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SERVICE MANUAL
Color Laser Printer
EPSON ColorPage EPL-C8000
®
4009762
Notice
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Copyright © 1999 SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. Printed in Japan.
PRECAUTIONS
Precautionary notations throughout the text are categorized relative to 1)Personal injury and 2) damage to equipment. DANGER Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in serious or fatal personal injury. Great caution should be exercised in performing procedures preceded by DANGER Headings. Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in damage to equipment.
WARNING
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.
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 NONAPPROVED COMPONENTS MAY DAMAGE THE PRODUCT AND VOID ANY APPLICABLE EPSON WARRANTY.
About this manual
This manual describes basic functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations, maintenance and repair procedures of EPL-C8000. The instructions and procedures included herein are intended for the experienced repair technicians, and attention should be given to the precautions on the preceding page.
Manual Configuration
This manual consists of six chapters and Appendix. CHAPTER 1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS Provides a general overview and specifications of the product. CHAPTER 2. OPERATING PRINCIPLES Describes the theory of electrical and mechanical operations of the product. CHAPTER 3. DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT Describes the step-by-step procedures for disassembling/assembling and adjusting the product. CHAPTER 4. DIAGNOSTICS Provides Epson-approved methods for diagnostics. CHAPTER 5. TROUBLESHOOTING Provides the step-by-step procedures for troubleshooting. CHAPTER 6. MAINTENANCE Provides preventive maintenance procedures and the lists of Epson-approved lubricants and adhesives required for servicing the product. APPENDIX Provides the following additional information for reference: · Connector pin assignments · Electric circuit boards components layout · Exploded diagram · Electrical circuit boards schematics
Symbols Used in This Manual
Various symbols are used throughout this manual either to provide additional information on a specific topic or to warn of possible danger present during a procedure or an action. Be aware of all symbols when they are used, and always read NOTE, CAUTION, or WARNING messages. Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in injury or loss of life. Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice, or condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in damage to, or destruction of, equipment. May indicate an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or condition that is necessary to accomplish a task efficiently. It may also provide additional information that is related to a specific subject, or comment on the results NOTE achieved through a previous action.
Abbreviation
ADC = Automatic Density Control AG = Analog Ground ASSY = Assembly AUX. = Auxiliary B/W = Black and White BCR = Bias Charge Roll Bk = Black BK = Black BTR = Bias Transfer Roll BUR = Back Up Roll C = Cyan CART. = Cartridge CCW = Counterclockwise CL. = Clutch CLN = Cleaning (or Cleaner) CLK = Clock CONT. = Controller CR = Charge Roll CRU = Customer Replaceable Unit CRUM = CRU Monitor CW = Clockwise DB = Developing Bias DEVE. = Developer DIAG. = Diagnostic dpi = dots per inch DTS = Detach Saw ELEC. = Electric EP = Electrophotography FDR = Feeder FG = Frame Ground FRU = Field Replaceable Unit GND = Ground H/R = Heat Roll Hex = Hexadecimal HVPS = High Voltage Power Supply I/F = Interface IBT = Intermediate Belt Transfer ID = Image Density (or Identification) L = Left L/H = Left Hand L/P = Low Paper LD = Laser Diode LEF = Long Edge Feed LVPS = Low Voltage Power Supply M = Magenta MAG. = Magnetic MCU = Machine Control Unit MECH. = Mechanical MOT. = Motor MSI = Multi Sheet Inserter N/F = Normal Force N/P = No Paper NVM = Non Volatile Memory O/H = Option Hinge OHP = Overhead Projector (In this manual, OHP means OHP film) OPC = Organic Photo Conductor P/H = Paper Handling P/R = Pressure Roll PCDC = Pixel Count Dispense Control Pixel = Picture Cell PPM = Prints Per Minute PV = Print Volume PWB = Printed Wiring Board R = Right R/H = Right Hand REGI. = Registration ROS = Raster Output Scanner RTN = Return SEF = Short Edge Feed SG = Signal Ground SNR = Sensor SOL. = Solenoid SOS = Start Of Scan SPI = Scans Per Inch SYNC. = Synchronous TC = Toner Concentration TEMP. = Temperature TR = Transfer TRANS. = Transport WDD = Wide Range Dynamic Damper XERO. = Xerographic Y = Yellow YMCBk = Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Black
Safety Information
To prevent accidents during a maintenance procedure, strictly observe the Warnings and Cautions. Do not do anything that is dangerous or not within the scope of this document. Do not do anything that is dangerous even if not specifically described in this manual. In addition to the descriptions below and those given in this manual, there are many situations and circumstances that are dangerous. Be aware of these when you are working with the printer.
Power Supply
Before starting any service procedure, switch off the printer power and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. If you must service the printer when the power is applied, be aware of the potential for electrical shock and do all tasks by following the procedures in this manual. Do not touch any live part unless you are instructed to do so by a service procedure. The LVPS power supply switch/inlet part is live even when the power switch has been turned off. Do not touch any live part.
Mechanical Components
If you service a driving assembly (e.g., gears), first turn off the power and unplug the power cord. Then manually rotate the assembly. Do not touch the driving part (e.g., gears) while the assembly (printer) is being driven.
Safety Components
The printer is equipped with safety components (e.g., interlock switches, fuses, thermostat) and safety switches for protecting users and service personnel from injury and the equipment from damage. The printer has two interlock switches, two safety switches and two interlock connectors that serve as the main safety mechanism. o Front Cover Switch R This switch is turned off when the Front Cover Assembly is opened. It cuts off the power supply (24VDC, 5VDC-LD) from the power supply unit to stop all operations and disconnects the output (5VDCLD) circuit from the power supply and stops the laser beam emission. This switch consists of the following two switches: n A switch that cuts off the power supply (24VDC, 5VDC-LD) to the control circuits and related parts. n A switch that directly cuts off the power supply circuit (5VDC-LD) to the laser beam output circuit. o Front Cover Switch L This is a safety switch. This switch is turned off when the Front Cover Assembly is opened, causing the printer without control units to stop operating. o Top Cover Switch This is an interlock switch that directly cuts off the power supply (5VDC-LD) circuit to the laser beam output circuit. This switch is turned off when the Top Cover Assembly is removed, cutting off the output (5VDC-LD) circuit from the power supply unit and stopping the laser beam emission.
o Exit Chute Switch This switch is a safety switch. This switch is turned off when the Exit Upper Assembly (the cover on the upper left side of the printer) is opened. o P/J91 (Connector that connects the Main Harness Assembly and Registration Harness Assembly) This is an interlock connector that cuts off the power supply (24VDC, 5VDC-LD) to the control circuit and related parts. This connector is disconnected when the Main P/H Assembly (pullout type unit on the right side of the printer) is pulled out, cutting off the output (24VDC, 5VDC-LD) from the power supply and stopping the printer operation without control units. o P/J71 (Connector that connects the Fuser Connector and Fuser Harness Assembly) This is an interlock connector that cuts off the power supply (24VDC, 5VDC-LD) to the control circuit and related parts. This connector is disconnected when the Fuser Assembly (pull-out type unit on the left side of the printer) is pulled out, cutting off the output (24VDC, 5VDC-LD) from the power supply and stopping the printer operation without control units.
Laser Beam
The printer has two interlock switches: the Front Cover Switch R and the Top Cover Switch. The purpose of these switches is to turn off the laser beam emission if any of the printer covers have been opened; this protects the user or service personnel from exposure to the laser beam from the ROS Assembly. A laser beam may be emitted during a maintenance operation. Do not turn on these interlock switches simultaneously under any circumstances except in a normal operation.
