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SERVICE MANUAL

Color Inkjet Printer

EPSON STYLUS CX3500/CX3650/CX3600/ CX4500/CX4600

SEOT04-004

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. 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 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 the printer. The instructions and procedures included herein are intended for the experienced repair technicians, and attention should be given to the precautions on the preceding page.

Manual Configuration
This manual consists of six chapters and Appendix. CHAPTER 1.PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS Provides a general overview and specifications of the product. CHAPTER 2.OPERATING PRINCIPLES Describes the theory of electrical and mechanical operations of the product. CHAPTER 3.TROUBLESHOOTING Describes the step-by-step procedures for the troubleshooting. CHAPTER 4.DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY Describes the step-by-step procedures for disassembling and assembling the product. CHAPTER 5.ADJUSTMENT Provides Epson-approved methods for adjustment. CHAPTER 6.MAINTENANCE Provides preventive maintenance procedures and the lists of Epson-approved lubricants and adhesives required for servicing the product. CHAPTER 7.APPENDIX Provides the following additional information for reference: · Connector pin assignments · Electric circuit boards components layout · Electrical circuit boards schematics · Exploded diagram & Parts List

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

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 achieved through a previous action. I.ndicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in injury or loss of life. Indicates that a particular task must be carried out according to a certain standard after disassembly and before re-assembly, otherwise the quality of the components in question may be adversely affected.

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C H E C K P O IN T

W A R N IN G

Revision Status
Revision Issued Date Description

A

2004/8/18

First Release

NOTE: Any illustrations or photos of the printer without a card slot are based on the Stylus CX3500/3600/CX3650.

CONTENTS
Chapter 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1.1 Overview................................................................................................. 9 1.1.1 Features .......................................................................................... 9 1.2 Specifications ...................................................................................... 11 1.2.1 Printer specifications ..................................................................... 11 1.2.2 Scanner specifications .................................................................. 19 1.2.3 Common........................................................................................ 20 1.3 Interface................................................................................................ 22 1.3.1 USB Interface ................................................................................ 22 1.3.2 Standard Card Slots (only for Stylus CX4500/CX4600) ........................................................... 23 1.4 Stand-alone Copy ................................................................................ 25 1.4.1 Basic Specifications ...................................................................... 25 1.4.2 Copy Speed................................................................................... 26 1.4.3 Configuration for copying .............................................................. 26 1.4.4 Relation between original and copy .............................................. 27 1.5 Memory Card Print (only for Stylus CX4500/CX4600) .............................................................. 30 1.5.1 Basic Specifications ...................................................................... 30 1.5.2 Functions....................................................................................... 31 1.5.3 Index Sheet ................................................................................... 33 1.5.4 Layout and Paper Type, Paper Size ............................................. 36 1.5.5 Options .......................................................................................... 36 1.5.6 Trimming Function......................................................................... 36 1.5.7 Assignment Rules for Photo Frame Numbers and Rotation ......... 37 1.5.8 Layout Drawings............................................................................ 38 1.5.9 Relation between Paper Type and Quality.................................... 40 1.6 Control Panel ....................................................................................... 41 1.6.1 Buttons .......................................................................................... 41 1.6.2 Indicators....................................................................................... 41 1.6.3 Operations..................................................................................... 43 1.6.4 Printer Condition and Panel Status ............................................... 47 1.6.5 Memory Functions......................................................................... 50 1.6.6 Printer Initialization........................................................................ 51

Chapter 2 OPERATING PRINCIPLES
2.1 Overview .............................................................................................. 53 2.2 Printer Mechanism .............................................................................. 2.2.1 Printer Mechanism ........................................................................ 2.2.2 Print Head ..................................................................................... 2.2.3 Carriage Mechanism ..................................................................... 2.2.4 Paper Loading/Feeding Mechanism ............................................. 2.2.5 Ink System Mechanism ................................................................. 2.2.6 Ink Sequence ................................................................................ 53 53 54 56 58 63 66

2.3 Scanner Mechanism............................................................................ 68 2.3.1 Scanner Carriage Mechanism....................................................... 68 2.4 Electrical Circuit Operating Principles.............................................. 70 2.4.1 PSB/PSE Board ............................................................................ 71 2.4.2 C571/577 Main Board ................................................................... 72

Chapter 3 TROUBLESHOOTING
3.1 Overview .............................................................................................. 80 3.2 Error Indications and Fault Occurrence Causes .............................. 80 3.3 Troubleshooting .................................................................................. 85 3.3.1 Superficial Phenomenon-Based Troubleshooting ....................... 105

Chapter 4 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
4.1 Overview ............................................................................................ 114 4.1.1 Precautions ................................................................................. 114 4.1.2 Tools ........................................................................................... 115

