Epson Stylus Photo r1900, Stylus Photo r2880, Stylus Photo r2000 Service Manuals
SERVICE MANUAL
Color Inkjet Printer
EPSON Stylus Photo R1900
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PRECAUTIONS
Precautionary notations throughout the text are categorized relative to 1)Personal injury and 2) damage to equipment.
DANGER Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in serious or fatal personal injury. Great caution should be exercised in performing procedures preceded by
DANGER Headings.
WARNING Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in damage to equipment.
The precautionary measures itemized below should always be observed when performing repair/maintenance procedures.
DANGER
1. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PRODUCT FROM THE POWER SOURCE AND PERIPHERAL DEVICES PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR
PROCEDURES.
2. NO WORK SHOULD BE PERFORMED ON THE UNIT BY PERSONS UNFAMILIAR WITH BASIC SAFETY MEASURES AS DICTATED FOR ALL ELECTRONICS
TECHNICIANS IN THEIR LINE OF WORK.
3. WHEN PERFORMING TESTING AS DICTATED WITHIN THIS MANUAL, DO NOT CONNECT THE UNIT TO A POWER SOURCE UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO
SO. WHEN THE POWER SUPPLY CABLE MUST BE CONNECTED, USE EXTREME CAUTION IN WORKING ON POWER SUPPLY AND OTHER ELECTRONIC
COMPONENTS.
4. WHEN DISASSEMBLING OR ASSEMBLING A PRODUCT, MAKE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES TO AVOID INJURIER FROM METAL PARTS WITH SHARP EDGES.
WARNING
1. REPAIRS ON EPSON PRODUCT SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN EPSON CERTIFIED REPAIR TECHNICIAN.
2. MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SOURCE VOLTAGES IS THE SAME AS THE RATED VOLTAGE, LISTED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER/RATING PLATE. IF THE
EPSON PRODUCT HAS A PRIMARY AC RATING DIFFERENT FROM AVAILABLE POWER SOURCE, DO NOT CONNECT IT TO THE POWER SOURCE.
3. ALWAYS VERIFY THAT THE EPSON PRODUCT HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE REMOVING OR REPLACING PRINTED
CIRCUIT BOARDS AND/OR INDIVIDUAL CHIPS.
4. IN ORDER TO PROTECT SENSITIVE MICROPROCESSORS AND CIRCUITRY, USE STATIC DISCHARGE EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS ANTI-STATIC WRIST
STRAPS, WHEN ACCESSING INTERNAL COMPONENTS.
5. REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING COMPONENTS ONLY WITH THOSE COMPONENTS BY THE MANUFACTURE; INTRODUCTION OF SECOND-SOURCE ICs OR
OTHER NON-APPROVED COMPONENTS MAY DAMAGE THE PRODUCT AND VOID ANY APPLICABLE EPSON WARRANTY.
6. WHEN USING COMPRESSED AIR PRODUCTS; SUCH AS AIR DUSTER, FOR CLEANING DURING REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE, THE USE OF SUCH
PRODUCTS CONTAINING FLAMMABLE GAS IS PROHIBITED.
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About This Manual
This manual describes basic functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations, maintenance and repair procedures of the printer. The instructions and procedures included
herein are intended for the experienced repair technicians, and attention should be given to the precautions on the preceding page.
Manual Configuration
This manual consists of six chapters and Appendix.
CHAPTER 1.PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS
Provides a general overview and specifications of the product.
CHAPTER 2.OPERATING PRINCIPLES
Describes the theory of electrical and mechanical operations of the
product.
CHAPTER 3.TROUBLESHOOTING
Describes the step-by-step procedures for the troubleshooting.
CHAPTER 4.DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY
Describes the step-by-step procedures for disassembling and assembling
the product.
CHAPTER 5.ADJUSTMENT
Provides Epson-approved methods for adjustment.
CHAPTER 6.MAINTENANCE
Provides preventive maintenance procedures and the lists of Epsonapproved lubricants and adhesives required for servicing the product.
APPENDIX Provides the following additional information for reference:
• Connector pin assignments
Symbols Used in this Manual
Various symbols are used throughout this manual either to provide additional
information on a specific topic or to warn of possible danger present during a
procedure or an action. Be aware of all symbols when they are used, and always read
NOTE, CAUTION, or WARNING messages.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or condition
that is necessary to keep the product’s quality.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice, or condition
that, if not strictly observed, could result in damage to, or destruction of,
equipment.
May indicate an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or
condition that is necessary to accomplish a task efficiently. It may also
provide additional information that is related to a specific subject, or
comment on the results achieved through a previous action.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or condition
that, if not strictly observed, could result in injury or loss of life.
Indicates that a particular task must be carried out according to a certain
standard after disassembly and before re-assembly, otherwise the
quality of the components in question may be adversely affected.
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Revision Status
Revision Date of Issue Description
A October 20, 2007 First Release
B February 29, 2008 Revised Contents
4.4.4 Lower Housing / Printer Mechanism (p91)
Disassembly procedure is revised.
4.4.8 Waste Ink Pad / Waste Ink Tube Left/Right (p106)
Description and figure are revised.
6.1.2.2 Maintenance Request (p157)
Description is revised.