NOTE: The laser beam has a narrower frequency band and more coherent phases than any other light (sunlight, electric light). It has excellent monochromaticity and convergence. A thin laser beam reaches long distances. Because of its convergence characteristic, the laser beam converges into one point, causing high density and high temperature. A laser beam is harmful to the human body. NOTE: The laser beam in this printer is invisible.
n Do not expose yourself to the laser beam to prevent injury (blindness). n Do not open the cover that has the laser beam warning label. n If you disassemble or assemble the printer, turn off the power. n If you need to work on the printer with power applied, strictly follow the instructions in this manual. n If you have to activate the printer while pressing the Front Cover Switch R by hand or with a tool, remove the Top Cover. (Do not turn on these interlock switches simultaneously under any circumstances except in a normal operation.) n Understand how the laser beam functions and take maximum precautions not to injure yourself or anyone around you.
High Temperature Assembly
To prevent you from becoming injured or burned, do the following: Before working with a high temperature Assembly (e.g., Fuser Assembly), turn off the power, unplug the power cord and wait until it cools down.
Parts
To prevent you from becoming injured, keep the following in mind: o When handling heavy parts (including the printer itself), use good posture to protect your back whenever you lift, move or place parts.
The high temperature Assembly is very hot immediately after any printer operations. Wait at least 40 minutes before you start working on the printer.
Do not lift, move or place heavy parts in a body posture that is likely to cause injury to yourself or cause the part to drop.
o Be careful not to injure yourself with the sharp edges of the parts. o Do not work with wet or oily hands-you may drop a part or injure yourself. Dry your hands first. o When pulling out a part (including a harness), do not use too much force. Pull out the part carefully and slowly step by step.
Consumables
Some parts may cause a particulate explosion or fire if handled improperly. Do not handle these parts near fire or throw into a fire. Some materials (e.g., Developer or Fuser Oil) may cause bodily injury. Do not swallow or inhale these materials or allow them to come in contact with the eyes. Help to protect those around you and follow the prohibitions against swallowing or inhaling those materials. Be careful to protect the eyes at all times. Place a sheet inside or under the printer so that the floor or workbench is protected. If the Developer or Fuser Oil gets on your clothing, dry it with a cloth and wash with clean water. NOTE: The printer has the following consumable parts: ·Drum Cartridge ·Oil Roll Assembly ·Toner Cartridge M ·Toner Cartridge Bk ·Waste Toner Box ·Toner Cartridge Y ·Toner Cartridge C
Improper Printer Use
Modifying, revising, tampering with the printer, especially to the safety mechanism, is strictly prohibited in all circumstances.
Manual Contents
Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Appendix PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS OPERATING PRINCIPLES DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY / ADJUSTMENT DIAGNOSTICS TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE
Revision Status
Revision
Rev. 0 (Preliminary revision) Rev. A Rev. B
Issued Date
August 07, 1998 September 28, 1998 August 23, 1999
Description
1st release 2nd release The manual is mainly revised on the following points: [Chapter 1] · Page 1-4: Paper Out Sensor is added. · Page 1-6: IBT Cleaner is eliminated from the regularly replaced parts. · Page 1-30: NOTE is added to Section 1.5.4. [Chapter 3] · Page 3-2: Change in Table 3-1. · Page 3-6: NOTE is added to Section 3.2.3.1 under "Preparation". · Page 3-96: Section 3.2.12.21 "FUSER IN SENSOR Removal" is added. · Page 3-97: Section 3.2.12.22 "FUSER CHUTE FAN Removal" is added. · Page 3-119: CHECK POINT box is added. · Page 3-121: New adjustment item "DEVE. SPACER Selection" is added. [Chapter 4] · Page 4-1: Change in the procedure for Test Print my MCU PWB. · Pages 4-3, 4-7, 4-61: DIAGNOSTIC DATA DISK is replaced by SELF TRAINING KIT (#F728). [Chapter 7:] · Fuser relating exploded diagrams and controller are mainly replaced.
CHAPTER
1
PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS
EPSON EPL-C8000
Revision B
Contents
FEATURES .................................................................................................... 1 SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................... 3 Basic Specifications .................................................................................. 3 Paper Specification ................................................................................... 8 Reliability and Durability .......................................................................... 11 Operating Environment (including options) ............................................. 13 Environmental Conditions for Storage and Transportation ..................... 14 Electrical Specification ............................................................................ 15 Process Specifications ............................................................................ 16 Applicable Standards .............................................................................. 16 Consumables and Options ...................................................................... 17 Toner cartridge ................................................................................... 17 DRUM CARTRIDGE ........................................................................... 18 Fuser Oil Roll ...................................................................................... 19 Waste Toner Box ................................................................................ 19 Regularly Replaced Parts........................................................................ 19 Exterior Dimensions ................................................................................ 20 Controller Specification ........................................................................... 21 Controller Board Jumper Settings ........................................................... 21 INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................. 22 Parallel Interface Specification ................................................................ 23 Option Interface....................................................................................... 25 CONTROL PANEL....................................................................................... 26 Appearance and Descriptions ................................................................. 26 LED Description ................................................................................. 27 Button Functions ..................................................................................... 28 SERVICE FUNCTIONS................................................................................ 30 Hex dump Mode ...................................................................................... 30 EEPROM Initialization ............................................................................. 30 Formatting the Flash ROM Module ......................................................... 30 Updating the Program ROM.................................................................... 30 ROM Module Copy.................................................................................. 30 Panel Setting Initialization ....................................................................... 31 Maintenance Mode.................................................................................. 31 Error Recovery Operation ....................................................................... 31 PANEL SETTING......................................................................................... 32 Setting Methods ...................................................................................... 32 SelecType Setting Menu List .................................................................. 35 Details of Menus and Settings ................................................................ 39
EPSON EPL-C8000
Rev. B
2. Color management technology n AcuLaser Color Halftoning included n RGB multivalue input processing (Controller carries out binarization processing: color mapping, color correction, and screening.) n Enhanced ASIC (AcuLaser Color Halftoning, CCNV) 3. Data compression technology n Multivalue data compression: reduces RAM use and increses host-I/F data transfer speed. 4. Firmware Program is executed on the RAM. At the power on, compressed ROM program data is expanded into RAM by lPL in the MASK ROM. n RAM execution increases processing speed (fast access, 64-bit processing instead of 32-bit) n Program compression reduces usage of program memory in ROM 5. Bi-directional I/F conforms to IEEE1284 ECP n ECP-based high-speed data transfer (to/from host) n Printer can return status to host. 6. Includes two Type-B interface slots. 7. installation of expansion RAM (DIMMs) provides improvements in the following. n Drawing area for AcuLaser Color Halftoning, Enhanced Micro Gray. n Print data processing speed n Resolution 8. Includes toner-save mode (color, monochrome)
1.1 Features
EPL-C8000 is a non-impact color page printer that makes the most use of the semi-conductor laser and electrophotographic technology. o Engine 1. Designed for performance in true business environments. Supports sizes from A5 to A3W. Printing speed (on A4/Letter) is 4ppm for color printing, 16ppm for monochrome printing. 2. Supports high-resolution full color (True 600dpi). 3. Can generate high-quality prints on special (dedicated) paper. 4. Supports thick sheets and OHP (dedicated OHP sheets). 5. Easy to maintain. 6. 2 Standard paper feed bins= paper tray (150 sheets; A3W) and standard universal cassette (250 sheets: A3). When the optional Large Capacity Paper unit attached, total capacity is up to 1150sheets with 5 bins. 7. Standard paper ejection is face down (up to 250 sheets). Face-up ejection is also available (up to 150 sheets). o Controller features 1. Newly developed high-speed controller n New 64-bit RISC CPU: n 64-bit high speed memory: R4700 - 133MHz SDRAM DIMM
n 64MB RAM standard: expandable up to 256MB (2 expansion slots)
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9. ROM update by flash-DIMM installation 10. Includes RIT and Enhanced Micro Gray monochrome technologies o Software features 1. ESC/Page-Color n Printer pages: High Speed priority. Color correction and color adjustment can be set for each object. (But 1 resolution and screen type [gradation=LPl] per page.) n Driver page: Fast processing (on fast PC). Color correction and color adjustment can be set for each object. n Image: Full color (WYSIWYG). 2. Bidirectional EJL can retrieve printer status and monitor the printer environment. 3. The following emulation modes are fully compatible with EPL-5700: LJ4, GL2, ESCP2, FX, I239X, and ESC/Page (monochrome).
