 5.

Release the PTRM switch cable from the two cable clamps on the bottom rear of the printer. Disconnect the PTRM switch connector from the SENSOR BOARD UNIT (CNPTRM: 2 pins), and pull out the PTRM switch cable to the outside through the hole on the SIDE FRAME, LEFT. Release the PTRM switch cable from the cable clamp on the inside of the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, and pull out the PTRM switch cable to the inside through the hole of the SIDE FRAME, LEFT.

Tractor Shaft 4) 6)-2

5)-2

6.

Figure 4-88. PTRM SWITCH ASY Removal (1)

Disassembly and Assembly

Main Components Disassembly

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7. Remove the screw that secures the Tension pulley unit to the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, and remove the Tension pulley unit. C.B.S.(P2) 3x8: 1 screw When installing the Tension pulley unit, match the positioning hole of the Tension pulley unit to the dowel.
9)-1 9)-2 PTRM SWITCH ASY 7)-1

Revision A

Tension Pulley Unit

9)-1

Dowel

C A U T IO N

When performing the following work, be sure to support the Back stay ASY to prevent it from dropping off.

Back Stay ASY

8.

Remove the four screws that secure the Back stay ASY, and remove the Back stay ASY. C.B.S. 3x6: 4 screws
8)-2 8)-2 Dowel

When installing the Back stay ASY, match the positioning holes of the Back stay ASY with the dowels.

Dowel

8)-1

8)-1

9.

Release the two tabs that secure the PTRM SWITCH ASY, and remove the PTRM SWITCH ASY. Be sure to perform the following adjustment after removing the PTRM SWITCH ASY. 1. LF BELT tension adjustment (p.xx)

8)-1

8)-1

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

Figure 4-89. PTRM SWITCH ASY Removal (2)

Disassembly and Assembly

Main Components Disassembly

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Revision A

4.2.3.19 FAN MOTORS (FAN1 MOTOR to FAN4 MOTOR)


1. 2. 3. 4. Remove the PR MECHA ASY. (p.87) Remove the connectors of each FAN MOTOR from the SENSOR BOARD UNIT on the bottom rear of the PR MECHA ASY. Release the FAN1 MOTOR cable from the three clamps on the bottom rear of the PR MECHA ASY. Remove the two screws that secure the FAN1 MOTOR to the SIDE FRAME, LEFT, and remove the FAN1 MOTOR. C.P.(S-P1) 3x30: 2 screws 5. 6. 7. 8. Release the FAN2 MOTOR, FAN3 MOTOR, and FAN4 MOTOR cables from the cable clamp on the PR MECHA ASY. Release the FAN4 MOTOR cable from the two cable clamps on the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT. Pull out the FAN2 MOTOR, FAN3 MOTOR, and FAN4 MOTOR cables through the hole on the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT. Remove the four screws (two each) that secure the FAN2 MOTOR and FAN4 MOTOR to the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT and remove the FAN2 MOTOR and FAN4 MOTOR. C.P.(S-P1) 3x30: 4 screws 9. Remove the two screws that secure the FAN3 MOTOR and the fan bracket to the SIDE FRAME, RIGHT, and remove the FAN3 MOTOR together with the Fan bracket. C.B.S. 3x6: 2 screws 10. Remove the two screws that secure the FAN3 MOTOR to the Fan bracket, and remove the FAN3 MOTOR. C.P.(S-P1) 3x30: 2 screws
2) FAN1 4) 10) 10) FAN4 Air Flow

8) FAN3

8)

9) 9) 8) FAN1 8) FAN2 4)

FAN2

[Front side]

SENSOR BOARD UNIT

FAN4

FAN3

[Rear side]

Figure 4-90. FAN MOTORS Removal

Disassembly and Assembly

Main Components Disassembly

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Revision A
3) 1) 4)

4.2.3.20 PULL TRACTOR UNIT L / PULL TRACTOR UNIT R


1. 2. 3. 4. Position the Tractor lock to FREE. Lift the two Center guides, and remove them from the Sub shaft and the Tractor shaft. Remove the E-ring that secures the right end of the Tractor shaft. Remove the two screws that secure the Sub shaft. XXX: 2 screws 5. 6. Move the Sub shaft to the recess holes on both sides of the frame, slide the whole unit to the right to release the left end, and then remove the whole unit. Remove the bearing, detent spring, and washer that secure the PULL TRACTOR UNIT R, and pull the PULL TRACTOR UNIT R out of the Tractor shaft and the Sub shaft. When installing the Tractor shaft, attach the detent spring in the direction as shown in Figure 4-91
4) 1) 2)-1

Tractor Shaft

2)-2

Sub Shaft Center Guide PULL TRACTOR UNIT R

6) PULL TRACTOR UNIT L 7)-2 7)-1

5)-1

7.

Remove the E-ring on the left side of the Sub shaft, and pull the PULL TRACTOR UNIT L out of the Tractor shaft and the Sub shaft. The PULL TRACTOR UNIT L and PULL TRACTOR UNIT R have phases respectively. Align the phase marks of the PULL TRACTOR UNIT L and PULL TRACTOR UNIT R before installing the Tractor shaft.
Reassembly Tractor Shaft

5)-2

Reassembly

E-Ring Washer

Detent spring

Phase mark

Figure 4-91. PULL TRACTOR UNIT L / PULL TRACTOR UNIT R Removal

Disassembly and Assembly

Main Components Disassembly

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MAINTENANCE

EPSON DFX-9000

Revision A

6.1 Overview
6.1.1 Preventive Maintenance (T.B.D.)
Preventive maintenance is important to keep the printer in the best condition and to prevent potential troubles from occurring. If necessary, use denatured alcohol to clean the exterior cases. Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust and paper debris accumulated in the printer.

