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DANGER Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in serious or fatal personal injury. Great caution should be exercised in performing procedures
preceded by DANGER Headings.
The precautionary measures itemized below should always be observed when performing repair/maintenance procedures.
DANGER
1. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PRODUCT FROM THE POWER SOURCE AND PERIPHERAL DEVICES PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR
PROCEDURES.
2. NO WORK SHOULD BE PERFORMED ON THE UNIT BY PERSONS UNFAMILIAR WITH BASIC SAFETY MEASURES AS DICTATED FOR ALL
ELECTRONICS TECHNICIANS IN THEIR LINE OF WORK.
3. WHEN PERFORMING TESTING AS DICTATED WITHIN THIS MANUAL, DO NOT CONNECT THE UNIT TO A POWER SOURCE UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO
DO SO. WHEN THE POWER SUPPLY CABLE MUST BE CONNECTED, USE EXTREME CAUTION IN WORKING ON POWER SUPPLY AND OTHER
ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS.
4. WHEN DISASSEMBLING OR ASSEMBLING A PRODUCT, MAKE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES TO AVOID INJURIER FROM METAL PARTS WITH SHARP
EDGES.
WARNING
1. REPAIRS ON EPSON PRODUCT SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN EPSON CERTIFIED REPAIR TECHNICIAN.
2. MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SOURCE VOLTAGES IS THE SAME AS THE RATED VOLTAGE, LISTED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER/RATING PLATE. IF THE
EPSON PRODUCT HAS A PRIMARY AC RATING DIFFERENT FROM AVAILABLE POWER SOURCE, DO NOT CONNECT IT TO THE POWER SOURCE.
3. ALWAYS VERIFY THAT THE EPSON PRODUCT HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE REMOVING OR REPLACING
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS AND/OR INDIVIDUAL CHIPS.
4. IN ORDER TO PROTECT SENSITIVE MICROPROCESSORS AND CIRCUITRY, USE STATIC DISCHARGE EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS ANTI-STATIC WRIST
STRAPS, WHEN ACCESSING INTERNAL COMPONENTS.
5. REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING COMPONENTS ONLY WITH THOSE COMPONENTS BY THE MANUFACTURE; INTRODUCTION OF SECOND-SOURCE
ICs OR OTHER NON-APPROVED COMPONENTS MAY DAMAGE THE PRODUCT AND VOID ANY APPLICABLE EPSON WARRANTY.
6. WHEN USING COMPRESSED AIR PRODUCTS; SUCH AS AIR DUSTER, FOR CLEANING DURING REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE, THE USE OF SUCH
PRODUCTS CONTAINING FLAMMABLE GAS IS PROHIBITED.
About This Manual
This manual describes basic functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations, maintenance and repair procedures of the printer. The instructions and procedures included
herein are intended for the experienced repair technicians, and attention should be given to the precautions on the preceding page.
Contents
Chapter1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 1.4.2.2 Memory card printing mode ............................................................. 24
1.4.3 Layout and Paper Type, Paper Size ......................................................... 25
1.1 Overview........................................................................................................... 10 1.4.4 Trimming Function .................................................................................. 25
1.1.1 Features .................................................................................................... 10 1.4.5 Assignment Rules for Photo Frame Numbers and Rotation .................... 26
1.2 Specifications.................................................................................................... 11 1.4.6 Layout Drawings...................................................................................... 27
1.2.1 Printer specifications ................................................................................ 11 1.4.6.1 Border free ........................................................................................ 27
1.2.1.1 Physical Specification ....................................................................... 11 1.4.6.2 1-up with borders .............................................................................. 27
1.2.1.2 Printing Specification........................................................................ 11 1.4.6.3 20-up ................................................................................................. 28
1.2.1.3 Paper Support.................................................................................... 11 1.4.6.4 30-up ................................................................................................. 28
1.2.1.4 Printing Area ..................................................................................... 13 1.4.6.5 80-up ................................................................................................. 29
1.2.1.5 Ink Cartridge Specification ............................................................... 15 1.4.7 Relation between Paper Type and Quality............................................... 29
1.2.1.6 Electric Specification ........................................................................ 16 1.5 USB Direct-Print/PictBridge Functions ........................................................... 30
1.2.1.7 Environmental Performance ............................................................. 16 1.5.1 Supported Device ..................................................................................... 30
1.2.1.8 Durability .......................................................................................... 17 1.5.2 Functions Available from DSC................................................................ 30
1.2.1.9 Safety Standards: EMC..................................................................... 17 1.5.3 Operation.................................................................................................. 30
1.2.1.10 CE Marking....................................................................................... 17 1.5.3.1 Preparation ........................................................................................ 30
1.3 Interface ............................................................................................................ 18 1.5.3.2 Standard Operations.......................................................................... 30
1.3.1 USB Interface........................................................................................... 18 1.5.3.3 Display when DSC is Connected...................................................... 31
1.3.2 Standard Card Slots.................................................................................. 19 1.5.3.4 Cancel Print....................................................................................... 31
1.3.2.1 Memory card ..................................................................................... 19 1.5.3.5 Operation when the Printing is Completed....................................... 31
1.3.2.2 Supported power supply voltage....................................................... 19 1.5.3.6 Exclusive Control Specifications for Paper Type, Size, and Layout 31
1.3.2.3 Multi-slot operations ......................................................................... 20 1.5.3.7 Camera direct error executing other processing (error).................... 31
1.4 Memory Card Print ........................................................................................... 21 1.6 Control Panel .................................................................................................... 32
1.4.1 Basic Specifications ................................................................................. 21 1.6.1 Buttons ..................................................................................................... 32
1.4.1.1 File system ........................................................................................ 21 1.6.2 Indicators.................................................................................................. 32
1.4.1.2 Media format..................................................................................... 21 1.6.3 Control Panel Appearance ....................................................................... 33
1.4.1.3 File formats ....................................................................................... 21 1.6.4 The method of changing mode................................................................. 34
1.4.1.4 Valid image size................................................................................ 21 1.6.5 Operations ................................................................................................ 35
1.4.1.5 Maximum number of photo data files............................................... 22 1.6.5.1 Memory card mode/Setup mode/DSC direct mode .......................... 35
1.4.1.6 Thumbnail image data....................................................................... 22 1.6.5.2 Memory Card Insertion/Ejection ...................................................... 37
1.4.1.7 File sorting ........................................................................................ 22 1.6.5.3 Connection/Removal of DSC ........................................................... 37
1.4.1.8 File sorting rules ............................................................................... 22 1.6.5.4 Low Power Panel Mode.................................................................... 37
1.4.1.9 Rules for acquisition of date/time data ............................................. 22 1.6.5.5 Paper Thickness Lever Function....................................................... 37
1.4.1.10 Number of sheets which can be printed in total................................ 22 1.6.6 Printer Condition and Panel Status .......................................................... 38
1.4.2 Functions .................................................................................................. 23
1.4.2.1 List of functions ................................................................................ 23
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EPSON Stylus Photo R240/R245/R250 Revision B
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EPSON Stylus Photo R240/R245/R250 Revision B
Chapter6 MAINTENANCE
6.1 Overview......................................................................................................... 143
6.1.1 Cleaning ................................................................................................. 143
6.1.2 Service Maintenance .............................................................................. 143
6.1.3 Lubrication ............................................................................................. 145
Chapter7 APPENDIX
7.1 Connector Summary ....................................................................................... 151
7.1.1 Major Component Unit .......................................................................... 151
7.2 Exploded Diagram .......................................................................................... 152
7.3 Electrical Circuits ........................................................................................... 153
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CHAPTER
1
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
EPSON Stylus Photo R240/R245/R250 Revision B
(2/360inch)
0.07055
(40/360inch) (120/360inch) (40/360inch)
0.1411
#B90 #C90 #D90
#A90
Paper Feed Direction
220 x 132* 132mm 220mm 0.1 82g/m2 4" x 6" 101.6 152.4
(22(lb)) 3R*2 89 127
Note *: Check that the flap is on the long edge and can be folded. Premium Semigloss Photo Paper A4 210 297 0.27 250
4" x 6" 101.6 152.4
C A U T IO N Poor quality paper may reduce print quality and cause paper
jams or other problems. If you encounter problems, switch to a Matte Paper-Heavyweight A4 210 297 0.23 167
higher grade of paper. Double-sided Matte Paper A4 210 297 0.25 178
It is necessary that there is no wrinkle, nap, tear, fold, so on in Economy Photo Paper *2 A4 210 297 0.23 188
the form.
Iron-On Cool Peel Transfer Paper A4 210 297 0.14 130
Dont use the adhesive envelopes.
Dont use sleeve insert envelopes and cellophane window Photo Quality Ink Jet paper A4 210 298 0.12 102
envelopes. Premium Glossy Photo Paper (RC-X)*2 4" x 6" 101.6 152.4 0.25 238
The curve and swell of the form must be 3mm or below
Note *1: Only for Stylus Photo R240/R245.
Exclusive papers *2: Only for Stylus Photo R250.
Quality: EPSON Exclusive paper
C A U T IO N It is necessary that there is no wrinkle, nap, tear, fold, so on in
Transparency printing is only available at normal temperature. the form.
Table 1-3. Exclusive Papers The curve of form must be 5mm or below.
Width Length Thickness Weight
Item Size
(PW) (PL) (mm) (g/m2)
Premium Ink Jet Plain Paper *1 A4 210 297 0.11 80
Bright White Ink Jet Paper A4 210 297 0.13 92.5
Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards 8" x 10" 203.2 254 0.21 180
5" x 8" 127 203.2
A6 105 148
Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets A4 210 297 0.19 167
NOTE: Printouts may get dirt with a bottom margin of less than 28.3mm or a top
margin of less than 32.1mm because of an unexpected contact of the LO PW RO
Printhead.
In addition, with a bottom margin of less than 28.3mm, printed image TO
near the bottom may be distorted.
PW
LM RM
TM
Paper size PL
Printable area PL
BM
BO
Paper size Printable area
Figure 1-3. Printable area Cut sheet (standard printing) Figure 1-4. Printable area for Cut sheet (border-free printing)
Envelopes
Printable area
For paper width (PW) and paper length (PL), refer to 1.2.1.3 Paper Support
(p.11).
Refer to the following table.
As for each margin area, refer to Figure 1-5 (p.14).
NOTE: Printouts may get dirt with a bottom margin of less than 20.0mm or a top
margin of less than 32.1mm because of an unexpected contact of the
Printhead.
In addition, with a bottom margin of less than 20.0mm, printed image
near the bottom may be distorted.
PW
LM RM
TM
Printable area
Paper Feed Direction
PL
BM
Paper size
12.7mm
Type/color: EPSON-brand special ink cartridges
Table 1-7. Ink Cartridge
Color Stylus Photo R240/R245 Stylus Photo R250
Black T0551 T0561
Cyan T0552 T0562
Magenta T0553 T0563
Yellow T0554 T0564
Rated power supply voltage (VAC) 100 ~ 120 220 ~ 240 Not operating*1 -20 ~ 40C*4 5 ~ 85%
Input voltage range (VAC) 90 ~ 132 198 ~ 264 Note *1: After unpacking (storage)
Rated current (A) 0.4 (Max. 0.7) 0.2 (Max. 0.3) *2: No condensation
Rated frequency (Hz) 50 ~ 60 *3: Under the following conditions
Input frequency range (Hz) 49.5 ~ 60.5 *4: One month when at 40C
2: If the printer is not operated at all for at least three minutes, the standby function
reduces the current to the motor to conserve power. 27 30 35 40
10 20
3: If the panel button is not operated at all for at least 13 minutes, the LCD panel is go Temperature (C)
out.
Figure 1-7. Temperature/Humidity range
1.2.1.8 Durability
Total print life: 10,000 pages (black only, A4), or five years
(whichever comes first)
Print Head Life: Six billion shots (per nozzle) or five years
(whichever comes first)
1.2.1.10 CE Marking
220-240V model
Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC: EN60950
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC: EN55022 Class B
EN61000-3-2
EN61000-3-3
EN55024
1.3.2 Standard Card Slots C A U T IO N Note the following caution points when handling the memory card.
Since the SD card and Memory Stick share the same slot, only
1.3.2.1 Memory card one can be inserted at a time.
Table 1-12. Memory card Since the SmartMedia and xD-Picture Card share the same
slot, only one can be inserted at a time.
Memory card standards Slots Supported memory cards
When a memory card is being accessed, be sure to keep the
Compact CF+ and CompactFlash CF Type II slot CompactFlash memory card slots cover closed and do not touch the memory
Flash Specification Revision 1.4 (memory card only)
card.
compliant Microdrive
SmartMedia SmartMedia Standard 2003 SmartMedia slot SmartMedia
compliant (maximum capacity: 128 MB)
Memory Memory Stick Standard Memory Stick/ Memory Stick
1.3.2.2 Supported power supply voltage
Stick version 1.3 compliant Memory Stick (maximum capacity: 128 MB, 3.3V/5V (both)
PRO slot including versions with
memory select function) 3.3V (only)
MagicGate Memory Stick
NOTE 1: 3.3V power is supplied to media that support both 3.3V and 5V.
(maximum capacity: 128 MB,
copy protection function is not 2: Maximum current to memory card is 500mA.
supported) 3: 5V type memory cards are not supported.