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CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Product Description
1.1 Features.................................................................................................................. 9
1.2 Printing Specifications......................................................................................... 10
1.2.1 Basic Specifications ................................................................................... 10
1.2.2 Ink Cartridge .............................................................................................. 10
1.2.3 Print Mode ................................................................................................. 11
1.2.4 Supported Paper ......................................................................................... 13
1.2.5 Printing Area ............................................................................................. 17
1.3 Interface............................................................................................................... 17
1.4 General Specifications......................................................................................... 18
1.4.1 Electrical Specifications ............................................................................ 18
1.4.2 Environmental Conditions ......................................................................... 18
1.4.3 Durability ................................................................................................... 19
1.4.4 Acoustic Noise ........................................................................................... 19
1.4.5 Safety Approvals (Safety standards/EMI) ................................................. 19
1.5 Operation Buttons & Indicators (LEDs).............................................................. 20
1.5.1 Operation Buttons ...................................................................................... 20
1.5.2 Indicators (LEDs) ...................................................................................... 20
1.5.3 Operation Buttons & LEDs Functions ...................................................... 21
1.5.4 Errors & Remedies .................................................................................... 23
Chapter 2 Operating Principles
2.1 Overview ............................................................................................................. 25
2.2 Printer Mechanism............................................................................................... 25
2.3 Printhead Specifications ...................................................................................... 26
2.4 PG Setting............................................................................................................ 27
2.5 Motors & Sensors ................................................................................................ 28
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting
3.1 Overview ............................................................................................................. 30
3.1.1 Troubleshooting according to Error Messages .......................................... 30
3.1.2 Troubleshooting based on Observed Faults .............................................. 55
Chapter 4 Disassembly And Assembly
4.1 Overview ............................................................................................................. 65
4.1.1 Precautions ................................................................................................ 65
4.1.2 Tools .......................................................................................................... 66
4.1.3 Screws ....................................................................................................... 66
4.1.4 Making a Special Tool for CSIC Board .................................................... 66
4.1.5 Work Completion Checklist ...................................................................... 67
4.1.6
Locking/Unlocking the Carriage and Opening/Closing the CDR Tray Base
4.1.7 Disassembly ............................................................................................... 70
4.2 Removing the Housings ...................................................................................... 71
4.2.1 Paper Support Assy ................................................................................... 71
4.2.2 Stacker Assy .............................................................................................. 71
4.2.3 Front Decoration Plate Left/Right ............................................................. 72
4.2.4 Rear Housing ............................................................................................. 72
4.2.5 Panel Unit .................................................................................................. 73
4.2.6 Decoration Plate Left/Right ....................................................................... 75
4.2.7 Upper Housing / Printer Cover .................................................................. 76
4.2.8 Upper Housing Support Assy .................................................................... 78
4.3 Removing the Boards .......................................................................................... 79
4.3.1 Board Assy (Main Board/Power Supply Board) ....................................... 79
4.3.2 LED Board ................................................................................................ 81
4.3.3 High Voltage Module ................................................................................ 82
4.4 Disassembling the Printer Mechanism................................................................ 84
4.4.1 APG Assy .................................................................................................. 84
4.4.2 CR Scale .................................................................................................... 85
4.4.3 Printhead / CSIC Assy ............................................................................... 87
4.4.4 Lower Housing / Printer Mechanism ........................................................ 91
4.4.5 Carriage Shaft / Carriage Unit ................................................................... 93
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4.4.6 ASF Assy ................................................................................................. 101
4.4.7 Front Paper Guide Pad ............................................................................. 105
4.4.8 Waste Ink Pad / Waste Ink Tube Left/Right ........................................... 106
4.4.9 Foot .......................................................................................................... 107
4.4.10 PictBridge Holder Assy ......................................................................... 107
4.4.11 Paper EJ Frame Assy / Front Cover / CDR Tray Base .......................... 108
4.4.12 CDR Release Lever Sub Assy ............................................................... 110
4.4.13 Ink System Unit ..................................................................................... 112
4.4.14 Front Paper Guide / Paper EJ Roller /Front Paper Guide Pad Tray ...... 115
4.4.15 PF Roller Shaft ...................................................................................... 118
4.4.16 Release Holder Assy .............................................................................. 121
4.4.17 FLAG Release Assy .............................................................................. 122
4.4.18 Upper Paper Guide Assys ...................................................................... 123
4.5 Removing the Motors ........................................................................................ 125
4.5.1 CR Motor ................................................................................................. 125
4.5.2 PF Motor .................................................................................................. 126
4.5.3 ASF Motor ............................................................................................... 127
4.6 Removing the Sensors ....................................................................................... 128
4.6.1 CR Encoder ............................................................................................. 128
4.6.2 PF Encoder .............................................................................................. 128
4.6.3 Ink Mark Sensor / PW sensor .................................................................. 129
4.6.4 CDR Sensor ............................................................................................. 130
4.6.5 PE Sensor Holder .................................................................................... 131
4.6.6 Cover Open Sensor .................................................................................. 132
Chapter 6 Maintenance
6.1 Overview ........................................................................................................... 156
6.1.1 Cleaning ................................................................................................... 156
6.1.2 Service Maintenance ............................................................................... 156
6.1.3 Lubrication .............................................................................................. 158
Chapter 7 Appendix
7.1 Connector Summary.......................................................................................... 165
7.2 Exploded Diagram / Parts List .......................................................................... 165
Chapter 5 Adjustment
5.1 Adjustment Items and Overview....................................................................... 134
5.1.1 Servicing Adjustment Item List ............................................................... 134
5.1.2 Replacement Part-Based Adjustment Priorities ...................................... 137
5.1.3 Required Adjustment Tools ..................................................................... 139
5.2 Adjustment ........................................................................................................ 140
5.2.1 PF Belt Tension Adjustment ................................................................... 140
5.2.2 PG Adjustment ........................................................................................ 141
5.2.3 PF Roller Shaft Center Support Position Adjustment ............................. 145
5.2.4 Colorimetric Calibration .......................................................................... 149
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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EPSON Stylus Photo R1900 Revision B
Paper Support & Stacker are Closed
Paper Support & Stacker are Opened
1.1 Features
EPSON Stylus Photo R1900 is a color ink-jet printer that supports A3+ size.
The main features are;
High speed & High quality
Maximum print resolution: SMGA 5760 (H) x 1440 (V) dpi
F8 Mach print head are mounted.
Seven newly developed pigment ink cartridges and one gloss optimizer ink
cartridge enable high quality photo printing.
CD and DVD label printing are supported.
High-speed borderless printing is available.
Direct printing (PictBridge)
Two USB ports for PC connection
New exterior design
Control panel
Simple design with four buttons and three indicators (LED).