W A R N IN G

Before disassembling, assembling or adjusting the printer, disconnect the power supply cable from the AC power socket. Failure to do so might cause personal injury. Be careful with the Printhead when you handle it as it may be very hot right after printing. Do not touch the heat sink attached to the switching FET (Q101, 102, 103, 301, 302, 303) on the power supply board right after power off, as it may be very hot.

C A U T IO N

Do not use thinner, trichloroethylene, or ketone-based solvents on the plastic components of the printer. Never use the oil and grease other than those specified in this manual; use of different type of lubricant can damage the printer or its components.

Maintenance

Overview

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Revision A

6.2 Lubrication/Gluing
6.2.1 Lubrication
Influence that oil and grease give is considerably large especially in low temperature. Therefore, EPSON has tested and analyzed various types of oil and grease extensively, and found the oil and grease listed below most applicable to the printer.

Table 6-2. Lubrication Points


Lubrication Points Sliding surfaces of the bearings, collar and OC cam Sliding surfaces of the gears and slides cams Sliding surfaces of the gears and pulley Sliding surfaces of the carrier unit Washer receiving surface of the SS gear Part No. 1080618 1017323 T.B.D. T.B.D. Main unit U ditch parts and studs of Sides frame UL/UR Shaft bearings Gear bearings Ribbon drive Oil felt section Gear bearings Gear bearing Pulley bearing Rear tractor sliding surfaces (Left side) Rear tractor sliding surfaces (Right side) Sliding surfaces of the Bracket L ASY Sliding surfaces of the Bracket R ASY Sliding surfaces of the Upper guide F ASY (1) Sliding surfaces of the Upper guide F ASY (2) Sliding surfaces of the Upper guide R ASY (1) Sliding surfaces of the Upper guide R ASY (2) Sliding surface of the Upper guide R ASY (3) Pull tractor unit (Option) Shaft bearings Gear bearing and sliding surfaces of the lever (1) Gear bearing and sliding surfaces of the lever (2) Fig No.

Figure 6-1 Figure 6-2 Figure 6-3 Figure 6-4 Figure 6-5 Figure 6-6 Figure 6-7 Figure 6-8 Figure 6-9 Figure 6-10 Figure 6-11 Figure 6-12 Figure 6-13 Figure 6-14 Figure 6-15 Figure 6-16 Figure 6-17 Figure 6-18 Figure 6-19 Figure 6-20 Figure 6-21 Figure 6-22 Figure 6-23 Figure 6-24 Figure 6-25

Table 6-1. Lubrication


Type Oil Oil Grease Grease Name O-31 G-41 O-6 FLOIL T-7 Available EPSON EPSON EPSON EPSON

C A U T IO N

Lubricant must be applied during the reassembling process.

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

100

EPSON DFX-9000
Sliding surfaces of the bearings, collar and OC cam
OC Bearing L

Revision A

Bearing FL/FR

Item (1)

Lubrication Point Sliding surfaces of the Bearing FL/FR and the shaft Sliding surfaces of the Bearing RL/RR and the shaft Sliding surfaces of the OC bearing L/R and the OC shaft Sliding surfaces of the collar and the Nip roller shaft R Cam and Rotating-sliding surface of the OC cam

Oil Type G-31

Amount

Remarks

Collar

Apply a light coating Same as Side of lubricant to the Frame R surfaces Apply a light coating Same as Side of lubricant to the Frame R surfaces Apply a light coating Same as Side of lubricant to the Frame R surfaces Apply a light coating Same as Side of lubricant to the Frame R surfaces Apply a light coating Same as Side of lubricant to the Frame R surfaces
4.5mm or more

(3)

(3)

2mm or more

(4)

(1)

(1)

(2)

G-31

(3)

G-31

(3) (2)

(3)

OC Bearing R

Bearing RL/RR

(4)

G-31

(5)

G-31

(5)

(5)

OC cam

Figure 6-1. Lubrication Point 1

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

101

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Sliding surfaces of the gears and slides cams
OC slide cam L/R

Revision A

Item

Lubrication Point

Oil Type G-31

Amount

Remarks

Sliding surfaces of the Shift gear (1) and the spring, and tooth and side surfaces of the Shift gear Sliding surfaces of the HCPP slide (2) cam, Side frame L, Shift gear, and the stud Sliding surfaces of the OC slide (3) cam, the bearings, and the collar (4) Sliding surface of the Shift gear and the stud

Apply a light coating of lubricant to the All around surfaces Apply a light coating Slide cam of lubricant to the surfaces Apply a light coating Same as Side of lubricant to the Frame R surfaces Apply a light coating All around of lubricant to the surfaces

(3)

G-31

(3)

G-31

G-31

Shift gear

(1) (1)

(2)

(2) (4) (2) (2)

HCPP slide cam

Figure 6-2. Lubrication Point 2

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

102

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Sliding surfaces of the gears and pulley
OC gear 1 T.B.D.