Memory Stick Duo
(requires Memory Stick Duo
adapter)
MagicGate Memory Stick Duo
Memory MemoryStick Standard Memory Stick PRO
Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Format (copy protection function is not
Specifications version 1.0 supported)
compliant Memory Stick PRO Duo
(requires Memory Stick Duo
adapter)
SD SD Memory Card SD/MMC slot SD (Secure Digital) memory
Specifications/PART1. card
Physical Layer Specification miniSD card
Version 1.0 compliant (requires SD adapter)
MultiMedia MultiMediaCard Standard MultiMediaCard
Card compliant
xD-Picture xD-Picture CardTM Card xD-Picture Card xD-Picture Card
Card Specification Version 1.20 slot xD-Picture Card Type M
Type M compliant
To select a card that has been inserted in a non-active slot, the card in the Slot selection when power is turned on
active slot must first be removed. If cards are inserted in several slots when the power is turned on, the active
slot is determined by the priority ranks listed above.
Direct printing
Only the image files in the active slot are valid and have assigned frame Example: If Smart Media and Memory Stick are both inserted at power-on,
numbers. The number of images will not change if a card is also inserted in the SmartMedia slot becomes the active slot.
a non-selected slot. Slot selection after power is turned on
Connection to computer (Windows) When a card is removed from the active slot, the slot with the next-highest
Only one drive is displayed at a time as a removable disk and only the priority becomes the active slot (if a card has been inserted into it). There is no
card that is in the active slot can be accessed via the removable disk. A card need to re-insert any card before accessing it. If no slots contain any cards, the
that has been inserted into a non-selected slot cannot be accessed. highest-priority slot (CF Microdrive) again becomes the active slot.
Connection to computer (Macintosh) Cards can be removed from non-selected slots in any order.
Only the card in the active slot can be mounted on the desktop. A card that
has been inserted into a non-selected slot cannot be mounted on the desktop. Example: If a memory stick and CF card are inserted while SmartMedia is
selected, CF becomes selected (active) once SmartMedia is
removed.
1.4 Memory Card Print PRINT Image Framer (P.I.F.) definition file (*.FD2)
File to define the layout in accordance with the PRINT Image Framer
specifications. All files in the memory card are targeted for search.
1.4.1 Basic Specifications Compatible with Print Image Framer Rev 3.1.
File contents are divided into complete type and template type.
1.4.1.1 File system Template type: The frame only on which image data is printed is specified.
DCF Version 1.0 or 2.0 is the file system that can be used with this units stand-alone Provides nearly identical functions as those supported with
printing functions. Operation is not guaranteed when any other file system is used. the current P.I.F. Rev.3.1.
The file system used by the card reader function depends on the hosts specifications. Complete type: Print layout information, image data and frame data is
For a detailed description of the DCF specifications, see the Design Rule for Camera contained in one package. Printing is performed using this file
File System Standard, DCF Version 2.0, JEIDA-CP-3461. only without specifying photos.
1.4.1.2 Media format Note: As a general rule, this unit will support up to level 1 of P.I.F. Rev.3.1
Media must be formatted according to the DCF Version 1.0 or 2.0 standard. Note, however, any file that is saved in the following directories or their sub-directories
DOS FAT formats (FAT12, FAT16) and single partition (basic partition) cannot be included as files to be printed.
Directories containing system properties or hidden properties
1.4.1.3 File formats
RECYCLED
The file formats supported by this unit are described below. Windows directory for deleted files
JPEG files (*.JPG) PREVIEW
These are photo data files that comply with the Exif Version 2.21 standard. (Exif Directories containing CASIOs DSC thumbnail images
version 1.0/2.0/2.1/2.2/2.21)
SCENE
Camera specification files (*.MRK) Directories containing data for CASIOs DSC Best Shot function
These are definition files used when in camera specification mode. An
AUTOPRINT.MRK file whose full path name is no longer than 32 characters is MSSONY
valid. Directories containing SONYs DSC e-mail image data, voice memos, video files,
or non-compressed images
PRINT Image Framer (P.I.F.) definition file (*.USD)
File to define the layout in accordance with the PRINT Image Framer DCIMALBUMIMAGE
specifications. Files only in the EPUDL directory are available. Compatible CASIO DSC album data save directory
with Print Image Framer Rev.2.1.
1.4.1.4 Valid image size
The maximum image size handled by this unit is:
Horizontal: 80 X 9200 (pixels)
Vertical: 80 Y 9200 (pixels)
1.4.1.5 Maximum number of photo data files 1.4.1.9 Rules for acquisition of date/time data
This unit can handle up to 999 photo data files. If the amount of photo data to be The following priorities are used to fetch date and time information from photo data
recorded exceeds the capacity of one memory card, this unit uses file sorting rules to files.
sort the photo data into valid photo data in frames numbered from 1 to 999. Although it
1. Date/time data that complies with the standard format (Exif) for digital
is possible to print photo data files with frame numbers over 999 that have been
cameras
specified for printing by camera specification files, the maximum number of frames
2. Date/time data that complies with the DOS standard file system (file time
that can be specified is 999 frames.
stamps)
If you insert a memory card that contains over 999 photo data files, only files up to 999
will be printed by the Print All or Print index sheet functions. 3. Fixed values (01/01/1980, 00:00:00)
Note that the date/time data assigned to individual photo data files does not necessarily
1.4.1.6 Thumbnail image data match the date/time when the photo was actually taken. The photo date/time may be
This unit handles thumbnail image data in the DCF Version 1.0 or 2.0 format (Exif modified due to the digital cameras calendar settings (presence/absence of functions,
format, 160 x 120 pixels). incorrect date/time settings, etc.), processing of the photo data after the photo was
During this units Index sheet and memory card printing modes, the layout is 80 taken, or subsequent saving of data. In such cases, this unit performs the relevant
thumbnails per sheet (when using plain paper or special paper in high-speed print processing based on the most recently modified date/time data.
mode).
1.4.1.10 Number of sheets which can be printed in total
1.4.1.7 File sorting Printing sum total number of sheets presupposes that it is possible to 999 sheets.
This unit stores all photo data files in the memory, using the photo data files full-path Moreover, the printing sum total number of sheets per sheet is possible to 99 sheets.
file names (for example, DCIM100EPSONEPSN0000.JPG), and assigned photo
frame numbers. Since photo frame numbers are assigned based on this units own
proprietary file sorting rules, the assigned frame numbers do not necessarily match
those indicated by digital cameras.
Note: Sorting results are not guaranteed if two files have matching full-
path file names. (Matching full-path file names are not allowed
under the DOS specification.)
1.4.2 Functions
1.4.2.1 List of functions
The memory card print menu and its settings are listed in the following table. The
values shown in this table indicate the total number of options and the number of pages
or copies that can be printed consecutively.
Note *1: Print selected image will be selected as default function of Memory Card Print.
*2: It is available only DPOF file exists in the memory card.
1.4.2.2 Memory card printing mode Table 1-14. Memory card printing mode
Print selected image Setting Memory card printing mode Description Option, setting range, etc.
This function prints selected image file stored in the memory card. As shown
Layout Print selected image Sets print Fixed in combination with paper type
below, the number of printed pages depends on the number of copies to be printed. (no menu) Print all images layout and paper size (refer to 1.4.3 Layout
Print all images DPOF printing and Paper Type, Paper Size (p.25))
This function prints all of the image files stored in the memory card. As shown
Paper type Print selected image Sets paper Plain Paper, Photo Paper or Matte
below, the number of printed pages depends on the number of copies to be printed. type paper
Print all images
DPOF printing DPOF printing
In this mode, the photo frame numbers previously specified via the camera are
Print index sheet printing Fixed Plain Paper
printed in the number of pages specified via the camera. Only the paper type and
layout are specified on the printer side. If the layout assigned multiple photos per Paper size Print selected image Sets paper A4, 10x15/4x6 or 13x18/5x7
output sheet, photos that have different frame sizes are automatically assigned in Print all images size
the specified number of pages in numerical order (of the specified photo frame DPOF printing
numbers). If index print mode was set via the camera, this unit will print in DPOF Print index sheet printing Fixed A4
index layout. (When in DPOF print mode, the mode cannot be switched by writing
Pages/ Print selected image Sets number 1 to 99 copies (default is 1 copy).
the print file specification from the host after inserting the memory card.)
copies of printout
Print all images 1
Print index sheet printing
This function prints thumbnail images (stored in the memory card) onto an order DPOF printing The number of copies specified via
sheet (form) that is marked for selecting images. the camera is used.
The setting range is 1 to 99 copies
(default is 1 copy).
Print index sheet printing Fixed Fixed as 1 page (can vary according
to the number of image files)
Quality Print selected image Sets print Fixed according to paper type (refer
Print all images quality to 1.4.7 Relation between Paper
DPOF printing Type and Quality (p.29))
Print index sheet printing Fixed Prints it by the quality of Plain Paper.
Only the Color print is
supported.
1.4.3 Layout and Paper Type, Paper Size 1.4.4 Trimming Function
The layout/paper type and size combinations that can be selected are listed below. A trimming function is provided as a means of coordinating photo data with the types
of photo frames handled by this unit. This function is always activated so that printing
Table 1-15. Layout and Paper Type, Paper Size photo data is in shapes that fit these photo frames.
Layout Paper type Paper size Description This function is described briefly below.
The printed photo frame and the photo to be printed are matched in length along one
Border free Photo Paper A4 Prints with no margins along top, bottom and both
10x15 sides side and the photo is resized along the perpendicular side to fit the frame on that side.
13x18 Any part of the photo that does not fit within the photo frame is trimmed away (not
printed).
1-up with Plain Paper A4 Prints with 3mm margins along top, bottom and
borders 10x15 both sides The image below shows an example in which the photo data is aligned vertically
13x18 with the photo frame.
20-up --- 10x15 Prints 20 frames per page, laid out in 5 columns and
13x18 4 rows (For DPOF index print only)
30-up --- 13x18 Prints 30 frames per page, laid out in 5 columns and
4 rows (For DPOF index print only) These parts are Photo frame
trimmed. (print area)
80-up --- 10x15 Prints 80 frames per page, laid out in 10 columns
13x18 and 8 rows (For DPOF index print only)
The image below shows an example in which the photo data is aligned
horizontally with the photo frame.
Photo frame
(print area)
<20-up> <30-up>
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48
49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56
57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64
65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72
73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80
<80-up>
Figure 1-10. Assignment Rules for Photo Frame Numbers and Rotation
Printable
area
D B B D
Paper Printable area
H H
B L B
J
J
D D
H
H I I I C I C
F
D
Q E C
Figure 1-15. 80-up
Table 1-20. 80-up (unit: mm)
Paper
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q
type
A4 210 297 20 20 2 5 18 62 106 150 18 26 76 126 176 226 26
1.5 USB Direct-Print/PictBridge Functions Table 1-22. Functions Available from DSC
Function USB Direct-Print Functions PictBridge Functions
The printer can print from Digital Still Camera that is compliant with the following PRINT Image Framer OK
specifications. ---
(Enable or Disable)
Status acquisition OK
1.5.1 Supported Device Start print OK
USB DIRECT-PRINT Stop print immediately OK
The device that is compliant with USB DIRECT-PRINT specification.
Stop print at the end of page OK
CIPA DC-001-2003 Digital Photo Solutions for Imaging Device
Reset printer OK ---
The device that is compliant with CIPA DC-001-2003 Digital Photo Solutions for
Imaging Devices specification.
1.5.3 Operation
1.5.2 Functions Available from DSC
Following functions are available. 1.5.3.1 Preparation
Implementation of each function depends on the DSC.
Conditions described below are required before starting printing.
Table 1-22. Functions Available from DSC
The printer is not printing from the PC.
Function USB Direct-Print Functions PictBridge Functions
The printer is not printing from the memory card slot.
Specify picture OK OK
(single picture or DPOF) (single picture, multiple pictures The printer is not performing the backup of the memory card.*
or DPOF)
The error (paper empty, ink end, etc.) is cleared.
Specify paper type OK OK
(Plain paper, Photo paper, (Plain paper and Glossy paper) Note *: PictBridge only.
Glossy paper and Matte paper)
Specify paper size OK 1.5.3.2 Standard Operations
(A4, 5x7in., 4x6in., 8x10in. and Letter)
Standard operations are described below. These operations depends on the DSC.
Specify layout OK OK
(borderless, Single. 2up, 4up, (borderless, Single, 2up, 4up, 1. Preparation at the printer
8up are available for DPOF) 8up, 20up and Index) Some settings are required before connecting with the DSC. If your DSC can set
Specify date print OK these settings, preparation at the printer is not required.
OK
(Enable or Disable)
1-1. Choose the Paper Type, Paper Size and Layout to the desired setting.
Specify print quality NG OK
1-2. Change More Options if necessary (e.g. Automatic Correction, Filter and
Automatic correction OK Date print)
NG
(Enable or Disable)
2. Preparation at the DSC
Cropping OK OK
(Any area of rectangle. This (Any area of rectangle) Some operations are necessary before connecting to the printer.
function is available for Single 2-1. Set the DPOF (or select pictures*) if printing multiple picture.
picture print only)
2-2. Choose the picture when Single picture print and set area to crop if 1.5.3.6 Exclusive Control Specifications for Paper Type, Size, and
necessary. Layout
2-3. Choose the Paper Type, Paper Size, Quality and Layout if these settings can
be specified from DSC. Depending upon the DSC and printer settings, there may be some combinations of
paper type, size, and layout settings that are not supported by this printer.
Note *: PictBridge only. In such a case, the paper type is given priority; paper size and layout are changed to
3. Start printing settings that will allow printing (the initial settings made on the printers operation
panel for the paper type given priority) and the document is printed.
3-1. Connect the DSC to the printer with a USB cable. The cable that works well
with the DSC is recommended. 1.5.3.7 Camera direct error executing other processing (error)
3-2. Start print by operating form the DSC.