Rev. B
Figure 1-1. Exterior View of EPL-C8000
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EPSON EPL-C8000
Rev. B
1.2 Specifications
Print mode
Table 1-1. Speed Mode
Speed mode Standard mode Half speed mode Standard mode half speed mode LT/A4 LEF 2UP (*1) 16 PPM or more 2.7 PPM or more 4 PPM or more 1.8 PPM or more B(LD)/A3 SEF (*2) 8PPM or more 1.3PPM or more 2PPM or more 0.9PPM or more B/W Color
This section describes specifications for this printer.
1.2.1 Basic Specifications
o Method: o Resolution: o Print mode: n B/W mode: n Color mode: o Speed mode: n Standard mode: Transports paper at the highest speed supported by the printer. Standard monochrome print mode that supports the fastest speed. Color mode which uses the color toner of Y, M, C, and BK. Semi-conductive laser beam scanning and dry electrophotographic process 600 DPI
Notes:
*1. In this mode, the printer prints tow print images on the IBT belt and the images are transferred in sequence onto two sheets of paper. It is available for LT/A4 (LEF) or smaller.
*2. [LEF, or Long Edge Feed] The longer edge of the paper is the top toward the paper feed direction. [SEF, or Short Edge Feed] The shorter edge of the paper is the top toward the paper feed direction.
o First print*: - Face-up B/W: Color: - Face-down B/W: Color:
20 seconds or less (LT/A4 LEF) 42.6 seconds or less (LT/A4 LEF) 24.9 seconds or less (LT/A4 LEF) 47.6 seconds or less (LT/A4 LEF)
n Half speed mode: Low speed mode that enables better fusing for thick paper (over 105g/m2) envelopes, and OHP sheet. o Print Speed: See Table 1-1.
NOTE:Fist print is defined as the duration taken after receiving the start command until outputting the first print. It is applicable when a feeder is selected in the standard mode. (Not applied during the process control operation.)
o Warm-up time: Within 300 seconds (at 22 degree Celsius, 58% Rh, rated voltage)
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o Paper Handling: See Table 1-2. Table 1-2. Paper Feeding
Paper source Standard Tray (MSI) *1 *5
Rev. B
Available feeder
Capacity (Thickness) 150 sheets (16mm) 75 sheets 20 sheets
Paper size 90 x 139.7 - 330.2 x 457.2 mm
Available paper thickness 60 - 105g/m2 , 16 - 20 lb (Normal paper, Recommended paper)
90 x 139.7 - 330.2 x 457.2 mm 105 - 220g/m2 OHP sheet/Labels/Thick paper (Thick paper, Special paper) Envelopes *4 Monarch, C10, DL, C6 B5 LEF, Letter LEF, A4 LEF, B4, A3, Legal, Executive LEF, Ledger (B) A3W (304.8 x 420 - 330.2 x 457.2 mm) Letter LEF, A4LEF, B4, A3, Legal LEF, Executive LEF, Ledger (B) 60 - 105g/m2 (Normal paper, Recommended paper) 60 - 105g/m2 (Normal paper, Recommended paper) 60 - 105g/m2 (Normal paper, Recommended paper)
Cassette Unit *2 *6
Standard universal cassette A3W cassette (option) Large capacity paper cassette unit (option) *3
Standard feeder
250 sheets (28mm)
Standard feeder 250 x 3 feeder (option)
250 sheets (28mm) 250 sheets (28mm)
Notes:
*1. Change the side guide in the MSI tray for the paper whose width is more than 304.8mm (12"). *2. Each paper cassette is equipped with 2 separate paper guides, side guide and end guide, which also serves to detect paper size. They are adjusted by users. Maximum of 4 cassette unit including one standard and optional paper cassettes (250 sheets x 3) can be used. With these installed, the printer can hold up to 1150 sheets. *3. Composed of 3 paper cassettes (each holds 250 sheets). This paper cassette unit is compatible with the standard universal cassette, and either paper cassette can accommodate it. *4. Note the following points when setting envelopes: - Must be loaded with the longer edge first. - Set envelopes with their flaps open and set to the rear end toward paper feeding direction. - The minimum length with a flap open is 143mm. - The minimum width is 90mm. *5. Out of paper sensor installed. *6. Out of paper sensor and near end sensor installed. Near end sensor is actuated when the remaining paper is 40 ± 30 sheets*. * Applicable to paper of 64g/m2.
o Paper Size:
See Table 1-3 in the next page.
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Table 1-3. Paper Size Availability
Paper setting orientation Paper Size Standard tray (MSI) SEF SEF LEF LEF SEF LEF LEF LEF LEF SEF LEF SEF LEF SEF SEF SEF SEF LEF LEF SEF SEF LEF Standard cassette A3W cassette 2UP mode availability Notes
Rev. B
Normal paper
A3W A3 A4 A5 B4 B5 I-B5 LT HLT LG EXE GLG GLT B (LD) F4 328 x 453mm 297 x 420mm 210 x 297mm 148 x 210mm 257 x 364mm 182 x 257mm 176 x 250 8.5 x 11" (215.9 x 279.4mm) 5.5 x 8.5" (139.7X215.9mm) 8.5 x l4" (215.9X355.6mm) 7.25 x 10.5" (184.15X266.7mm) 8.5 x 13" (215.9X330.2mm) 8 x 10.5" (203.2 x 266.7mm) 11 x 17" (279.4 x 431.8mm) 210 x 330 8.5 x 11" (210 x 297mm) 3 7/8" x 71/2" (98.43 x 190.5mm) 41/8 x 91/2 (104.78 x 241.3mm) 110 x 220mm 114 x 162 SEF Unavailable Unavailable Available Available Unavailable Available Available Available Available Unavailable Available Unavailable Available Unavailable Unavailable
· LEF: Long edge is loaded first. · SEF: Short edge is loaded first. · 2UP is available only for paper size of LT(LEF) or smaller. For custom size paper, paper length along the loading direction must be 8.5 inch or shorter. As for envelopes, the total length including the opened flap part must be 8.5 inch or shorter. · The minimum size of paper set in the standard universal paper cassette is EXE (LEF). · The maximum size of paper set in the MSI tray is 330.2 x 457.2 mm (13" x 18"). · When setting envelopes (LEF*), open their flaps and set the rear ends of the flaps toward paper feeding direction. · A3W cassette have capability for only A3W paper.