Revision A

(1)

Item (1)

Lubrication Point Sliding surfaces of the gears and the studs Sliding surfaces of the Tension pulley and the stud

Oil Type G-31

Amount

Remarks

(1)

Apply a light coating of lubricant to the 4 places surfaces Apply a light coating of lubricant to the surfaces

(2)

G-31

(2)

Tension pulley

(1)
HCPP gear

(1)

Pulley gear

Figure 6-3. Lubrication Point 3

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

103

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Sliding surfaces of the carrier unit
Item Lubrication Point Oil Type T.B.D. Amount Apply a light coating of lubricant to the surfaces Remarks

Revision A
Washer receiving surface of the SS gear
Item Lubrication Point Oil Type G-31 Amount Apply a thick layer (0.1 to 0.2 mm) of lubricant to the surfaces Remarks

(1) Both sides of the Upper angle

Contact surfaces of the SS gear (1) and the SS washer

(1)

(1)

B
SS washer

A A
Upper angle

(1)

SS gear

(1) (1) (1)

(1)
View A View B

Sect. A-A

Figure 6-4. Lubrication Point 4

Figure 6-5. Lubrication Point 5

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

104

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U ditch parts and studs of Sides frame UL/UR
Item (1) Lubrication Point U ditch part of the Side frame UL/ UR Oil Type G-31 Amount Remarks

Revision A
Shaft bearings
Item Lubrication Point Oil Type G-31 Amount Remarks

Apply a light coating of lubricant to the Left and right surfaces Apply a light coating Left and right of lubricant to the surfaces

(1) Bearings for the Tractor shaft

There are 6 places Apply a light coating on the left and right of lubricant to the sides of the main surfaces unit

(2) Studs of the Side frame UL/UR

G-31

Side frame UL

Side frame UR

(2)

(2)

(2)
A

(1)

Bearing

Detail A A Sect. A-A

(1)

Figure 6-6. Lubrication Point 6

Figure 6-7. Lubrication Point 7

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

105

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Gear bearings
Item (1) Lubrication Point Bushing of the RTR intermediate gears Oil Type G-31 Amount Remarks
RTR intermediate gear

Revision A

Apply a light coating of lubricant to the 2 places surfaces Apply a light coating All around of lubricant to the surfaces

(1)

Tooth and side surfaces of the TR (2) gear 1 and TR gear 2

G-31

(2)

(2)

(2) (2)
TR gear 2 TR gear 1

(2) (2)

Figure 6-8. Lubrication Point 8

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

106

EPSON DFX-9000
Ribbon drive
Item (1) Lubrication Point Rotating-sliding surfaces of the RF gear and the RF cover Rotating-sliding surfaces of the RF gear and the bushing Oil Type G-31 Amount Apply a light coating of lubricant to the surfaces Apply a light coating of lubricant to the surfaces Apply a light coating of lubricant to the surfaces Apply a light coating of lubricant to the surfaces Apply a light coating of lubricant to the surfaces Remarks
RF UNIT

Revision A

(3)

(2)

G-31

(1)

Rotating-sliding surfaces of the (3) gear and the stud (4) Rotating-sliding surfaces of the RF shaft and the stud Rotating-sliding surfaces of the RF shaft and the RF cover

G-31

G-31

(5)

G-31

Sect. B-B A

(5) (4)

(2)

Sect. A-A

Figure 6-9. Lubrication Point 9

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

107

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Oil felt section
Item Lubrication Point Oil Type T-7 Amount Remarks

Revision A
Gear bearings
Item (1) Lubrication Point Bushings of the Gear A and the Gear B Oil Type G-31 Amount Apply a light coating of lubricant to the surfaces Remarks

(1) Oil felt section

Apply a lubricant to Amount to be the oil wick or the 0.25cc case (One side) Apply a lubricant to Amount to be 2.0cc the oil wick or the case

(2) Oil felt section

T-7

Gear B

Gear A

(1)
A

(1) (2) (2) (1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

APTC UNIT

A
CARRIER UNIT

Sect. A-A

Figure 6-11. Lubrication Point 11

Figure 6-10. Lubrication Point 10

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

108

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Gear bearing
Item Lubrication Point Oil Type G-31 Amount Apply a light coating of lubricant to the surfaces Remarks

Revision A
Pulley bearing
Item Lubrication Point Oil Type G-31 Amount Apply a light coating of lubricant to the surfaces Remarks

(1) Bushing of the gear

(1) Bushing of the Tension pulley

(1) (1)
Tension pulley unit

Nip bracket unit

Figure 6-13. Lubrication Point 13

Figure 6-12. Lubrication Point 12

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

109

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Rear tractor sliding surfaces (Left side)
R tractor

Revision A

Item (1)

Lubrication Point Inside of the bushing that is inserted onto the R tractor shaft

Oil Type G-31

Amount

Remarks

TRACTOR RL UNIT

Apply a light coating The bushing is on of lubricant to the the TRACTOR RL surfaces UNIT Apply a light coating Both sides on the of lubricant to the TRACTOR RL surfaces UNIT

Sliding surfaces on the TRACTOR RL UNIT. Both inner (2) and outer sides around the bushing where the detent and the R tractor slide against

G-31

(2)

(2)

19

(1)
( 26 )

Figure 6-14. Lubrication Point 14

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

110

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Rear tractor sliding surfaces (Right side)
R tractor

Revision A

Item (1)

Lubrication Point Inside of the bushing that is inserted onto the R tractor shaft

Oil Type G-31

Amount

Remarks

TRACTOR RR UNIT

Apply a light coating The bushing is on of lubricant to the the TRACTOR RR surfaces UNIT Apply a light coating Both sides on the of lubricant to the TRACTOR RR surfaces UNIT