Dimensions
Dimensions: 616 mm (W) x 322 mm (D) x 214 mm (H)
(Paper support and stacker are closed. Rubber feet are included)
Weight: 12.2 kg
(without ink cartridges, CDR Tray, Roll paper holders and
Single sheet guide)
Figure 1-1. External View
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1.2 Printing Specifications
1.2.1 Basic Specifications
Table 1-1. Printer Specifications
Item Specifications
Print method On-demand ink jet
Nozzle configuration Black: 180 nozzles x 2 (Photo Black, Matte Black)
Color: 180 nozzles x 5
(Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Red, Orange)
Gross Optimizer:
180 nozzles x 1
Print direction
Print resolution Horizontal x Vertical (dpi)
Control code
Internal font Character code:Alphanumeric with expanded graphics (PC437)
Input buffer size T.B.D. Kbytes
Paper feed method Friction feed, using one ASF (Auto Sheet Feeder)
Paper path 2-way feed
Paper feed rates 170 msec (at 25.4 mm feed)
PF interval Programmable in 0.01764 mm (1/1440 inch) steps
Bi-directional minimum distance printing, unidirectional printing
• 360 x 180 • 1440 x 720
• 360 x 360 • SMGA 5760 x 1440
• 720 x 720
• ESC/P Raster command
• ESC/P-R (RGB) command
• EPSON Remote command
ASCII, 20H to 7FH only
Font: EPSON original font
Alphanumeric font: Courier
1.2.2 Ink Cartridge
The product numbers of the EPSON ink cartridges for this printer are shown below.
Table 1-2. Product No. of Ink Cartridges
Color Code
Photo Black T0871
Matte Black T0878
Cyan T0872
Magenta T0873
Yellow T0874
Orange T0879
Red T0877
Gloss Optimizer T0870
Shelf life
Two years from production date (if unopened), six months after opening package.
Storage Temperature
Table 1-3. Storage Temperature
Situation Storage Temperature Limit
When stored in individual boxes
When installed in main unit
Dimension
12.7 mm (W) x 68 mm (D) x 47 mm (H)
The ink cartridge cannot be refilled.
Do not use expired ink cartridges.
The ink in the ink cartridge freezes at -16 °C (3.2 oF). It takes
about three hours under 25 °C (77
becomes usable.
-20 oC to 40 oC
(-4oF to 104oF)
-20 oC to 40 oC
o
F to 104oF)
(-4
1 month max. at 40 oC (104oF)
o
F) until the ink thaws and
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1.2.3 Print Mode
Media
• Plain paper
• Premium Bright White Paper
(EAI)
• Bright White Inkjet Paper
(others)
• Premium Photo Paper Glossy
(EAI)
• Premium Glossy Photo Paper
(others)
• Premium Photo Paper Semigloss (EAI)
• Premium Semigloss Photo
Paper (others)
• Premium Luster Photo Paper
• Photo Paper Glossy (EAI)
• Glossy Photo Paper (others)
• Premium Presentation Paper
Matte (EAI)
• Matte Paper Heavy-weight
(others)
Table 1-4. Print Mode (Color)
Print
Mode
Draft/
Economy
Fine 720x720
Fine 720x720
Photo 1440x720
Super
Photo
Fine 720x720
Photo 1440x720
Super
Photo
Fine 720x720
Photo 1440x720
Super
Photo
Photo 1440x720
Super
Photo
Resolution
(H x V) dpi
360x360
5760x1440
5760x1440
5760x1440
5760x1440
Dot Size
(cps*)
Eco
(240cps)
VSD1,2
(220cps)
VSD1,2
(220cps)
VSD2
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD1,2
(220cps)
VSD2
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD1,2
(220cps)
VSD2
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD2
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
Bi-d
Micro
Weave
ON OFF
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
Table 1-4. Print Mode (Color)
Media
• Archival Matte Paper (EAI)
• Enhanced Matte Paper (others)
• Double-sided Matte Paper
• Presentation Paper Matte
(EAI)
• Photo Quality Inkjet Paper
(others)
• Watercolor Paper - Radiant
White
• Velvet Fine Art Paper Super
• Ultra Smooth Fine Art Paper Super
• PremierArt Matte Scrapbook
Photo Paper
• CD/DVD Super
• CD/DVD Premium Surface Super
Note : The default is indicated by boldface.
Note * : cps = character per second
Print
Mode
Photo 1440x720
Super
Photo
Photo 1440x720
Super
Photo
Photo 1440x720
Super
Photo
Photo
Photo
Photo 1440x720
Super
Photo
Photo
Photo
Resolution
(H x V) dpi
5760x1440
5760x1440
5760x1440
5760x1440
5760x1440
5760x1440
5760x1440
5760x1440
Dot Size
(cps*)
VSD2
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD2
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD2
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD2
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
Bi-d
Micro
Weave
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
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Table 1-5. Print Mode (Monochrome)
Media
• Plain paper
• Premium Bright White Paper
(EAI)
• Bright White Inkjet Paper
(others)
• Premium Photo Paper Glossy
(EAI)
• Premium Glossy Photo Paper
(others)
• Premium Photo Paper Semigloss (EAI)
• Premium Semigloss Photo
Paper (others)
• Premium Luster Photo Paper
• Photo Paper Glossy (EAI)
• Glossy Photo Paper (others)
• Premium Presentation Paper
Matte (EAI)
• Matte Paper Heavy-weight
(others)
• Archival Matte Paper (EAI)
• Enhanced Matte Paper (others)
Print
Mode
Draft/
Economy
Fine 720x720
Fine 720x720
Photo 1440x720
Super
Photo
Fine 720x720
Photo 1440x720
Super
Photo
Fine 720x720
Photo 1440x720
Super
Photo
Photo 1440x720
Super
Photo
Photo 1440x720
Super
Photo
Resolution
(H x V) dpi
360x180
5760x1440
5760x1440
5760x1440
5760x1440
5760x1440
Dot Size
(cps*)
Eco
(240cps)
VSD1,2
(220cps)
VSD1,2
(220cps)
VSD2
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD1,2
(220cps)
VSD2
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD1,2
(220cps)
VSD2
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD2
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD2
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
Bi-d
Micro
Weave
ON OFF
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
Table 1-5. Print Mode (Monochrome)
Media
• Double-sided Matte Paper
• Presentation Paper Matte
(EAI)
• Photo Quality Inkjet Paper
(others)
• Watercolor Paper - Radiant
White
• Velvet Fine Art Paper Super
• Ultra Smooth Fine Art Paper Super
• PremierArt Matte Scrapbook
Photo Paper
• CD/DVD Super
• CD/DVD Premium Surface Super
Note : The default is indicated by boldface.