Special paper
OHP Sheet MON C10 DL C6 LEF LEF* LEF* LEF* LEF* Available Available Available Available Available
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o Paper aligning: o Consumables: n n n n TONER CARTRIDGE (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) DRUM CARTRIDGE (including one WASTE TONER BOX) WASTE TONER BOX OIL ROLL Single side aligning (front side) for all sizes (both standard tray (MSI) and each cassette)
Rev. B Notes:
*1. The minimum size available for FD ejection is 182 mm toward paper feeding direction. *2. FU*2 means face-up ejection for OHP sheet, thick paper, and envelopes.
o Dimensions (without option): 728 (W)* mm x 641 (D)* mm x 490 (H) mm (tolerances: ± 1%) * When the standard tray (MSI) and Output tray (FU) are stored.) o Weight: o Voltage: 68.4 kg ± 1% (without option) 110V/120V ± 10%, 50/60Hz ± 3Hz 220V/240V ± 10%, 50/60Hz ± 3Hz
o Regular replaced parts: n MAIN FUSER ASSEMBLY n Air filter (replaced with the MAIN FUSER ASSEMBLY n 2ND BTR ASSEMBLY o Paper Output: n Face-down (FD): 250 sheets (B5/EXE or larger, up to 105g/m2or 28lb n Face-up (FU): 150 sheets (smaller than A4), 50 sheets (A4 or larger) See Table 1-4 for the FD availability for each paper size. Table 1-4. Face-Down Output Availability
Paper Size Normal paper A3W A3 A4 A5 B4 B5 LT I-B5 Special paper OHP sheet Card stock MON FD Availability Available Available Available Unavailable Available Available Available Unavailable FU *2 FU *2 FU *2 C10 DL C6 FU *2 FU *2 FU *2 Paper Size HLT LG EXE GLG GLT B(LD) F4 FD Availability *1 Unavailable Available Available Available Available Available Available
o Power consumption, Rated current: See Table 1-5. Table 1-5. Power Consumption Specifications
Power consumption Operating (color) Operating (B/W) · Average: 400Wh or less · Maximum: 1100W or less (Fuser: On) · Average: 500Wh or less · Maximum: 1100W or less (Fuser: On) · Average: 250Wh or less · Maximum: 1000W or less (Fuser: On) 100W or less (Fuser: Off) · Average: 200Wh or less · Maximum: 1000W or less (Fuser: On) 100W or less (Fuser: Off) · Average: 45Wh or less · Maximum: 1000W or less (Fuser: On) 100W or less (Fuser: Off) 11A or less (at rated voltage) 10A or less (at rated voltage) 5A or less (at rated voltage)
Standby mode
Energy save mode *1 Energy save mode *2 Rated current · 100 V: · 115V: · 240V:
Notes:
*1. Saves more energy than in standby mode.Time required for warning up is shorter. *2. Completely non-operating condition. Complies with the Energy Star.
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o Product life n Printer: Approximately 180,000 printed pages on A4 LEF (450,000 images) or five years, whichever comes first. n Standard tray (MSI): n 250 sheets x 3 feeders: o Acoostic Noise: 72,000 sheets 135,000 sheets (45,000 sheets x 3)
Rev. B
Operating = 54.8dB (A) or less Stand-by = 38.3dB (A) or less Energy Save mode 1 = 38.3dB (A) or less Energy Save mode 2 = 35.0dB (A) or less
o Ozone emission: 0.02 ppm (time waited average value) or less. o Toxicity: Photo conductor, toner, carrier, plastic material have no effect on human body.
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n Paper with labels that come off and stick easily. n Paper with glue, staples, or paper clips attached. n Special ink-jet paper (Super Fine Paper, glossy film, and so on.) n OHP sheets for other color laser printers, monochrome printers, and photocopiers. n Paper that has gone through other color laser printers, monochrome printers, and photocopiers. n Pasted paper
1.2.2 Paper Specification
o Paper specifications: See Table 1-6.
Table 1-6. Paper Specifications
Paper Type Recommended paper Normal Paper Special Paper 4024 paper (B/W), X-pression paper (color) Normal copier paper, Recycled paper, 60g/m 2 - 105g/m 2 (16lb - 28lb) OHP film, Card stock, Labels, Color paper, Thick paper (105g/m2 - 220g/m2), DTP paper , Envelopes
NOTE: lb: Ream Weight = lb/500sheets/17" x 22" 1g/m2 = 0.2659763 lb NOTE: Before purchasing a large amount of paper, try it out and check that it is properly fed. NOTE: Avoid using the types of paper listed below to prevent abnormal printing, paper jam, and printer malfunction.
n Carbon paper, non-carbon paper, thermal paper, impact paperm, acidic paper n Paper that has gone through a thermal or an ink-jet printer. n Paper that is too thick or thin. n Wet (damp) paper n Paper to which a special coating has been applied, or colored paper that has gone through surface process. n Paper that has been lubricated (too smooth or slippery). n Paper whose texture is different on the front and back. n Paper with holes for binders and perforations. n Paper with irregular shape or not cut with right angles.
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o Paper path classification: See Table 1-7. Table 1-7. Paper Usability for Each Paper Path
Paper path Standard (MSI) tray Standard universal cassette A3W cassette *3 Large capacity paper cassette *3 Recommended paper RF RF RF RF Normal paper P P P P Special paper OHP sheet P N N N Postcard P N N N Labels P N N N Thick paper*1 P N N N Envelopes *2 P N N N
Rev. B
Notes:
*1. *2. *3. *4.
105 - 220g/m2 MON, C10, DL, C6 Option RF: Reliable feeding and good image quality P: Possible, but limited to paper generally available N: Not supported
4 m m 4 m m 4 m m
o Guaranteed print area: See Figure 1-2. n Maximum guaranteed print area: Area with margins of 4 mm from each side Applied to a paper size up to 297mm (11.7") width x 431.8mm (17") length. o Maximum printable area: 320mm (12.6") width x 449.2mm (17.7") length
G u a ra n te e d p r in t a r e a
4 m m
Figure 1-2. Guaranteed Print Area
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o Printable area: Paper whose width is 304.8mm (12") or shorter: From the edge Paper whose width is longer than 304.8mm (12")*: From the point with a margin of 5mm
Rev. B
n When the standard universal cassette or large capacity paper cassette unit is used.
3 0 4 .8 m m 4 m m 2 9 6 .8 m m
4 m m
(1 2 ") (1 1 .7 ") 4 m m
* When loading paper whose width is more than 304.8 mm (12"), the standard cassette (MSI) is shifted and print position starts with a margin of 5 mm from the paper edge (a). This change is applied to paper loaded from the A3W cassette.
n When the standard tray (MSI) or A3W cassette is used.
3 3 0 .2 m m 3 2 0 m m 2 9 7 m m (1 3 ") (1 2 ,6 ") (1 1 .7 ")
4 5 7 .2 m m (1 8 ")
4 3 1 .8 m m (1 7 ")
P r in ta b le a r e a P a p e r fe e d in g d ir e c tio n
4 m m
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4 5 7 .2 m m (1 8 ")
(a )
P r in ta b le a re a P a p e r fe e d in g d ir e c tio n
S id e g u id e p o s itio n fo r p a p e r w h o s e w id th is 3 0 4 .8 m m
( 1 2 " ) o r le s s
M a x im u m s iz e o f p a p e r : 3 0 4 .8 m m ( 1 2 " ) w id th x 4 5 7 .2 m m ( 1 8 " ) le n g th P r in ta b le a r e a : 2 9 6 .8 m m ( 1 1 .7 " ) w id th x 4 4 9 .2 m m ( 1 7 .7 " ) le n g th G u a r a n te e d p r in t a r e a : 2 9 6 .8 m m ( 1 1 .7 " ) w id th x 4 3 1 .8 m m ( 1 7 " ) le n g th
Figure 1-4. Printable Area 2
S id e g u id e p o s itio n fo r p a p e r w h o s e w id th is 3 0 4 .8 m m
o r s h o rte r
S id e g u id e p o s itio n fo r p a p e r w h o s e w id th is m o r e th a n 3 0 4 .8 m m L e n g th b e tw e e n th e g u id e s is 1 2 .6 m m M a x im u m s iz e o f p a p e r : 3 3 0 .2 m m ( 1 3 " ) w id th x 4 5 7 .2 m m ( 1 8 " ) le n g th P r in ta b le a r e a : 3 2 0 .0 m m ( 1 2 .6 " ) w id th x 4 4 9 .2 m m ( 1 7 .7 " ) le n g th G u a r a n te e d p r in t a r e a : 2 9 7 m m ( 1 1 .7 " ) w id th x 4 3 1 .8 m m ( 1 7 " ) le n g th
Figure 1-3. Printable Area 1
PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS
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Rev. B
o Print position accuracy: n Main scan direction: Reference position (c) ± 2.5 mm n Sub scan direction: See Figure 1-4. o Paper skew:
a c b
1.2.3 Reliability and Durability
o MPBF: - Printer including standard tray (MSI): 38,000 pages or more (95,000 images or more*) - Printer including optional 250 sheet x 3 feeders: 32,000 pages or more (80,000 images or more*)
Reference position (a) ± 2.0 mm
See Figure 1-4 and Table 1-9.