Sliding surfaces on the TRACTOR RR UNIT. Both inner (2) and outer sides around the bushing where the detent and the R tractor slide against

G-31

(1)

( 19 )

(2)

(2)

26

Figure 6-15. Lubrication Point 15

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

111

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Sliding surfaces of the Bracket L ASY
Plate L

Revision A

Item (1)

Lubrication Point Sliding surfaces of the Spring L and the Plate L Sliding surfaces of the Spring L and the Bracket L Sliding surfaces of the shaft and the Bracket L Sliding surfaces of the E-ring and the Bracket L

Oil Type G-31

Amount

Remarks

Apply a light coating of lubricant to the 2 places surfaces Apply a light coating 2 places of lubricant to the surfaces Apply a light coating of lubricant to the 1 place surfaces Apply a light coating 1 place of lubricant to the surfaces Apply a light coating of lubricant to the 1 place each surfaces Apply a light coating All area on the of lubricant to the inner side of the surfaces Spring L

(2)

G-31

(1) (2) (6) (4)

(3)

G-31

(4)

G-31

Sliding surfaces of the spacer and the Plate L (5) Sliding surfaces of the spacer and the Bracket L (6) Sliding surfaces of the Spring L and the shaft

(3) (5) (1) (2)


Spring L E-ring Shaft Bracket L

G-31

G-31

Figure 6-16. Lubrication Point 16

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

112

EPSON DFX-9000
Sliding surfaces of the Bracket R ASY
Item (1) Lubrication Point Sliding surfaces of the Spring R and the Plate R Sliding surfaces of the Spring R and the Bracket R Sliding surfaces of the shaft and the Bracket R Sliding surfaces of the E-ring and the Bracket R Oil Type G-31 Amount Remarks
Plate R

Revision A

Apply a light coating of lubricant to the 2 places surfaces Apply a light coating 2 places of lubricant to the surfaces Apply a light coating of lubricant to the 1 place surfaces Apply a light coating 1 place of lubricant to the surfaces Apply a light coating of lubricant to the 1 place each surfaces Apply a light coating All area on the of lubricant to the inner side of the surfaces Spring R
E-ring Bracket R Shaft Spring R

(2)

G-31

(3)

G-31

(1) (6) (4) (2)

(4)

G-31

Sliding surfaces of the spacer and the Plate R (5) Sliding surfaces of the spacer and the Bracket R Sliding surfaces of the Spring R (6) and the shaft

G-31

(5) (1) (2)

(3)

G-31

Figure 6-17. Lubrication Point 17

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

113

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Sliding surfaces of the Upper guide F ASY (1)
Item (1) Lubrication Point Sliding surfaces of the Nip spring holder F and the Nip roller shaft Oil Type G-31 Amount Remarks

Revision A
Sliding surfaces of the Upper guide F ASY (2)
Item (1) Lubrication Point Rotating-sliding surfaces of the Nip spring F and the Nip shaft F Rotating-sliding surfaces of the PJS spring and the Nip shaft F Oil Type G-31 Amount Remarks

Apply a light coating 3 places on inside of lubricant to the of the Nip spring surfaces holder F

Apply a light coating 3 places on inside of lubricant to the of the Nip spring F surfaces Apply a light coating 3 places on inside of lubricant to the of the PJS spring surfaces

(2)

G-31

Upper guide F unit Upper guide F unit

A B C

A B C
PJS HOLDER ASY

(1)
Nip spring holder F

Nip spring holder F

(1)
Sect. A-A Sect. B-B

(2)

Sect. C-C
PJS spring

Figure 6-18. Lubrication Point 18

Nip spring F

Figure 6-19. Lubrication Point 19

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

114

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Sliding surfaces of the Upper guide R ASY (1)
Item Lubrication Point Oil Type G-31 Amount Remarks

Revision A
Sliding surfaces of the Upper guide R ASY (2)
Item (1) Lubrication Point Rotating-sliding surface of the bushing for the OC shaft Rotating-sliding surface of the bearing for the Nip roller shaft R Rotating-sliding surface of the bushing for the Nip roller shaft R Oil Type G-31 Amount Remarks

(1) Bushings for the Nip roller shaft R

Apply a light coating All around the of lubricant to the inside of the left surfaces and right bushings Inside of the two Apply a light coating bushings on the left of lubricant to the and right Nip surfaces holder Rs (6 places in total) Inside of the two Apply a light coating bushings on the left of lubricant to the and right Nip surfaces holder Rs (6 places in total)
OC shaft

Apply a light coating All around the of lubricant to the inside of the left surfaces and right bushings Apply a light coating U ditch part of TBD of lubricant to the surfaces Apply a light coating All around the of lubricant to the inside of the left surfaces and right TBD
OC shaft

(2)

G-31

(2) Bushings for the Nip roller R

G-31

(3)

G-31

(3)

Sliding surfaces of the OC shaft and the Nip holder R

G-31

Upper guide R unit

Upper guide R unit

C A
Bearing OC shaft

Nip roller shaft R

Nip roller shaft R

T.B.D.

(1)

(1)

(3) (3) (2)

Nip roller shaft R

Sect. C-C

T.B.D.

