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LASERJET PRO 400 MFP
Troubleshooting Manual
M425
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HP LaserJet Pro 400 MFP M425 Series
Troubleshooting Manual
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Copyright and License
© 2012 Copyright Hewlett-Packard
Development Company, L.P.
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Conventions used in this guide
TIP: Tips provide helpful hints or shortcuts.
NOTE: Notes provide important information to explain a concept or to complete a task.
CAUTION: Cautions indicate procedures that you should follow to avoid losing data or damaging
the product.
WARNING! Warnings alert you to specific procedures that you should follow to avoid personal
injury, catastrophic loss of data, or extensive damage to the product.
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Table of contents
1 Theory of operation .......................................................................................................... 1
Basic operation ........................................................................................................................ 2
Major product systems ............................................................................................... 2
Product components .................................................................................................. 3
Sequence of operation ............................................................................................... 4
Engine control system ............................................................................................................... 6
DC controller ............................................................................................................ 7
Motor control ............................................................................................................ 9
Fan control ............................................................................................................. 10
High-voltage power supply ....................................................................................... 11
Fuser control circuit .................................................................................. 12
Fuser temperature control ........................................................... 13
Fuser protection function ............................................................ 14
Fuser failure detection ................................................................ 14
Low-voltage power supply ........................................................................................ 16
Protective function .................................................................................... 16
Safety ..................................................................................................... 17
Low-voltage power supply unit failure detection ............................................ 17
Laser scanner system .............................................................................................................. 18
Laser failure detection .............................................................................................. 19
Image-formation system ........................................................................................................... 20
Image-formation process .......................................................................................... 21
Latent-image formation stage .................................................................................... 22
Step 1: Primary charging .......................................................................... 22
Step 2: Laser-beam exposure ..................................................................... 23
Developing stage .................................................................................................... 23
Step 3: Development ................................................................................ 23
Transfer stage ......................................................................................................... 24
Step 4: Transfer ....................................................................................... 24
Step 5: Separation ................................................................................... 24
Fusing stage ........................................................................................................... 25
Step 6: Fusing ......................................................................................... 25
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Drum cleaning stage ................................................................................................ 26
Step 7: Drum cleaning .............................................................................. 26
Pickup and feed system ........................................................................................................... 27
Jam detection ......................................................................................................... 30
Paper feeder (optional Tray 3) ................................................................................................. 32
Paper feeder operation ............................................................................................ 34
Jam detection ......................................................................................................... 35
Scanner system ...................................................................................................................... 37
Scanner power-on sequence of events ....................................................................... 37
Copy or scan sequence of events .............................................................................. 38
Fax functions and operation .................................................................................................... 39
Computer and network security features ..................................................................... 39
PSTN operation ...................................................................................................... 39
Receive faxes when you hear fax tones ...................................................................... 39
Distinctive ring function ............................................................................................ 40
Use fax with voice over IP services ............................................................................ 40
The fax subsystem ................................................................................................... 41
Fax card in the fax subsystem ................................................................................... 41
Safety isolation ........................................................................................ 41
Safety-protection circuitry .......................................................................... 41
Data path ................................................................................................ 42
Hook state ............................................................................................... 42
Downstream device detection .................................................................... 43
Hook switch control .................................................................................. 43
Ring detect .............................................................................................. 43
Line current control ................................................................................... 43
Billing- (metering-) tone filters ..................................................................... 43
Fax page storage in flash memory ............................................................................ 43
Stored fax pages ...................................................................................... 44
Advantages of flash memory storage .......................................................... 44
USB flash drive ...................................................................................................................... 45
2 Solve problems ............................................................................................................... 47
Solve problems checklist ......................................................................................................... 48
Menu map ............................................................................................................................ 50
Troubleshooting process .......................................................................................................... 51
Pre-troubleshooting checklist ..................................................................................... 51
Determine the problem source ................................................................................... 53
Power subsystem ..................................................................................................... 54
Power-on checks ...................................................................................... 54
Control-panel checks ............................................................................................... 54
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Tools for troubleshooting ......................................................................................................... 55
Component diagnostics ............................................................................................ 55
LED diagnostics ........................................................................................ 55
Network LEDs ........................................................................... 55
Control panel LEDs .................................................................... 55
Engine diagnostics ................................................................................... 56
Engine test ................................................................................ 56
Diagrams ............................................................................................................... 57
Plug/jack locations ................................................................................... 57
Locations of major components .................................................................. 58
General timing chart ................................................................................. 60
General circuit diagrams ........................................................................... 61
Use HP Device Toolbox (Windows) ........................................................................... 64
Internal print-quality test pages .................................................................................. 65
Clean the paper path ............................................................................... 65
Print the configuration page ....................................................................... 65
Print-quality troubleshooting tools .............................................................................. 65
Repetitive image defect ruler ...................................................................... 65
Control panel menus ................................................................................................ 67
HP Web Services menu ............................................................................. 67
Reports menu ........................................................................................... 67
Quick Forms menu ................................................................................... 68
USB Flash Drive menu ............................................................................... 69
System Setup menu ................................................................................... 69
Service menu ........................................................................................... 72
Network Setup menu ................................................................................ 75
Interpret control-panel messages ............................................................................... 77
Control panel message types ..................................................................... 77
Control panel messages ............................................................................ 77
49 Error, Turn off then on ........................................................... 77
50.x Fuser Error ........................................................................ 77
51.XX Error .............................................................................. 77
54.XX Error .............................................................................. 78
55.X Error ................................................................................ 78
57 Fan Error, Turn off then on ..................................................... 78
59.X Error ................................................................................ 79
79 Error Turn off then on ............................................................ 79
79 Service error ........................................................................ 79
Black cartridge low ................................................................... 79
Black cartridge very low ............................................................. 80
Cleaning .................................................................................. 80
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Communication error. ................................................................ 80
Device error, press OK .............................................................. 81
Document feeder door is open. Canceled fax. .............................. 81
Door open ................................................................................ 81
Fax is busy. Canceled send. ....................................................... 81
Fax is busy. Redial pending. ....................................................... 82
Fax receive error. ...................................................................... 82
Fax Send error. ......................................................................... 83
Fax storage is full. Canceling the fax receive. ............................... 83
Fax storage is full. Canceling the fax receive. ............................... 83
Fax storage is full. Canceling the fax send. ................................... 84
Genuine HP supply installed ....................................................... 84
Incompatible black .................................................................... 84
Install black cartridge ................................................................. 84
Invalid driver Press [OK] ............................................................ 84
Jam in Tray 1, Clear jam and then press OK ................................ 85
Load Tray 1 <TYPE> <SIZE>, Press OK to use available media ....... 85
Load Tray 1, <PLAIN> <SIZE> / Cleaning mode, OK to start ......... 85
Load tray <X> Press [OK] for available media .............................. 85
Load tray <X> <TYPE> <SIZE> .................................................... 85
Manual Duplex Load Tray 1, Press OK ........................................ 86
Manual feed <SIZE> <TYPE>, Press OK to use available media ...... 86
Memory is low. Press OK. .......................................................... 86
Misprint, Press OK ..................................................................... 86
No dial tone. ............................................................................ 87
No fax answer. Canceled send. .................................................. 87
No fax answer. Redial pending. ................................................. 87
No fax detected. ....................................................................... 88
Print failure, press OK. If error repeats, turn off then on. ................. 88
Rear door open ......................................................................... 88
Remove shipping material from toner cartridge ............................. 89
Replace black cartridge ............................................................. 89
Unexpected size in tray <X> Load <size> Press [OK] ..................... 89
Unsupported black cartridge Press [OK] to continue ...................... 89
Used black cartridge is installed Press [OK] to continue ................. 90
Event-log messages ................................................................................................. 91
Print the event log ..................................................................................... 91
Show an event log ................................................................................... 91
Event log messages .................................................................................. 91
Clear jams ............................................................................................................................ 94
Jam locations .......................................................................................................... 94
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Clear jams from the document feeder ........................................................................ 95
Clear a jam in Tray 1 .............................................................................................. 96
Clear a jam in Tray 2 .............................................................................................. 98
Clear a jam in optional Tray 3 ................................................................................ 100
Clear jams from the output bin ................................................................................ 101
Clear a jam in the duplexer area ............................................................................ 101
Clear a jam in the fuser area .................................................................................. 102
Solve paper-handling problems .............................................................................................. 104
The product picks up multiple sheets of paper ........................................................... 104
The product does not pick up paper ........................................................................ 104
Solve image quality problems ................................................................................................ 105
Print quality examples ............................................................................................ 105
Clean the product ................................................................................................................ 110
Clean the pickup and separation rollers ................................................................... 110
Clean the paper path ............................................................................................ 110
Clean the scanner glass strip and platen .................................................................. 110
Clean the document feeder pickup rollers and separation pad .................................... 111
Clean the touchscreen ........................................................................................... 112
Solve performance problems ................................................................................................. 113
Factors affecting print performance ......................................................................... 113
Print speeds ........................................................................................... 114
The product does not print or it prints slowly ............................................................. 114
The product does not print ....................................................................... 114
The product prints slowly ......................................................................... 115
Solve connectivity problems ................................................................................................... 116
Solve direct-connect problems ................................................................................. 116
Solve network problems ......................................................................................... 116
Poor physical connection ......................................................................... 116
The computer is using the incorrect IP address for the product ...................... 116
The computer is unable to communicate with the product ............................ 117
The product is using incorrect link and duplex settings for the network .......... 117
New software programs might be causing compatibility problems ................ 117
The computer or workstation might be set up incorrectly .............................. 117
The product is disabled, or other network settings are incorrect .................... 117
Solve wireless network problems ............................................................................. 118
Wireless connectivity checklist ................................................................. 118
The control panel displays the message: The wireless feature on this product
has been turned off ................................................................................ 119
The product does not print after the wireless configuration completes ............ 119
The product does not print, and the computer has a third-party firewall
installed ................................................................................................ 119
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The wireless connection does not work after moving the wireless router or
product ................................................................................................. 119
Cannot connect more computers to the wireless product .............................. 119
The wireless product loses communication when connected to a VPN ........... 120
The network does not appear in the wireless networks list ........................... 120
The wireless network is not functioning ...................................................... 120
Service mode functions ......................................................................................................... 121
Service menu ........................................................................................................ 121
Service menu settings .............................................................................. 121
Restore the factory-set defaults ................................................................. 121
Secondary service menu ........................................................................................ 121
Open the secondary service menu ............................................................ 122
Secondary service menu structure ............................................................. 122
Product resets ....................................................................................................... 123
NVRAM initialization .............................................................................. 123
Super NVRAM initialization ..................................................................... 123
Solve fax problems ............................................................................................................... 124