NOTE:Figured out based on the MPBF in condition that the job ratio of the color and monochrome prints is 1 : 1, since 1 page of color print is formed with 4 images.
o Paper Feed Reliability: See Table 1-8.
P a p e r fe e d in g d ir e c tio n
Table 1-8. Paper Feed Reliability
Recommended paper Normal paper Special paper *
P r in t a r e a
f
o Standard paper tray
Paper jam rate Multiple feeding rate Paper jam rate Multiple feeding rate Paper jam rate Multiple feeding rate 1/500 or less 1/80 or less 1/3,000 or less 1/800 or less 1/2,000 or less 1/500 or less 1/100 or less 1/50 or less 1/2,000 or less 1/500 or less 1/100 1/50
o Standard universal cassette/Large capacity paper cassette (option)
d
o A3W cassette (option)
e
Figure 1-5. Paper Skew Table 1-9. Paper Skew
Direction Main scan direction (|c-d|) Sub scan direction (|a-b|) A4 (landscape)
±1.5mm(f=196mm) ±2.0mm(e=271mm)
* Do not feed envelopes at high temperature to avoid adhering. * Statistics for envelopes only applies to front face feeding under normal temperature. (back side feeding is not included.)
A3
±3.0mm(f=406mm) ±2.0mm(f=271mm)
NOTE:Paper jam or multiple feeding occurred to the top sheet of an added stack of paper is ignored.
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o Durability: n Printer itself: 180,000 sheets (450,000 images) A4 LEF or 5 years, whichever comes first. Parts regularly replaced by the service is ignored.
* 450,000 for monochrome print only. In color printing, one page is formed with 4 images, and the value "180,000" sheets is figured out in the condition that the job ratio of monochrome and color printings is 1:1.
Rev. B
n Standard tray (MSI): n 250sheets x 3 feeders: o MTTR:
72,000 sheets 135,000 sheets (45,000 sheets x 3) Within 30 minutes (average)
o Curl height at ejection: Less than ± 15mm (Color printing with the image ratio of 5 % in nonaligned condition, which varies depending on the image rate and aligning pattern.)
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Rev. B
1.2.4 Operating Environment (including options)
o Temperature: o Humidity: 10 to 32 °C 15% to 85% RH (without condensation)
V e n tila tio n V e n tila tio n
o Air pressure(altitude): 760hPa or more (2500 meters or less) o Levelness: n Front- rear direction on the table: 5mm or less (within 641mm) n Right - left direction on the table:10mm or less (within 560mm) o Luminosity: 3000 lux or less (not to exposed to direct sunlight)
T o p u ll o u t th e F U S E R U N IT to re m o v e ja m m e d p a p e r .
T o p u ll o u t th e p a p e r p a th u n it to r e m o v e ja m m e d p a p e r .
o Surrounding environment: See Figure 1-6.
T o P u s ta n d c a s s e p u ttin ll o a rd tte g p u t th p a p u n it a p e r . e e r w h e n
* 5 1 1 m m
w ith th e fa c e - u p tr a y in s ta lle d .
Figure 1-6. Space Requirement........................................................................................
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Rev. B
1.2.5 Environmental Conditions for Storage and Transportation
o temperature and Humidity: See Table 1-10.
Table 1-10. Environmental Conditions 1
Temperature Normal condition Extreme condition 0 - 35 °C High: 35 - 40 °C Low: -20 - 0 °C Humidity 15 - 80%RH* Guaranty For 12 months
High: 80 - 95%RH* One month (Max.) Low: 5 - 15%RH*
* Without condensation.
o Storage air pressure (altitude): 0 - 2500m (0 up to 15000m is possible during air shipping, but the air pressure in the cargo room must be 0.7 hPA or more.) o Drop test: See Table 1-11. Table 1-11. Drop Test
Height Bottom: 457 mm (18") Free drop Other than bottom: 305mm (12") 457 mm (18") Once Once for each surface (total of 5 times) Once for each side (total of 4 times) Test times
Ridge drop
o Resistance to vibration: n Frequency: n Acceleration: n Direction: n Duration: 2 - 500 Hz 12.6 m/s 2 (on a vibrating board)*1 3 directions (X, Y, Z) *2 30 minutes (single way)
*1.Overall rms value *2.Z: vertical, X and Y: horizontal
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Rev. B
o Leakage current: n 100 V model: 50 to 1000 ns +/- Not synchronized Common/normal 1kv (However, the parts can withstand up to 2kv without damage.) DIP 100% (at rated voltage-10%) for one cycle with normal print quality. n 120V model: n 220V/240V model: Condition: 0.5mA or less 3.5mA or less 3.5mmA or less 1.5K , 0.15uF (between non-metallic parts and frames)
1.2.6 Electrical Specification
o AC line noise: n Pulse width: n Pulse polarity: n Repeat: n Modes: n Voltage: o Instant cutoff:
o Electrostatic durability: No possibility of any error which affects on print quality under the following conditions. n Atmospheric discharging: n Contact discharging: o Rush current:
± 8KV ± 6KV
1/2 cycle, 100A or less
o Insulation resistance: 10 M or more o Dielectric strength: There is no breakdown when the following voltages are applied for one minute. n 100V/120V model: AC 2000V (Between primary and secondary sides) AC 1000V (Between primary side and chassis) n 220V/240V model: AC 2000V (Between primary and secondary sides) AC 1500V (Between primary side and chassis)
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Rev. B
n 220V/240V: IEC825 Class l Laser Product Note: Laser power: Wavelength: o EMI n US: n Europe: FCCPart15 SubpartB, ClassB(ANSI 63.4/11.4D) 5mW (rated) 785nm +10/-15nm (at 25 °C)
1.2.7 Process Specifications
o Printing method: Dry electrophotographic with 2 ingredients Using the intermediate belt transfer system Semi-conductive laser beam OPC drum (organic photo conductor) Roller transfer system Exposed part developing system Single-ingredient nonmagnetic toner with carrier Intermediate belt transfer system Roller transfer system Heat roller system Automatic (can not be set by user)
o Light source: o Exposed object: o Charging method: o Developing method: o Toner: o 1st transfer: o 2nd transfer: o Fusing: o Density adjustment:
EN55022(CSIPR Pubilication22), ClassB or EN61000-3-2 (Hamonics)* EN61000-3-3 (Flicker)* * Becomes effective in January, 2001
o Others n Toner: n Carrier: n OPC: n Ozone: n Material: No effect on human health (OSHA, TSCA, EINECS) No effect on human health No effect on human health (OSHA) UL478 (5th edition) SWISS environmental law (must contains no Cds)
1.2.8 Applicable Standards
o Safety Standards n 100V/120V: UL1950 2nd Edition, CSA C22.2 No. 950-M89 n 220V/240V: IEC950 2nd Edition/1991 by VDE with GS-mark o Safety regulations: n 100V/120V: FDA21CFR Chapter 1, Subchapter L, Section 1010, 1040
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Rev. B
1.2.9 Consumables and Options
The table below shows the consumables and options available for EPLC8000. Table 1-12. Consumables and Options Available for EPL-C8000
Code Items C81301* C81302* S050016 S050017 S050018 S050019 S050020 S052002 S051061 S041175 S041174 C82357*, C82362* C82363*, C82364* C82307* C82310* C82314* C82315* C82312* C82313*
1.2.9.1 Toner cartridge
o Toner Cartridge life: See Table 1-13.