(2)
Detail A
Nip roller R

Figure 6-21. Lubrication Point 21


Nip holder R

Sect. B-B

Figure 6-20. Lubrication Point 20

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

115

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Sliding surface of the Upper guide R ASY (3)
Item Lubrication Point Oil Type G-31 Amount Remarks

Revision A
Shaft bearings
Item Lubrication Point Oil Type G-31 Amount Remarks

Rotating-sliding surfaces of the (1) OC shaft and the Nip spring R

All around the Apply a light coating inside of the Nip of lubricant to the spring R surfaces (6 places in total)

(1) Bushing for the Tractor shaft

Apply a light coating All around the of lubricant to the inside of the left surfaces and right bushings

Pull tractorunit Upper guide R unit OC shaft

Tractor shaft

A D

(1)
Nip spring R

Nip holder R

Sect. D-D

(1)

(1)

Figure 6-22. Lubrication Point 22

View A

View B

Figure 6-23. Lubrication Point 23

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

116

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Gear bearing and sliding surfaces of the lever (1)
Item Lubrication Point Oil Type G-31 Amount Remarks

Revision A
Gear bearing and sliding surfaces of the lever (2)
Item (1) Lubrication Point Sliding surfaces of the levers and the studs Oil Type G-31 Amount Remarks

(1) Bushing for the gears

Apply a light coating of lubricant to the 3 places surfaces

Apply a light coating of lubricant to the 2 places surfaces

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

Figure 6-25. Lubrication Point 25

Figure 6-24. Lubrication Point 24

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

117

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Revision A

6.2.2 Gluing
There is no relevant gluing part for this unit.

Maintenance

Lubrication/Gluing

118

CHAPTER

APPENDIX

EPSON DFX-9000

Revision A

7.1 System Connection Diagram


The primary components of the printer are connected as shown below.

ROM BOARD
Parallel-I/F Serial-I/F USB-I/F Type-B-I/F
CN1284 CNRS232C CNUSB CNTYPEB CNFHD1 CNFHD2

Printer Mechanism
CARRIER UNIT

Table 7-1. Connector Summary


Board Connector No. CN1284 CNRS232C CNUSB CNTYPEB CNSEN1 CNSEN2 CNOP CNPW ROM BOARD (WD04A*) CNLOGPW CNSPHS CNSPM CNINLK CNFHD1 CNFHD2 CNRHD1 CNRHD2 CNHD3 CNLF POWER UNIT (KA0040) Control Panel (WDP04A*) ACIN CNPW CNOP Pin 38 25 6 36 28 26 10 8 4 7 3 4 22 22 22 22 22 6 3 12 10 Description Parallel I/F Serial I/F USB I/F Type-B I/F SENSOR BOARD UNIT SENSOR BOARD UNIT Control Panel POWER UNIT (+42V/+37V) POWER UNIT (+5V) SP MOTOR hole IC SP MOTOR INLK SW Carrier PCB (Front PRINT HEAD L, R) (Rear PRINT HEAD L, R) Carrier PCB (Sensor) LF MOTOR AC SW/INLET SW ROM BOARD ROM BOARD
AC
ACIN CNSEN2 (Motors, Fans, Sensors) CNSEN2

PRINT HEAD CNRHD1 CNRHD2 CNHD3 Carrier PCB (Sensor)

SENSOR BOARD UNIT


CNSEN1 CNSEN1

CNSPHS CNSPM CNLF CNINLK CNPW CNOP

SP MOTOR LF MOTOR Interlock Switch

CNLOGPW

POWER UNIT

CNPW

CNOP

Control Panel

Figure 7-1. Cable Connections

Appendix

System Connection Diagram

105

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Revision A Table 7-2. Connector Pin Assignment - CNSEN1


Pin No. I/O I I I I I I I I I I I I I Signal Name COS PJS TPE APTCS1 APTCS2 APTCHP RFS RMS PTRM FANALM1 FANALM2 FANALM3 FANALM4 SG1 Function Cover Open sensor signal PJ sensor signal TPE sensor signal APTC encoder1 signal APTC encoder2 signal APTC HP sensor signal RF sensor signal RM switch signal PRTM sensor signal FAN1 alarm signal FAN2 alarm signal FAN3 alarm signal FAN4 alarm signal Ground 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

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7.2.1 Connector Summary
Parallel I/F (CN1284) Refer to Parallel Interface (Forward Channel) (page 27). Serial I/F (CNRS232C) Refer to Serial Interface (page 30). USB I/F (CNUSB) Refer to USB Interface (page 31). Type-B I/F (CNTYPEB) Refer to Optional Interface (page 32). SENSOR BOARD UNIT (CNSEN1)

Table 7-2. Connector Pin Assignment - CNSEN1


Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 I/O I I I I I O O I I I O Signal Name SG1 FTRPES RTRPES PPSS SG1 OCS1 OCS2 PHASE_P ENABLE_N PCIS PCHPS PCRPS +5V TPE_ON Ground Front Tractor PE Sensor signal Rear Tractor PE Sensor signal HCPP sensor signal Ground OC sensor 1 signal OC sensor 2 signal Perforation cutter unit drive signal Perforation cutter unit enable signal Perforation cutter Install Sensor signal Perforation cutter HP sensor signal Perforation cutter Reverse Position sensor signal +5V T.B.D. Function

SENSOR BOARD UNIT (CNSEN2)

Table 7-3. Connector Pin Assignment - CNSEN2


Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 I/O O O O O O Signal Name OCCOM OCDVA OCDVB OCDVC OCDVD HCPPCOM HCPPDVA Function OC Motor common voltage (+42V) OC Motor drive signal (A) OC Motor drive signal (B) OC Motor drive signal (C) OC Motor drive signal (D) HCPP Motor common voltage (+42V) HCPP Motor drive signal (A)