Note * : cps = character per second
Print
Mode
Photo 1440x720
Super
Photo
Photo 1440x720
Super
Photo
Photo
Photo
Photo 1440x720
Super
Photo
Photo
Photo
Resolution
(H x V) dpi
5760x1440
5760x1440
5760x1440
5760x1440
5760x1440
5760x1440
5760x1440
Dot Size
(cps*)
VSD2
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD2
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD2
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
VSD3
(200cps)
Bi-d
Micro
Weave
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
ON ON
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1.2.4 Supported Paper
The table below lists the paper type and sizes supported by the printer. The Supported paper type and sizes vary depending on destinations (between EAI, EUR, and Asia).
Table 1-6. Supported Paper
Paper Name Paper Size
A3 297 x 420 mm
US B 279.4 x 431.8 mm (11” x 17”) Y - - - - -
B4 257 x 364 mm Y - Y - Y -
Legal 215.9 x 355.6 mm (8.5”x14”) Y - Y - Y -
Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5”x11”) Y - Y - Y -
Plain paper
Premium Inkjet Plain Paper A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) 0.11 80 21 - - Y - Y -
Premium Bright White Paper Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5”x11”) 0.11 90 24 Y - - - - -
Bright White Inkjet Paper A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) 0.13 92.5 25 - - Y - Y -
A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) Y - Y - Y -
B5 182 x 257 mm (7.2”x10.1”) - - Y - Y -
A5 148 x 210 mm (5.8”x8.3”) - - Y - Y -
Half Letter 139.7 x 215.9 mm (5.5”x8.5”) Y - - - - -
A6 105 x 148 mm (4.1”x5.8”) Y - Y - Y -
User Defined
89 x 127- 329 x 1117.6 mm
(3.56”x 5.08” - 13.16”x44.7”)
Thickness Weight EAI EUR Asia
mm g/m2lb. P*1B*2P*1B*2P*1B*
Y-Y-Y-
0.08-0.11 64-90 17-24
Y-Y-Y-
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Table 1-6. Supported Paper
Paper Name Paper Size
Premium Photo Paper Glossy (EAI)
Premium Glossy Photo Paper (others)
Photo Paper Glossy (EAI)
Glossy Photo Paper (others)
Thickness Weight EAI EUR Asia
mm g/m2lb. P*1B*2P*1B*2P*1B*
A3+/SuperA3 329 x 483 mm
US B 279.4 x 431.8 mm (11” x 17”) Y Y - - - -
A3 297 x 420 mm Y Y Y Y Y Y
11” x 14” 279.4 x 355.6 mm Y Y - - - -
Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5”x11”) Y Y - - - -
A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) Y Y Y Y Y Y
8” x 10” 203.2 x 254 mm Y Y - - - -
5” x 7” 127 x 178 mm Y Y Y Y Y Y
”
x 6
”
4
16:9 wide 102 x 181 mm (4”x7.11”) - - Y Y - -
Roll paper 329 x 1,000 mm Y Y Y Y Y Y
A3+/SuperA3 329 x 483 mm
US B 279.4 x 431.8 mm (11” x 17”) Y Y - - - -
Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5”x11”) Y Y - - - -
A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) Y Y Y Y Y Y
101.6 x 152.4 mm Y Y Y Y Y Y
0.27 255 68
0.25 258 68
YYYYYY
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5” x 7” 127 x 178 mm - - Y Y - -
4” x 6” 101.6 x 152.4 mm Y Y Y Y Y Y
Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss (EAI)
Premium Semigloss Photo Paper (others)
A3+/SuperA3 329 x 483 mm
A3 297 x 420 mm Y Y Y Y Y Y
Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5”x11”) Y Y - - - -
0.27 250 66
A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) - - Y Y Y Y
4” x 6” 101.6 x 152.4 mm Y Y Y Y Y Y
Roll paper 329 x 1,000 mm - - Y Y Y Y
YYYYYY
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Table 1-6. Supported Paper
Paper Name Paper Size
Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster
Premium Luster Photo Paper
Premium Presentation Paper Matte (EAI)
Matte Paper Heavy-weight (others)
Archival Matte Paper (EAI)
Enhanced Matte Paper (others)
Thickness Weight EAI EUR Asia
mm g/m2lb. P*1B*2P*1B*2P*1B*
A3+/SuperA3 329 x 483 mm
A3 297 x 420 mm Y Y - - - -
Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5”x11”) Y Y - - - -
Roll paper 329 x 1,000 mm
Roll paper 210 x 10,000 mm Y Y - - - -
A3+/SuperA3 329 x 483 mm
A3 297 x 420 mm Y Y Y Y Y Y
11” x 14” 279.4 x 355.6 mm Y Y - - - -
Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5”x11”) Y Y - - - -
A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) - - Y Y Y Y
8” x 10” 203.2 x 254 mm Y Y - - - -
A3+/SuperA3 329 x 483 mm Y Y Y Y Y Y
A3 297 x 420 mm Y Y Y Y Y Y
Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5”x11”) Y Y - - - -
A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) - - Y Y Y Y
0.27 250 66
0.27
0.23 167 44
250 66
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YYYYYY
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Double-sided Matte Paper
Presentation Paper Matte (EAI)
Photo Quality Inkjet Paper (others)
Watercolor Paper - Radiant White A3+/SuperA3 329 x 483 mm 0.29
Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5”x11”)
A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) - - Y - Y -
A3+/SuperA3 329 x 483 mm
A3 297 x 420 mm Y - Y - Y -
US B 279.4 x 431.8 mm (11” x 17”) Y - - - - -
Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5”x11”) Y - - - - -
A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) Y - Y - Y -
0.22 185 49
0.12 102 27
190 51
Y-----
Y-Y-Y-
YYYYYY
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Table 1-6. Supported Paper
Paper Name Paper Size
Velvet Fine Art Paper
Ultra Smooth Fine Art Paper A3+/SuperA3 329 x 483 mm 0.46
PremierArt Matte Scrapbook Photo Paper 12” x12” 305 x 305 mm 0.30
Photo Quality Self Adheshive Sheet A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) 0.19
CD/DVD
CD/DVD Premium Surface
Note *1: “Y” in the “P” column stands for “the paper type/size is Supported”.