3-3. The Printer print by printing conditions from DSC, if the DSC dose not When unsupport equipment are connected during the other processing is executed
designate the printing parameter, the printer prints it by using the printing (error), the camera direct error is displayed after other processing execution (error).
condition that is registered to the printer.*2 When the unsupport equipment is connected and other processing ends, it doesn't
become a camera direct mode and the camera direct error is not displayed.
When this unit is connected to a DSC that supports the USB DIRECT-PRINT protocol
(Revision 1.0), print settings, image selection, status monitoring, and print start/stop
commands can be controlled from the DSC.*1
Note *1: USB Direct-Print only.
*2: PictBridge only.
The control panel contains following 11 buttons, which are used to set and execute Table 1-24.
various operations. LED Function
All of them are non-lock type buttons.
Power LED [Green] Light at stand-by. Blink while some operation is proceeding.
Table 1-23. Buttons Mode LED 1-3 Light one of them while some memory card print function
Button Function showing below is ready or proceeding.
Power Button Execute turning on/off this unit. 1st [Green] Print Select
Mode Button Selects one of memory card print mode. 2nd [Green] Print All/PictBridge
Setup/Utilities Button Make transition from Memory Card mode to Setup mode. 3rd [Green] Print Index Sheet
Up/Down Button sets number of copies. Paper Type LED 1-3 Light one of them showing which paper type below is selected.
Paper Type Button Select paper type. 2nd [Green] Photo Paper
Paper Size Button Select paper size. 3rd [Green] Matte paper
Start Button Start card print. Paper Size LED 1-3 Light one of them showing which paper size below is selected.
Stop/Clear Button Stop job of printing or sometimes work at the printing. 1st [Green] A4
Clear the setting value at the non-printing 2nd [Green] 10x15/4"x6"
Refer to 1.6.5.1 Memory card mode/Setup mode/DSC direct mode (p.35) for details 3rd [Green] 13x18/5"x7"
about each button. 1.5inch LCD Display photo, print number, error, setting, etc.
Card Access LED [Green]* Light when available memory card is in a slot. Blink when
accessing to the card.
Note *: An another LED is located near the memory card slot and the printer status is
indicated with the LED.
Start Button
Setup/Utilities Button
Mode Button Left/Right Button Paper Size LED 1-3 Paper Size Button
If a memory card is not inserted at power-on, Memory card mode is selected in default
configuration.
Note *1: It is possible to enter respective modes by pressing the button with the same
name as each mode.
*2: This unit moves to a DSC direct mode after a device is confirmed for DSC direct,
when a device is connected to EXT. I/F (USB Host).
Refer to 1.6.5.1 Memory card mode/Setup mode/DSC direct mode (p.35) for details
about DSC direct mode.
1.6.5 Operations
1.6.5.1 Memory card mode/Setup mode/DSC direct mode
The functions of this unit caused by each button in stand-alone copy mode or memory card print mode are described in the following table.
Invalid while cleaning head and exchanging I/C. Stop job of printing.
Clear some of error status. Eject paper when paper exists or may exist in the paper path.
Invalid while cleaning head and exchanging I/C.
Clear some of error status.
Note *1: Start print by operating form the DSC
Start job of printing by conditions from DSC, if the DSC dose not designate the printing parameter, the printer prints it by using the printing condition that is registered to the printer.
Invalid while printing, cleaning head, stopping printing, exchanging I/C, or in ink out error, or without A4 is selected.
Move to PG error status when platen gap is large.
*2: Start print by operating form the DSC
Not copying or printing situation
Invalid.
Copying or printing situation
Stop job of printing.
Eject paper when paper exists or may exist in the paper path.
Invalid while cleaning head and exchanging I/C.
Clear some of error status.
1.6.5.3 Connection/Removal of DSC Recovery from low Recall the panel status as that before moving to low power panel mode.
power mode Inserting or ejecting of memory card or accessing it by PC has no effect
Table 1-28. Connection/Removal of DSC
on low power mode.
Action Function
Connect the This unit moves to a DSC direct mode after a device is confirmed for DSC
1.6.5.5 Paper Thickness Lever Function
DSC to this unit direct, when a device is connected to EXT. I/F (USB Host). It wont move to Paper thickness lever is wrong position, the printer displays PG position warning.
by USB cable DSC direct mode when it shows general printing mode or error. It moves to
DSC direct mode when it finished printing or error status has been resolved. Table 1-30. Paper Thickness Lever Function
(Errors that is related with memory card, order sheet or PG will be
automatically canceled and it moves to DSC direct mode. Ink-low status will Paper thickness
Function
be also ignored.). lever status
Camera Connected icon will be displayed with LCD and Change to Print PG open Paper thickness lever was changed or this image icon will be
Select when connection was confirmed, not when it moves to DSC direct (H to L) displayed with LCD.
mode. If the DSC direct device was connected to EXT I/F and any error has
PG close Paper thickness lever was changed or this image icon will be
occurred on confirmation, it shows DSC direct error.
(L to H) displayed with LCD.
If this unit was on power save mode and DSC direct device was connected,
Clear the PG error and print job suspended by PG error when the Paper
this unit will be back to usual status and then it confirms connection.
thickness lever is changed to L: Cut sheet position in the PG error
Remove the This unit moves to Memory card print mode and select and light Print status.
DSC from this Select when condition where device recognition was carried out normally
unit for DSC direct.
During the printing from a device for DSC direct, this unit stops a printing
and moves to Memory card print mode and select and light Print Select.
When this unit is displaying DSC direct error, this unit cancel it error. And
this unit returns it in condition of before connection.
Mode LED Paper Type LED Paper Size LED Card Access
Printer status Power LED
1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 LED
Power on (Initializing operation) Blink --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
Power on (Data Processing) Blink --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
Power off (Power-off in progress) Fast blink Off Off Off Off Off Off Off Off Off ---
Memory card mode (Print All/DPOF) --- Blink --- --- Selected type is On Selected type is On ---
Memory card mode (Print select) --- --- Blink --- Selected type is On Selected type is On ---
Memory card mode (Print index sheet) --- --- --- Blink Blink --- --- Blink --- --- ---
Setup mode --- Off Off Off Blink --- --- Blink --- --- ---
DSC direct mode --- --- --- --- Selected type is On Selected type is On ---
Mode LED Paper Type LED Paper Size LED Card Access
Printer status Power LED
1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 LED
Memory card mode (Print All/DPOF) Blink Blink --- --- Selected type is On Selected type is On ---
Memory card mode (Print select) Blink --- Blink --- Selected type is On Selected type is On ---
Memory card mode (Print index sheet) Blink --- --- Blink Blink --- --- Blink --- --- ---
DSC direct mode Blink Off Off Off Selected type is On Selected type is On ---
Printing by a computer Blink --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
Reading a memory card is in progress Blink --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- Blink
Ink sequence processing Blink --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
Receiving setting clear request --- --- --- --- On (1sec.) On (1sec.) On (1sec.) On (1sec.) On (1sec.) On (1sec.) ---
Check ink nozzles, Clean print head, --- Off Off Off Blink --- --- Blink --- --- ---
Align print head
Indicators (Other)
Mode LED Paper Type LED Paper Size LED Card Access
Printer status Power LED
1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 LED
No memory card --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- Off
Memory card processing --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- Blink
Reading memory card --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- Blink 2
Power on (Initializing operation) On Off Off Off Off Off Off Off Off Off ---
LCD
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OPERATING PRINCIPLES
EPSON Stylus Photo R240/R245/R250 Revision B
This section describes the operating principles of the Printer Mechanism, Mechanism
and Electrical Circuit Boards.
Main Board
C606 Main Board PG Sensor
CR Motor
Power Supply Board PF Roller
2.2.2 Print Head The basic operating principles of the Print Head, which plays a major role in printing,
are the same as the previous printer; on-demand method which uses PZT (Piezo
The Print Head is the same D4-CHIPS type, and makes it possible to perform economy Electric Element). In order to uniform the ejected ink amount, the Print Head has its
dot printing and variable dot printing. own Head ID (13-digits code for this Print Head for Stylus Photo R240/R245/R250)
The Print Head nozzle configuration is as follows. which adjusts PZT voltage drive features.
So, you are required to store the Head ID pasted on the Print Head into the EEPROM
Nozzle layout
by using the Adjustment Program when replacing the Print Head, the Main Board Unit,
Black: 90 nozzles x 1 row the Printer Mechanism with new one. (Note: there are no resistor arrays to determine
the Head ID on the Main Board.) And then, based on the stored Head ID into the
Color: 90 nozzles x 3 row/color (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)
EEPROM, the Main Board generates appropriate PZT drive voltage.
The nozzle layout when viewed from the back surface of the Print Head is shown
below. Following explains the basic components for the Print Head.
PZT
2.822 8.467 2.822 PZT is an abbreviation of Piezo Electric Element. Based on the drive waveform
(1/360inch)
(2/360inch)
(40/360inch) (120/360inch) (40/360inch) generated on the Main Board, the PZT selected by the nozzle selector IC on the
0.07055
0.1411
Print Head pushes the top of the ink cavity, which has ink stored, to eject the ink
#D90 from each nozzle on the nozzle plate.
#B90 #C90
#A90 Electric poles for CSIC
#A89 #B89 #C89 #D89
Paper Feed Direction
#A88 #B88 #C88 #D88 This Electric Poles connects the CSIC chip mounted on the Ink Cartridge. By
using this poles, current ink consumption amount data is red out from the CSIC
chip. And, the latest ink consumption amount data is written into the CSIC chip.
(3/360inch)
A row B row C row D row
0.2117
#D3 Nozzle Plate
#C3
#A3 #B3
#C2
#D2 The plate with nozzle holes on the Print Head surface is called Nozzle Plate.
#A2 #B2
#C1
#A1 #B1 #D1 Filter
Cyan Magenta Yellow Black When the Ink Cartridge is installed, if any dirt or dust around the cartridge needle
is absorbed into the Print Head, there is a great possibility of causing nozzle clog
and disturbance of ink flow, and alignment failure and dot missing finally. To
Carriage Moving Direction prevent this problem, a filter is set under the cartridge needle.
Figure 2-2. Nozzle Layout
The Print Head has the Electric Poles (CSIC Connectors) to store the ink consumption
amount data into the CSIC chip mounted on the Ink Cartridge. By storing the ink
consumption amount data, this printer can detect the ink consumption status, such as
Ink Low/Out condition.
Ink Cavity
The ink absorbed from the Ink Cartridge goes through the filter and then is stored Ink path PZT Ink cavity
temporarily in this tank called ink cavity until PZT is driven.
Normal state
Electric poles for CSIC
2.2.3.1 Carriage Mechanism The above control and sequences correct the drive current value of the CR Motor
according to not only the mechanical load but also the variations of the motor and like.
The following DC motor controls the CR Mechanism on this printer. In addition, the resultant CR drive current value is used to calculate a heating value,
and when the specified heating value is reached, wait time is provided per CR path for
Table 2-1. CR Motor Specification
printing.
Items Specifications
CR Motor CR Scale PW Sensor CR Encoder Sensor
Type DC motor with brushes
Drive Voltage 42V (DC) 5% (voltage applied to driver)
Armature resistance 29.1 10% (per phase at 25 degrees)
Inductance 20.1mH 25% (1KH 1Vrms)
Drive Method PWM, constant-current chopping
Driver IC A6627
Close loop control based on the CR Motor (DC Motor) and CR Encoder has
advantages in stabilized print quality.
Heat generation control
Using low-cost DC motors, this product grasps the variations of the torque
constants, coil resistances and power supply voltages of the individual DC motors
adequately to carry out heat generation control according to individual differences.
CR variation measurement sequence
The variations of the torque constant, coil resistance and power supply voltage of Timing Belt Carriage Guide Shaft Carriage Unit
the motor are measured in a CR variation measurement sequence when the CR Figure 2-5. Carriage Mechanism
mechanical load is in the initial status and saved into the EEPROM. According to
the variations (individual differences) measured in this sequence, the voltage is
corrected to make the drive current value constant (without an individual
difference).
2.2.3.2 Carriage Home Position Detection 2.2.3.3 Sequence Used for PW Detection
Like other conventional models, the carriage home position is detected using the CR The PW (paper width detection) Sensor installed on the Carriage Unit bottom is used to
Motor drive current and the CR Encoder speed/position signals. Fundamental home control the printer according to various sequences.
position detection sequence is described below.
The following briefly describes the PW Sensor operating principle.
1. Current position temporary detection sequence determines if the carriage is in the
carriage lock position and releases the carriage if it is locked. A dark voltage is measured by the PW Sensor in three places on the right end plane
(area without the absorber) of the Front Paper Guide every time power is switched on,
2. The carriage is moved to the left frame hit position and the carriage motor is and the measurement values are saved into the EEPROM as threshold values.
stopped.
Threshold value > detection voltage: Paper present
3. The position that is specified steps right from the stopping place is defined as an
Threshold value < detection voltage: Paper absent
origin, and from that time, positional information is monitored by the linear
encoder. The following sequences are performed.
If the positional information could not be gained during detecting carriage home Paper Left/Right Edge Detection Control
position due to the following causes, fatal error occurs. Before start of printing (immediately after the end of paper locating), or during
printing, whether paper is present or not is detected to prevent off-paper printing
Obstructions on the carriage path or other factors are giving too much pressure on
on the Paper Guide by borderless printing used in a wrong way.
the CR motor.
Paper Top Edge Detection Control
CR Encoder failure, CR Scale defect, etc.
Detects paper leading edge at start of printing. Also sets the amount of extension
for the paper leading edge during borderless printing.
Paper Bottom Edge Detection Control
Sets the amount of extension for the paper trailing edge during printing.