Fax troubleshooting checklist .................................................................................. 124
Solve problems receiving faxes ............................................................................... 126
The fax does not respond ........................................................................ 126
The fax has a dedicated phone line ........................................... 126
An answering machine is connected to the product ..................... 126
A telephone handset is connected to the product ......................... 127
The Answer Mode setting is set to the Manual setting ................... 127
Voice mail is available on the fax line ........................................ 127
The product is connected to a DSL phone service ........................ 128
The product uses a fax over IP or VoIP phone service ................... 128
An error message displays on the control panel ......................................... 129
The No fax detected. message displays ..................................... 129
The Communication error. message displays .............................. 129
The Fax storage is full. message displays ................................... 130
The Fax is busy. message displays ............................................ 130
A fax is received but does not print .......................................................... 131
The Private Receive feature is on ............................................... 131
Sender receives a busy signal .................................................................. 131
A handset is connected to the product ........................................ 131
A phone line splitter is being used ............................................. 131
No dial tone .......................................................................................... 131
Fax cuts off or prints on two pages ........................................................... 132
Solve problems sending faxes ................................................................................. 132
An error message displays on the control panel ......................................... 133
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The Communication error. message displays .............................. 133
No dial tone. .......................................................................... 133
The Fax is busy. message displays ............................................ 134
The No fax answer. message displays ....................................... 134
Document feeder paper jam ..................................................... 135
The Fax storage is full. message displays ................................... 135
Scanner error ......................................................................... 135
The control panel displays a Ready message with no attempt to send the fax . 136
The control panel displays the message "Storing page 1" and does not
progress beyond that message ................................................................. 136
Faxes can be received, but not sent .......................................................... 136
Unable to use fax functions from the control panel ...................................... 137
Unable to use speed dials ....................................................................... 137
Unable to use group dials ....................................................................... 137
Receive a recorded error message from the phone company when trying to
send a fax ............................................................................................. 138
Unable to send a fax when a phone is connected to the product .................. 138
Solve fax performance problems ............................................................................. 139
Faxes are sending slowly ........................................................................ 139
Fax quality is poor ................................................................................. 140
Solve DSL problems ............................................................................................... 140
Cannot send or receive a fax on a PBX line ............................................... 140
Manually update the firmware ............................................................................................... 141
Appendix A Service and support ..................................................................................... 143
Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement ............................................................................. 144
HP's Premium Protection Warranty: LaserJet toner cartridge limited warranty statement ................. 146
HP policy on non-HP supplies ................................................................................................ 147
HP anticounterfeit Web site ................................................................................................... 148
Data stored on the toner cartridge .......................................................................................... 149
End User License Agreement .................................................................................................. 150
OpenSSL ............................................................................................................................. 153
Customer support ................................................................................................................. 154
Repack the product .............................................................................................................. 155
Appendix B Product specifications ................................................................................... 157
Physical specifications .......................................................................................................... 158
Power consumption, electrical specifications, and acoustic emissions .......................................... 158
Environmental specifications .................................................................................................. 158
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Appendix C Regulatory information ................................................................................. 159
FCC regulations ................................................................................................................... 160
Environmental product stewardship program ........................................................................... 161
Protecting the environment ...................................................................................... 161
Ozone production ................................................................................................. 161
Power consumption ............................................................................................... 161
Toner consumption ................................................................................................ 161
Paper use ............................................................................................................. 161
Plastics ................................................................................................................. 161
HP LaserJet print supplies ....................................................................................... 162
Return and recycling instructions ............................................................................. 162
United States and Puerto Rico .................................................................. 162
Multiple returns (more than one cartridge) .................................. 162
Single returns .......................................................................... 162
Shipping ................................................................................ 162
Non-U.S. returns .................................................................................... 163
Paper .................................................................................................................. 163
Material restrictions ............................................................................................... 163
Disposal of waste equipment by users ...................................................................... 164
Electronic hardware recycling ................................................................................. 164
Chemical substances ............................................................................................. 164
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) ......................................................................... 164
For more information ............................................................................................. 164
Declaration of conformity ...................................................................................................... 166
Declaration of conformity ...................................................................................................... 168
Safety statements ................................................................................................................. 170
Laser safety .......................................................................................................... 170
Canadian DOC regulations .................................................................................... 170
VCCI statement (Japan) .......................................................................................... 170
Power cord instructions .......................................................................................... 170
Power cord statement (Japan) ................................................................................. 170
EMC statement (Korea) .......................................................................................... 171
Laser statement for Finland ..................................................................................... 171
GS statement (Germany) ........................................................................................ 172
Substances Table (China) ....................................................................................... 172
Restriction on Hazardous Substances statement (Turkey) ............................................. 172
Restriction on Hazardous Substances statement (Ukraine) ........................................... 172
Additional statements for telecom (fax) products ....................................................................... 173
EU Statement for Telecom Operation ....................................................................... 173
New Zealand Telecom Statements ........................................................................... 173
Additional FCC statement for telecom products (US) .................................................. 173
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Telephone Consumer Protection Act (US) .................................................................. 174
Industry Canada CS-03 requirements ...................................................................... 174
Vietnam Telecom wired/wireless marking for ICTQC Type approved products ............. 175
Additional statements for wireless products .............................................................................. 176
FCC compliance statement—United States ................................................................ 176
Australia statement ................................................................................................ 176
Brazil ANATEL statement ........................................................................................ 176
Canadian statements ............................................................................................. 176
European Union regulatory notice ........................................................................... 176
Notice for use in France ......................................................................................... 177
Notice for use in Russia ......................................................................................... 177
Mexico statement .................................................................................................. 177
Korean statement .................................................................................................. 177
Taiwan statement .................................................................................................. 178
Vietnam Telecom wired/wireless marking for ICTQC Type approved products ............. 178
Index ............................................................................................................................... 179
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List of tables
Table 1-1 Product components ................................................................................................................ 3
Table 1-2 Sequence of operation ............................................................................................................ 5
Table 1-3 DC controller electrical components .......................................................................................... 7
Table 1-4 Motor control components ....................................................................................................... 9
Table 1-5 Fan control components ........................................................................................................ 10
Table 1-6 Fuser control circuit components ............................................................................................. 12
Table 1-7 Pickup and feed system electrical components .......................................................................... 28
Table 1-8 Paper feeder components ...................................................................................................... 33
Table 2-1 Plug/jack locations ............................................................................................................... 57
Table 2-2 Major components (1 of 2) .................................................................................................... 58
Table 2-3 Major components (2 of 2) .................................................................................................... 59
Table 2-4 Repetitive defects .................................................................................................................. 66
Table 2-5 Event-log messages ............................................................................................................... 91
Table 2-6 Event-log-only messages ........................................................................................................ 92
Table 2-7 Secondary Service menu ..................................................................................................... 122
Table B-1 Physical specifications ......................................................................................................... 158
Table B-2 Operating-environment specifications .................................................................................... 158
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List of figures
Figure 1-1 Product systems ..................................................................................................................... 2
Figure 1-2 Product components ............................................................................................................... 3
Figure 1-3 Optional Tray 3 components .................................................................................................. 4
Figure 1-4 Engine control system components ........................................................................................... 6
Figure 1-5 DC controller ........................................................................................................................ 7
Figure 1-6 Main motor .......................................................................................................................... 9
Figure 1-7 Fan control ......................................................................................................................... 10
Figure 1-8 High-voltage power supply ................................................................................................... 11
Figure 1-9 Fuser control circuit .............................................................................................................. 12
Figure 1-10 Fuser temperature control ................................................................................................... 13
Figure 1-11 Low-voltage power supply .................................................................................................. 16
Figure 1-12 Laser scanner system .......................................................................................................... 18
Figure 1-13 Image-formation system ...................................................................................................... 21
Figure 1-14 Image-formation process .................................................................................................... 22
Figure 1-15 Primary charging process ................................................................................................... 22
Figure 1-16 Laser-beam exposure ......................................................................................................... 23
Figure 1-17 Development process ......................................................................................................... 23
Figure 1-18 Transfer process ................................................................................................................ 24
Figure 1-19 Separation from the drum ................................................................................................... 24
Figure 1-20 Fusing .............................................................................................................................. 25
Figure 1-21 Drum cleaning .................................................................................................................. 26
Figure 1-22 Pickup and feed system paper path ..................................................................................... 27
Figure 1-23 Pickup and feed system electrical components ....................................................................... 28
Figure 1-24 Jam detection sensors ........................................................................................................ 30
Figure 1-25 Paper-feeder paper path .................................................................................................... 32
Figure 1-26 Paper feeder signal flow .................................................................................................... 33
Figure 1-27 Paper feeder electrical components ..................................................................................... 34
Figure 1-28
Jam detection sensors ........................................................................................................ 35
Figure 2-1 Major components (1 of 2) ................................................................................................... 58
Figure 2-2 Major components (2 of 2) ................................................................................................... 59
Figure 2-3 Timing diagram ................................................................................................................... 60
Figure 2-4 Circuit diagram — main unit (1 of 2) ..................................................................................... 61
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Figure 2-5 Circuit diagram — main unit (2 of 2) ..................................................................................... 62
Figure 2-6 Circuit diagram — optional Tray 3 ........................................................................................ 63
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Basic operation
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Engine control system
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Laser scanner system
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Image-formation system
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Pickup and feed system
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Paper feeder (optional Tray 3)
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Scanner system
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Fax functions and operation
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USB flash drive
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Basic operation
Major product systems
The product includes the following systems:
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Engine control system
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Laser scanner system
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Image-formation system
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Pickup and feed system
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Accessory
Figure 1-1 Product systems
PICKUP, FEED AND DELIVERY SYSTEM
LASER SCANNER SYSTEM
ENGINE CONTROL
SYSTEM
IMAGE-FORMATION SYSTEM
ACCESSORY
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Product components
Figure 1-2 Product components
1
2 8 9
1010
11
12
13
13
14
15
17
182122 1920
16
4 5 73 6
Table 1-1 Product components
Item Description Item Description
1 Fuser delivery roller 12 Multipurpose tray (Tray 1) separation pad
2 Face-down delivery roller 13 Registration roller
3 Pressure roller 14 Feed roller
4 Fuser film assembly 15 Tray 2 cassette pickup roller
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Table 1-1 Product components (continued)
Item Description Item Description
5 Fuser 16 Tray 2 cassette separation pad
6 Document feeder pickup rollers 17 Tray 2 cassette
7 Document feeder separation pad 18 Duplex re-pickup roller
8 Laser scanner 19 Photosensitive drum
9 Toner cartridge 20 Transfer roller
10 Registration shutter 21 Duplex feed assembly
11 Multipurpose tray (Tray 1) pickup roller 22 Duplex feed roller
Figure 1-3 Optional Tray 3 components
1 2
3
4
Item Description Item Description
1 Tray 3 cassette 3 Tray 3 feed roller
2 Tray 3 pickup roller 4 Tray 3 separation pad
Sequence of operation
The product operational sequence is controlled by the DC controller that is on the engine control
system. The following table describes each period of a print operation from when the product is turned
on until the motor stops rotating.
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Table 1-2 Sequence of operation
Period Duration Purpose Remarks
WAIT From the time the power is
turned on or the door is
closed until the drum-phase
adjustment is complete
Brings the product to the
ready state
The product detects the toner
level, cartridge presence, and
environment.
STBY (Standby period) From end of the WAIT or
LSTR period until either the
print command is received
from the formatter or the
power is turned off
Maintains the product in
readiness for a print
command
The product enters sleep
mode when the formatter
sends a sleep command.