*2: “Y” in the “B” column stands for “Borderless printing is available”.
A3+/SuperA3 329 x 483 mm
Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5”x11”) Y Y - - - -
ø 12cm ø 12cm - - Y - Y - Y -
ø 8cm ø 8cm - - Y - Y - Y -
Thickness Weight EAI EUR Asia
Make sure the paper is not wrinkled, fluffed, torn, or folded.
The curve of paper must be 5 mm or below.
When printing on an envelope, be sure the flap is folded neatly.
Do not use the adhesive envelopes.
Do not use double envelopes and cellophane window envelopes.
mm g/m2lb. P*1B*2P*1B*2P*1B*
0.48
260 69
325 86
205 52
167 44
YYYY - -
YY----
YY----
Y-Y-Y-
2
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Print Area
LM RM
TM
BM
BM
Cut Sheet (Standard)
Cut Sheet (Borderless)
Print Area
LM RM
Paper Size
TM
Paper Feed Direction
1.2.5 Printing Area
The printing area for this printer is shown below.
Table 1-7. Printing Area (Margins)
Print Mode Paper Size
Standard print Any size 3 mm 3 mm 3 mm 3 mm
Roll paper 30 mm 21 mm 3 mm 3 mm
Borderless
print
Note * : The margins for Borderless print are margins that bleed off the edges of paper.
A3/A3+/SuperA3 3.5 mm* 3.5 mm* 3 mm* 4.52 mm*
A4/Letter to 5” x 7” 2.5 mm* 2.5 mm* 3 mm* 4.02 mm*
4” x 6” 2.54 mm* 2.54 mm* 1.34 mm* 2.54 mm*
Left Right Top Bottom
Margin
1.3 Interface
This printer has two USB device ports on the rear side to connect the printer with
computers or the like, and one USB host port on the front side to connect an external
device such as a DSC (digital still camera) with the printer. The table below describes
the specifications of each USB port.
Table 1-8. USB Interface Specifications
Item USB Device port USB Host port*
• Universal Serial Bus
Specifications Revision 2.0
Compatible standards
Transfer rate 480 Mbps (High Speed)
Data format NRZI
Compatible connector USB Series B USB Series A
Max. cable length 2 [m] or less 1.8 [m] or less
Note * : External devices that can be connected to the USB device port are:
DSC compliant with the USB Direct Print Protocol specification Rev 1.0
DSC compliant with the CIPA DC-001-2003 (PictBridge) specifications
• Universal Serial Bus Device
Class Definition for Printing
Devices Version 1.1
Table 1-9. Device ID
When IEEE 1284.4 is Enabled When IEEE 1284.4 is Disabled
MFG:EPSON;
CMD:ESCPL2,BDC,D4,D4PX,ESCPR1;
MDL:Stylus[SP]Photo[SP]R1900;
CLS:PRINTER;
DES:EPSON[SP]Stylus[SP]Photo [SP]R1900;
MFG:EPSON;
CMD:ESCPL2,BDC;
MDL:Stylus[SP]Photo[SP]R1900;
CLS:PRINTER;
DES:EPSON[SP]Stylus[SP]Photo [SP]R1900;
• Universal Serial Bus
Specifications Revision 2.0
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Figure 1-2. Printing Area
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10/50
27/80
30/86 35/95 40/10420/68
Temperature (°C/°F)
20
30
40
50
90
80
70
60
Humidity (%)
1.4 General Specifications
1.4.1 Electrical Specifications
Primary power input
Table 1-10. Primary Power Specifications
Item 100-120V model 220-240V model
Rated power supply voltage 100 to 120 VAC 220 to 240 VAC
Input voltage range 90 to 132 VAC 198 to 264 VAC
Rated current 0.6 A (max. 1.0 A) 0.3 A (max. 0.5 A)
Rated frequency 50 to 60 Hz
Input frequency range 49.5 to 60.5 Hz
Insulation resistance AC1000Vrms (for one minute)
Energy conservation International Energy Star Program compliant
Printing Approx. 20 W Approx. 20 W
Power
consumption
Note : If the printer is not operated for more than three minutes, the printer shifts into the
standby mode and reduces the current to the motors to save power.
Sleep mode Approx. 3.1 W Approx. 4.0 W
Standby mode (power-off) Approx. 0.2 W Approx. 0.5 W
1.4.2 Environmental Conditions
Table 1-11. Environmental Conditions
Condition Temperature
Operating
Storage*3
(unpacked)
Note *1: The combined Temperature and Humidity conditions must be within the blue-shaded
range in Figure 1-3.
*2: No condensation
*3: Non-operating with unpacked.
*4: Must be less than 1 month under 40°C.
10 to 35°C
(50 to 95°F)
-20 to 40°C*
(-4°F to 104°F)
*1
4
Humidity
20
to 80%
to 85%
5
*1,2
Shock Vibration
1G
(1 msec or less)
2G
(2 msec or less)
10 to 55Hz
10 to 55Hz
0.15G,
0.50G,
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Figure 1-3. Temperature/Humidity Range
When returning the repaired printer to the customer, make sure
the Printhead is covered with the cap and the ink cartridge is
installed.
If the Printhead is not covered with the cap when the printer is off,
turn on the printer with the ink cartridge installed, make sure the
Printhead is covered with the cap, and then turn the printer off.