2.2.4 Paper Loading/Feeding Mechanism The drive of the PF Motor is transmitted to the LD Roller Shaft and the PF Roller
through gears for the Paper loading/feeding mechanism. The Paper loading mechanism
The following DC motor controls the Paper loading/feeding mechanism on this printer. plays a role in loading a paper from the ASF Unit to the PF Roller. And also, the Paper
feeding mechanism plays a role in feeding a paper loaded from the ASF Unit. The
Table 2-2. PF Motor Specifications functions of the Paper loading/feeding mechanism varies depending on the rotational
Item Description direction of the PF Motor as the table below.
Motor type DC motor with brushes Table 2-3. ASF Unit Function & PF Motor Rotational Direction
Drive voltage 42V (DC) 5% (voltage applied to driver) Directions * Corresponding functions
Armature resistance 27.5 10% (per phase at 25 degrees) Clockwise Pick up and feed a paper
Inductance 21.4mH 25% (1KH 1Vrms) Set the Change Lever on the Clutch mechanism
Driving method PWM, constant-current chopping Counterclockwise Release the Change Lever from the Clutch mechanism
Driver IC A6627
Note *: The PF Motor pinion gear rotation direction = seen from the left side of the printer.
Following shows you the transmission path of the PF Motor drive to the LD Roller, the
PF Roller and the EJ Roller.
(The numbers in the following figure show you the order of transmission path.)
1 2 4 6
2 5 PE Sensor Paper
3 Lever
4
3 Low signal High signal
PF Motor Spur Gear 36
pinion gear (EJ Roller)
Combination Spur Gear 16
Spur Gear 32.4 Gear 21.24 (Change Lever)
(PF Roller) EJ Roller PF Roller Spur Gear 27.2
Note : The Clutch gear is molded on the backside of the Spur Gear 36.8 such as Combination gear.
For your reference, the top or the end of a paper is usually detected with the PE Sensor. 2.2.4.1 Paper Loading Mechanism
In case that the PE Sensor cannot detect the top of a paper in the paper loading
sequence, the printer indicates the Paper Out error. If the PE Sensor cannot detect the The Paper loading mechanism consists of the Change Lever in the Pump Unit, the
end of a paper in the paper feeding sequence, the printer indicates the Paper Jam Holder Shaft Unit (including the Clutch mechanism) and the ASF Unit.
error. As for the details, refer to Chapter 3 Troubleshooting (p.60). The Change Lever and the Clutch mechanism play a major role in the Paper loading
mechanism as follows.
During paper loading, paper is transported from the ASF Unit into the printer by the
rotation of the 2 cams of the LD Roller.
Cam (Large): Hopper release
Cam (Small): Paper Back Lever release
When 1 page paper is loaded, the cams mentioned above prepare the Hopper and Paper
Back Lever for the next paper loading operation, and the remaining paper is returned to
the standby position.
Figure 2-7 (p.49) and Figure 2-8 (p.50) show you the ASF paper loading sequence and
the operation of each mechanism.
2.2.4.2 Paper Feeding Mechanism Following figure shows you the transmission path for the PF Roller & the Paper Guide
Roller and the EJ Roller & the Star Wheel.
The Paper feeding mechanism consists of PF Motor, PF Roller, EJ Roller, PE Sensor,
PF Encoder Sensor and PF Scale etc. The Paper feeding mechanism feeds a paper The top of a paper is loaded to the PF Roller from the ASF Unit in the paper loading
loaded from ASF Unit by using pairs of rollers. sequence. And then, when the PF Motor pinion gear rotates CW direction (left side
view), a paper is fed by the PF Roller & the Paper Guide Roller and the EJ Roller & the
1. One pair is the PF Roller and the Paper Guide Roller which is assembled in the Star Wheel in the printing operation & the paper feed sequence.
Paper Guide Upper Unit. The drive of the PF Motor is transmitted to the Paper
Guide Roller through the PF Roller.
2. Another pair is the EJ Roller and the Star Wheel which is assembled on the EJ
Frame Unit. The drive of the PF Motor is transmitted to the Star Wheel through the
EJ Roller.
PF Motor
Spur Gear 30.8 Paper Guide Roller
PF Encoder Sensor Spur Gear 30.8
Star Wheel
When the Carriage Unit moves to the Step 3 Step 4 When the wiping operation is
left side from the Wiper setting Protrusion of the Carriage Unit finished and the Carriage unit
position, the Cap Unit is pulled back moves further to the left side,
by the tension force of the Extension the hook of the Carriage unit
Spring 0.788. hits to the Slider Lock Lever.
In this time, the Cap Unit is In this time, the Slider Lock
automatically set to the wiping Lever is released and the Cap
position because the hook on the slider returns to the bottom
Slider Lock Lever is latched to dent position completely.
of the Cap Frame. And, the wiping (The broken line is the
Latched Released
operation is performed according to position of the Carriage Unit
Wiping position Released position (Bottom position)
the Carriage Unit movement. & the Slider Lock Lever just
before being released.)
Note *: The PF Motor rotational direction = seen from the left side of the printer.
Note : The PF Motor rotational direction = seen from the right side of the printer.
Figure 2-11. Pump Mechanism
Left side view Right side view
Pump Unit
Transmission Path: PF Motor pinion gear (CW) Spur Gear 30.8 (CCW) Spur Gear 32.4 (PF Roller) (CW) Spur Gear 13.5 (PF Roller) (CW)
Combination Gear 21.24 (CCW) Spur Gear 27.2 (Pump Unit gear) (CW)
(Above transmission pass = seen from the right side of the printer)
NOTE: CPU and ASIC is integrated as one chip (IC8) on the Main Board. Sensors
C606
This section provides operating principles of C606 Main Board and C610 PSB/PSE Main Board
Board. Refer to Figure 2-13 (p.56) for the major connection of the each boards and
their roles.
Memory Card
AC voltage input from AC inlet first goes through filter circuit that removes high
frequency components and is then converted to DC voltage via the rectifier circuit and
the smoothing circuit. DC voltage is then lead to the switching circuit and FET Q1
preforms the switching operation. By the switching operation of the primary circuit,
+42VDC is generated and stabilized at the secondary circuit.z
USB Interface control circuit Table 2-8 (p.58) shows the function of the each main elements on C606 Main Board.
Sensor circuit Table 2-8. Main Elements
Combination circuit (RTC circuit, Reset circuit, EEPROM circuit) IC Location Function
The printer mechanism is controlled by the above circuits. Following explains the 16Mbit
Flash ROM IC1
major characteristics of this Main Board. Firmware storage
Adoption of 3.3V/1.5V drive logic circuit components SDRAM IC2 Bus= 16 bit, 256Mbit DRAM
The 5V formed by the Combination Motor Driver (IC5) of C606 Main Board is EEPROM
stepped down to 3.3V by the Regulator (IC6), and it is then used as drive voltage Default settings, backup for all parameters
RTC IC4
for many elements. In addition, when the printer shifts to low power mode, the Reset function
3.3V that was stepped down by the Regulator (IC6) is stepped down to 1.5V by the Timer function
Combination Motor Driver (IC5) and elements that had been driven by 3.3V are
CR/PF motor drive IC
driven by 1.5V for suppression of power consumption.
Motor Driver IC5 Dropping 42V line to 5V
Dropping 3.3V line to 1.5V
Regulator IC6 Dropping 5V line to 3.3V
Head drive control HIC
Common Driver IC7
Generates head common voltage.
CPU mounted on the MAIN board is driven by clock
CPU-ASIC IC8 frequency 48 MHz, 96MHz and controls the printer and
SDRAM.
Card ASIC IC9 Control the Memory Card slot.
Data Motor
Card Slot Driver CN9 PF Motor
(CN15) Address (IC5)
SDRAM
(IC2)
CPU-ASIC 2 in 1
(IC8)
RTC
(IC4) CN19 PF Encoder Sensor
CN3 PE Sensor
USB
(CN2)
Head CN5
Driver Q3, Q4 Print Head
(IC7) CN6
USB I/F Board CN16
CN7
CR Encoder Sensor
C610 PSB/PSE Board CN1
PW Sensor
CSIC Board
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PG Sensor CN4 Pin 1 and 2 Less than 0.4V Off: PG normal Memory card error I-10 Memory card is not inserted.
(No memory card)
More than 2.4V On: PG large
Unable cleaning error E-50 Unable head cleaning Table 3-12.
Communication error --- This error is detected when the printer Table 3-13.
cannot communicate with the PC
correctly.
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3.3 Troubleshooting
You can identify the troubles by using the checklist in this section after confirming the LCD indication on the printer. If you connect the printer to your PC and see an error message
on the STM3, you can short the total repair time. And, when you find out the defective parts, replace them by referring the Chapter 4 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY (p.83).
The following tables describe the error check points.
Table 3-2. Check point for the Fatal error according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Power on When turning on the power, the CR CR Motor 1. Check if the CR Motor Connector Cable is connected to 1. Connect the CR Motor Connector Cable to
Anywhere Motor does not operate at all. CN8 on the Main Board. CN8 on the Main Board.
Main Board
CN8
2. Check if the CR Motor Connector Cable is not damaged. 2. Replace the CR Motor with a new one.
3. Check if the CR Motor operates. 3. Replace the CR Motor with a new one.
When turning on the power, the PF Motor PF Motor 1. Check if the PF Motor Connector Cable is connected to 1. Connect the PF Motor Connector Cable to
does not operate at all. CN9 on the Main Board. CN9 on the Main Board.
CN9
Main Board
2. Check if the PF Motor Connector Cable is not damaged. 2. Replace the PF Motor with a new one.
3. Check if the PF Motor operates. 3. Replace the PF Motor with a new one.
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Table 3-2. Check point for the Fatal error according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Power on When turning on the power, the Carriage PF Motor 1. Check if the PF Motor Connector Cable is connected to 1. Connect the PF Motor Connector Cable to
Anywhere Unit collides to the Change Lever located CN9 on the Main Board. CN9 on the Main Board.
to the front side of the printer. 2. Check if the PF Motor Connector Cable is not damaged. 2. Replace the PF Motor with a new one.
3. Check if the PF Motor operates. 3. Replace the PF Motor with a new one.
Ink System Unit 1. Check if the Compression Spring 2.36 does not come off in 1. Replace the Ink System Unit with a new one.
the Change Lever.
Change Lever
The Carriage Unit collides with the Guide Paper Guide 1. Check if the Paper Guide Upper Unit is correctly 1. Reassemble the Paper Guide Upper Unit to the
Upper Unit when power is turned on. Upper Unit assembled. Main Frame correctly.
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Table 3-2. Check point for the Fatal error according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Power on When turning on the power, the Carriage CR Scale 1. Check if the CR Scale does not come off or it properly 1. Reassemble the CR Scale correctly.
Anywhere Unit collides to the right side of the Main passes through the slit of the CR Encoder Board.
Frame.
Slit of the CR
Encoder Board
2. Check if the CR Scale is not damaged or contaminated. 2. Replace the CR Scale with a new one or clean
it completely.
CR Scale
CR Encoder Board 1. Check if the Encoder FFC is connected to the CR Encoder 1. Connect the Encoder FFC to the CR Encoder
Board. Board.
2. Check if the Encoder FFC is not damaged. 2. Replace the Encoder FFC with a new one.
3. Check if the CR Encoder Board is not damaged. 3. Replace the CR Encoder Board with a new
one.
* If this does not solve the problem, replace the
Main Board with a new one.
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Table 3-2. Check point for the Fatal error according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Power on The eject rollers are rotating at high speed PF Scale/ 1. Check if the PF Scale is not damaged or contaminated. 1. Replace the PF Scale with a new one.
Anywhere when power is turned on. (For about 1 Main Board Unit
cycle.)
PF Encoder Sensor
PF Scale
2. Check if the PF Encoder Sensor is not damaged. 2. Replace the Main Board Unit with a new one.
Operation The paper feeding sequence is performed Holder Shaft Unit 1. Check if the PE Sensor Connector Cable is connected to 1. Connect the PE Sensor Connector Cable to
Anywhere without loading a paper in the paper CN3 on the Main Board. CN3 on the Main Board.
loading sequence.
PE Sensor Connector Cable
Main Board
CN3
2. Check if the PE Sensor Connector Cable is not damaged. 2. Replace the PE Sensor with a new one.
3. Check if the PE Sensor is not damaged. 3. Replace the PE Sensor with a new one.
The Carriage Unit climbs over the Slider Ink System Unit 1. Check if the Slider Lock Lever is correctly released by the 1. Replace the Ink system Unit with a new one.
Lock Lever set to the wiping position and CR movement.
the Carriage Unit collides to its lever.
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Table 3-3. Check point for the Maintenance request according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Operation An error is indicated on the LCD. Waste ink pads 1. Check if the Waste Ink Pads is saturated. 1. .Change the Waste Ink Pads and initialize the
--- Waste Ink Pad Counter.Refer to Chapter 5
ADJUSTMENT (p.127).
Table 3-4. Check point for the paper jam error according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Operation The paper feeding sequence is performed ASF Unit 1. Check if the ASF Unit is properly installed. 1. Install the ASF Unit properly.
Outside HP without loading paper in the paper 2. Check if the Paper Back Lever operates correctly in the 2. Set the Torsion Spring 6.45 between the ASF
loading sequence. paper loading sequence. Frame and the Paper Back Lever.
Holder Shaft Unit 1. Check if the Torsion Spring 0.22 is properly installed. 1. Set the Torsion Spring 0.22 between the
Holder Shaft and the PE Sensor Lever.
PE Sensor
Torsion
Spring 0.22
PE Sensor Lever
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Table 3-4. Check point for the paper jam error according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Operation Paper is being resent during paper feeding ASF Unit 1. Check if the Extension Spring Retard operates correctly in 1. Set the Extension Spring Retard between the
Outside HP operation. the paper loading sequence. Retard Roller Unit and the ASF Frame.