INTR (Initial rotation) From the time the print
command is received until the
fuser temperature reaches its
target temperature
Prepares the high-voltage
biases, laser scanner, and
fuser for printing
PRINT From the end of INTR period
until the fuser paper sensor
detects the trailing edge of
paper
Forms the images on the
photosensitive drum and
transfers the toner image to
the print media
LSTR (Last rotation) From the end of the PRINT
period until the delivery motor
stops rotating
Moves the printed sheet out
of the product, and stops the
output from the laser scanner
and high-voltage biases
The product enters the INTR
period as soon as the
formatter sends another print
command.
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Engine control system
The engine control system coordinates all product functions and drives the other three systems.
The engine control system contains the DC controller, high-voltage power supply PCA, and low-voltage
power supply.
Figure 1-4 Engine control system components
Engine controller
High-voltage
power supply
Low-voltage
power supply
Formatter
LASER SCANNER SYSTEM
IMAGE-FORMATION SYSTEM
PICKUP, FEED AND
DELIVERY SYSTEM
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
ACCESSORY
DC controller
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DC controller
The DC controller controls the product operational sequence.
Figure 1-5 DC controller
Fuser
High-voltage
power supply
Cartridge
Transfer roller
AC input
Low-voltage
power supply
Motor
Solenoid
Photointerrupter
DC controller
Laser scanner
assembly
Formatter
Fan
Accessory
Control panel
Switch
Engine controller
Table 1-3 DC controller electrical components
Component type Symbol Description
Fan FM1 Main fan
Motor M1 Main motor
M2 Scanner motor
Solenoid SL1 Multipurpose tray pickup solenoid
SL2 Cassette pickup solenoid
SL3 Duplex reverse solenoid
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Table 1-3 DC controller electrical components (continued)
Component type Symbol Description
Switch SW1001 Power switch
SW301 Door-open detection switch
Photointerrupter PS912 Top sensor
PS913 Paper width sensor
PS914 Cassette media out sensor
PS914 Left paper width sensor
PS915 Multipurpose tray media out sensor
PS915 Right paper width sensor
PS916 Fuser output sensor
PS916 Output-bin paper-full sensor
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Motor control
The product has one motor for media feed and image formation.
Figure 1-6 Main motor
Table 1-4 Motor control components
Symbol Name Driving part Failure detection
M1 Main motor Rollers in the product an
rollers in the paper feeder
Yes
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Fan control
The product has one fan for preventing the product from overheating.
Figure 1-7 Fan control
Table 1-5 Fan control components
Symbol Name Cooling area Type Speed
FM1 Fan Inside the product Intake Full
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High-voltage power supply
The DC controller controls the high-voltage power supply to generate high-voltage biases. The highvoltage power supply generates the high-voltage biases that are applied to the primary charging roller,
developing roller, transfer roller, and fuser film.
Figure 1-8 High-voltage power supply
PR
DV
FB
High-voltage power supply
Primary
charging
bias circuit
Fuser film
Pressure roller
DC controller
Engine controller
Fuser
TR
Developing
bias circuit
Transfer
bias circuit
Transfer roller
Photosensitive drum
Developing roller
Primary charging roller
Cartridge
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Fuser control circuit
The fuser control circuit controls the fuser temperature. The product uses an on-demand fusing method.
Figure 1-9 Fuser control circuit
FUSER TEMPERATURE signal
FUSER HEATER CONTROL signal
DC controller
Low-voltage power supply
Fuser control circuit
TH1
TP1
H1
Pressure roller
Fuser film
Engine controller
Fuser heater
safety circuit
Fuser heater
control circuit
Table 1-6 Fuser control circuit components
Symbol Name Description
H1 Fuser heater Heats the fuser film
TH1 Thermistor Detects fuser temperature (contact type)
TP1 Thermoswitch Prevents an abnormal temperature rise
of the fuser heater (contact type)
These temperature controls in the fuser are performed by the fuser heater control circuit and the fuser
heater safety. They are controlled by the DC controller.
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Fuser temperature control
The fuser temperature control maintains the fuser heater at its targeted temperature.
Figure 1-10 Fuser temperature control
FREQSNS
TH1
TP1
H1
H1: Fuser heater
TP1: Thermoswitch
TH1: Thermistor
FSRD
RLYD
FSRTH
+24V
RL101
Pressure roller
Fuser film assembly
Fuser heater
control circuit
Fuser heater
safety circuit
DC controller
Low-voltage power supply
Engine controller
Fuser control circuit
Fuser
Relay control
circuit
Frequency
detection circuit
The DC controller monitors the fuser temperature (FSRTH) signal and sends the fuser heater control
(FSRD) signal according to the detected temperature. The fuser heater control circuit controls the fuser
heater depending on the signal so that the heater remains at the target temperature.
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Fuser protection function
When the protective function detects an abnormal temperature rise in the fuser, it interrupts the power
supply to the fuser heater. The following components prevent an abnormal temperature rise of the fuser
heater:
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DC controller: The DC controller monitors the detected temperature of the thermistor. The DC
controller makes the fuser heater control signal inactive and releases the relay to interrupt power
supply to the fuser heater when it detects that the thermistor temperature is 240° C (464° F) or
higher.
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Fuser heater safety circuit: The fuser heater safety circuit monitors the detected temperature of
the thermistor. The fuser heater safety circuit releases the relay control circuit to interrupt power
supply to the fuser heater when it detects that the thermistor temperature is 265° C (509° F) or
higher.
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Thermoswitch: The contact of the thermoswitch is broken to interrupt power supply to the fuser
heater when it detects that the temperature fuse is 230° C (446° F) or higher
Fuser failure detection
The DC controller determines a fuser failure, makes the fuser heater control signal inactive, releases the
relay to interrupt power supply to the fuser heater, and notifies the formatter of a failure state when it
encounters the following conditions.
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Start-up failure
◦
If the detected temperature of the thermistor is kept at a specified temperature or higher for a
specified period of heater start-up during the wait period.
◦
If the detected temperature of the thermistor is kept at a specified temperature or lower for a
specified period under the heater temperature control during the initial rotation period.
◦
If the detected temperature of the thermistor is kept at a specified temperature or lower for a
specified period under the heater temperature control during the print period.
◦
If the detected temperature of the thermistor does not reach its targeted temperature within a
specified period under the heater temperature control during the initial rotation period.
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Abnormal low temperature
◦
If the detected temperature of the thermistor is kept at a specified temperature or lower for a
specified period under the heater temperature control.
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Abnormal high temperature
◦
If the detected temperature of the main thermistor is kept at a specified temperature or higher
for a specified period.
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Drive circuit failure
◦
If a specified frequency of the frequency signal is not detected within a specified period after
the product is turned on.
◦
If an out of specified frequency of the frequency signal is detected after the product is turned
on.
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Low-voltage power supply
The low-voltage power supply converts AC power from the power receptacle into DC power to cover
the DC loads.
Figure 1-11 Low-voltage power supply
+24U
PSAVE
+3.3V
+24V
Fuse
(FU102)
Low-voltage power supply
DOORSNS
Engine controller
FET
+24P1
PSW
Noise
filter
Noise
filter
Fuse
(FU101)
Protection
circuit
Fusing
control circuit
+24V generation
circuit
+3.3V generation
circuit
DC controller
High-voltage power supply
Fuser
Door switch
(SW301)
Power switch
(SW1001)
Protective function
The low-voltage power supply has a protective function against overcurrent and overvoltage conditions
to prevent failures in the power supply circuit. If an overcurrent or overvoltage event occurs, the system
automatically cuts off the output voltage.
If the DC power is not being supplied from the low-voltage power supply, the protective function might
have activated. In this case, turn off the power switch, and then unplug the power cord. Do not plug in
the power cord or turn the power switch on again until the root cause is found.
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In addition, two fuses in the low-voltage power supply protect against an overcurrent event. If an
overcurrent event occurs in the AC line, the fuse blows and cuts off the power distribution.
Safety
For safety purposes, the product has a function to interrupt the 24V power supply to the fuser and the
high-voltage power supply. The door switch is turned off and 24V power stops if the cartridge door is
opened (SW301 is turned off).
The product has the power switch on the DC line, so if the AC power flows, even the power switch is
turned off. Be sure to unplug the power cord before disassembling the product.
Low-voltage power supply unit failure detection
The DC controller determines a low-voltage power supply failure, stops 24V output and notifies the
formatter when it detects that the 24V output is higher than the specified voltage.
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Laser scanner system
The laser scanner system forms a latent image on the photosensitive drum according to the video
signals sent from the formatter.
The main components of the laser scanner are the laser assembly and the scanner motor assembly,
which are controlled by the signals sent from the DC controller.
Figure 1-12 Laser scanner system
Formatter
DC controller
Engine controller
Scanner mirror
Scanner motor assembly
Photosensitive drum
BD sensor
Laser assembly
LASER CONTROL signal
VIDEO signal
SCANNER MOTOR SPEED CONTROL signal
BD INPUT signal
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Laser failure detection
The optical unit failure detection sensor manages the laser scanner unit failure-detection functions. The
DC controller identifies the laser scanner unit failure and notifies the formatter if the laser scanner unit
encounters the following conditions:
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Scanner motor failure
●
BD failure
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Image-formation system
The image-formation system forms a toner image on the paper. The image-formation system includes the
following components:
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Toner cartridge
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Transfer roller
●
Fuser
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Laser scanner
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The DC controller controls the laser scanner and high-voltage power supply to form the toner image on
the photosensitive drum. The image is transferred to the paper and fused.
Figure 1-13 Image-formation system
High-voltage power supply
DC controller
Laser scanner
Photosensitive drum
Cartridge
Transfer roller
Laser beam
Pressure roller
Fuser film
Fuser
Engine controller
Image-formation process
Laser printing requires the interaction of several different technologies including electronics, optics, and
electrographics to provide a printed page. Each process functions independently and must be
coordinated with the other processes. Image formation consists of the following processes:
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Latent-image formation
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Development
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Transfer
●
Fuser
●
Drum cleaning
These processes are divided into seven steps, which are shown below and described in the following
sections.
Figure 1-14 Image-formation process
2. Laser-beam exposure
Fusing
6. Fusing
Delivery
7. Drum cleaning
3. Developing
1. Primary charging
Pickup
4. Transfer
5. Separation
Transfer
Latent image formation
Paper path
Direction of the drum rotation
Block
Step
Drum cleaning
Developing
Latent-image formation stage
During the steps that comprise this stage, a latent image is formed by applying a negative charge to
the photosensitive drum. You cannot see this image on the drum.
Step 1: Primary charging
To prepare for latent image formation, the surface of the photosensitive drum is charged with a uniform
negative charge. The primary charging roller receives the primary charging bias, and then the roller
charges the drum directly.
Figure 1-15 Primary charging process
Primary charging bias
Photosensitive drum
Primary charging roller
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Step 2: Laser-beam exposure
The laser beam scans the photosensitive drum to neutralize the negative charge on portions of the drum
surface. An electrostatic latent image forms where the negative charge was neutralized.
Figure 1-16 Laser-beam exposure
Laser beam
Unexposed area Exposed area
Developing stage
The developing roller contacts the photosensitive drum and deposits toner on the electrostatic latent
image, which becomes visible.
Step 3: Development
Toner acquires a negative charge as a result of the friction from the developing roller rotating against
the developing blade. When the negatively charged toner comes in contact with the drum, it adheres to
the electrostatic latent image. When the toner is on the drum, the image becomes visible. The
developing bias is applied to the developing roller.