Table 1-13. Toner Cartridge Life
Item Toner Cartridge (Black) Toner Cartridge (Cyan) Toner Cartridge (Magenta) Toner Cartridge (Yellow) 4,500 images 6,000 images* 6,000 images* 6,000 images* Life
o Option
Large Capacity Paper Unit 250 Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit A3W RIPStation 5100
o Consumables
Toner Cartridge (Yellow) Toner Cartridge (Magenta) Toner Cartridge (Cyan) Toner Cartridge (Black) Waste Toner Collector (WASTE TONER BOX) Fuser Oil Roll Photoconductor unit (DRUM CARTRIDGE) EPSON Color Laser Transparencies (A4) EPSON Color Laser Transparencies (Letter)
* Defined under the conditions that the image ratio is 5% on A4 (LEF) paper during continuous printing, and different in color printing. Also, life varies depending on the image ratio and printer usage, weather continuous or intermittent.
o Dimensions and weight: See Table 1-14. (Tolerances for dimensions and weight are both ± 1%) Table 1-14. Dimensions and Weight
Unpacked Dimensions (WxDxH) Weight 50 mm(W) x 400mm (D) x 54.5mm (H) Black: 0.39kg Y/M/C: 0.39kg Packed 85 mm(W) x 435mm (D) x 80mm (H) Black: 0.48kg Y/M/C: 0.48kg
o Interface card
Ethernet Interface Card 32KB Serial Interface Card 32KB Parallel Interface Card Coax Interface Card Twinax Interface Card LocalTalk Interface Card GPIB Interface Card
* Asterisk varies depending on the market.
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o Environmental conditions for storage and transportation n Temperature/Humidity: See Table 1-15. Table 1-15. Temperature/Humidity
Temperature Normal condition Extreme condition 0 - 35 °C High: 35 - 45 °C Low: -20 - 0 °C Humidity 15 - 80% RH *1 Guaranty *1 24 months Formation Life Dimension (WxDxH) *2 Weight Environmental condition for storage and transportation
Rev. B
1.2.9.2 DRUM CARTRIDGE
o Specifications: See Table 1-16.
Table 1-16. Photoconductor Unit Specifications
Specifications Photoconductor, drum cleaner, waste toner box 20,000 sheets *1 (same for the waste toner box) · Unpacked: 213 mm(W) x510 mm (D) x 181 mm (H) · Packed: 318 mm(W) x 618 mm (D) x 280 mm (H) · Unpacked: 2.45 kg · Packed: 3.5 kg Same as for Toner Cartridge
High: 80 - 95% Rh*1 1 month (Max.) Low: 5 - 15% Rh*1
*1. Without condensation *2. 12 months for unpacked cartridges under the used condition.
o Storage air pressure: 0 - 2,500m (0 up to 15,000 m is possible during air shipping, but the air pressure in the cargo room must be 0.7 hPA or more.) o Drop test: n Height: o Resistance to vibration: n Frequency: n Acceleration: n Direction: n Duration: 5 - 100 Hz 0.7G 3 directions (X, Y, Z) *2 50 minutes (single way) for each direction 91 cm (1 corner, 3 sides, 6 surfaces)
*1.Defined under the conditions that the image ratio is 5% on A4 (LEF) paper during continuous printing, and different in color printing. Also, life varies depending on the image ratio and printer usage, weather continuous or intermittent printing. *2.Tolerances for dimensions and weight are both ± 1%
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Rev. B
1.2.9.3 Fuser Oil Roll
o OIL ROLL specifications: See Table 1-17.
1.2.9.4 Waste Toner Box
o WASTE TONER BOX specifications: See Table 1-18.
Table 1-17. Fuser Oil Roll Unit Specifications
Specifications Formation Life Dimensions (WxDxH) *2 Weight Environmental condition for storage and transportation Oil roll 20,000 sheets *1 · Unpacked: 75 mm(W) x 421 mm (D) x 48 mm (H) · Packed: 160 mm(W) x 600 mm (D) x 130 mm (H) · Unpacked: 0.68 kg · Packed: 1 kg Same as for Toner Cartridge Formation Life
Table 1-18. Waste Toner Box
Specifications Waste toner box and others 20,000 sheets *1 · Unpacked: 80 mm(W) x 444 mm (D) x 131 mm (H) · Packed: 149 mm(W) x 495 mm (D) x 192 mm (H) · Unpacked: 0.45 kg · Packed: 0.87 kg Same as for Toner Cartridge
Dimensions (WxDxH) *2 Weight Environmental condition for storage and transportation
*1. Varies depending on the operating conditions, as follows:
*1. Defined under the conditions that the image ratio is 5% on A4
Operating rate is 120 sheets / day or more: 20,000 sheets Operating rate is 120 sheets / day or less: 11,000 sheets
*2. Tolerances for dimensions and weight are both ± 1%
(LEF) printing at 4P/J. Life varies depending on the image ratio and printer usage, weather continuous or intermittent printing.
*2. Tolerances for dimensions and weight are both ± 1%
1.2.10 Regularly Replaced Parts
The regularly replaced parts (replaced by service engineers) and their lives are as follows. n MAIN FUSER ASSEMBLY (including the ventilation filter) n 2ND BTR ASSEMBLY: 100,000 sheets 100,000 sheets
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EPSON EPL-C8000
Rev. B
1.2.11 Exterior Dimensions
Exterior dimensions of the EPL-C8000 are as follows.
5 6 0 m m (W )
7 2 8 m m (W ) 1 3 6 7 .4 m m (M a x .)
Figure 1-7. Exterior Dimensions of EPL-C8000
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4 9 0 m m (H )
6 4 1 m m (D )
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Rev. B
1.2.12 Controller Specification
- Optional: · CPU: · Enhancement: Technologies: · RAM: R4700 (133MHz) AcuLaser Color Halftoning: Up to 256 tones per color Enhanced Micro Gray: Up to 4 tones per color RIT: For B/W SDRAM, 64-bit-wide DIMM (168 pins, 3.3V) Maximum: 256MB 3 RAM slots (1of them is used for standard RAM) 64MB 32MB, 64MB, 128MB 64 bit-wide 4MB (DIMM) 2MB 2 slots (ROM DIMM slots) Flash DIMM, Font ROM module NLSP fonts only 1-line 20-Character LCD, 6 LEDs, 8 switches Parallel (1 Channel) 1EEE-1284-compliant bidirectional; B-type connector; Compatibility; Nibble; ECP Type-B (2 slots) Settings made at panel or by EJL commands. Memory element: EEPROM (serial type, 16Kbit) ESC/Page-Color ESC/Page (B/W) LJ4 (B/W) GL2 (B/W) ESCP2 (B/W) FX (B/W) 1239X (B/W) - Others: · Supplementary Software: Postscript3 with RIPStation 5100 EJL, PJL RCC Status sheet Test sheet (color sample) Hex dump Maintenance mode (for engine)
1.2.13 Controller Board Jumper Settings
The controller board configuration of this printer can be set for the target market (destination) as indicated below. The settings are made at factory (by jumper resistor). o Market (destination) settings: A4/Letter switch North-South America: Other markets: Letter, EXE A4, B5
- Standard: - Expansion: · ROM: - Program: - Font · Expansion ROM: - Slot A: - Slot B: · Panel: · Interfaces - Standard:
- Optional: · Printer settings: · Printer Modes - Standard:
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Figure below shows the locations of these interfaces.