When turning on the power, the Carriage Holder Shaft Unit 1. Check if the Torsion Spring 0.22 is properly installed. 1. Set the Torsion Spring 0.22 between the
Unit move to the home position correctly. Holder Shaft and the PE Sensor Lever.
But, the paper feeding sequence is
performed without loading paper in the
paper loading sequence.
Operation The leading edge of paper does not go EJ Frame Unit* 1. Check if the EJ Frame Unit is correctly assembled. 1. Reassemble the EJ Frame Unit correctly.
--- through between the EJ Roller Unit and
the Star Wheel.
EJ Frame Unit
2. Check if the EJ Roller Unit is correctly assembled. 2. Reassemble the EJ Roller Unit correctly.
Note *: In case that the paper jam error occurs in each operation, the jammed paper contacts the nozzle surface of the Print Head and the Print Head may be damaged.
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Table 3-4. Check point for the paper jam error according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Operation The leading edge of paper does not go EJ Frame Unit* 3. Check if the Star Wheel Holders does not come off. 3. Reassemble the Star Wheel Holders correctly.
--- through between the EJ Roller Unit and
the Star Wheel. Star Wheel Holders
4. Check if the Spur Gear 36 is not damaged. 4. Replace the EJ Frame Unit with a new one.
The leading edge of paper is not loaded to Paper Guide Upper 1. Check if the Paper Guide Upper Unit is correctly 1. Reassemble the Paper Guide Upper Unit to the
the PF Roller Unit. Unit * assembled. Main Frame correctly.
Note *: In case that the paper jam error occurs in each operation, the jammed paper contacts the nozzle surface of the Print Head and the Print Head may be damaged.
Table 3-5. Check point for the card loading error according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Operation A card cannot be fed properly with an --- 1. Check if a paper jam has occurred. 1. Load a piece of paper of the same size as the
--- error indicated on the LCD. jammed paper in portrait orientation, and press
the Start button.
Check if a paper jam has occurred. PW Sensor 1. Check if the PW Sensor FFC is disconnected. 1. Correctly connect the PW Sensor FFC to the
connector on the PW Sensor Board.
PW Sensor Board
Connector
PW Sensor FFC
2. Check if the PW Sensor FFC is broken. 2. Replace the PW Sensor and its FFC with a
new one.
3. Check if the PW Sensor is damaged. 3. Replace the PW Sensor with a new one.
Main Board 1. Check if any of the circuit components on the Main Board 1. Replace the Main Board with a new one.
are damaged.
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Table 3-6. Check point for the No ink cartridge/CSIC error/Incorrect ink cartridge according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Power on After the Carriage has detected the HP, an Ink Cartridge 1. Check if Ink Cartridge is properly installed. 1. Install the Ink Cartridge properly.
Inside HP error is displayed. 2. Check if the Memory Chip is not disconnected or not 2. Replace the Ink Cartridge with a new one.
chipped.
Memory Chip
CSIC Board 1. Check if the Head FFC is connected to connector on the 1. Connect the Head FFC to connector on the
CSIC Board. CSIC Board.
Head FFC
Connector
2. Check if the CSIC Board is not damaged. 2. Replace the Carriage Unit with a new one.
CSIC Connector 1. Check if the CSIC Connector is not damaged. 1. Replace the Carriage Unit with a new one.
CSIC Board
CSIC Connectors
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Table 3-7. Check point for the paper out error according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Operation The LD Roller cannot pick up paper Holder Shaft Unit 1. Check if any paper dust is not adhered to the surface of the 1. Turn a cleaning sheet, upside down on the
--- although the LD Roller attempt to rotate LD Roller. ASF Unit. While holding the top edge of the
correctly. sheet hard, send a print command from printer
LD Roller driver to start feeding of the sheet.
The Hopper does not operate during the ASF Unit 1. Check if the Hopper operates correctly in the paper loading 1. Reassemble the Compression Spring 2.51
paper loading sequence although the LD sequence. between the ASF Frame and the Hopper.
Roller rotates to load paper from the ASF
Unit. Hopper
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Table 3-7. Check point for the paper out error according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Operation The drive of the PF Motor is not Holder Shaft Unit 1. Check if the Extension Spring 0.143 does not come off in 1. Reassemble the Extension Spring 0.143 in the
--- transmitted to the LD Roller Shaft. the Clutch mechanism. Clutch mechanism.
2. Check if the Clutch does not come off from the dowel of 2. Reassemble the round portion of the Clutch on
the LD Roller Shaft. the dowel of the LD Roller Shaft.
Clutch tooth
Dowel
3. Check if the Clutch tooth is not damaged. 3. Replace the Holder Shaft Unit with a new one.
4. Check if the Clutch is not damaged. 4. Replace the Holder Shaft Unit with a new one.
Ink System Unit 1. Check if the Compression Spring 2.36 does not come off in 1. Replace the Ink System Unit with a new one.
the Change Lever.
Change Lever
The LD Roller is not set to the ASF home Ink System Unit 1. Check if the tip of the Change Lever is not damaged. 1. Replace the Ink System Unit with a new one.
position and paper is always loaded from
the ASF Unit during the paper loading
sequence.
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Table 3-8. Check point for the Double feed error according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Operation After both surfaces were printed, the ASF Unit 1. Check if the Extension Spring Retard operates correctly in 1. Set the Extension Spring Retard between the
--- paper was ejected but an error is the paper loading sequence. Retard Roller Unit and the ASF Frame.
displayed.
Extension Spring Retard
2. Check if the Paper Back Lever operates correctly in the 2. Set the Torsion Spring 6.45 between the ASF
paper loading sequence. Frame and the Paper Back Lever.
Table 3-9. Check point for the PG error according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Operation This error is generated when using stand- PG Sensor 1. Check if the PG Sensor is not damaged. 1. Replace the PG Sensor with a new one.
--- alone copy.
PG Sensor
Main Board 1. Check if the Main Board is not damaged. 1. Replace the Main Board with a new one.
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Table 3-10. Check point for the DSC Direct error according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Operation An error is indicated on the LCD. USB Cable 1. Check if the USB Cable is not damaged. 1. Replace the cable with another USB cable.
--- Digital Camera 1. Confirm whether the digital camera is compliant with the 1. Replace the digital camera with the one that is
printer. compliant with the printer.
Table 3-11. Check point for the Memory Card error according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Operation The Memory Card is unrecognized and an Memory Card 1. Check if the Memory Card is acceptable. 1. Replace the Memory Card with an acceptable
--- error is displayed. one.
2. Check if the Memory Card is not damaged. 2. Replace the card with another Memory Card.
Main Board Unit 1. Check if the Memory Card slot pins on the Main Board is 1. Change the Main Board Unit with a new one.
not bent.
Table 3-12. Check point for the Unable head cleaning according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Operation An error is indicated with LCD. Ink Cartridge 1. Check if the ink is remaining in the Ink Cartridge. 1. Replace the Ink Cartridge with a brand-new
--- one.
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Table 3-13. Check point for the communication error according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Power on When turning on the power, the printer Panel Unit 1. Check if the Panel FFC is connected to the CN1 on the 1. Connect the Panel FFC to CN1 on the Panel
Anywhere does not operate at all. Panel Board. Board.
Panel Board
2. Check if the Panel FFC is not damaged. 2. Replace the Panel FFC with new one.
3. Check if the Panel Board is not damaged. 3. Replace the Panel Board with new one.
PS Board Unit 1. Check if the PS Board Connector Cable is connected to 1. Connect the PS Board Connector Cable to CN1
the CN1 on the Main Board. on the Main Board.
2. Check if the PS Board Connector Cable/PS Board is not 2. Replace the PS Board Unit with new one.
damaged. * If the problem is not solved, replace the Main
Board with new one.
PS Board Connector Cable
PS Board Unit
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Table 3-13. Check point for the communication error according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Operation When turning on the power, the power on USB Cable 1. Check if the USB Cable is connected between the printer 1. Connect the USB Cable to the printer and the
--- sequence is performed correctly. But, and the PC. PC.
when any printer job is sent to the printer, Main Board Unit 1. Check if an incorrect model name is not stored into the 1. Use the Adjustment Program to write the
a communication error is indicated with address of the EEPROM on the Main Board. correct value to the EEPROM address.
STM3.
2. Check if the Panel FFC is connected to the CN12 on the 2. Connect the Panel FFC to the CN12 on the
Main Board. Main Board.
Main Board
CN12
Panel FFC
Table 3-14. Check point for the error before the initial ink charge according to each phenomenon
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Power on The printer does not perform the initial Ink Cartridge 1. Check if the Ink Cartridge can be used by installing it to 1. Replace the Ink Cartridge with a brand-new
Inside HP ink charge and the error message is other printer. one.
displayed on the computer screen. Main Board 1. Check if an incorrect data is not stored into the address of 1. Set the proper destination by using Adjustment
(EPW3) the EEPROM on the Main Board. Program.
Power on The printer does not start cleaning after Ink Cartridge 1. Check if the Ink Cartridge can be used by installing it to 1. Replace the Ink Cartridge with a brand-new
Anywhere replacing the ink cartridges and the error other printer. one.
message is displayed on the computer
screen. (EPW3)
The printer does not print at all and the Ink Cartridge 1. Check if the ink is remaining in the Ink Cartridge. 1. Replace the Ink Cartridge with a brand-new
error message is displayed on the one.
computer screen. (EPW3) 2. Check if the Ink Cartridge can be used by installing it to 2. Replace the Ink Cartridge with a brand-new
other printer. one.
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Table 3-15. Check point for multiple sheets of paper are always loaded without LCD and STM3
Occurrence timing Defective
Detailed phenomenon Check point Remedy
CR position unit/part name
Operation The LCD and STM3 are not indicating ASF Unit 1. Check if the Extension Spring Retard operates correctly in 1. Set the Extension Spring Retard between the
--- error conditions. But, multiple sheets of the paper loading sequence. Retard Roller Unit and the ASF Frame.
paper are always loaded from the ASF
Unit. Extension Spring Retard
2. Check if the Paper Back Lever operates correctly in the 2. Set the Torsion Spring 6.45 between the ASF
paper loading sequence. Frame and the Paper Back Lever.
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Compression
Spring 1.47
2. Check if the Compression Spring 1.47 is correctly 2. Replace the Ink System Unit with a new one.
mounted on the Cap Unit.
Ink is ejected to the Cap from the Print Print Head 1. Check if it returns to normal by performing CL operation 1. Perform CL operation and the Ink Cartridge
Head, but the printer does not recover or replacing the Ink Cartridge. replacement specified times.
from the error after cleaning or ink If it doesnt work, change the Print Head with
change. a new one.
2. Check if the Print Head is not damaged. 2. Replace the Print Head with a new one.
Cleaner Blade 1. Check if the Cleaner Blade does not have paper dust or 1. Replace Ink System Unit with a new one.
bending.
Main Board 1. Check if the Main Board is not damaged. 1. Replace the Main Board with a new one.
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Connectors
Main Board
CN5 CN6
2. Check if the Head FFC is not damaged. 2. Replace the Head FFC with a new one.
Print Head 1. Check if it returns to normal by performing CL operation 1. Perform CL operation and the Ink Cartridge
or replacing the Ink Cartridge. replacement specified times.
If it doesnt work, change the Print Head with
a new one.
Main Board Unit 1. Check if the Main Board is not damaged. 1. Replace the Main Board Unit with a new one.
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3. Check if the grease is enough on the surface of the 3. After wiping the grease on the Carriage Guide
Carriage Guide Shaft. Shaft and the Carriage with a dry, soft cloth,
coat it with grease (G-71 Grease). (Refer to
Chapter 6 MAINTENANCE (p.142).)
4. Check if any damage is not observed on the surface of the 4. Replace the Carriage Guide Shaft with a new
Carriage Guide Shaft. one.
CR Guide Frame 1. Check if there is not any foreign material on the surface of 1. Remove foreign matter from the CR Guide
the CR Guide Frame. Frame.
2. Check if the CR Guide Frame is lubricated with enough 2. After wiping the grease on the CR Guide
grease. Frame with a dry, soft cloth, coat it with grease
(G-71 Grease). (Refer to Chapter 6
MAINTENANCE (p.142).)
3. Check if the CR Guide Frame has not been deformed. 3. Replace the CR Guide Frame with a new one.
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[Note]
If the problem is not solved, replace the
PF Motor with a new one.
PF Roller Unit
2. Check if the PF Roller Unit is not damaged. 2. Replace the PF Roller Unit with a new one.
The Star wheel mark against the CR EJ Frame Unit 1. Check if the Star Wheel Holder does not come off. 1. Reassemble the Star Wheel Holder correctly.
movement direction. 2. Check if the surface of the EJ Frame Unit is flat. 2. Replace the EJ Frame Unit with a new one.
Printing is blurred. Printer driver & 1. Check if the suitable paper is used according to the printer 1. Use the suitable paper according to the printer
exclusive paper driver setting. driver setting.
Print Head 1. Check if the correct Head ID is stored into the EEPROM 1. Input 13 digits code of the Head ID into the
by using the Adjustment Program. EEPROM by using the Adjustment Program.
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Ink stain of paper Ink stain occurs at the back, top end or Paper Guide Front 1. Check if the Paper Guide Front Unit does not have the ink 1. Clean the Paper Guide Front Unit with a soft
bottom end of the print paper. Unit stain. cloth.
2. Check if heaps of ink are not formed on Porous Pad Paper 2. Replace the Paper Guide Front Unit with a
Guide Front. new one.