Figure 1-17 Development process
Developing bias
Blade
Developing roller
Photosensitive drum
Unexposed area
Exposed area
Exposed area
Unexposed area
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Transfer stage
During the transfer stage, the photosensitive drum transfers a toner image to the paper.
Step 4: Transfer
The transfer bias is applied to the transfer roller to give the paper a positive charge. The positively
charged paper attracts the negatively charged toner from the photosensitive drum surface.
Figure 1-18 Transfer process
Transfer bias
Paper
Transfer roller
Photosensitive
drum
Step 5: Separation
The elasticity of the paper and the curvature of the photosensitive drum cause the paper to separate
from the drum surface. The static charge eliminator reduces back side static discharge of the paper for
stable paper feeding and image quality.
Figure 1-19 Separation from the drum
Paper
Transfer roller
Photosensitive
drum
Static charge eliminator
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Fusing stage
Until the fusing stage is complete, the image is not permanently affixed to the print media. The toner
can be easily smudged until the heat and pressure of the fusing process fix the image to the sheet.
Step 6: Fusing
The product uses an on-demand fusing method to fuse the toner image onto the media. The toner image
is permanently affixed to the print media by the heat and pressure. The fusing bias is applied to the
pressure roller to improve image quality.
Figure 1-20 Fusing
Fusing bias
Fuser film
Toner
Pressure roller
Fuser heater
Paper
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Drum cleaning stage
Not all of the toner is removed from the photosensitive drum during the transfer stage. During the
cleaning stage, the residual, or waste, toner is cleared from the drum surface to prepare the surface for
the next latent-image formation.
Step 7: Drum cleaning
The cleaning blade scrapes the residual toner off the surface of the photosensitive drum and deposits it
in the toner collection box. The drum is now clear and ready for the next image-formation process.
Figure 1-21 Drum cleaning
Toner collection box
Photosensitive
drum
Cleaning blade
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Pickup and feed system
The system picks up and feeds the print media. It consists of several types of feed rollers. The duplex
feed assembly reverses and re-sends the paper to print on second side of paper.
Figure 1-22 Pickup and feed system paper path
: Simplex media path
: Duplex media path
Pressure roller
Duplex feed roller
Fuser film
Photosensitive drum
Transfer roller
Cassette pickup roller
MP tray separation pad
MP tray pickup roller
Registration roller
Duplex re-pickup roller
Fuser delivery roller
Face-down delivery roller
Cassette separation pad
The pickup and feed system includes the following electrical components.
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Figure 1-23 Pickup and feed system electrical components
M1
SL1
SL3
SL2
PS912
PS915
PS914
PS913
PS918
PS916
PS914
PS915
Table 1-7 Pickup and feed system electrical components
Number Description Signal
M1 Main motor Main motor control signal
SL1 Cassette pickup solenoid Cassette pickup solenoid control signal
SL2 Multipurpose tray pickup solenoid MP tray pickup solenoid control signal
SL3 Duplex reverse solenoid Duplex reverse solenoid control signal
PS912 Top-of-page sensor Top signal
PS913 Paper width sensor Media width signal
PS914 Cassette paper out sensor Cassette media out signal
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Table 1-7 Pickup and feed system electrical components (continued)
Number Description Signal
PS914 Left paper width sensor Media width signal
PS915 Multipurpose tray media out sensor MP tray media out signal
PS915 Right paper width sensor Media width signal
PS916 Fuser output sensor Fuser output signal
PS918 Output-bin full sensor Output-bin media-full signal
Document Loaded Sensor Paper present signal
Top of Form Sensor Top-of-page signal
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Jam detection
The product uses the following sensors to detect the presence of paper and to check whether the paper
is being fed correctly or has jammed.
Figure 1-24 Jam detection sensors
PS916
PS912
PS913
PS914
PS915
: Simplex media path
: Duplex media path
Number Description
PS912 Top-of-page sensor
PS913 Paper-width sensor
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Number Description
PS914 Left paper-width sensor
PS915 Right paper-width sensor
PS916 Fuser output sensor
Document loaded sensor
Top of Form Sensorr
The product detects the following jams:
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Pickup delay jam
●
Pickup stationary jam
●
Delivery delay jam
●
Delivery stationary jam
●
Fuser wrapping jam
●
Door open jam
●
Residual paper jam
●
Duplex reverse jam 1
●
Duplex reverse jam 2
●
Document feeder mispick
●
Document feeder long document jam
●
Document feeder stall jam
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Paper feeder (optional Tray 3)
The paper feeder is optionally installed at bottom of the product. It picks up and feeds the paper to the
product. The product DC controller controls the paper feeder operational sequence.
Figure 1-25 Paper-feeder paper path
PF separation pad
PF feed roller
PF pickup roller
: Simplex media path
: Duplex media path
The next figure shows the paper feeder controller signal flow.
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Figure 1-26 Paper feeder signal flow
Paper feeder
connector PCA
Solenoid
Photointerrupter
DC controller
+24V
Paper feeder
Table 1-8 Paper feeder components
Name Symbol Description
Solenoid SL4 Paper-feed pickup solenoid
Photointerrupter PS1201 Paper-feeder-cassette paper-out sensor
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Paper feeder operation
The paper feeder picks up the paper from the cassette and feeds it to the product.
Figure 1-27 Paper feeder electrical components
PS1201
SL4
M1
Number Description Signal
SL4 Tray 3 cassette pickup solenoid Tray 3 cassette pickup solenoid control signal
PS1201 Tray 3 cassette paper presence sensor Tray 3 cassette paper presence signal
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Jam detection
The product uses the following sensors to detect the presence of paper and to check whether the paper
is being fed correctly or has jammed.
Figure 1-28 Jam detection sensors
PS916
PS912
PS913
PS914
PS915
: Simplex media path
: Duplex media path
Number Description
PS912 Top-of-page sensor
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Number Description
PS913 Paper-width sensor
PS914 Left paper-width sensor
PS915 Right paper-width sensor
PS916 Fuser output sensor
Paper jam events in the paper feeder are detected by the DC controller. The product detects the
following jams:
●
Pickup delay jam
●
Pickup stationary jam
●
Delivery delay jam
●
Delivery stationary jam
●
Fuser wrapping jam
●
Door open jam
●
Residual paper jam
●
Duplex reverse jam 1
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Duplex reverse jam 2
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Scanner system
The flatbed image scanner captures an electronic image of the document on the glass. The scanner
does this by illuminating the document with LEDs (red, green, and blue) and capturing the image in the
image sensor to create an electronic format of the document. The flatbed scanner consists of three main
elements.
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CIS scanner. The CIS (contact image sensor) scanner captures an image using the product's
optical path. Red, green, and blue LEDs sequentially illuminate a small strip of the document (often
called a raster line), and the optical system captures each color in a single row of CCD sensors
that cover the entire page width. Because only one color is captured for each line per exposure,
the three colors are recombined electronically to create the full color image. For monochromatic
scans or copies, all three LEDs are illuminated to create a white light for the scan so the raster line
can be captured in one exposure.
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Mechanical carriage drive. The carriage drive moves the CIS scan head along the document
length to create the image. In this product, a small DC motor with an optical encoder creates this
motion. The speed of the carriage drive is proportional to the scan resolution (300 ppi is much
faster than 1200 ppi) and also proportional to the type of scan (color scans are three-times slower
than monochromatic scans). A 1200 ppi color scan moves so slowly that the product may appear
to not be working, whereas a monochromatic copy scan moves at 50 times that speed and will be
a little noisy.
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Image processing system (formatter). The formatter processes the scanner data into either
a copy or a scan to the computer. For copies, the image data is sent directly to the product
without being transmitted to the computer. Depending on user selections for the copy settings, the
formatter enhances the scanner data significantly before sending it to the product. Image data is
captured at 300 ppi for copies and is user selectable for scans to the computer. Each pixel is
represented by 8 bits for each of the three colors (256 levels for each color), for a total of 24 bits
per pixel (24-bit color).
Scanner power-on sequence of events
When the product is turned on, it performs the following tests:
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Motor test. The product moves the motor left and right to confirm operation. It reports a scanner
error 12 if no motion is detected in the motor encoder system.
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Wall find. The scan carriage moves slowly to the left while watching an encoder on the carriage
motor to determine when the carriage has found the side wall or stop. This enables the product to
identify the document origin (position of the original). If the document origin cannot be located, a
default position is used instead.
●
LED check. The product moves the carriage to the white calibration label under the left side of
the flatbed image scanner, and it verifies that the minimum and maximum response is acceptable.
It reports a scanner error 14 if the response is unacceptable.
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Home find. The scan carriage uses the optical scanner to find physical reference features that
relate to the document origin at the left side of the image glass. This process ensures accurate
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the image on scans and copies. It reports a scanner error 6 message if the reference features are
not found.
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Calibration. This test, also known as scanner color calibration, enables the product to identify
the black and white on every pixel in the CCD. Calibration occurs in two major processes: a
broad (analog) adjustment of all pixels to bring them into the target output range, and a pixel-bypixel adjustment (digital) to fine tune the actual black and white response. The calibration process
occurs under the left side of flatbed image scanner where there is a special white calibration
label.
Calibration is the most important step in creating a high quality image. Calibration problems can
include color inaccuracies, brightness inaccuracies, and vertical streaks through the image. The
calibration process identifies any bad pixels and enables the image formatter to recreate the lost
information from adjacent pixels. Extreme cases of this problem can appear as large vertical
streaks or image smears. The user has no control over the calibration process itself or this pixelreplacement process.
Copy or scan sequence of events
To create an accurate rendition of a document, the scanner must be calibrated for the requested
operation. If the user selects a scan at 600 ppi color, the flatbed image scanner calibrates for that
specific operational mode. Subsequently, the flatbed image scanner automatically re-calibrates for the
next requested operation. Calibration does not occur for every new copy request.
Normal sequence of operation for a flatbed copy or scan job includes the following.
1. LEDs illuminate.
2. Carriage motion begins moving the CIS scanner toward the right.
3. Image capture continues for the entire page or length requested in a scan operation.
4. Carriage returns to the home position on the left.
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Fax functions and operation
Computer and network security features
The product can send and receive fax data over telephone lines that conform to public switch telephone
network (PSTN) standards. The secure fax protocols make it impossible for computer viruses to be
transferred from the telephone line to a computer or network.
The following product features prevent virus transmission:
●
No direct connection exists between the fax line and any devices that are connected to the USB or
Ethernet ports.
●
The internal firmware cannot be modified through the fax connection.
●
All fax communications go through the fax subsystem, which does not use Internet data-exchange
protocols.
PSTN operation
The PSTN operates through a central office (CO) that generates a constant voltage on the TIP and RING
wires (48 V, usually). A device goes on-hook by connecting impedance (such as 600 ohms for the
U.S.) across the TIP and RING so that a line current can flow. The CO can detect this current and can
send impulses like dial tones. The product generates more signaling tones, such as dialing digits, to tell
the CO how to connect the call. The product can also detect tones, such as a busy tone from the CO,
that tell it how to behave.
When the call is finally connected, the CO behaves like a piece of wire connecting the sender and
receiver. This is the period during which all of the fax signaling and data transfer occurs. When a call
is completed, the circuit opens again and the line-current flow ceases, removing the CO connection
from both the sender and the receiver.