1.3 Interface Specifications
The EPL-C8000 supports the following external interfaces. o Standard 1. Parallel interface o Optional 2. Type-B host interfaces (2 slots) The host interface usage configurations are as follows. Table 1-19. Host Interface Usage Configurations
Parallel I/F 1. Automatic I/F switching 2. Fixed I/F (Parallel) 3. Fixed I/F AUX1 4. Fixed I/F AUX2 Usable Usable Not Usable Not Usable Type B (AUX1) I/F Usable Not Usable Usable Not Usable Type B (AUX2) I/F Usable Not Usable Not Usable Usable
T y p e -B (A U X 1 ) In te rfa c e
P a r a lle le In te r fa c e
T y p e -B (A U X 2 ) In te rfa c e
Figure 1-8. Locations of the Interface Slots
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Rev. B
1.3.1 Parallel Interface Specification
o Interface type: IEEE 1284 High-Speed Bi-directional Parallel I/F
D A T A S T R B X
(1 ) 1
o Operating Modes: Compatibility, Nibble, ECP o Synchronization: /STROBE pulse o Connector type: o Plug: 57RE-40360-830B(D7A)DDK or equivalent Amphenol equivalent
V V A A L L I ID D
(2 ) 3 (3 ) 2
V V A A L L I ID D
B U S Y A C K X
(4 ) (5 ) (7 ) 7 ( 88 ) ( 6 6 ) 8 6
o Data transmission timing:Refer to Table 1-20 and Figure 1-9. o Device ID: See Table 1-21. Table 1-20. Data Transmission Timing
Min. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) Data hold setup Data hold Strobe pulse BUSY to STRBX STROB to BUSY BUSY to STRBX ACKX pulse width ACKX to BUSY BUSY to PE or ERRX PE or ERRX to BUSY Power on to signal output valid PE or ERRX to ACKX STRBX to ACKX 2 ms* 0 s* 0 us 0.5 us 0s 2 ms* 2 ms* 05 s 1 us* 0.5 us 0.5 us 0.5 us 0 us 0.5 us Typ. Max
Figure 1-9. Data Transmission Timing
*
Table 1-21. Device ID
*1; MFG: CMD: EPSON; PJL, EJL, ESCPL2-00, ESCP9-84, PRPXL24-01, HP ENHANCED PCL5, HPGL2-01, ESCPAGE-04, ESCPAGECOLOR; EPL-C8000;*2 PRINTER; *3; *4; EPSON EPLC-8000;*5
MDL: CLS: MODE: STATUS: DES:
*1. Total length of Device ID + 2 (hex) *2. Model name *3. Emulation type defined by currently running emulation CMD. If no emulation is running, it is "EJL". *4. Either "IDLE" or "BUSY". *5. Manufacture and product name
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Table 1-22. Centrocics Parallel Interface Pin Assignment
Pin No. 1 2-9 10 11 12 13 14 Signal Name STRBX DATA 1-8 ACKNLGX BUSY PE SELOT AUTOX I/O I I O O O O I Description Latch pulse used to read data. DATA is valid when the signal is LOW. DATA 8 is MSB and DATA 1 is LSB. An acknowledge pulse to the host that indicates the data from the host computer has been received. HIGH status indicates the printer is not ready to accept data. Indicates paper empty status in paper tray or cassette selected. Always HIGH. When the signal is LOW, the printer automatically feeds a line as "CR" is input. The "CR" is detected when the printer is turned on or the interface selection is switched from the optional I/F to parallel I/F. Not used. Ground level for the twisted pair return. Connected to the printer chassis. The printer chassis GND and the signal GND are connected each other. Not used. Ground level for the twisted pair return. When the signal is LOW, the STRBX signal is ignored. The signal is LOW when the printer is in the following condition: User maintenance is required. Service maintenance is required. Another type of error has occurred. The printer is off line. Ground level for the twisted pair return. Not used. Pulled up to +5V through 1K resistor. Always LOW.
15 16 17 18 19-30 31 32
NC GND CG NC GND INITX ERRX
I O
33 34 35 36
GND NC +5V SELINX
I
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Rev. B
1.3.2 Option Interface
The followings are the Serial Interface Specifications by Type-B 32-K serial interface. o Interface type: RC232C or CURRENT LOOP
o Data transmission system: Full Duplex o Synchronism: n Synchronous: n Start bit: n Stop bit: n Data bit: n Parity: Asynchronous 1BIt 1Bit (Other bits could be used, but without guaranty of proper operation) 7Bit or 8Bit (DP-SW 1-2) None Even, Odd (DP-SW 1-3, 1-4)
n Protocol: - X-ON/X-OFF (Can not be used with DTR control) (DP-SW 2-3) - DTR Control (Can not be used with X-ON/X-OFF) (DP-SW 2-3) n Transmission rates: 300, 600, 1200, 1800, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 baud (DP-SW 1-5, 1-6, 2-1, 2-2)
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Rev. B
1.4 Control Panel
This section describes the control panel of this printer and its functions.
1.4.1 Appearance and Descriptions
The control panel of this printer consists of the LCD, 8 buttons, and 6 LEDs. See Figure 1-10 and Table 1-23 for the control panel appearance and its descriptions, respectively.
A B
C
D
E F
G
P a p e r S iz e C o p ie s Ite m M a n u a l F e e d M P T r a y S iz e V a lu e O r ie n ta t io n O u t B in E n te r
P a p e r S o u rc e R IT e c h M e n u
O n L in e
F o rm
F e e d
C o n tin u e
S e le c T y p e
H I
J K
R e s e t
A lt
L
M
N
O
Figure 1-10. Control Panel Appearance Table 1-23. LEDs and Switches on the Control Panel
LED Location A B C D E F G Name LCD Panel On Line LED Data LED Continue LED OneTouch Mode 1 LED OneTouch Mode 2 LED SelecType Mode LED Remarks 1 line, 20 characters (5 x 7 dot matrix) Green Yellow Red Location H I J K L M N O Name On Line button Form Feed button Continue button SelecType/Alt button Menu Select button Item Select button Value Select button Enter button Also serves as the Shift button Button Remarks
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Rev. B
o OneTouch Mode 2 LED (F) On: OneTouch mode 2 is enabled. The following 4 items can be set in this mode: - RITech - Copies - Mp Tray Size - Out Bin
1.4.1.1 LED Description
o LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) (A) One-line display for 20 characters (5 x 7 dot matrix) Normally displays printer status. In panel setting mode, LCD displays various setting values. o On Line LED (B) On: Off: The printer is on-line. The printer is a pause status.
o SelecType Mode (G) On: o All LEDs All LEDs come on when a service-call error has occurred. SelecType mode is enabled.
o Form Feed LED (C) On: Unprinted data remains in the printer. However, the lamp is not lit if the remaining data is not effective print data but other data such as control codes including commands. No effective print data remains in the printer. If control codes are not terminated, the indicator is lit. The printer is processing data.