EJ Frame Unit 1. Check if the EJ Roller Unit does not have the ink stain. 1. Clean the EJ Roller Unit with a soft cloth.
PF Roller Unit 1. Check if the PF Roller Unit does not have the ink stain. 1. Clean the PF Roller Unit with a soft cloth.
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CHAPTER
4
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
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4.1 Overview C A U T IO N When transporting the printer on which the ink cartridges
have been installed, secure the cartridges with pieces of tape to
This chapter describes procedures for disassembling the main components of the Stylus the printer cover so that they do not move from the home
Photo R240/245/250. Unless otherwise specified, disassembled units or components position.
can be reassembled by reversing the disassembly procedure. Use only recommended tools for disassembly, assembly or
Procedures which, if not strictly observed, could result in personal injury are described adjustment of the printer.
under the heading WARNING. When tightening screws, be sure to observe the specified
CAUTION signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in damage to tightening torque.
equipment. Use only specified grease.
Important tips for procedures are described under the heading CHECK POINT. (See Chapter 6 MAINTENANCE (p142)for details.)
If the assembly procedure is different from the reversed disassembly procedure, the Make the specified adjustments when you disassemble the
correct procedure is described under the heading REASSEMBLY. printer. (See Chapter 5 ADJUSTMENT (p138) for details.)
Any adjustments required after reassembly of components or parts are described under Make sure the tip of the waste ink tube is located at correct
the heading ADJUSTMENT REQUIRED. position when reassembling the waste ink tube, or it will cause
When you have to remove any parts or components that are not described in this ink leakage.
chapter, refer to the exploded diagram in the Appendix.
When using compressed air products; such as air duster, for
Read the precautions described in the next section before starting. cleaning during repair and maintenance, the use of such
products containing flammable gas is prohibited.
4.1.1 Precautions
4.1.2 Tools
The precautions in the two lists below (WARNING and CAUTION) must always be
followed during disassembly and assembly. Use only specified tools to avoid damaging the printer.
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"4.3.12 ASF Unit" (p103) "4.3.13 CR Motor" (p105) "4.3.14 PF Motor and PF "4.3.10 PS Board Unit" "4.3.11 Waste Ink Pad"
Encoder Sensor" (p106) (p101) (p102)
"4.3.17 Spur Gear 36.8, Extension "4.3.22 Ink System Unit" "4.3.21 Paper Eject
Spring 0.143, Clutch" (p114) (p120) Frame Unit" (p118)
"4.3.24 PF Scale/PG
Sensor" (p123)
2 1
Stacker Assy.
Guide Pins
Guide Pins
4.3.4 Panel Unit Parts/Components must be removed to remove the Panel Unit.
1. Open the Printer Cover and push the Panel Unit in the direction of the arrow.
Panel Unit 2. Release the two tabs ( ) that secure the Panel Unit from the inside of the
printer, and remove the Panel Unit.
3. Disconnect the Panel FFC from CN1 connector on the Panel Board, and
Grounding Plate
remove the Panel Unit.
Panel FFC
Removing the Panel Board
1. Remove the four screws ( ) that secure the Grounding Plate and remove it.
2. Disconnect the LCD FFC from CN2 connector on the Panel Board, and
remove the Panel Board.
CN1
C.B.P. 3x14 F/Zn (41kgfcm)
Panel Board
CN2
LCD FFC
Guide Pins
Figure 4-7. Removing the Panel Board
When reinstalling the Panel Unit, push the two hooked tabs
( ) of the Panel Unit into the slots of the Lower Housing until
they click.
Panel Housing
4.3.5 Upper Housing Parts/Components must be removed to remove the Upper Housing.
Upper Housing
Frame
Grounding Spring
4.3.6 Print Head Parts/Components must be removed to remove the Printer Head.
3. Release the lower tab ( ) of the Head Cable Cover with a flat-blade precision
Head Cable Cover screwdriver, and slide the Head Cable Cover downward to remove it.
4. Release the tab ( ) that secures the Sub FFC Guide with a flat-blade
Guide Pins Print Head precision screwdriver, and remove the Sub FFC Guide.
2 3
Head FFC
Connect the Head FFCs to the Print Head as shown in the When installing the Sub FFC Guide, put its rib into the notch of
figure below. the Carriage Unit as shown in the figure below.
When installing the Print Head to the Carriage Unit, set the
two guide pins ( ) of the Carriage Unit into the two
positioning holes of the Print Head.
Tighten the screws in the order shown in Figure 4-11.
4.3.7 Main Board Unit Parts/Components must be removed to remove the Main Board Unit.
Ribs
Hooked tabs 1. Disconnect the following cables and FFCs from the Main Board.
CN1: PS cable
CN3: PE Sensor cable
CN7 CN6
CN4: PG Sensor cable
CN9 CN5: Head FFC
CN6: Head FFC
CN1 CN7: Head FFC
CN8: CR Motor cable
CN9: PF Motor cable
1
CN5 CN8 CN3 CN19: PF Sensor FFC
2 2. Release the PG Sensor cable from the two hooked tabs ( ) of the Main Board
Unit.
C.B.S. 3x6 F/Zn (71kgfcm) 3. Remove the four screws ( ) that secure the Main Board Unit and remove
C.B.S. 3x6 F/Zn (41kgfcm) it from the Printer Mechanism.
4
Main Board Unit Guide Pin Set the two ribs ( ) of the Main Frame onto the two hooked
tabs of the Main Board Unit.
Figure 4-14. Removing the Main Board Unit
Set the three guide pins ( ) of the Main Frame into the
positioning holes of the Main Board Unit.
Tighten the screws in the order shown in the figure.
4.3.8 Head Cable Frame Set the guide pin ( ) of the Main Frame into the positioning
Illustration hole of the Head Cable Frame.
Insert the tab ( ) of the Head Cable Frame into the slot of the
Main Frame.
Acetate tape Carriage Lock
Attach the CR Motor cable and the PF Motor cable on the
Head Cable Frame with a piece of acetate tape aligning the
cables with the lines marked on the frame.
See Figure 4-15 (p97) also for the correct acetate tape attaching
position.
Line Marked
C.B.S. 3x6 F/Zn
(71kgfcm)
Figure 4-16. Routing the Cables
Notch
Attach the three Head FFCs to the Head Cable Frame with
Guide Pin two-sided tape aligning the FFCs with the line marked on the
Tab frame.
Carriage Unit
Figure 4-15. Removing the Head Cable Frame Two-sided Tape Position
C A U T IO N Hold the bunch of the three Head FFCs to remove them. If you pull Figure 4-17. Routing the Head FFC
the FFCs individually, they may become damaged.
1. Remove the three Head FFCs from the Head Cable Frame.
2. Remove the two pieces of acetate tape from the Head Cable Frame and release
the cables of the PE Sensor, CR Motor and the PF Motor.
3. Unlock the carriage lock with a flat-blade screwdriver and move the Carriage
Unit to the notch ( ) of the Head Cable Frame.
4. Remove the two screws ( ) that secure the Head Cable Frame, and slide the
frame rearward to remove it.
4.3.9 Printer Mechanism Parts/Components must be removed to remove the Printer Mechanism.
6
3
5 PG Lever
W A R N IN G When installing the Printer Mechanism to the Lower Housing, Make sure the ferrite core of the PF Motor cable is attached to
insert the Waste Ink Tube between the Waste Ink Pads. Improper the slot of the ASF Unit. (p103)
installation of the tube may cause ink leakage. After installing the Printer Mechanism to the Lower Housing,
move the PG Lever up and down to check if the Front Paper
Guide moves correspondingly.
Make sure the four legs of the Front Paper Guide Porous Pad
are facing inward before installing the Printer Mechanism to A D J U S T M E N T Whenever the Printer Mechanism is replaced, be sure to perform
R E Q U IR E D
the Lower Housing. The legs must be placed on the Waste Ink the required adjustments in the order given below.
Pad, or ink leakage may result. (p122) (See Chapter 5 ADJUSTMENT (p138) for details.)
Reinstalling the Printer Mechanism 1. PG Adjustment
1. Set the guide pin ( ) of the Lower Housing into the positioning 2. Initialize PF deterioration offset
hole of the Printer Mechanism. 3. Head ID input
2. Remove the Rear Cover. 4. Ink charge
5. Top margin adjustment
6. Head Angular Adjustment
7. Bi-D Adjustment
8. First Dot Adjustment
9. PW Sensor Adjustment (PW Deterioration Adjustment)
10. PF Adjustment
11. PF Band Adjustment
Rear Cover
12. CR Offset
Figure 4-21. Removing the Rear Cover
3. Route the Waste Ink Tube between the Waste Ink Pads.
4.3.10 PS Board Unit Follow the procedure below to install the PS Board Unit.
Illustration 1. Set the rib ( ) of the Lower Housing into the left notch of the
PS Board Unit.
2. Set the ferrite core into the space between the PS Board Unit
C.B.P. 3x8 F/Zn (41kgfcm)
and the frame of the Lower Housing.
3. Route the PS cable under the PS Board Unit and screw the PS
Board Unit.
Hooked tabs
Ferrite core
Rib PS Board Unit
4.3.11 Waste Ink Pad Attach the eight Waste Ink Pads in the order shown in below.
Illustration ( 7 , 9 : Two-sided tape positions)
Step 1
Ink Pad Protection Sheet
3
2 4
1
Step 2
8
5 6
A D J U S T M E N T Make sure that the Ink Pad Protection Sheet is attached with its A D J U S T M E N T Whenever the Waste Ink Pads are replaced, be sure to perform the
R E Q U IR E D R E Q U IR E D
wider side facing upward and is placed against the edge of the required adjustment shown below.
Waste Ink Pad as shown in Figure 4-25. (See Chapter 5 ADJUSTMENT (p138) for details.)
Waste Ink Pad counter
4.3.12 ASF Unit Parts/Components must be removed to remove the ASF Unit.
Illustration (1) Paper Support Assy./Printer Cover/Panel Unit/Upper Housing/Main Board Unit/
Printer Mechanism
Disassembly Procedure
C H E C K Make sure to hold the home side of the ASF Unit as shown below
P O IN T while removing or reinstalling the unit.
1. Remove the ferrite core of the PF Motor cable from the slot ( ) of the ASF
Unit.
2. Remove the five screws ( ) that secure the ASF Unit.
3. Remove the ASF Unit from the Printer Mechanism and release the PS cable
Ink System Unit from the hooked tab ( ) of the ASF Unit.
3
2 Be extremely careful not to touch the PF Scale with your hand
C.B.S. 3x6 F/Zn (81kgfcm) while installing the ASF Unit.
C.B.S. 3x6 F/Zn (71kgfcm) Route the PS cable through the hooked tab ( ) of the ASF
5 C.B.S.(P2) 3x6 F/Zn (101kgfcm) 4
Unit.
C.B.P. 3x8 F/Zn (41kgfcm)
1 Shaft and Slot Set the guide pin ( ) and rib ( ) of the ASF Unit into the
positioning holes of the Main Frame.
Figure 4-27. Removing the ASF Unit (1) Put the shaft of the ASF Unit into the slot ( ) of the Ink System
Unit.
Tighten the screws in the order shown in the figure.
Illustration (2)
Hitch the L-shaped leg of the Torsion Spring 6.45 to the shaft of
the Paper Back Lever, and hitch the other shorter leg of the
Hopper Pad Hopper Rib spring to the groove of the ASF Unit.
L-shaped leg
Shorter leg
6. Bow the Paper Back Lever to pull out its four guide pins ( ) (two pins on each
end) from the frame, and remove the Paper Back Lever and the Torsion Spring 6.45.
C A U T IO N Do not allow the grease to contact the Timing Belt while removing
Line Marked it.
CR Motor
3. Press the Driven Pulley Holder in the direction of the arrow to reduce the
Pinion Gear Timing Belt Driven Pulley Holder
tension of the Timing Belt, and remove the Timing Belt from the pinion gear
of the CR Motor.
C.P. 3x4 F/Zn (40.5kgfcm) 4. Remove the two screws ( ) that secure the CR Motor and remove it from the
Lot No. Printer Mechanism.
The lot number printed side should face upward.
Tighten the screws in the order shown in the figure.
Make sure there is no gap between the CR Motor and the Main
Frame.
Attach the CR Motor cable and the PF Motor cable on the
Head Cable Frame with a piece of acetate tape aligning the
cables with the lines marked on the frame.
Figure 4-31. Removing the CR Motor
A D J U S T M E N T Whenever the CR Motor is once removed or replaced, be sure to
R E Q U IR E D
perform the required adjustments in the order given below.
(See Chapter 5 ADJUSTMENT (p138) for details.)
1. Bi-D Adjustment
2. First Dot Adjustment
3. PW Sensor Adjustment (PW Deterioration Adjustment)
4. CR Offset (only when replaced)
4.3.14 PF Motor and PF Encoder Sensor Parts/Components must be removed to remove the PF Motor.
Guide Pin
Disassembly Procedure
1. Remove the screw ( ) that secures the PF Encoder Sensor Unit.
2. Pull out the guide pin ( ) of the PF Encoder Sensor Unit and slide the unit
upward to release its hooked tab ( ) and remove the PF Encoder Sensor Unit.
3. Remove the two pieces of acetate tape from the Head Cable Frame to release
the cables of the PE Sensor, CR Motor and PF Motor.
4. Remove the ferrite core of the PF Motor cable from the slot of the ASF Unit.
Line Marked
C A U T IO N Be extremely careful not to damage the following parts.
Hooked Tab
Pinion gear of the PF Motor.
Spur Gear 30.8
Acetate Tape
5. Remove the two screws ( ) that secure the PF Motor, and remove it from the
PF Encoder Printer Mechanism.