On most phone systems, the TIP and RING wires appear on pins 3 and 4 of the RJ-11 modular jack (the
one on the fax card). These two wires do not have to be polarized because all the equipment works
with either TIP or RING on pin 3 and the other wire on pin 4. This means that cables of either polarity
can interconnect and will still work.
These basic functions of PSTN operation are assumed in the design of the fax subsystem. The product
generates and detects the signaling tones, currents, and data signals that are required to transmit and
receive faxes on the PSTN.
Receive faxes when you hear fax tones
In general, incoming faxes to the product are automatically received. However, if other devices are
connected to the same phone line, the product might not be set to answer automatically.
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If the product is connected to a phone line that receives both fax and phone calls, and you hear fax
tones when you answer the extension phone, receive the fax in one of two ways:
●
If you are near the product, touch the Start Fax button on the control panel.
●
Press 1-2-3 in sequence on the extension phone keypad, listen for fax transmission sounds, and
then hang up.
NOTE: In order for the 1-2-3 sequence to work, the Extension Phone setting must be set to On in the
Fax Setup menu.
Distinctive ring function
The distinctive ring feature is a service that a telephone company provides. The distinctive ring service
allows three phone numbers to be assigned to one phone line. Each phone number has a distinctive
ring. The first phone number has a single ring, the second phone number has a double ring, and the
third phone number has a triple ring.
NOTE: The product has not been tested with all of the distinctive-ring services that telephone
companies provide in all countries/regions. HP does not guarantee that the distinctive-ring function will
operate correctly in all countries/regions. Contact the local telephone service provider for assistance.
Set up the distinctive ring function
1.
From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Setup
button.
2. Open the following menus:
●
Fax Setup
●
Basic Setup
●
Distinctive Ring
3. Use the arrow buttons to select one of the following options:
●
All Rings (default setting)
●
Single
●
Double
●
Triple
●
Double and Triple
Use fax with voice over IP services
Voice over IP (VoIP) services provide normal telephone service, including long distance service through
a broadband Internet connection. These services use packets to break up the voice signal on a
telephone line and transmit it digitally to the receiver, where the packets are reassembled. The VoIP
services are often not compatible with fax machines. The VoIP provider must state the service supports
fax over IP services.
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Because the installation process varies, the VoIP service provider will have to assist in installing the
product fax component.
Although a fax might work on a VoIP network, it can fail when the following events occur:
●
Internet traffic becomes heavy and packets are lost.
●
Latency (the time it takes for a packet to travel from its point of origin to its point of destination)
becomes excessive.
If you experience problems using the fax feature on a VoIP network, ensure that all of the product
cables and settings are correct. Configuring the Fax Speed setting to Medium(V.17) or Slow(V.29) can
also improve your ability to send a fax over a VoIP network.
If you continue to have problems faxing, contact your VoIP provider.
The fax subsystem
The formatter, fax card, firmware, and software all contribute to the fax functionality. The designs of the
formatter and fax card, along with parameters in the firmware, determine the majority of the regulatory
requirements for telephony on the product.
The fax subsystem is designed to support V.34 fax transmission, lower speeds (such as V.17 fax), and
older fax machines.
Fax card in the fax subsystem
Two versions of the fax card are used in the product. One is used in the North American, South
American, and Asian countries/regions. The other is used primarily in European countries/regions.
The fax card contains the modem chipset (DSP and CODEC) that controls the basic fax functions of tone
generation and detection, along with channel control for fax transmissions. The CODEC and its
associated circuitry act as the third-generation silicon data access arrangement (DAA) to comply with
worldwide regulatory requirements.
The only difference between the two versions is that each version is compliant with the 2/4-wire phone
jack system from the respective country/region.
Safety isolation
The most important function of the fax card is the safety isolation between the high-voltage, transientprone environment of the telephone network (TNV [telephone network voltage]) and the low-voltage
analog and digital circuitry of the formatter (SELV [secondary extra-low voltage]). This safety isolation
provides both customer safety and product reliability in the telecom environment.
Any signals that cross the isolation barrier do so magnetically. The breakdown voltage rating of barriercritical components is greater than 5 kV.
Safety-protection circuitry
In addition to the safety barrier, the fax card protects against overvoltage and overcurrent events.
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Telephone overvoltage events can be either differential mode or common mode. The event can be
transient in nature (a lightning-induced surge or ESD) or continuous (a power line crossed with a phone
line). The fax card protection circuitry provides margin against combinations of overvoltage and
overcurrent events.
Common mode protection is provided by the selection of high-voltage-barrier critical components
(transformer and relay). The safety barrier of the fax card printed circuit board traces and the clearance
between the fax card and surrounding components also contribute to common mode protection.
A voltage suppressor (a crowbar-type SIDACTOR) provides differential protection. This product
becomes low impedance at approximately 300 V differential, and crowbars to a low voltage. A series
thermal switch works in conjunction with the crowbar for continuous telephone line events, such as
crossed power lines.
All communications cross the isolation barrier magnetically. The breakdown voltage rating of barriercritical components is greater than 5 kV.
Data path
TIP and RING are the two-wire paths for all signals from the telephone network. All signaling and data
information comes across them, including fax tones and fax data.
The telephone network uses DC current to determine the hook state of the telephone, so line current
must be present during a call. The silicon DAA provides a DC holding circuit to keep the line current
constant during a fax call.
The silicon DAA converts the analog signal to a digital signal for DSP processing, and also converts the
digital signal to an analog signal for transmitting data through a telephone line.
The magnetically coupled signals that cross the isolation barrier go either through a transformer or a
relay.
The DSP in the fax card communicates with the ASIC in the formatter using the high-speed serial
interface.
Hook state
Another magnetically coupled signal is the control signal that disconnects the downstream devices (such
as a telephone or answering machine). A control signal originating on the DSP can change the relay
state, causing the auxiliary jack (downstream jack) to be disconnected from the telephone circuit.
The product takes control of calls that it recognizes as fax calls. If the product does not directly pick up
the call, it monitors incoming calls for the fax tone or for the user to direct it to receive a fax. This idle
mode is also called eavesdropping. This mode is active when the product is on-hook but current exists
in the downstream phone line because another device is off-hook. During eavesdropping, the receive
circuit is enabled but has a different gain from the current that is generated during normal fax
transmissions.
The product does not take control of the line unless it detects a fax tone or the user causes it to connect
manually. This feature allows the user to make voice calls from a phone that is connected to the product
without being cut off if a fax is not being received.
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Downstream device detection
The line voltage monitoring module of the silicon DAA can detect the line state as well as the
downstream device. It tells DSP via DIB that an active device (telephone, modem, or answering
machine) is connected to the auxiliary port on the product (the right side of the RJ-11 jack). The DSP
uses the signal to ensure that the product does not go off-hook (and disconnect a downstream call) until
it has been authorized to do so (by a manual fax start or the detection of the appropriate tones).
Hook switch control
In the silicon DAA, the CODEC controls the hook switch directly. The CODEC is activated when it
receives commands from the DSP. When the circuit is drawing DC current from the central office, it is
considered off-hook. When no DC current flows, the state is considered on-hook.
Ring detect
Ring detect is performed by the line voltage monitoring module of the silicon DAA, and is a
combination of voltage levels and cadence (time on and time off). Both must be present to detect a
valid ring. The CODEC works with DSP as well as the firmware to determine if an incoming signal is an
answerable ring.
Line current control
The DC current from the CO needs to have a path to flow from TIP to RING. The DC impedance
emulation line modulator and DC terminations modules in the silicon DAA act as a DC holding circuit,
and works with the firmware to achieve the voltage-current characteristic between TIP and RING. The
impedance (the current-voltage characteristic) changes depending on certain special events, such as
pulse dialing or when the product goes on-hook.
Billing- (metering-) tone filters
Switzerland and Germany provide high-frequency AC signals on the telephone line in order to bill
customers.
A filter in a special fax cable (for certain countries/regions), can filter these signals. Because these
billing signals are not used in the U.S., these filters are not present in the U.S. fax cable.
To obtain a special fax cable, contact your local telephone service provider.
Fax page storage in flash memory
Fax pages are the electronic images of the document page. They can be created in any of three ways:
scanned to be sent to another fax machine, generated to be sent by the computer, or received from a
fax machine to be printed.
The product stores all fax pages in flash memory automatically. After these pages are written into flash
memory, they are stored until the pages are sent to another fax machine, printed on the product,
transmitted to a computer, or erased by the user.
These pages are stored in flash memory, which is the nonvolatile memory that can be repeatedly read
from, written to, and erased. The product has 8 MB of flash memory, of which 7.5 MB is available for
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fax storage. The remaining 0.5 MB is used for the file system and reclamation. Adding RAM does not
affect the fax page storage because the product does not use RAM for storing fax pages.
Stored fax pages
The user can reprint stored fax receive pages in case of errors. For a fax send, the product will resend
the fax in case of errors. The product will resend stored fax pages after a busy signal, communication
error, no answer, or power failure. Other fax devices store fax pages in either normal RAM or shortterm RAM. Normal RAM immediately loses its data when power is lost, while short-term RAM loses its
data about 60 minutes after power failure. Flash memory maintains its data for years without any
applied power.
Advantages of flash memory storage
Fax pages that are stored in flash memory are persistent. They are not lost as a result of a power
failure, no matter how long the power is off. Users can reprint faxes in case the print cartridge runs out
of toner or the product experiences other errors while printing faxes.
The product also has scan-ahead functionality that makes use of flash memory. Scan-ahead
automatically scans pages into flash memory before a fax job is sent. This allows the sender to pick up
the original document immediately after it is scanned, eliminating the need to wait until the fax is
transmission is complete.
Because fax pages are stored in flash memory rather than RAM, more RAM is available to handle
larger and more complicated copy and print jobs.
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USB flash drive
The product features printing from a USB flash drive. The product prints the following file types from the
USB flash drive.
●
PDF
●
RGB JPEG
When a USB flash drive is inserted into the front of the product, the control panel will display the USB
Flash Drive menu. The files on the USB flash drive can be accessed from the control panel using the
touchscreen. Any RGB JPEG or PDF files on the USB flash drive can be printed directly from the product
control panel.
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Solve problems checklist
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Menu map
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Troubleshooting process
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Tools for troubleshooting
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Clear jams
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Solve paper-handling problems
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Solve image quality problems
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Clean the product
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Solve performance problems
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Solve connectivity problems
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Service mode functions
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Solve fax problems
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Manually update the firmware
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Solve problems checklist
1. Make sure that the product is set up correctly.
a. Press the power button to turn on the product or to deactivate the Auto-Off mode.
b. Check the power-cable connections.
c. Make sure that the line voltage is correct for the product power configuration. (See the label
that is on the back of the product for voltage requirements.) If you are using a power strip
and its voltage is not within specifications, plug the product directly into the wall. If it is
already plugged into the wall, try a different outlet.
2. Check the cabling.
a. Check the cable connection between the product and the computer. Make sure that the
connection is secure.
b. Make sure that the cable itself is not faulty by using a different cable, if possible.
c. Check the network connection: Make sure the network light is lit. The network light is next to
the network port on the back of the product.