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Pin No. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 I/O O O O O O O O O O O O O O Signal Name HCPPDVB HCPPDVC HCPPDVD SG3 RBDVA RBDVB RBDVC RBDVD APTCCOM APTCDVA APTCDVB APTCDVC APTCDVD PCCOM SG2 FAND1 SG3 FAND2 SG3 Function HCPP Motor drive signal (B) HCPP Motor drive signal (C) HCPP Motor drive signal (D) Ground Ribbon Feed Motor drive signal (A) Ribbon Feed Motor drive signal (B) Ribbon Feed Motor drive signal (C) Ribbon Feed Motor drive signal (D) APTC Motor common voltage (+42V) APTC Motor drive signal (A) APTC Motor drive signal (B) APTC Motor drive signal (C) APTC Motor drive signal (D) Perforation cutter common voltage (+37) Ground FAN1 and FAN2 Motor drive voltage (+42V) Ground FAN3 and FAN4 Motor drive voltage (+42V) Ground Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

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Control Panel (CNOP)

Table 7-4. Connector Pin Assignment - CNOP


I/O O O I O O O Signal Name OP_CLK OP_XRST SG1 +5V OP_SDIN OP_LOAD OP_SHIFT OP_DOT SG1 T.B.D. T.B.D. Ground +5V T.B.D. T.B.D. Not used T.B.D. T.B.D. Ground Function

POWER UNIT (CNPW)

Table 7-5. Connector Pin Assignment - CNPW


I/O Signal Name +37V +42V +42V SG3 SG2 +42V SG3 SG3 +37V +42V +42V Ground Ground +42V Ground Ground Function

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POWER UNIT (CNLOGPW) INLK SW (CNINLK)

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Table 7-6. Connector Pin Assignment - CNLOGPW


Pin No. 1 2 3 4 I/O O O Signal Name SG1 XPST42V XPST37V +5V Ground +42V ON/OFF Control signal +37V ON/OFF Control signal +5V Function Pin No. 1 2 3 4

Table 7-9. Connector Pin Assignment - CNINLK


I/O I Signal Name INLKIN +42V Function Inter Lock switch signal Not used Not used +42V

SP MOTOR hole IC (CNSPHS)

Table 7-7. Connector Pin Assignment - CNSPHS


Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 I/O I I I I Signal Name +5V SG1 CR_C3 CR_C2 CR_C1 +5V CRTHSN +5V Ground SP Motor drive signal (C3) SP Motor drive signal (C2) SP Motor drive signal (C1) +5V CR thermistor signal Function

SP MOTOR (CNSPM)

Table 7-8. Connector Pin Assignment - CNSPM


Pin No. 1 2 3 I/O O O O Signal Name CR_W CR_V CR_U Function SP Motor drive signal (W) SP Motor drive signal (V) SP Motor drive signal (U)

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Printhead (CNFHD1) Printhead (CNFHD2)

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Table 7-10. Connector Pin Assignment - CNFHD1


Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 I/O I O O O O O O O O O Signal Name THSN1 FR7DV FR5DV FR3DV FR1DV FR9DV +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V FL2DV FL4DV FL6DV FL8DV Thermistor1 signal Front Right 7 Print Head drive signal Front Right 5 Print Head drive signal Front Right 3 Print Head drive signal Front Right 1 Print Head drive signal Front Right 9 Print Head drive signal +42V +42V +42V +42V Not used Not used +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V Front Left 2 Print Head drive signal Front Left 4 Print Head drive signal Front Left 6 Print Head drive signal Front Left 8 Print Head drive signal Not used Function Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22

Table 7-11. Connector Pin Assignment - CNFHD2


I/O O O O O O O O O O Signal Name FL7DV FL5DV FL3DV FL1DV FL9DV +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V FR8DV FR2DV FR4DV FR6DV SG1 Not used Front Left 7 Print Head drive signal Front Left 5 Print Head drive signal Front Left 3 Print Head drive signal Front Left 1 Print Head drive signal Front Left 9 Print Head drive signal +42V +42V +42V +42V Not used Not used +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V Front Right 8 Print Head drive signal Front Right 2 Print Head drive signal Front Right 4 Print Head drive signal Front Right 6 Print Head drive signal Ground Function

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Printhead (CNRHD1) Printhead (CNRHD2)

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Table 7-12. Connector Pin Assignment - CNRHD1


Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 I/O O O O O O O O O O Signal Name RR7DV RR5DV RR3DV RR1DV RR9DV +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V RL2DV RL4DV RL6DV RL8DV SG1 Not used Rear Right 8 Print Head drive signal Rear Right 5 Print Head drive signal Rear Right 3 Print Head drive signal Rear Right 1 Print Head drive signal Rear Right 9 Print Head drive signal +42V +42V +42V +42V Not used Not used +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V Rear Left 2 Print Head drive signal Rear Left 4 Print Head drive signal Rear Left 6 Print Head drive signal Rear Left 8 Print Head drive signal Ground Function Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22