Off: Blinking:
o Continue LED (D) Blinking: An error has occurred which can be cleared by pressing the Continue button.
o OneTouch Setting Mode 1 LED (E) On: OneTouch mode 1 is enabled. The following 4 items can be set in this mode: - Paper Source - Paper Size - Manual Feed - Orientation
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o Menu button (L) n Pressing this button activates the SelecType mode, and the initial level of the mode ("Test Menu") appears. In the SelecType mode, this button is used to select the setting menu, the primary level of the mode. n In OneTouch mode 1, used to select the value for "Paper Source". n In OneTouch mode 2, used to select the item for "RITech". n In SelecType mode, used to select the setting menu.
1.4.2 Button Functions
o On Line button (H) When the printer is on-line, pressing this button puts the printer in off-line to prevent printing. Pressed during panel setting mode, it immediately terminates the setting mode and brings the printer back to on-line status. o Form Feed button (I) If the Form Feed lamp is lit in off-line status, pressing this button causes the printer to print a page of data. If data for multiple pages has been received, it is printed. If the Form Feed LED is lit because the control codes are not terminated, the data received up to that point is printed. The printer does not eject paper when the Form Feed LED is on. o Continue button (J) While the Continue LED is on, pressing this button clears the error. Also, a warning message indicated during on-line status can be cleared by pressing this button. o SelecType button (K) (or Shift button) Used to select OneTouch mode 1 / OneTouch mode 2 / SelecType mode, as follows: n The first push of the button puts the printer in OneTouch mode 1. n Pressing this button in the OneTouch mode 1 puts the printer in OneTouch mode 2. n Pressing this button in the OneTouch mode 2 activates the SelecType mode to enter the initial level of SelecType mode. (The "Test Menu" appears.)
NOTE:If this button is pressed with the Shift button held down, setting values and items scroll backward.
o Item button (M) Pressing this button brings up the item that was last selected. n In OneTouch mode 1, this button is used to select the value for "Paper Size". n In OneTouch mode 2, this button is used to select the value for "Copies". n In SelecType mode, this button is used to select the setting item.
NOTE:If this button is pressed with the Shift button held down, setting values and items scroll backward.
o Value button (N) Pressing this button enables the item that was last selected. n In OneTouch mode 1, used to select the value for "Manual Feed". n In OneTouch mode 2, used to select the value for "MP Tray Size".
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n In SelecType mode, used to select the value for the currently selected setting item. The next available value for the item is indicated.
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NOTE:If this button is pressed with the Shift button held down, setting values and items scroll backward.
o Enter button (O) Pressing this button generates "Status Sheet" in "Test Menu". n In OneTouch mode 1, used to select the value for "Orientation". n In OneTouch mode 2, used to select the value for "Out Bin". n In SelecType mode, the setting value is confirmed and printing or other functions are activated.
NOTE:If this button is pressed with the Shift button held down, setting values and items scroll backward.
o Reset button (Continue button + Alt button) (K + J) Pressing this button with the Alt button held down causes the printer to stop printing and reset. After the message "Reset" is indicated on the LCD, if the both buttons are kept pressed for more 5 seconds, "Reset All" is indicated and warm boot is performed.
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1.5 Service Functions
Turning the printer on while pressing the specified button(s) until RAM check is completed provides several service functions. (See the next section for details.)
1.5.3 Formatting the Flash ROM Module
Alt + Item + Value + Enter + Power on Clears the flash ROM module inserted in the slot A. It starts as the message "DIMM A ERASING" appears. o Termination: After formatting the flash ROM module, the printer performs warm boot and returns to the normal states. o Buttons: o Functions:
1.5.1 Hex dump Mode
o Buttons: o Functions: Form Feed + Power on "Hex Dump" is indicated. Received data is converted into hex ASCII. This is valid for all interfaces. The hex damp sheet contains the following information. · Dump list with the received data in hex ASCII format. · Data list with 1-byte code characters (Unreadable characters are expressed by *.*. · Page number Press "Reset" button to perform warm boot or turn the printer off and back on.
1.5.4 Updating the Program ROM
o Buttons: o Functions: On Line + Alt + Value + Power on Updates the DIMM inserted in the program socket.
NOTE: This method is used to update a .crb file. In case of updating a .rcc file, refer to Section 3.2.3.1.
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1.5.5 ROM Module Copy
On Line + Alt + Enter + Power on Copies the contents of the ROM module in the socket B to the flash ROM module in the socket A. If there is no module in the socket B, the contents of the ROM module in the code ROM socket is copied. As the indication "DIMM COPY MODE" appears, press the Enter button. The contents of the ROM is erased and copy process is carried out. o Termination: After copying, the printer performs warm boot and returns to the normal states. o Buttons: o Functions:
1.5.2 EEPROM Initialization
o Buttons: o Functions: On Line + Continue + Menu + Power on Clears the EEPROM to 00h and writes factory default values. All values but the counter values for the IBT Cleaner, 2ND BTR, Fuser and accumulated printed pages are cleared. (Refer to Section 1.5.7.) After initializing, the printer performs warm boot and returns to the normal states.
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1.5.6 Panel Setting Initialization
o Buttons: o Functions: Continue + Power on All panel settings for total environment and interface-specific environment are reset to the factory defaults. Information such as accumulated printed pages to which users have no access is not initialized. After initializing, the printer performs warm boot and returns to the normal states.
1.5.8 Error Recovery Operation
By pressing the specified buttons, the following special functions are activated. a) CPU reset when E***** or C2000 Service call error is indicated Alt + Menu + Item + value + Enter Returns the printer to the normal states without turning off and back on the printer. NOTE: If the message "Printing SysErr?>" appears after this operation, an error sheet can be printed by pressing the Enter button. If any other button is pressed, the printer returns to the normal status without outputting an error sheet. b) Display of error details when E***** or C2000 Service call error is indicated Step 1 Press the Continue, Alt, and Menu buttons. "ERR Y x x x x 0x********" (code and address) appears. *1 Step 2 Press any button. "ERR TYPE 0x********" (error type) appears. Step 3 Press any button. The display returns to *1. In the software evaluation processing chart, the above two items should be included, or an error sheet (See NOTE above.) should be attached. o Buttons: o Functions:
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1.5.7 Maintenance Mode
o Buttons: o Functions: On Line + Form Feed + Continue + Power on Adds the Maintenance menu to the setting menu. After this operation, the printer automatically performs warm boot and the Maintenance menu is enabled. To eliminate this menu from the setting menus, turn the printer off and back on. Note that all engine-related Service-Call Errors (Service-Call Error e f f f f) are ignored (No Service-Call Error occurs.) while the Maintenance menu is generated. (Same as for EJL) Note the following points in the Maintenance mode: l Interfaces are always open. (Disconnected) l Before entering the Maintenance mode to print an engine status sheet, make sure no engine-related error is indicated in a normal mode (other than Maintenance mode). l In this mode, the printer only prints engine status sheet. In case other printouts such as normal status sheet is needed, be sure to check that no engine related error is indicated in a normal mode (other than Maintenance mode), as described above. Turn the printer off and back on.
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1.6 Panel Setting
This printer is equipped with 2 types of panel setting functions; the OneTouch modes and SelecType mode. The OneTouch modes allow the users to get directly to the specified items in the SelecType mode. Therefore, this manual only lists the setting items for the SelecType mode. o OneTouch mode 1/2 There are two OneTouch modes, OneTouch mode 1 and 2. This mode enables users to make selection by pressing a button in the panel design matrix. o SelecType mode The SelecType mode has two levels. 1. Setting menu Panel setting items fall into numbers of categories called setting menus. 2. Setting item This is the lowest level of the panel setting mode. Some items have values to be selecte