If the product remains unable to connect to the network, uninstall and then reinstall the
product. If the error persists, contact a network administrator.
3. Check to see if any messages appear on the control panel.
4. Make sure that the paper that you are using meets specifications.
5. Make sure that the paper is loaded correctly in the input tray.
6. Make sure that the product software is installed correctly.
7. Verify that you have installed the printer driver for this product, and that you are selecting this
product from the list of available printers.
8. Print a configuration page.
a. If the page does not print, verify that the input tray contains paper and that the paper is
properly loaded.
b. Make sure that the toner cartridge is installed correctly.
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c. If the page jams in the product, clear the jam.
d. If the print quality is unacceptable, complete the following steps:
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Verify that the print settings are correct for the paper that you are using.
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Solve print-quality problems.
9. Print a small document from a different program that has worked in the past. If this solution works,
then the problem is with the program you are using. If this solution does not work (the document
does not print), complete these steps:
a. Try printing the job from another computer that has the product software installed.
b. Check the cable connection. Direct the product to the correct port, or reinstall the software,
selecting the connection type that you are using.
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Menu map
Use the following procedure to print a control-panel menu layout map.
1.
From the Home screen, touch the Setup
button.
2. Touch the Reports button.
3. Touch the Menu Structure button.
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Troubleshooting process
When the product malfunctions or encounters an unexpected situation, the product control panel alerts
you to the situation. This chapter contains information to help diagnose and solve problems.
●
Use the pre-troubleshooting checklist to evaluate the source of the problem and to reduce the
number of steps that are required to fix the problem.
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Use the troubleshooting flowchart to pinpoint the root cause of hardware malfunctions. The
flowchart guides you to the section of this chapter that contains steps for correcting the
malfunction.
Before beginning any troubleshooting procedure, check the following issues:
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Are supply items within their rated life?
●
Does the configuration page reveal any configuration errors?
NOTE: The customer is responsible for checking supplies and for using supplies that are in good
condition.
Pre-troubleshooting checklist
The following table includes basic questions to ask the customer to quickly help define the problem(s).
General topic Questions
Environment
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Is the product installed on a solid, level surface (+/- 1°)?
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Is the power-supply voltage within ± 10 volts of the specified power source?
●
Is the power-supply plug inserted in the product and the outlet?
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Is the operating environment within the specified parameters?
●
Is the product exposed to ammonia gas, such as that produced by diazo
copiers or office cleaning materials?
NOTE: Diazo copiers produce ammonia gas as part of the copying
processes. Ammonia gas (from cleaning supplies or a diazo copier) can have
an adverse effect on some product components (for example, the toner
cartridge OPC).
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Is the product exposed to direct sunlight?
Media
●
Does the customer use only supported media?
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Is the media in good condition (no curls, folds, or distortion)?
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Is the media stored correctly and within environmental limits?
Input trays
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Is the amount of media in the tray within specifications?
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Is the media correctly placed in the tray?
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Are the paper guides aligned with the stack?
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Is the tray correctly installed in the product?
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General topic Questions
Toner cartridge
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Is the toner cartridge installed correctly?
Transfer unit and fuser
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Are the transfer unit and fuser installed correctly?
Covers
●
Is the front cover closed?
Condensation
●
Does condensation occur following a temperature change (particularly in
winter following cold storage)? If so, wipe affected parts dry or leave the
product on for 10 to 20 minutes.
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Was a toner cartridge opened soon after being moved from a cold to a warm
room? If so, allow the toner cartridge to sit at room temperature for 1 to 2
hours.
Miscellaneous
●
Check for and remove any non-HP components (toner cartridges, memory
modules, and EIO cards) from the product.
●
If the hardware or software configuration has not changed or the problem is
not associated with any specific software, see the complete service manual for
this product.
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Remove the product from the network and ensure that the failure is associated
with the product before beginning troubleshooting.
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For any print-quality issues, calibrate the product.
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Determine the problem source
The following table includes basic questions to ask the customer to quickly help define the problem or
problems.
General topic Questions
Environment
●
Is the product installed on a solid, level surface (± 1°)?
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Is the power-supply voltage within ± 10 volts of the specified power source?
●
Is the power-supply plug inserted in the product and the outlet?
●
Is the operating environment within the specified parameters?
●
Is the product exposed to ammonia gas, such as that produced by diazo
copiers or office cleaning materials?
NOTE: Diazo copiers produce ammonia gas as part of the coping
processes. Ammonia gas (from cleaning supplies or a diazo copier) can have
an adverse affect on some product components (for example, the toner
cartridge imaging drum).
●
Is the product exposed to direct sunlight?
Paper
●
Does the customer use only supported paper?
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Is the paper in good condition (no curls, folds, or distortion)?
●
Is the paper stored correctly and within environmental limits?
Input tray
●
Is the amount of paper in the tray within specifications?
●
Is the paper correctly placed in the tray?
●
Are the paper guides aligned with the stack?
Supplies
●
Is the toner cartridge installed correctly and firmly seated?
●
Has the sealing tape been removed from the toner cartridge?
●
Is the toner cartridge within its estimated life? (Check the supplies status page.)
Transfer roller and fuser
●
Are the transfer roller and fuser installed correctly?
Covers
●
Are the front and rear doors firmly closed?
Condensation
●
Does condensation occur following a temperature change (particularly in
winter following cold storage)? If so, wipe affected parts dry or leave the
product on for 90 to 120 minutes.
●
Was a toner cartridge opened soon after being moved from a cold to a warm
room? If so, allow the toner cartridge to sit at room temperature for 1 to 2
hours.
Miscellaneous
●
Check for and remove any non-HP components (for example, a toner
cartridge) from the product.
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Remove the product from the network and make sure that the failure is with the
product before beginning troubleshooting.
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Power subsystem
Power-on checks
When you turn on the product, if it does not make any sound or if the control-panel display is blank,
check the following items:
●
Verify that the product is plugged directly into an active electrical outlet that has the correct
voltage. Do not plug the product into a surge protector or power strip.
●
Verify that the on/off switch is in the on position.
●
Verify that the formatter is seated and operating correctly.
●
Remove any HP Jetdirect accessories or other devices, and then try to turn the product on again.
●
Make sure that the control-panel display is connected.
●
Check the two fuses on the power supply.
●
If necessary, replace the power supply.
●
If necessary, replace the DC controller.
Control-panel checks
Use the product control panel to conduct tests on the control panel LEDs, display, or buttons.
1.
From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Setup
button.
2. Touch the left arrow button, and then quickly touch the Cancel
button. The display should return
to Ready status.
3.
Press the Setup
button again to open the menus. The first menu should be the 2ndary Service
menu.
4. Touch the 2ndary Service menu, and then scroll to one of the following menu items.
●
LED Test
●
Display Test
●
Button Test
5. Touch the menu item to begin the test.
6. After the test has finished, return the product to the Ready state, and then touch the Cancel
button to remove the 2ndary Service menu from the menu list.
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Tools for troubleshooting
Component diagnostics
LED diagnostics
Network LEDs
The onboard network solution has two network port LEDs. When the product is connected to a properly
working network through a network cable, the yellow LED indicates network activity, and the green LED
indicates the link status. A blinking yellow LED indicates network traffic. If the green LED is off, a link
has failed.
For link failures, check all of the network cable connections. In addition, you can try to manually
configure the network card link speed setting by using the product control-panel.
Change the Link Speed setting
1.
From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Setup
button.
2. Scroll to, and then touch the Network Setup menu.
3. Scroll to, and then touch Link Speed item.
4. Touch the appropriate link speed.
Control panel LEDs
The state of the Ready light and Attention light on the product signal the product status. The following
table outlines the possible control-panel light states.
Product state Ready light state Attention light state
Initializing Blinking Blinking
Ready On Off
Receiving data/processing job or
cancelling job
Blinking Off
Error message Off Blinking
Fatal error (49 or 79 error)
1
On On
1
The product will power off and then power on after one of these errors occurs.
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Engine diagnostics
Engine test
If the duplex unit is disabled, the engine test produces a single-sided sheet with horizontal lines when
you perform the engine test. If the duplex unit is activated (the default state), the engine test produces a
double-sided sheet with horizontal lines when you perform the engine test.
To perform the test, with the product in the Ready state, open and shut the cartridge door three times. If
the engine is functioning properly, the product will initialize and then print the test page
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Diagrams
Plug/jack locations
Table 2-1 Plug/jack locations
Item Description
1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port
2 Network port
3 Fax ports
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Locations of major components
Figure 2-1 Major components (1 of 2)
1 2 3 4
5
Table 2-2 Major components (1 of 2)
Item Description
1 Registration assembly
2 Fuser assembly
3 Feed drive assembly (simplex models)
Duplex drive assembly (duplex models)
4 Laser scanner assembly
5 Duplex feed assembly
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Figure 2-2 Major components (2 of 2)
1 2
43
Table 2-3 Major components (2 of 2)
Item Description
1Fan
2 Transfer roller
3 Main motor
4 Sensor assembly
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General timing chart
The following charts lists the approximate timing for this product, specified in seconds.
Figure 2-3 Timing diagram
STBYRTSLTNIRPRTNIYBTSTIAW
3 Print command (EEC12)
4 Scanner motor
Signal
1 TOP sensor (PS912)
2 Fuser output sensor (PS916)
Power ON
11
Transfer bias
12
Fuser heater
9
Primary charging bias (DC)
10 Developing bias
7 Main motor (M1)
8
Primary charging bias (AC)
5
Laser6BD signal (BDO)
13
Cassette pickup solenoid (SL2)
14
Main fan (FM1)
12
Fuser heater
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General circuit diagrams
Figure 2-4 Circuit diagram — main unit (1 of 2)
A
654 3 2 1
D
C
B
M
TP
SL
M
SL
SL
+3.3C
GND
123456
123
1234
5
7
56
12
4
12
123
3
123
23 123 123
2
3
1
GND(DCOM)
GND
FSRTH
GND
AC-N
/VDO2
VDO2
GND(DCOM)
VDO1
/VDO1
GND(DCOM)
CNT2
CNT0
4213
154
123
2
3456
321123 12
21
21
AC-H
TAG2
TAG1
12
1 34567
1
213
FB
/ACC
/DEC
GND
GND
/CSTSNS
GND
/MPSNS
/POSNS
GND
1
FANLOCK
DUPSOL
CSTSOL
GND
+24P1
+24P1
ACH
GND
/DEC
/ACC
+24P1
/TESTP
COILB
COILA
1234
5
32
1
1
2
GND
/MACC
/MDEC
MFG
+24P1
J101
21
GND
FANLOCK
+24P1
J916
J915
J918
J207
J802
+24V
MPSOL
/CSTSOL
/BDI
GND(PB)
CNT1
1234
J203
+24P1
2
123456
7
3456789
1011121314
15
62534
J914
J912
1
J581
GND
/BDO
WAKEVC
WAKEENG
/SCLK
/SC
/RSTO
/BDI
+3.3U
GND
CNT2
CNT1
CNT0
MPSOL
+24V
GND
/PISNS
WDSNS1
TAG
J211
+24P1
/DUPSOL
+3.3U
GND
+3.3V
+3.3V
45
6
GND
GND
+24P2
+3.3C
J201
+24V
+24U
1
+3.3U
FULSNS
WDSNS2
+3.3U
WDSNS3
+3.3U
+3.3U
+3.3U
ACN
/ILMLED
PSW1
ILMLEDCLK
S MODE
21
J4
1
2345678910
11
13
12
J801
345612
J216
FT1
FT2
J2141
J2142
21
SW301
3
45612
2
31
12345
J1001
12
345
J215
12345
6
789
10
11 13
12
123
J206
COR2
COR1
1
234
56789
10
111315
12
14
J1205
1234567
123456
12345671234567
1234
J1103
123456
7
J1102
321
PS913
321
PS914
321
J204
12
12
12
21
H1
54321
M1
FT3
123
45
J202
12
J2100
21
LED1001
2
1
SW1001
TSH1
21
J102
12
J302
321
INL101
123
J213
21
J210
12
J1104
321
FM1
12
123
J205
3
21
PS914
12
TP1
321
PS915
321
PS918
1234
12345
J1202
1234
M2
123
J1105
321
PS912
12
J1101
12
TH1
3
21
PS916
321
PS915
1234
5
Engine controller PCA
Formatter
Fuser assembly
Laser
scanner
assembly
Connector PCA
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Figure 2-5 Circuit diagram — main unit (2 of 2)
A
654 3 2 1
D
C
B
242620
1816
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8910
11
13
15
17 19
21
23
25
12
14
22
24 26201816
1234567891011 13 15 17 19 21 23 25
12 14 22
Formatter Control panel
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Figure 2-6 Circuit diagram — optional Tray 3
A
654 3 2 1
D
C
B
SL
12
321
321
J1202
231
12
GND
/TESTP
+3.3U
+24P1
734562147345621
J211
J1202
7162354
1
65
3
27
+3.3U
+3.3U
+24P1
OPT SOL
+24P1
GND
OPT SNS
GND
S MODE
OPT SNS
OPT SOL
1234567
12
1234567
J1201
321
SR1
Engine controller PCA
PF connector PCA
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Use HP Device Toolbox (Windows)
Use the HP Device Toolbox for Windows to view or change product settings from your computer.