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1.4.3 Durability
Total print life: Black 16,000 pages (A4, 3.5% duty),
Color 10,000 pages (A4, 5% duty),
or five years which ever comes first
Printhead: Six billions shots (per nozzle) or five years which ever comes
first
1.4.4 Acoustic Noise
T.B.D. dB (when printing from PC, on Premium Glossy Photo Paper, in highest
quality)
1.4.5 Safety Approvals (Safety standards/EMI)
USA UL60950-1
FCC Part15 Subpart B Class B
Canada CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.60950-1
CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR 22 Class B
Mexico NOM-019-SCFI-1998
Taiwan CNS13438 Class B
CNS14336
EU EN60950-1
EN55022 Class B
EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3
EN55024
Germany EN60950-1
Russia GOST-R (IEC60950-1, CISPR 22)
Singapore IEC60950-1
Korea K60950-1
KN22 Class B
KN61000-4-2/-3/-4/-5/-6/-11
China GB4943
GB9254 Class B, GB17625.1
Argentina IEC60950-1
Australia AS/NZS CISPR22 Class B
Hong Kong IEC60950-1
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Power Button Paper ButtonInk Button
Power LED Ink LEDPaper LED
Roll Paper Button
1.5 Operation Buttons & Indicators (LEDs)
1.5.1 Operation Buttons
The printer has the following four operation buttons.
Table 1-12. Operation Buttons
Button Function
Power Turns the power ON/OFF.
Paper Feeds or ejects paper.
Ink Runs a sequence of ink cartridge replacement or cleaning.
Roll Paper
1.5.2 Indicators (LEDs)
Eleven indicators (LEDs) are provided to indicate settings or printer status.
LED Function
Power LED (green)
Ink LED (orange)*
Paper LED (orange)*
Cartridge LED (red) x 8 Indicates an ink-related error of each ink cartridge.*
Note *1: The Ink LED and Paper LED stay OFF when printing from PC.
*2: See Table 1-15 “Indicators (LEDs) Function” for the LED status at error occurrence.
1
Prints the cutting line on the roll paper or feeds the paper
backwards out of the printer.
Table 1-13. Indicators (LEDs)
Lights at power-on.
Flashes during some sequence is in progress.
Flashes at high speed during power-OFF sequence.
Lights or flashes when an ink-related error occurs.*
1
Lights or flashes when an paper- or CDR-related error occurs.*
Figure 1-4. Buttons & LEDs
2
2
2
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1
2
2
359
360
359
360
1
1
2
359
360
359
Note : The numbers shown in the figure are nozzle numbers. The numbers and color names
are not printed on an actual nozzle check pattern.
720 dpi VSD1
32 dots
0.141 mm (1/180 inch)
Yellow Magenta Matte Black Red Photo BlackCyanOrange
1.5.3 Operation Buttons & LEDs Functions
Detailed information on the buttons and LEDs functions are listed below.
Table 1-14. Operation Button Functions
Button
Power
Ink On
Paper
Ink
(when held for three
seconds or longer)
Roll Paper On
Printer
Status
Off • Turns the power on.
On • Turns the power off.
• Runs a sequence of ink cartridge replacement. The
carriage moves to set the ink cartridge to the position
for replacement.
• When an ink cartridge has been set in the ink replacement
position, moves the carriage to the home position.
• Feeds or ejects paper.*
• Recovers from a multi-feed error and feeds paper to
restart the print job.
• Feeds paper when paper is loaded after a no-paper
error occurs.
On
• Ejects a jammed paper when a paper jam error occurs.
• Cancels the print job during printing.
• Runs a sequence of ink cartridge replacement when
an ink-out error occurs. The carriage moves to set the
ink cartridge to the position for replacement.
• When an ink cartridge has been set in the ink replacement
position, moves the carriage to the home position.
During CDR
printing
On
• Recovers from a paper jam error.
• Cancels the print job during printing.
• Runs a head cleaning.
• Runs a sequence of ink cartridge replacement when
ink level low, ink out, or no ink cartridge error has
occurred.
• Feeds the roll paper to the cutting position and prints
a cutting line.
• Returns the cutting position.
• When an ink cartridge has been set in the ink
replacement position, moves the carriage to the home
position.
Table 1-14. Operation Button Functions
Button
Roll Paper
Function
(when held for three
seconds or longer)
Power + Ink *
2
(combination)
Power + Paper *
1
(combination)
1
Note 1: The paper cannot be fed or ejected if the CDR Tray Base is open.
2: The nozzle check pattern printed by the printer is shown in Figure 1-5.
Printer
Status
Function
• Ejects the paper backwards out of the printer.
On
• When an ink cartridge has been set in the ink
replacement position, moves the carriage to the home
position.
On • Forcefully turns the power off.
At power on
At power on
• Turns the power on in rub reduction mode when
connected to DSC (digital still camera).
• Prints a nozzle check pattern*
the PC.
2
when not connected to
Figure 1-5. Nozzle Check Pattern
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Table 1-15. Indicators (LEDs) Function
Printer Status
Power OFF
Power Paper Ink
Flashes at
high speed
Fatal error OFF
Maintenance request OFF
CDR guide error -- Flashes 2
Indicators (LEDs)
OFF OFF 1
Flashes at
high speed
Flashes at
high speed
Flashes
alternately 1
alternately 2
Flashes at
high speed
Flashes
Paper path error -- Flashes --
Cover open error -- Flashes --
Multi-feed error -- ON --
No paper error -- ON --
Ink cartridge replacement is in progress Flashes -- -- 7
Ink sequence is in progress Flashes -- -- 8
CSIC error -- -- ON*
No ink cartridge error or ink-out error -- -- ON*
Data processing/Printing from camera Flashes -- --
Connected to non-supported external
device
-- Flashes 2 Flashes 3
Connected to USB hub -- Flashes 4 Flashes
Ink level low -- -- Flashes*
Connected to camera
(with rubbing reduction)
(without rubbing reduction)
Flashes 4 -- --
Flashes 2 -- --
Power ON Flashes -- --
Reset request*
3
ON ON ON --
Pri-
ority*
2
2
2
10
11
12Connected to camera
Note : --: No change
Flash: Repeats turning On and Off every 1.25 seconds.