Sensor Unit
Ferrite core
and Slot
PF Motor
Install the PF Motor so that the lot number printed side faces
upward.
Make sure there is no gap between the PF Motor and the Main
Frame.
Install the PF Scale before attaching the PF Encoder Sensor.
(p123)
Make sure to install the PF Scale so that it runs through the slit
of the PF Encoder Sensor.
PF Scale
4.3.15 Carriage Unit, CR Encoder Board, Parts/Components must be removed to remove the Carriage Unit, CR Encoder
PW Sensor Board, Head FFC Board, PW Sensor Board and Head FFC.
Paper Support Assy./Printer Cover/Panel Unit/Upper Housing/Main Board Unit/
Illustration (1)
Printer Mechanism/CR Motor/PF Encoder Sensor
Slit of the CR Encoder Sensor Disassembly Procedure
Removing the Carriage Unit
1. Remove the Timing Belt from the Driven Pulley Holder.
Chamfered Corner C A U T IO N Never touch the CR Scale with bare hands.
Be extremely careful not to damage the CR Scale.
Be careful not to pull the leg of the Extension Spring 0.143 too
90 much.
Illustration (2) 4. Remove the screw ( ) that secures the Left Parallel Adjust Lever, and lift the
left edge of the CR Guide Shaft to remove the Left Parallel Adjust Lever from
Left side of the printer Right side of the printer the Main Frame.
Left Parallel
Adjust Lever Hooked Tab 5. Release the CR Guide Shaft Pressure Spring from the hooked tab ( ) of the
CR Guide Shaft Main Frame and remove the spring from the Main Frame.
6. Remove the Head FFCs from the Head Cable Frame.
C A U T IO N When performing the next step, be careful not to hit and damage
the PF Scale with the CR Guide Shaft.
CR Guide Shaft
C.B.S.(P2) 3x6 F/Zn (81kgfcm) Pressure Spring
Guide Pin
7. Follow the procedure below to remove the Carriage Unit and the CR Guide
Shaft from the Printer Mechanism.
Two-sided Tape Position
1. Lift the left edge of the CR Guide Shaft and slide it leftward to
release its right edge from the notch of the Main Frame.
2. Remove the CR Guide Shaft from the Main Frame together with
the Carriage Unit.
Line Marked Be extremely careful not to damage the CR Guide Shaft.
C A U T IO N
Be careful not to contaminate the Timing Belt with G-71
Head FFC Head Cable Frame grease.
Route the Head FFCs overlapping them in the order shown in the
figure.
To CR Encoder
Board
To CSIC Board
Notch
4.3.16 Shaft Holder Unit Parts/Components must be removed to remove the Shaft Holder Unit.
Line Marked
Make sure the PE Sensor cable is correctly routed before The Frame Protection Seal once removed cannot be reused.
installing the Holder Shaft Unit. (p115) Affix a new Frame Protection Seal. Be sure to place the seal
Follow the procedure below to install the Shaft Holder Unit. Be following the instructions below.
careful not to trap the antistatic cloth under the Shaft Holder A gap between the seal and the upper edge of the Main
Unit. Frame must be 3.51 mm.
A gap between the seal and the left edge of the notch of the
Main Frame must be 0 to 1.5 mm.
4.3.17 Spur Gear 36.8, Extension Spring 0.143, Clutch Parts/Components must be removed to remove the Spur Gear 36.8, Extension
Spring 0.143 and Clutch.
Illustration
Paper Support Assy./Printer Cover/Panel Unit/Upper Housing/Main Board Unit/
Paper Block Rib and Notch
Head Cable Frame/Printer Mechanism/ASF Unit/CR Motor/PF Encoder Sensor
Cam Torsion Spring 137.7 Carriage Unit/Shaft Holder Unit
Disassembly Procedure
1. Pull out the two guide pins ( ) that secure the Paper Block to the Shaft
Holder, and remove the Paper Block.
2. Remove the LD Roller Shaft and the Clutch Mechanism from the Shaft
Holder.
3. Remove the Spur Gear 36.8 from the LD Roller Shaft.
Clutch Mechanism Guide Pins and
Positioning Holes 4. Remove the Extension Spring 0.143 and remove the Clutch from the LD
Roller Shaft.
LD Roller Shaft Unit Reassemble the LD Roller Shaft Unit as shown in the figure
below.
Clutch
Figure 4-41. Removing the Spur Gear 36.8, Extension Spring 0.143, and Clutch
LD Roller Shaft
4.3.18 PE Sensor Board and PE Sensor Lever Parts/Components must be removed to remove the PE Sensor Board and PE
Sensor Lever.
Illustration
Paper Support Assy./Printer Cover/Panel Unit/Upper Housing/Main Board Unit/
Head Cable Frame/Printer Mechanism/ASF Unit/CR Motor/PF Encoder Sensor
L-shaped leg Torsion Spring 0.22 Groove
Carriage Unit/Shaft Holder Unit/Spur Gear 36.8, Extension Spring 0.143, Clutch
Disassembly Procedure
2
1
1. Remove the shafts of the PE Sensor Lever from the Shaft Holder in the order
shown in the figure and remove the PE Sensor Lever and the Torsion Spring
0.22.
Shaft Shaft
2. Remove the Torsion Spring 0.22 from the PE Sensor Lever.
Straight Leg 3. Remove the PE Sensor cable from the groove of the Shaft Holder.
PE Sensor Lever PE Sensor Cable 4. Release the hooked tab ( ) that secures the PE Sensor Board and remove the
board from the Shaft Holder.
Hitch the L-shaped leg of the Torsion Spring 0.22 to the
Hooked Tab
indented portion of the PE Sensor Lever, and hitch the other
straight leg to the Shaft Holder.
Route the PE Sensor cable through the groove of the Shaft
Holder so that the cable does not extend off the edges of the
groove.
PE Sensor
4.3.19 Upper Paper Guide Unit Parts/Components must be removed to remove the Upper Paper Guide Unit.
4.3.20 CR Guide Frame Parts/Components must be removed to remove the CR Guide Frame.
4.3.21 Paper Eject Frame Unit Parts/Components must be removed to remove the Paper Eject Frame Unit.
Illustration (1) Paper Support Assy./Printer Cover/Panel Unit/Upper Housing/Main Board Unit/
Printer Mechanism/CR Motor/PF Encoder Sensor/Carriage Unit/CR Guide Frame
Left side of the printer Right side of the printer Disassembly Procedure
Bushing 5 C A U T IO N Do not hold the Paper Eject Frame Unit while handling the
Printer Mechanism.
Do not touch the rubber part of the Paper Eject Roller.
1. Remove the acetate tape from the Paper Eject Frame Unit to release the PG
Sensor cable.
Acetate Tape Bushing 5
2. Remove the Paper Eject Grounding Spring from the left side of the Paper
Eject Frame Unit.
Paper Eject 3. Remove the guide pin ( ) of the left Bushing 5 on the Paper Eject Frame
Grounding Spring Unit, and turn the Bushing 5 one-quarter in the direction of the arrow.
4. Remove the guide pin ( ) of the right Bushing 5 on the Paper Eject Frame
Unit, and turn the Bushing 5 one-quarter upward or downward.
5. Lift the front side of the Paper Eject Frame Unit to release its three hooked
tabs ( ).
Hooked Tab
Illustration (2)
Make sure to correctly insert the left and right Bushings 5 into
the notches of the Main Frame.
Left side of the printer Right side of the printer
Guide Pin
Guide Pin
Hooked
Tab Hooked
Tab
Bushing 5
Make sure there is no gap between the Paper Eject Frame Unit
and the Main Frame.
Paper Eject Roller Unit
Make sure the Paper Eject Roller Unit moves smoothly.
Figure 4-47. Removing the Paper Eject Roller Unit (2)
A D J U S T M E N T Apply G-26 grease to the Paper Eject Grounding Spring if
R E Q U IR E D
6. Remove the Bushing 5 from the right side of the Paper Eject Frame Unit. required.
7. Remove the screw ( ) that secures the Paper Eject Grounding Plate and (See Chapter 6: Figure 6-10 (p147) for details.)
remove it. Whenever the Paper Eject Roller Unit is replaced, be sure to
8. Remove the screw ( ) that secures the Front Paper Guide Support. apply proper amount of G-74 grease to the specified points.
9. Release the two hooked tabs ( ) of the Front Paper Guide Support and (See Chapter 6: Figure 6-11 (p147) for details.)
remove it together with the Front Paper Guide Support. Whenever the Paper Eject Frame Unit is once removed or replaced,
be sure to perform the following adjustments in the order given.
(See Chapter 5 "ADJUSTMENT" (p138) for details.)
Attach the Paper Eject Grounding Plate after installing the 1. Disenable PF deterioration offset
Paper Eject Frame Unit to the Main Frame. Bring the Paper 2. PF Adjustment
Eject Grounding Plate into intimate contact with the Paper 3. PF Band Adjustment
Eject Frame aligning the fold of the plate with the edge of the Whenever the Paper Eject Roller Unit is once removed or replaced,
frame. be sure to perform the following adjustments in the order given.
Set the guide pins ( ) of the Front Paper Guide Support into (See Chapter 5 "ADJUSTMENT" (p138) for details.)
the positioning holes of the Paper Eject Frame. 1. Disenable PF deterioration offset
2. PF Adjustment
3. PF Band Adjustment
4.3.22 Ink System Unit Parts/Components must be removed to remove the Ink System Unit.
4. Carefully release the three hooked tabs ( ) that secure the Pump Unit to the
Main Frame, remove the Ink System from the Printer Mechanism while
bringing the Carriage Lock out through the notch of the Main Frame.
Hooked Tab
Pump Unit Guide Pin
Ink Tube
Green Line
A D J U S T M E N T Whenever the Ink System Unit is replaced, the CR02 ASP cleaning
R E Q U IR E D
liquid must be applied to the specified points on the new unit.
(See Chapter 6: Figure 6-4 (p146) for details.)
4.3.23 Front Paper Guide Unit Parts/Components must be removed to remove the Front Paper Guide Unit.
Guide Pin
Install the PG Sensor setting its hole onto the guide pin of the Left Secure the Left Link Lever Holder with the six hooked tabs
Link Lever Holder. ( ) and the guide pin ( ).
Follow the instructions below to correctly route the PG Sensor To prevent the PF Scale from damaging or deforming, it is
Cable through the Left Link Lever Holder. recommended to reinstall the PF Scale immediately before
1. Do not allow the PG Sensor Cable to protrude from the surface installing the PF Encoder. (p107)
of the Left Link Lever Holder.
Left Link
A D J U S T M E N T Whenever the Link Lever and the Left Link Lever Holder are
NG Surface of the holder R E Q U IR E D
Lever Holder replaced, be sure to apply proper amount of the G-26 Grease to the
specified points.
(See Chapter 6: Figure 6-13 (p148) for details.)
OK
Surface of the holder
4.3.25 PF Roller Unit Parts/Components must be removed to remove the PF Roller Unit.
Guide Pin Guide Pin C A U T IO N When performing the next step, be careful not to touch or damage
the coated part of the PF Roller Unit.
Rear 1. Remove the S-shaped portion of the PF Grounding Spring from the notch of
the Main Frame with tweezers, and remove the PF Grounding Spring from the
PF Roller Unit.
2. Pull out the guide pin ( ) of the Left Bushing 10 from the Main Frame, and
turn the Left Bushing 10 clockwise until it comes to the blue line indicated in
the figure.
S-shaped 3. Pull out the guide pin ( ) of the Right Bushing 10 from the Main Frame, and
turn the Right Bushing 10 counterclockwise until it comes to the blue line
Notch Hooked Tab PF Roller Unit indicated in the figure.
4. Slide the PF Roller Unit leftward and release the tabs ( ) of the Left and
2
Right Bushing 10.
5. Remove the PF Roller Unit through the left notch of the Main Frame.
Hitch the PF Grounding Spring to the PF Roller Unit setting the
spring into the groove of the roller surface.
1
Tab Tab
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ADJUSTMENT
EPSON Stylus Photo R240/R245/R250 Revision B
accuracy.
Head ID input To address the unevenness of print quality caused by printhead Input the ID indicated on the QR code label affixed to the new printhead to None
manufacturing tolerances. store it onto the EEPROM on the main board.(Read the ID (QR code) from
the top left to the bottom right.)
Top margin adjustment Corrects the start position to print in CR sub scanning Examine the printout of the adjustment patterns to select and input a Plain paper (A4)
direction. correction value.The correction value is stored in the predetermined address
in the EEPROM on the main board.
Head Angle adjustment Corrects an error of the printhead angle with respect to the Examine the printout of the adjustment patterns to select a group of most Plain paper (A4)
printing surface to keep regular intervals between nozzles in neatly aligned lines. Select or input the value for the selected group using the
CR main scanning direction. Adjustment Program. Do the same thing again (print the pattern, examine it,
and select the value). The correction value is stored in the predetermined
address in the EEPROM on the main board.
Bi-D Adjustment Corrects print start timing in bi-directional printing to improve Examine the printout of the adjustment patterns to select a group of most Plain paper (A4)
the print quality. neatly aligned blocks. Select or input the value for the selected group using
the Adjustment Program. Do the same thing again (print the pattern, examine
it, and select the value). The correction value is stored in the predetermined
address in the EEPROM on the main board.
Nozzle check pattern print A simple method to check if the all nozzles discharge ink Check the printed patterns for missing segments, broken lines, not aligned Plain paper (A4)
normally. lines, too thin lines and unexpected mixed colors.