Table 7-13. Connector Pin Assignment - CNRHD2


I/O I O O O O O O O O O Signal Name THSN2 RL7DV RL5DV RL3DV RL1DV RL9DV +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V RR8DV RR2DV RR4DV RR6DV Thermistor2 signal Rear Left 7 Print Head drive signal Rear Left 5 Print Head drive signal Rear Left 3 Print Head drive signal Rear Left 1 Print Head drive signal Rear Left 9 Print Head drive signal +42V +42V +42V +42V Not used Not used +42V +42V +42V +42V +42V Rear Right 8 Print Head drive signal Rear Right 2 Print Head drive signal Rear Right 4 Print Head drive signal Rear Right 6 Print Head drive signal Not used Function

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Printhead (CNHD3) LF MOTOR (CNLF)

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Table 7-14. Connector Pin Assignment - CNHD3


Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 I/O O I I I I I I I O Signal Name SG1 TOF_ON SG1 +5V SG1 TOFRS SG1 CES2-AX SG1 CES2-A SG1 LES SG1 CES1-A SG1 CES1-AX SG1 TOFLS SG1 +5V SG1 TOF_ON Ground T.B.D. Ground +5V Ground TOF Right sensor signal Ground CES2-AX signal (-) Ground CES2-A signal (+) Ground Left End Sensor signal Ground CES1-A signal (+) Ground CES1-AX signal (-) Ground TOF Left sensor signal Ground +5V Ground T.B.D. Function Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6

Table 7-15. Connector Pin Assignment - CNLF


I/O O O O O Signal Name LFDVA LFDVB LFDVC LFDVD LFCOM1 LFCOM2 Function LF Motor drive signal (A) LF Motor drive signal (B) LF Motor drive signal (C) LF Motor drive signal (D) LF Motor common 1 voltage (+42V) LF Motor common 2 voltage (+42V)

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7.2.2 Wiring Connection Diagrams


The table below shows the Overall Wiring Connection Diagram.

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7.2.3 Wiring Connection Diagram between Parts


ROM Board
CNLOGPW CNLOGPW 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 SG1 XPST42V XPST37V +5V CNPW +37V +42V +42V SG3 SG2 +42V SG3 SG3 CNPW

Print Head
36L
THSN1 FR7DV FR5DV FR3DV FR1DV FR9DV +42V +42V +42V +42V

ROM Board
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 SG1 TOF_ON SG1 +5V SG1 TOFRS SG1 CES2-AX SG1 CES2-A SG1 LES SG1 CES1-A SG1 CES1-AX SG1 TOFLS SG1 +5V SG1 TOF_ON SG1 TOF_ON SG1 +5V SG1 TOFRS SG1 CES2-AX SG1 CES2-A SG1 LES SG1 CES1-A SG1 CES1-AX SG1 TOFLS SG1 +5V SG1 TOF_ON 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Carrier PCB

Power Unit
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 SG2 +42V SG2 SG2 *37VST SG1 +37V +42V +42V SG2 *42VST +5V F1 1 2 3 H1 ACIN ACIN N1

TH1 TH2

CES
+5V CES1 IC7 CES2 SG1

CNFHD1

CNFHD1

CNHD3

CNHD3

CNHD3

F1 F2

+42V +42V +42V +42V +42V FL2DV FL4DV FL6DV FL8DV

CNHD3

+5V LES SG1

CNPW

CNPW

LES

TOFR TOF_ON SG1

CNFHD2

AC SW ASY
F3 1 2 3 4 INLKIN CNINLK CNINLK

INLK

+42V +42V +42V +42V +42V FR8DV FR2DV FR4DV FR6DV SG1

CNFHD2

TOFL

TOFR

+42V

CNRHD1

CNOP

CNOP

CNOP

CNSPM

CNSPM

1 2 3

CR_W CR_V CR_U

SP Motor

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

+5V SG1 CR_C3 CR_C2 CR_C1 +5V CRTHSN

CNRHD2

TH

+42V +42V +42V +42V +42V RR8DV RR2DV RR4DV RR6DV

CNSPHS

CNSPHS

Figure 7-2. Power Supply, LF Motor, SP Motor Appendix Printer System Electrical Connection

Figure 7-3. OP Unit, Print Head

CNRHD2

THSN2 RL7DV RL5DV RL3DV RL1DV RL9DV +42V +42V +42V +42V

OP_SHIFT OP_DOT SG1

CNOP

1 2 3 4 5 6

LFDVA LFDVB LFDVC LFDVD LFCOM1 LFCOM2

LF Motor

INLET ASY

+42V +42V +42V +42V +42V RL2DV RL4DV RL6DV RL8DV SG1

CNLF

CNLF

CNRHD1

RR7DV RR5DV RR3DV RR1DV RR9DV +42V +42V +42V +42V

OP Board
OP_CLK OP_XRST SG1 +5V OP_SDIN OP_LOAD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 BZCLK *OPREST SG1 +5V *SDIN *LOAD *SHIFT *OPDOT SG1

TOFL TOF_ON SG1

FL7DV FL5DV FL3DV FL1DV FL9DV +42V +42V +42V +42V

1 2 3

CNTOFL CNTOFL

1 2 3 CNTOFR CNTOFR

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ROM Board
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 SG1 FTRPES RTRPES PPSS SG1 OCS1 OCS2

Sensor Board Unit


CNFTRPES CNFTRPES 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 +5V SG1 FTRPES

FTRPES

ROM Board
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 OCCOM OCDVA OCDVB OCDVC OCDVD HCPPCOM HCPPDVA HCPPDVB HCPPDVC HCPPDVD SG3 RBDVA RBDVB RBDVC RBDVD APTCCOM APTCDVA APTCDVB APTCDVC APTCDVD +37V SG2 +42VFAN1 FANDV1 +42VFAN2 FANDV2