1
Flash 2: Repeats On for 0.5 seconds, Off for 0.5 seconds,
On for 0.5 seconds, and Off for 1.0 second.
Flash 3: Repeats Off for 0.5 seconds, On for 0.5 seconds,
Off for 0.5 seconds, and On for 1.0 second.
Flash 4: Repeats On for 2.0 seconds and Off for 0.5 seconds.
2
3
Flash at high speed: Repeats turning On and Off every 0.5 seconds.
Flashes alternately 1: Same as the “Flash”
Flashes alternately 2: Repeats turning Off and On every 1.25 seconds.
4
5Paper (CDR) jam -- Flashes --
6
9
Note *1: When two or more errors occur at the same time, the one with higher priority will be indicated.
*2: The cartridge LED corresponding to each ink cartridge lights.
*3: The all LEDs light for 0.2 seconds when a reset request is received.
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1.5.4 Errors & Remedies
Table 1-16. Errors & Remedies
Error Error Remedies
Fatal error A mechanical error has occurred. Turn the power Off and back it On.
Maintenance
request
CDR guide error
Paper jam
No paper
Multi-feed
Ink-out The cartridge has run out of ink.
No ink cartridge Ink cartridge(s) was not detected.
Wrong ink
cartridge
Paper path error
Cover open error
Waste ink pads need to be
replaced.
• The CDR Tray Base was open
Replace the waste ink pads and reset
the counter.
Close the CDR Tray Base.
when receiving or printing a
ASF print job.
• The CDR Tray Base was
Open the CDR Tray Base.
closed when receiving or
printing a CDR print job.
A paper jam has occurred. <When printing on paper>
Remove the jammed paper and press
the Paper button.*
1
<When printing on CDR>
Remove the jammed CDR tray and
press the Paper button.
Failed to feed paper. Load paper correctly and press the
1
1
Multiple sheets of paper were fed
at the same time.
Paper button.*
Press the Paper button to eject the
multiple sheets.*
Replace the cartridge with a new one.*
Replace the cartridge with a new one.*
Incorrect ink cartridge(s) was
detected.
The paper was loaded in a
different way from the specified
one.
Printing was executed with the
Replace the cartridge with the correct
2
one.*
Eject the fed paper and press the Paper
button after loading paper in the
specified way.
Close the Printer Cover.
Printer Cover open.
2
2
Note : For more information on the remedies, see “ 3.1.1 Troubleshooting according to
Error Messages” (p.30).
Note *1: When the CDR Tray Base is opened, close the CDR Tray Base and press the Paper
button.
*2: When the CDR tray has been inserted, remove the CDR tray and press the Ink button.
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Rear Paper
Eject Roller
Front Paper
Eject Roller
Ink Mark
Sensor
PW Sensor
CR Scale
PF Roller
PF Encoder
Sensor
PF Scale
PF Motor
Carriage
Unit
Ink System
Unit
Pump Motor
CD-R Sensor
Carriage
Shaft
APG Sensors
APG Motor
APF Sensor
Timing Belt
CR Encoder
Sensor
LD Roller
Retard
Roller
PE Sensor
ASF Motor
CR Motor
PF Roller
Cover Open
Sensor
2.1 Overview
This chapter explains the operating principles of the mechanical sections and electrical
circuits in this product. The main components of this product are as follows.
Control circuit board : C698 MAIN
Power supply circuit board : C698 PSB/PSE
Control panel board : C698 PNL
LED board : C698 PNL-B
2.2 Printer Mechanism
Like the conventional model, this product uses DC motors and stepping motors as
power sources. The following table describes the motor types and their applications.
Motor Name Type Applications/Functions
CR Motor
PF Motor
APG Motor
DC motor with
brushes
DC motor with
brushes
DC motor with
brushes
4-phase, 48-pole
ASF Motor
PM type stepping
motor
4-phase, 48-pole
Pump Motor
PM type stepping
motor
Table 2-1. Motors
Used for carriage driving. Makes little noise during
driving. The CR linear scale and CR encoder sensor
are used to control the motor.
Drives the Paper loading rollers at the time of fixedvalue paper loading or paper feed/eject operation. To
grasp the paper feed pitch, the precision gear surface
is fitted with the PF scale and the PF encoder sensor
is used to control the motor.
Drives the Carriage Unit at the time of PG setting.
The two APG Sensors are driven vertically to control
the motor.
Drives the paper feed operation of the ASF. Since
this is a stepping motor, any scales or photo sensors
to know the driving conditions are not required.
Drives the pump, wiper, etc. of the Ink System. Since
this is a stepping motor, any scales or photo sensors
to know the driving conditions are not required.
The basic mechanism is almost same as the Stylus Photo R1800.
The schematic diagram below shows the printer mechanism.
Figure 2-1. Printer Mechanism Outline
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31.89mm
41.66mm
Carriage moving direction
Paper feeding
direction
0.071mm
(1/360inch)
0.141mm
(1/180inch)
Line A
Line B
7.620mm
(216/720inch)
2.258mm
(64/720inch)
2.258mm
(64/720inch)
2.258mm
(64/720inch)
2.258mm
(64/720inch)
7.620mm
(216/720inch)
7.620mm
(216/720inch)
Line C
Line D
Line E
Line F
Line G
Line H
2.3 Printhead Specifications
The Printhead of this product is a F-Mach head.
The following shows the arrangement of the nozzles and the color arrangement of each
nozzle line when viewed the Print Head from behind.
Figure 2-2. Nozzle Arrangement
Table 2-2. Nozzle Lines and the Corresponding Ink Color
Line Ink
AYellow
B Magenta
CMatte Black
D Red
E Orange
F Photo Black
G Gloss Optimizer
H Cyan
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2.4 PG Setting
As this printer uses an Auto PG (APG), an appropriate PG position is set according to the used paper type.