Final check pattern print To check if the all required adjustments are made properly. Check the printed patterns if they are OK or not for each of the all adjustment Plain paper or
patterns. Photo Quality
Ink Jet Paper
(A4)
EEPROM read out To diagnose a cause of failure. Retrieve the all data in the EEPROM. None
C A U T IO N The checked required adjustments must be carried out in the order given in the table (starting from the left).
If it is impossible to retrieve the data from the previous EEPROM to replace the main board, the Waste Ink Pad must be replaced.
Under the following circumstances, carry out the required adjustments in the given order after initializing the EEPROM.
When replacing the Main Board without retrieving the data from the previous EEPROM.
When replacing the Printer Mechanism.
PW Sensor Adjustment
Waste Ink Pad counter
Adjustment Items
PF Band Adjustment
EEPROM data copy
Destination setting
Bi-D Adjustment
PG Adjustment
PF Adjustment
Head ID input
Ink charge
CR Offset
Replaced Parts
Order 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Removal --- --- --- --- --- O --- --- O --- --- O O O O ---
ASF Unit
Replacement --- --- --- --- --- O --- --- O --- --- O O O O ---
Removal --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- O O O --- --- ---
CR Motor
Replacement --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- O O O --- --- O
Upper Paper Guide Removal --- --- --- --- --- O --- --- O --- --- --- --- O O ---
Unit Replacement --- --- --- --- --- O --- --- O --- --- --- --- O O ---
Removal --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- O O O --- --- --- ---
CR Guide Frame
Replacement --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- O O O --- --- --- ---
Removal O --- --- --- --- O --- --- O O O O O O O ---
Print Head
Replacement O --- --- --- --- O O O O O O O O O O ---
Removal --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
Replacement Modified
--- O --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- O --- --- ---
Main Board (Read OK)
Replacement (Replace
--- --- O --- O O --- O O O O O O O O
(Read NG) the pad)
Removal --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- O --- --- --- O --- --- ---
Shaft Holder Unit
Replacement --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- O --- --- --- O --- --- ---
Removal --- --- --- --- --- O --- --- --- --- --- --- --- O O ---
EJ Roller Unit
Replacement --- --- --- --- --- O --- --- --- --- --- --- --- O O ---
PW Sensor Adjustment
Waste Ink Pad counter
Adjustment Items
PF Band Adjustment
EEPROM data copy
Destination setting
Bi-D Adjustment
PG Adjustment
PF Adjustment
Head ID input
Ink charge
CR Offset
Replaced Parts
Order 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Removal --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
PS Board Unit
Replacement --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- O
Removal O --- --- --- --- O --- --- O O O O O O O ---
Front Paper Guide Unit
Replacement O --- --- --- --- O --- --- O O O O O O O ---
Removal --- --- --- --- --- O --- --- O --- --- --- --- O O ---
PF Motor
Replacement --- --- --- --- --- O --- --- O --- --- --- --- O O ---
Removal --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
Waste Ink Pad
Replacement --- --- --- O --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
Removal --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- O O --- --- ---
PW Sensor
Replacement --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- O O --- --- ---
Removal O --- --- --- --- --- --- --- O O O O O O O ---
Carriage Unit
Replacement O --- --- --- --- --- --- --- O O O O O O O O
Removal O --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- O O O --- --- ---
Carriage Guide Shaft
Replacement O --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- O O O --- --- O
Paper Eject Frame Removal --- --- --- --- --- O --- --- --- --- --- --- --- O O ---
Unit Replacement --- --- --- --- --- O --- --- --- --- --- --- --- O O ---
Removal --- --- --- --- --- O --- --- O --- --- --- O O O ---
PF Roller Unit
Replacement --- --- --- --- --- O --- --- O --- --- --- O O O ---
Removal --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
Ink System Unit
Replacement --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
Printer Mechanism Replacement O --- --- --- O --- O O O O O O O O O O
NG -3 -2 -1 0 1 2 3 NG
Gap
OK NG
OK NG Head Angular for
Head Angular for Band Raster Offset
-6
20
-11 -9 -7 -5 -3 -1 1
24
28
32
-4
Figure 5-4. First Dot Adjustment Pattern
[Procedure]
Figure 5-3. Bi-D Adjustment Pattern
Input a number for the line printed 5 mm away from the left edge of paper.
[Procedure]
[Supplement]
Examine the printout and select a value for the group of blocks with least gap or
overlap. If none of the lines is printed 5 mm away from the edge, input a value for the least-
worst line and print the pattern again to repeat the adjustment.
[Supplement]
If none of the groups satisfy the OK level, input a value for the least-worst group and
print the pattern again to repeat the adjustment.
NG OK NG
The pattern shown below is printed out. Input a number for the line printed 5 mm away from the edge of paper for each of the
four edges.
5mm
-10 -9 -8 -7 -6 -5 -4 -3 -2 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Example: For the pattern shown left, select 2 for top, 4 for bottom, 8 for left, and
9 for right.
[Supplement]
If none of the lines is printed 5 mm away from the edge, make repairs on relevant parts.
5mm
5mm
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 -1 -2 -3 -4 -5 -6 -7 -8 -9 -10
5mm
-6 -4 -2 0 2 4 6 8
Bottom -6 -4 -2 0 2 4 6
Figure 5-6. PF Adjustment Pattern
-6 -4 -2 0 2 4 6 8
[Overall Procedure] Figure 5-7. PF Adjustment (1)
1) Examine the printed pattern and select a value for each of the top and bottom. If it is difficult to judge, compare the most likely patch with the one on the right. If you
still cannot find any differences in the upper area between the two patches, input the mean
2) Input the value selected in Step 1 and print the PF adjustment check pattern. value of the two.
3) Check the pattern printed in Step 2 if the correction has been properly Input the mean value of the two
reflected.
4) If the result in Step 3 is NG, return to Step 1 and repeat the adjustment -4 -3 -2 0
procedure.
-6 -4 -2 0 2 4 6 8
Do not select this Select this
Figure 5-9. PF Adjustment (3)
3) Input the selected value for each of the top and bottom in the program, and
print a PF adjustment check pattern.
-1 -1
-6 -4 -2 0 2 4 6 8
Figure 5-10. OK Pattern Sample (1) 0 0
NOTE: The patch with least white lines may not appear in the center with 0
value due to mechanical errors. It is still OK even if the best patch is 1 1
located at other than the center.
The best patch for the top area and that for the bottom area are different but Figure 5-13. PF Band Adjustment Pattern
the two patches are located side by side.
[Procedure]
2 0
Examine the printed pattern from the group with a minus value and select a value for
the first group of blocks that has no gap or overlap.
[Supplement]
-2 0
Figure 5-11. OK Pattern Sample (2) If none of the groups satisfy the OK level, input a value for the least-worst group and
print the pattern again to repeat the adjustment.
NG patterns
The best patch for the top area and that for the bottom area are different and C H E C K Sample of OK and NG patterns
the two patches are Not located side by side. P O IN T
2 0 -2
NG NG OK
-2 0 2
Figure 5-12. NG Pattern Sample
5.3 Adjustment Except Adjustment Program 6. Release the Carriage Lock if the Carriage Unit is locked.
7. Set the thickness gauge on the ribs of the Front Paper Guide Unit as shown
Following is adjustment except Adjustment Program. below, and make sure the gauge is stable (not shaky).
5.3.1 PG adjustment
Parts to be Removed and Replaced
Removal and Replacement of Print Head
Removal and Replacement of Front Paper Guide Unit
Removal and Replacement of Carriage Unit
Removal and Replacement of Carriage Guide Shaft
Replacement of Printer Mechanism
Adjustment procedure Thickness gauge
1. Make sure that the printer is turned off. Figure 5-15. Placement position for thickness gauge
2. Set new ink cartridges in the Carriage Unit. 8. Make sure the PG Lever is set to "L".
3. Confirm that PG Lever is lowered. If PG Lever is raised, lower it. 9. Move the Carriage Unit on the thickness gauge by using the Timing Belt, and
check whether the thickness gauge moves or not.
4. Prepare the thickness gauge. (The thickness should be 1.45mm.)
5. Loosen the screw (C.B.S 3x6) for securing the Parallel Adjustment Lever (Left).
10. Accede to following steps until youve completed the left side PG adjustment.
C A U T IO N If you push the Carriage Unit directly, its possible to damage
the Print Head surface by the friction with the thickness gauge.
Following is the relationship between Parallel Adjustment START
Lever (Left) operation and Platen gap reaction. Step 8
PG up (narrower)
Move the Carriage Unit by
using the Timing Belt.
No
12. Loosen the screw (C.B.S 3x6) for securing the Parallel Adjustment Lever 14. Move the Carriage Unit on the thickness gauge by using the Timing Belt, and
(Right). check whether the thickness gauge moves or not.
PG down (wider)
Thickness gauge
15. Accede to following steps until youve completed the right side PG 18. Accede to following steps to check left side PG again.
adjustment.
START
START
Step 13
Move the Carriage Unit by
Move the Carriage Unit by using the Timing Belt.
using the Timing Belt.
No
No
Move the Carriage Unit by Note : Up means PG (Platen Gap) narrow.
using the Timing Belt. One notch up the Parallel
One notch up the Parallel Adjustment Lever (Left).
Adjustment Lever (Right).
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MAINTENANCE
EPSON Stylus Photo R240/R245/R250 Revision B
Maintenance Error
This error appears when the protection counter (for the Waste Ink Pad) reaches the
upper limit (limit of the Waste Ink Pad). The Waste Ink Pad is used to absorb the
waste ink produced by printing, cleaning and flushing. The amount of the waste
ink is counted in the EEPROM to cause the error to prevent the Waste Ink Pad
from overflow. The counter value fluctuates depending on the frequency of use as
this model calculates the loss of waste ink by evaporation to reflect the amount to
the counter.
When the maintenance error occurs, replace the Waste Ink Pad with a new one and
reset the protection counter using the Adjustment Program.
If you find the counter is close to its limit, replace the Waste Ink Pad and reset the
counter to save the user from having to send the printer for repair again due to the
maintenance error.
6.1.3 Lubrication Refer to the following figures for the lubrication points.
\
The characteristics of the grease have great affects on the mechanical function and <Lubrication Point>
durability, especially does the characteristics about temperature environment. The type 1. Paper Back Lever Surface
2
and amount of the grease used to lubricate the printer parts are determined based on the 2. Hopper Surface
results of the internal evaluations. Therefore, be sure to apply the specified type and
<Lubrication Type>
amount of the grease to the specified part of the printer mechanism during servicing.
1. G-74
Never use oil or grease other than those specified in this 2. G-26
C A U T IO N Lubrication
manual. Use of different types of oil or grease may damage the Prohibited Area <Lubrication Amount>
component or give bad influence on the printer function. 1. Proper amount
Never apply larger amount of grease than specified in this 2. 1 x 1mm
manual.
<Remarks>
1. Use a flux dispenser to apply.
Type Name EPSON code Supplier
2. Use a injector to apply.
Grease G-26 1080614 EPSON
Grease must not be adhered to
Grease G-71 1304682 EPSON Paper Back other parts.
Grease G-74 1409257 EPSON Hopper Lever
<Lubrication Point>
Groove on the Driven Pulley
Holder
<Lubrication Type>
G-26
<Lubrication Amount>
1 x 1mm x 4 points
<Remarks>
Use a injector to apply.
Figure 6-4. Lubrication on Cleaner Head Figure 6-6. Lubrication on Carriage Unit (2)
Figure 6-8. Lubrication on LD Roller Shaft Unit Figure 6-10. Lubrication on Paper Eject Grounding Spring
<Remarks> <Remarks>
Use a injector to apply. Use a flux dispenser to apply.
Do not adhere G-74 to the rubber
part of the EJ Roller Unit.
Right Side
Figure 6-9. Lubrication on CR Guide Frame Figure 6-11. Lubrication on EJ Roller Unit
Figure 6-12. Lubrication on Paper Guide Front Unit Figure 6-14. Lubrication on Link Lever (Right)
<Remarks>
Use a injector to apply.
Figure 6-13. Lubrication on Link Lever (Left) Figure 6-15. Lubrication on Main Frame (Right)
<Lubrication Point>
Contact point between the PF
Grounding Spring and the PF
PF Grounding Spring Roller Unit
<Lubrication Type>
G-26
<Lubrication Amount>
1 x of the PF Roller Unit
<Remarks>
Use a injector to apply.
PF Roller Unit
<Lubrication Point>
Contact point between Bush 10
(Right) and PF Roller Unit
Bush 10 (Right)
<Lubrication Type>
G-26
<Lubrication Amount>
1 x of the PF Roller Unit
PF Roller Unit <Remarks>
Use a injector to apply.
Do not adhere G-26 to Spool Gear
Spool Gear 13.5 13.5.
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APPENDIX
EPSON Stylus Photo R240/R245/R250 Revision B
7.1 Connector Summary See the following tables for the connector summary for the C606 Main board and each
connectors pin alignment.
The figure below shows how to connect these components. CN5, CN6 For connection with the Print Head
CN7 CR Encoder Sensor, PW Sensor, CSIC Board
CN8 For connection with the CR Motor
USB I/F
C610 PSB CN16 (HOST) CN9 For connection with the PF Motor
CN2
CN12 For connection with the Panel Board
CN1 CN2 USB I/F
CN14, CN15 For connection with the Memory Card
C606 Main
CN16 USB I/F (HOST)
CN12 C606 PNL
N19 PF Encoder Sensor
AC power
CN14, CN15
CN5,
CN19 CN3 CN4 CN6 CN7 CN8 CN9
Memory Card
PF Motor
CR Motor
CR Encoder Sensor
PW Sensor
CSIC Board
Print Head
PG Sensor
PE Sensor
PF Encoder Sensor Printer Mechanism