This tool opens the HP Embedded Web Server for the product.
NOTE: This tool is available only if you performed a full installation when you installed the product.
The HP Embedded Web Server, however, is still available by opening a Web browser and entering the
product IP address in the browser address box.
1. Click the Start button, and then click the Programs item.
2. Click your HP product group, and then click the HP Device Toolbox item.
Tab or section Description
Home tab
Provides product, status, and
configuration information.
●
Device Status: Shows the product status and shows the approximate percent life
remaining of HP supplies.
●
Supplies Status: Shows the approximate percent life remaining of HP supplies.
Actual supply life remaining can vary. Consider having a replacement supply
available to install when print quality is no longer acceptable. The supply does not
need to be replaced unless the print quality is no longer acceptable.
●
Device Configuration: Shows the information found on the product configuration
page.
●
Network Summary: Shows the information found on the product network
configuration page.
●
Reports: Allows you to print the configuration and supplies status pages that the
product generates.
●
Event Log: Shows a list of all product events and errors.
System tab
Provides the ability to configure the
product from your computer.
●
Device Information: Provides basic product and company information.
●
Paper Setup: Allows you to change the paper-handling defaults for the product.
●
Print Quality: Allows you to change the print quality defaults for the product,
including calibration settings.
●
Paper Types: Allows you to configure print modes that correspond to the paper
types that the product accepts.
●
System Setup: Allows you to change the system defaults for the product.
●
Service: Allows you to start the cleaning procedure on the product.
●
Product Security: Allows you to set or change the product password.
●
Save and Restore: Save the current settings for the product to a file on the
computer. Use this file to load the same settings onto another product or to restore
these settings to this product at a later time.
NOTE: The System tab can be password-protected. If this product is on a network,
always consult with the administrator before changing settings on this tab.
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Tab or section Description
Print tab
Provides the ability to change
default print settings from your
computer.
●
Printing: Change the default product print settings, such as number of copies and
paper orientation. These are the same options that are available on the control
panel.
●
PCL5c: View and change the PCL5c settings.
●
PostScript: Turn off or on the Print PS Errors feature.
Networking tab
Provides the ability to change
network settings from your
computer.
Network administrators can use this tab to control network-related settings for the product
when it is connected to an IP-based network. It also allows the network administrator to
set up wireless direct functionality. This tab does not appear if the product is directly
connected to a computer.
HP Web Services tab Use this tab to set up and use various Web tools with the product.
HP Smart Install tab Use this tab to download and install the print driver.
Internal print-quality test pages
Clean the paper path
During the printing process, paper, toner, and dust particles can accumulate inside the product. Over
time, this buildup can cause print-quality problems such as toner specks or smearing. This product has a
cleaning mode that can correct and prevent these types of problems.
1.
From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Setup
button.
2. Touch the Service menu.
3. Touch the Cleaning Page button.
4. Load plain letter or A4 paper when you are prompted.
5. Touch the OK button to begin the cleaning process.
Wait until the process is complete. Discard the page that prints.
Print the configuration page
1.
From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Setup
button.
2. Touch the Reports menu.
3. Touch the Configuration Report button to print the report.
Print-quality troubleshooting tools
Repetitive image defect ruler
Defects on product rollers can cause image defects to appear at regular intervals on the page,
corresponding to the circumference of the roller that is causing the defect. Measure the distance
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between defects that recur on a page. Use the following table or the repetitive-defect ruler to determine
which roller is causing the defect. To resolve the problem, try cleaning the roller first. If the roller
remains dirty after cleaning or if it is damaged, replace the part that is indicated in
Table 2-4 Repetitive
defects on page 66.
CAUTION: Do not use solvents or oils to clean rollers. Instead, rub the roller with lint-free paper. If
dirt is difficult to remove, rub the roller with lint-free paper that has been dampened with water.
NOTE: The following table replaces the graphical repetitive defect ruler. You can make your own
ruler by using these measurements. For the most accurate results, use a metric ruler.
Table 2-4 Repetitive defects
Component Distance between defects
Primary charging roller 38 mm (1.5 in)
Transfer roller 39 mm (1.54 in)
Developer roller 42 mm (1.65 in)
Registration roller 43 mm (1.69 in)
Fuser film 57 mm (2.24 in)
Pressure roller 63 mm (2.48 in)
Photosensitive drum 75 mm (2.95 in)
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Control panel menus
●
HP Web Services menu
●
Reports menu
●
Quick Forms menu
●
USB Flash Drive menu
●
System Setup menu
●
Service menu
●
Network Setup menu
HP Web Services menu
Use the HP Web Services menu to set up the HP Web Services features.
Menu item Description
Print Information Sheet Prints a report that instructs the user how to set up the HP Web Services features.
Display E-Mail Address Displays the product email address.
Turn ePrint On/Off Enables or disables the product HP ePrint functionality.
Turn Apps On/Off Enables or disables the product HP Web Services applications.
Enable Web Services Enables the HP Web Services features.
Remove Services Removes the HP Web Services features from the product.
Clear Apps History Deletes the stored history of the product HP Web Services applications.
Proxy Settings Allows you to enter proxy server information for the product internet connection.
Reports menu
Use the Reports menu to print reports that provide information about the product.
Menu item Description
Demo Page Prints a sample page that demonstrates print quality.
Menu Structure Prints a map of the control panel-menu layout. The active settings for each menu are
listed.
Configuration Report Prints a list of all the product settings. Includes network information when the
product is connected to a network.
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Menu item Description
Supplies Status Prints the status for each toner cartridge, including the following information:
●
Estimated percentage of cartridge life remaining
●
Approximate pages remaining
●
Part numbers for HP toner cartridge
●
Number of pages printed
●
Information about ordering new HP toner cartridges and recycling used HP
toner cartridges
Network Summary Prints a list of all product network settings
Usage Page Prints a page that lists PCL pages, PCL 6 pages, PS pages, pages that were jammed
or mispicked in the product, and reports the page count
PCL Font List Prints a list of all the PCL fonts that are installed
PS Font List Prints a list of all the PostScript (PS) fonts that are installed
PCL6 Font List Prints a list of all the PCL6 fonts that are installed
Service Page Provides information on supported paper types, copy settings, and other
miscellaneous settings that are not on the configuration page
Quick Forms menu
Menu item Sub-menu item Description
Notebook Paper Narrow Rule
Wide Rule
Child Rule
Prints pages that have preprinted lines
Graph Paper 1/8 inch
5 mm
Prints pages that have preprinted graph lines
Checklist 1 Column
2 Column
Prints pages that have preprinted lines with check boxes
Music Paper Portrait
Landscape
Prints pages that have preprinted lines for writing music
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USB Flash Drive menu
Print Documents Prints documents stored on the USB drive. Use the arrow
buttons to scroll through the documents. Touch the names of
documents that you want to print.
Touch the summary screen to change settings such as the
number of copies, the paper size, or the paper type.
Touch the Print button when you are ready to print the
documents.
Easy Photo Print Prints photo files directly from the product.
NOTE: This menu item is available for LCD control panel
models only.
Thumbnail Sheet(s) Prints a page or pages of 30 “thumbnail” graphic images.
NOTE: This menu item is available for LCD control panel
models only.
View and Print Photos Previews photos on the USB drive. Use the arrow buttons to
scroll through the photos. Touch the preview image for each
photo that you want to print. You can adjust the settings, and
you can save the changes as the new default settings. When
you are ready to print the photos, touch the Print button.
Scan to USB Drive Scans a document and stores it as a .PDF document or .JPEG
image on the USB flash drive.
System Setup menu
In the following table, items that have asterisks (*) indicate the factory default setting.
Menu item Sub-menu item Sub-menu item Description
Language Select the language for the
control panel display messages
and the product reports.
Paper Setup Default Paper Size Letter
A4
Legal
Sets the size for printing internal
reports or any print job that does
not specify a size.
NOTE: The default setting is
determined by the choice of
location during the initial
product setup.
Default Paper Type A list of available
paper types
appears.
Select the paper type for printing
internal reports or any print job
that does not specify a type.
Tray 1 Paper Type
Paper Size
Select the default size and type
for Tray 1 from the list of
available sizes and types.
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Menu item Sub-menu item Sub-menu item Description
Tray 2 Paper Type
Paper Size
Select the default size and type
for Tray 2 from the list of
available sizes and types.
Paper Out Action Wait forever*
Cancel
Override
Select how the product should
react when a print job requires a
size or type that is not available
or when a specified tray is
empty.
Select the Wait forever option to
make the product wait until you
load the correct paper and press
the OK button. This is the default
setting.
Select the Override option to
print on a different size or type
after a specified delay.
Select the Cancel option to
automatically cancel the print
job after a specified delay.
If you select either the Override
or Cancel options, the control
panel prompts you to specify the
number of seconds to delay. Use
the arrow buttons to increase (up
to 3600 seconds) or decrease
the time.
Energy Settings Sleep Delay Off
1 Minute
15 Minutes*
30 Minutes
1 Hour
2 Hours
Sets how long the product
remains idle before it enters
sleep mode. The product
automatically exits sleep mode
when you send a print job or
press a control panel button.