Sensor Board Unit


1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 CUTON CUTDIR PCIS PCHPS +5V SG1 PCRPS +37V SG2 OCDVA OCDVB OCDVC OCDVD OCCOM HCPPDVA HCPPDVB HCPPDVC HCPPDVD HCPPCOM RBDVA RBDVB RBDVC RBDVD APTCDVA APTCDVB APTCDVC APTCDVD APTCCOM +42VFAN1 FANDV1 FANALM1 +42VFAN1 FANDV1 FANALM2 +42VFAN2 FANDV2 FANALM3 +42VFAN2 FANDV2 FANALM4

Perforation Cutter Unit


PCHPS SG1

PCHPS

CNPC

CNRTRPES

1 2 3 1 2 3

CNRTRPES

+5V SG1 RTRPES +5V SG1 PPSS +5V SG1 OCS1 +5V SG1 OCS2 COS SG1

RTRPES HCPP

CNPC

PCRPS SG1

PCRPS

MTRA MTRB

Cutter Motor M

CNPPSS

CNPPSS

CNSEN2

CNSEN2

CNSEN2

CNSEN2

CNO/C

CNO/C

CNPJS

28

SG1

28

3 1 2 3

CNPJS

13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27

CNCOS

1 2

CNCOS

+5V TPE_ON COS PJS TPE APTCS1 APTCS2 APTCHP RFS RMS PTRM

13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27

CNSEN1

CNSEN1

CNSEN1

CNSEN1

1 2 3 1 2 3

CNOCS1

CNOCS1

OCS1 OCS2

OC Motor

CNOCS2

CNOCS2

CNHCPP

CNHCPP

HCPP Motor

COS PJS

CNRB

CNRB

1 2

+5V SG1 RTRPES

RB Motor

CNAPTC

CNTPES

CNTPES

TPE TPE_ON SG1

SG1 SG1

1 5

CNAPTC

TPES APTCS

5 PHASE_P 8 ENABLE_N 9 10 11 12 13 24 25 26 27 28

APTC Motor

CNSEN2

CNSEN2

CNSEN2

CNFAN1

CNFAN2

CNFAN2

1 2 3 4

CNAPTCS

CNAPTCS

+5V SG1 APTCS1 APTCS2

CNFAN1

11

SG3

CNSEN2

11

PCIS PCHPS PCRPS +5V FANALM1 FANALM2 FANALM3 FANALM4 SG1

8 CUTDIR 1 9 CUTON 2 10 3 11 12 1 13 2 3 24 25 26 27 28 1 2 3 1 2 3

CNSEN1

CNSEN1

CNSEN1

CNSEN1

FAN1 Motor FAN2 Motor FAN3 Motor FAN4 Motor

CNAPTCHPS

CNAPTCHPS

CNFAN3 CNFAN4

CNRMS

CNRMS

CNPTRM

CNPTRM

PTRM

PTRM SG1

1 2

1 2 3

CNRFS

CNRFS

+5V SG1 RFS

Figure 7-4. Sensors Appendix

Figure 7-5. Perforation Cutter Unit, Motors

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CNFAN4

RMS

RMS SG1

1 2 3 1 2

APTCHPS RFS

CNFAN3

+5V SG1 APTCHPS

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7.3 Electric Circuit Diagrams


The following pages show circuit diagrams below. ROM BOARD (WD04A*) Circuit Diagram

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ROM BOARD Circuit Diagram (1)

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Figure 7-6. Component Layout (ROM BOARD) Appendix Component Layout 143

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7.5 Exploded Diagrams


See the following pages for the exploded diagrams below: Exploded Diagram for DFX-9000 CASE (1) Exploded Diagram for DFX-9000 ELEC (2) Exploded Diagram for DFX-9000 MECHA (3) Exploded Diagram for DFX-9000 MECHA (4) Exploded Diagram for DFX-9000 MECHA (5)

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Revision A Table 7-16. Parts List


No. Parts Name FAN1 MOTOR HCPP SENSOR UNIT LF BELT APTC HP UNIT OC SENSOR BR UNIT OC MOTOR CARD GUIDE ASY MASK TRACTOR FL UNIT TRACTOR FR UNIT CO SW ASY SP MOTOR ASY FAN3 MOTOR FAN2 MOTOR RF MOTOR FAN4 MOTOR INLK SW ASY TRACTOR RR UNIT TRACTOR RL UNIT CES SCALE SP BELT CARRIER UNIT CARRIER CABLE UNIT PSU1 CABLE ASY OP CABLE

7.6 Parts List


Table 7-16. Parts List
No. NON FIG NON FIG 100 110 120 130 150 160 140 200 300 310 500 510 520 530 540 550 560 570 580 590 600 SOFTWARE CD,E SETTING UP MANUAL UPPER UNIT REAR UNIT FRONT COVER ASY LOWER UNIT AC SW ASY INLET ASY OP UNIT ROM BOARD POWER UNIT SENSOR BOARD UNIT PR MECHA ASY PRINT HEAD PJS HOLDER ASY DV ROLLER F ASY RF UNIT PTRM SWITH ASY DV ROLLER R UNIT TPE HOLDER ASY APTC UNIT HCPP MOTOR LF MOTOR Parts Name 610 620 630 640 650 660 670 680 690 700 710 720 730 740 750 760 770 780 790 800 810 820 830 NON FIG NON FIG

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