The following table indicates the PG positions, the main applications of each position, and the relationships between the two sensors used with the APG.
Table 2-3.
Application
Printing • Photo paper
Non-printing
PG value 1.05mm 1.20mm 1.70mm 2.10mm 4.50mm –
Sensor PG (– –) PG (–) PG (Typ) PG (+) PG (++) Release
APG Sensor 1* Low Low Low Low Low Low
APG Sensor 2 Low Low Low Low High High
PG (– –) PG (–) PG (Typ) PG (+) PG (++) Release
(A4,Letter)
• Roll paper
• Photo Matte paper
––
• Plain paper
• Exclusive paper
• PG (-) rub avoidance
• Standby position after
power-on (When the
CDR Tray Base is
closed.)
• At power-off
• Ink Mark Sensor reading.
(Auto Bi-D)
PG Position
• Envelope
• PG (Typ) rub avoidance
• Ink Mark Sensor reading.
(Detection of dot
missing)
• CD/DVD
• Initialization at power-on
• Cleaning (wiping)
• Ink Cartridge
replacement
–
• Standby state for CD/
DVD feeding
• Paper jam removal
Note "* " : The signal output is “High” while the PG positions are changed.
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2
3
4
7
9
6
E
D
C
A
10
B
5
8
2.5 Motors & Sensors
Motors
Fig. Name Specific
Type: DC Motor Drive voltage: 42VDC±5%
Armature resistance: 21.2Ω ±10%
Type: DC Motor Drive voltage: 42VDC±5%
Armature resistance: 64.7Ω ±15%
Type: 4-phase 48-pole PM type stepping motor Drive voltage: 42VDC±5%
Winding resistance: 7.0Ω ±10% (per phase at 25°C)
Type: DC Motor Drive voltage: 42VDC±5%
Armature resistance: 23.6Ω ±10%
Type: 4-phase 48-pole PM type stepping motor Drive voltage: 42VDC±5%
Winding resistance: 10.3Ω ±10% (per phase at 25°C)
A PF Motor
B APG Motor
C ASF Motor
DCR Motor
EPump Motor
Sensors
Fig. Name Specific
1 PF Encoder sensor Type: Rotary Encoder Drive voltage: 3.3VDC±5%
2 APG Sensor (1)
3 APG Sensor (2)
4 ASF Sensor
5PE Sensor
6 CR Encoder sensor Type: Linear Encoder Drive voltage: 3.3VDC
7 PW Sensor
Table 2-4. List of Motors
Table 2-5. List of Sensors
Type: Transmissive photo interrupter Drive voltage: 3.3VDC±5%
Sensor output:
• High: In the domain of each PG position
• Low: Between PG positions
Type: Transmissive photo interrupter Drive voltage: 3.3VDC
Sensor output:
• High: In the domain of large PG
• Low: In the domain of small PG
Type: Transmissive photo interrupter Drive voltage: 3.3VDC
Sensor output:
• High: Home position
• Low: Other than home position
Type: Transmissive photo interrupter Drive voltage: 3.3VDC
Sensor output:
• High (2.4V or more): No paper
• Low (0.4V or less): Paper exists
Type: Reflective photo interrupter Drive voltage: 3.3VDC±5%
Sensor output:
• High: No paper
• Low: Paper exists
±5%
±5%
±5%
±5%
Table 2-5. List of Sensors
Fig. Name Specific
8 Ink Mark Sensor Type: Diffuse reflective photo interrupter Drive voltage: 3.3(5)VDC±5%
Type: Mechanical contact Drive voltage: 3.3VDC±5%
9CDR Sensor
Cover Open
10
Sensor
Sensor output:
• High: CDR Tray Base open
• Low: CDR Tray Base closed
Type: Mechanical contact Drive voltage: 3.3VDC±5%
Sensor output:
• High: Cover closed
• Low: Cover open
Figure 2-3. Motors and Sensors Layout
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3.1 Overview
This chapter describes unit-level troubleshooting.
3.1.1 Troubleshooting according to Error Messages
After checking the printer LED and STM3 error indications, you can grasp the fault location using the check list in this section. When you find the fault location, refer to Chapter 4
“Disassembly and Reassembly” and change the corresponding part and/or unit. The following table indicates the check point reference tables corresponding to the error states (LED
and STM3).
Table 3-1. List of Error Messages
Error Status
Communication error
Model Difference
Printer cover open
error
CDR Guide error
Paper out error
Paper (CDR) jam
Power Paper Ink
LED Indications
Communication error
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-Flash-
-Flash 2
- Light -
-Flash-
Flashes at
high speed
Check all connections and make sure all devices are on. If the power was
turned off during printing, cancel the print job. If the error does not clear,
see your printer documentation.
Different device from specified
Attempting to connect to a different device from that specified in the driver.
Check the driver settings and the device.
Printer cover open
Close the printer cover.
Front paper feed guide open
Remove the CD/DVD tray, then close the front paper feed guide.
Media out or not loaded correctly
For sheets of paper, reload the paper correctly, then press the Paper button
on the printer.
For roll paper or velvet paper, insert the end of the paper into the printer.
For a CD or DVD, load the CD/DVD tray correctly, then press the Paper
button on the printer.
Paper jam or CD/DVD tray jam
For sheets of paper, turn off the printer and then remove any jammed paper
by hand.
For a CD or DVD, remove the CD/DVD tray. Next, press the Paper button
on the printer or click the Eject button if it appears on this screen.
STM3 Message See the table for Troubleshooting
Refer to Table 3-2 “Troubleshooting of Communication
Error” (P.32)
Refer to Table 3-3 “Troubleshooting of Printer Cover
Open Error” (P.34)
Refer to Table 3-4 “Troubleshooting of CDR Guide
Error” (P.35)
Refer to Table 3-5 “Troubleshooting of Paper Out
Error” (P.36)
Refer to Table 3-6 “Troubleshooting of Paper Jam
Error” (P.40)
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