Auto Power Down Power Down Delay Never
30 Minutes
1 Hour
2 Hours
4 Hours
8 Hours
24 Hours
Sets the period of time that must
elapse before the product Auto
Power Down feature activates.
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Menu item Sub-menu item Sub-menu item Description
Wake Events USB Job
LAN Job
Wireless Job
(wireless models
only)
Button Press
USB Drive Insert
Enables or disables certain
product events (like when a
control panel button is pressed)
that will cause the product to
revert from Auto Power Down
mode to Ready status.
Print Density A range of 1 to 5. Select the print density level. The
default setting is 3
Supply Settings Black Cartridge Very Low Setting Stop
Prompt*
Continue
Set how the product behaves
when the black toner cartridge
reaches the very low threshold.
●
Stop: The product stops
printing until you replace
the toner cartridge.
●
Prompt: The product stops
printing and prompts you to
replace the toner cartridge.
You can acknowledge the
prompt and continue
printing.
●
Continue: The product
alerts you that the toner
cartridge is very low, but it
continues printing.
Low Threshold A percentage range
of 1 to 100.
Set the percentage of estimated
life remaining at which the
product alerts you that the toner
cartridge is low.
Administration Product Security Enable product security. If turned
on, the product prompts you to
set a password. After it is set,
the password will be needed to
change product settings.
USB Flash Drive On*
Off
Enable or disable the walkup
USB port.
Display Contrast Medium*
Darker
Darkest
Lightest
Lighter
Select the level of contrast for the
display.
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Menu item Sub-menu item Sub-menu item Description
Courier Font Regular*
Dark
Selects a version of the Courier
font..
Quiet Mode Enable or Disable the product
Quiet Mode.
Service menu
Use this menu to restore default settings, clean the product, and activate special modes that affect print
output. Items that have asterisks (*) indicate the factory default setting.
Menu item Sub-menu item Sub-menu item Description
Fax Service Clear Saved Faxes Touch the OK button to clear any
fax messages stored in the product
memory.
Run Fax Test The product prints a fax test page.
Print T.30 Trace Now
Never*
If Error
At End of Call
Use this menu either to manually
print a T30 trace report, or to set
up automatic report printing.
Error Correction On*
Off
Use this menu to enable or disable
the error correction feature for the
product fax accessory.
Fax Service Log The product prints a fax service
report.
Cleaning Page Use this option to clean the product
if you see toner specks or other
marks on the printed output. The
cleaning process removes dust and
excess toner from the paper path.
When you select this item, the
product prompts you to load plain
paper in Tray 1 and then press the
OK button to start the cleaning
process. Wait until the process is
complete. Discard the page that
prints.
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Menu item Sub-menu item Sub-menu item Description
USB Speed High*
Full
Sets the USB speed to High or Full.
For the product to actually operate
at high speed, it must have high
speed enabled and be connected
to an EHCI host controller that is
also operating at high speed. This
menu item also does not reflect the
current operating speed of the
product.
Less Paper Curl On
Off*
If printed pages are consistently
curled, use this option to set the
product to a mode that reduces
curl.
Archive Print On
Off*
If you are printing pages that will
be stored for a long time, use this
option to set the product to a mode
that reduces toner smearing and
dusting.
Firmware Date Displays the current firmware
datecode.
Restore Defaults Sets all customized copy settings to
the factory default values.
Signature Check Cancel if Invalid*
Prompt if Invalid
Configures how the product
proceeds when a firmware
upgrade file does not have a valid
signature.
HP Smart Install On*
Off
Enables or disables the HP Smart
Install functionality.
LaserJet Update Check For Updates Now Prompts the product to search for a
newer firmware upgrade file and
then upload it.
Manage Updates Allow Downgrade Yes*: Allows the firmware upgrade
functionality to upload an older
firmware version.
No: Prevents the product from
loading older firmware files.
Check Automatically On*: Allows the product to
automatically search for new
firmware updates.
Off: Prevents the product from
loading new firmware update files.
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Menu item Sub-menu item Sub-menu item Description
Prompt Before Install Install Automatically: Allows the
product to automatically load a
firmware update file.
Always Prompt*: Causes the
product to display a prompt at the
control panel before the product
can load a firmware update file.
Allow Updates Yes*: Allows the product to load
firmware update files.
No: Prevents the product from
loading firmware update files.
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Network Setup menu
Use this menu to establish network configuration settings.
Menu item Sub-menu item Description
Wireless Menu (wireless products
only)
Wireless Direct Settings
Wireless Setup Wizard
Wi-Fi Protected Setup If your wireless router supports this feature, use this
method to set up the product on a wireless network.
This is the simplest method.
Run Wireless Test Tests the wireless network and prints a report with
the results.
Turn Wireless On/Off Enable or disable the wireless network feature.
TCP/IP Config Automatic*
Manual
Select Automatic to automatically configure all the
TCP/IP settings.
Select Manual to manually configure the IP address,
subnet mask, and default gateway.
IPv4 Config Method DHCP
BOOTP
Auto IP
Manual
Set the IPv4 configuration method.
Card Sharing On*
Off
Enable or disable file sharing of a memory card that
has been inserted into the product walkup USB port.
Auto Crossover On*
Off
This item is used when you are connecting the
product directly to a personal computer using an
Ethernet cable (you might have to set this to On or
Off depending on the computer being used).
Network Services IPv4
IPv6
This item is used by the network administrator to limit
the network services available on this product.
On
Off
The default setting is On.
Show IP Address No*
Yes
No: The product IP address will not appear on the
control panel display.
Yes: The product IP address will appear on the
control panel display.
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Menu item Sub-menu item Description
Link Speed Automatic (Default)
10T Full
10T Half
100TX Full
100TX Half
Sets the link speed manually if needed.
After setting the link speed, the product automatically
restarts.
Security Product Security Enable product security. If turned on, the product
prompts you to set a password. After it is set, the
password will be needed to change product settings.
HTTPS Enforcement Enable or disable the HTTPS Enforcement setting.
The default setting is On.
Firewall Enable, disable, or reset the product firewall.
Access Control List Enable, disable, or reset the network access control
list.
802.1x (wireless models only) Enable or disable the 802.1x wireless authentication
protocol.
Reset All Security Reset the security settings to the factory-set default
values.
Restore Defaults Press the OK button to restore the network
configuration settings to the default values.
USB Flash Drive On
Off
Enable or disable the walkup USB port.
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Interpret control-panel messages
Control panel message types
Alert and warning messages appear temporarily and might require you to acknowledge the message
by touching the OK button to resume or by touching the Cancel
button to cancel the job. With
certain warnings, the job might not complete or the print quality might be affected. If the alert or
warning message is related to printing and the auto-continue feature is on, the product will attempt to
resume the printing job after the warning has appeared for 10 seconds without acknowledgement.
Critical error messages can indicate some kind of failure. Turning off and then turning on the power
might fix the problem. If a critical error persists, the product might require service.
Control panel messages
49 Error, Turn off then on
Description
The product experienced an internal error.
Recommended action
Turn the product off, wait at least 30 seconds, and then turn the product on and wait for it to initialize.
If you are using a surge protector, remove it. Plug the product directly into the wall socket. Turn the
product power on.
If the message persists, contact HP support.
50.x Fuser Error
Description
The product has experienced an error with the fuser.
Recommended action
Turn the product power off, wait at least 30 seconds, and then turn the product power on and wait for
it to initialize.
Turn off the product, wait at least 25 minutes, and then turn on the product.
If you are using a surge protector, remove it. Plug the product directly into the wall socket. Turn the
product power on.
If the message persists, contact HP support.
51.XX Error
Description
The product has experienced an internal hardware error.
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Recommended action
Turn the product power off, wait at least 30 seconds, and then turn the product power on and wait for
it to initialize.
If you are using a surge protector, remove it. Plug the product directly into the wall socket. Turn the
product on.
If the message persists, contact HP support.
54.XX Error
Description
The product has experienced an error with one of the internal sensors.
Recommended action
Turn the product power off, wait at least 30 seconds, and then turn the product power on and wait for
it to initialize.
If you are using a surge protector, remove it. Plug the product directly into the wall socket. Turn the
product power on.
If the message persists, contact HP support.
55.X Error
Description
The product has experienced an internal error.
Recommended action
Turn the product power off, wait at least 30 seconds, and then turn the product power on and wait for
it to initialize.
If you are using a surge protector, remove it. Plug the product directly into the wall socket. Turn the
product power on.
If the message persists, contact HP support.
57 Fan Error, Turn off then on
Description
The product has experienced a problem with its internal fan.
Recommended action
Turn the product power off, wait at least 30 seconds, and then turn the product power on and wait for
it to initialize.
If you are using a surge protector, remove it. Plug the product directly into the wall socket. Turn the
product power on.
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If the message persists, contact HP support.
59.X Error
Description
The product has experienced a problem with one of the motors.
Recommended action
Turn the product power off, wait at least 30 seconds, and then turn the product power on and wait for
it to initialize.
If you are using a surge protector, remove it. Plug the product directly into the wall socket. Turn the
product power on.
If the message persists, contact HP support.
79 Error Turn off then on
Description
The product has experienced an internal firmware error.
Recommended action
Turn the product power off, wait at least 30 seconds, and then turn the product power on and wait for
it to initialize.
If you are using a surge protector, remove it. Plug the product directly into the wall socket. Turn the
product power on.
If the message persists, contact HP support.
79 Service error
Description
An incompatible DIMM is installed.
Recommended action
1. Turn the product power off.
2. Install a DIMM that the product supports.
3. Turn the product on.
If the message persists, contact HP support. For a list of supported DIMMs, see the user guide.
Black cartridge low
Description
The toner cartridge is nearing the end of its useful life.
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Recommended action
Printing can continue, but consider having a replacement toner cartridge on hand.
Black cartridge very low
Description
The toner cartridge is at the end of its useful life. A customer configurable option on this product is
"Prompt to Remind Me in 100 pages, 200 pages, 300 pages, 400 pages, or never." This option is
provided as a customer convenience and is not an indication these pages will have acceptable print
quality.
Recommended action
To ensure optimal print quality, HP recommends replacing the toner cartridge at this point. You can
continue printing until you notice a decrease in print quality. Actual cartridge life may vary.
Once an HP toner cartridge has reached very low, HP's Premium Protection Warranty on that toner
cartridge has ended. All print defects or cartridge failures incurred when an HP toner cartridge is used
in continue at very low mode will not be considered to be defects in materials or workmanship in the
toner cartridge under the HP Print Cartridge Warranty Statement.
Cleaning
Description
The product periodically performs a cleaning procedure to maintain the best print quality.
Recommended action
Wait for the cleaning process to finish.
Communication error.
Description
A fax communication error occurred between the product and the sender or receiver.
Recommended action
Allow the product to retry sending the fax. Unplug the product telephone cord from the wall, plug in a
telephone, and try making a call. Connect the product phone cord into a jack for another phone line.
Try a different phone cord.
Set the Fax Speed option to the Slow(V.29) setting or disable the Fast(V.34) setting.
Turn off the Error Correction feature to prevent automatic error correction.
NOTE: Turning off the Error Correction feature can reduce image quality.
Print the Fax Activity Log report from the control panel to determine if the error occurs with a specific
fax number.
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