4.1.3 Work Completion Check.............................................................. 116 4.2 Caution regarding assembling/disassembling of the Printer Mechanism, and how to ensure of quality on re-assembled product . 117 4.3 Disassembly....................................................................................... 118 4.3.1 Document Cover ......................................................................... 119 4.3.2 Paper Support Assy. ................................................................... 120 4.3.3 Stacker Assy. .............................................................................. 120 4.3.4 Scanner Unit................................................................................ 121 4.3.5 Panel Unit.................................................................................... 126 4.3.6 Housing Upper ............................................................................ 127 4.3.7 Print Head ................................................................................... 128 4.3.8 Printer Mechanism ...................................................................... 130 4.3.9 PS Board Unit.............................................................................. 133 4.3.10 Waste Ink Pads ......................................................................... 134 4.3.11 Main Board Unit......................................................................... 136 4.3.12 ASF Unit .................................................................................... 141 4.3.13 Holder Shaft Unit ....................................................................... 143 4.3.14 CR Guide Frame ....................................................................... 146 4.3.15 CR Motor ................................................................................... 147 4.3.16 PF Motor.................................................................................... 148 4.3.17 Carriage Unit ............................................................................. 149 4.3.18 Paper Guide Upper Unit ............................................................ 152 4.3.19 Front Frame............................................................................... 153 4.3.20 EJ Frame Unit ........................................................................... 154 4.3.21 Ink System Unit ......................................................................... 156 4.3.22 Paper Guide Front Unit ............................................................. 157 4.3.23 PG Sensor................................................................................. 158 4.3.24 PF Roller Unit ............................................................................ 159

5.2.6 Ink charge ................................................................................... 5.2.7 Input Head ID .............................................................................. 5.2.8 Input PF roller manufacture code ................................................ 5.2.9 Top margin adjustment ............................................................... 5.2.10 Head angular adjustment .......................................................... 5.2.11 Bi-D adjustment......................................................................... 5.2.12 PW adjustment .......................................................................... 5.2.13 First dot position adjustment ..................................................... 5.2.14 CR motor heat protection control .............................................. 5.2.15 Print check pattern ....................................................................

165 165 165 165 166 167 167 168 168 168

5.3 Adjustment Except Adjustment Program ....................................... 170 5.3.1 PG adjustment ............................................................................ 170 5.3.2 PF Scale Sensor positioning adjustment .................................... 173

Chapter 6 MAINTENANCE
6.1 Overview ............................................................................................ 6.1.1 Cleaning ...................................................................................... 6.1.2 Service Maintenance................................................................... 6.1.3 Lubrication................................................................................... 175 175 175 177

Chapter 7 APPENDIX
7.1 Connector Summary ......................................................................... 182 7.1.1 Major Component Unit ................................................................ 182 7.2 Component Layout............................................................................ 188 7.3 Exploded Diagram............................................................................. 192 7.4 Parts List ............................................................................................ 197 7.5 Electrical Circuits .............................................................................. 199

Chapter 5 ADJUSTMENT
5.1 Overview............................................................................................. 162 5.1.1 Required Adjustment................................................................... 162 5.2 Adjustment by using adjustment program ..................................... 164 5.2.1 EEPROM Data Copy................................................................... 164 5.2.2 Waste ink pad counter................................................................. 164 5.2.3 Destination setting....................................................................... 165 5.2.4 Initialize PF deterioration offset ................................................... 165 5.2.5 Disenable PF deterioration offset ................................................ 165

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

EPSON Stylus CX3500/CX3600/CX3650/CX4500/CX4600

Revision A
V Stand-alone copy functions It benefits from using a more recently developed type of ink which enables photoquality copies to be made not only on special media but even on plain paper. Only the basic copy functions are provided for easy operation. T Paper size can be selected from 2 or 3 options. Table 1-1. Paper size
Paper size Letter/4"x6" A4/10x15 Stylus CX4600 Stylus CX3500/CX3600/CX3650/CX4500 Model

1.1 Overview
The major features of EPSON color inkjet dot matrix printer EPSON Stylus CX3500/ CX3600/CX3650/CX4500/CX4600 are:

1.1.1 Features
V Printer functions As a printer, this unit achieves high-quality output at high speed on plain paper, and uses new pigment inks for improved light fastness, water fastness, gas fastness, rubbing fastness. It includes the following features. T T T T T T Maximum print resolution: 2880 (H) x 1440 (V) dpi Separate ink cartridge for each color ASF (Auto Sheet Feeder) holds up to 100 cut sheets (64g/m2) Border-free printing with EPSON specialty media is provided Reduced noise level Fast and thick draft mode with the combination of real black and composite black T T T T T

Paper type can be selected from 2 options, plain paper or photo paper, which also defines copy quality. Enlarge / Reduce factor can be selected from 2 options, actual size (100%) or "Fit to page". Copy margin is automatically selected from 3 options, related to paper type and paper size. 3mm, "Small Margins Copy", "Border Free Copy" Fast and thick draft mode with the combination of real black and composite black Copy functions can be directly alternated from memory card print functions, by operation panel. (Only for Stylus CX4500/CX4600)

V Scanner functions Use of a CIS sensor means no warm-up period is required, which makes scanning more convenient and allows for a more compact scanner. Additional features include the following. T T Maximum optical resolution Scan gradations 600 x 1200 dpi 48 bits (input), 24 bits (output)

V Card reader functions (only for Stylus CX4500/CX4600) This unit includes memory card slots that support CompactFlash, SmartMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Micro Drive, SD Memory Card, and xDPicture Card standards. V Memory card print functions (only for Stylus CX4500/CX4600) This unit can print images from the memory card in memory card slots in standalone mode. The memory card print features are as follows. T Supports "Index sheet printing" whereby images can be selected simply by marking an index sheet. Selecting images is easy-just check the desired images and then scan the index sheet. Memory card print functions can be directly alternated from copy functions, by operation panel.

T

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V Scan functions This unit provides scan mode so that data can be scanned and transferred to a connected computer or to e-mail via application software like the EPSON SMART PANEL. V Simultaneous use of functions Printer functions and scanner functions are independent and can therefore be operated simultaneously from a connected computer.

Revision A

Figure 1-1. Product's external view V Easy operation panel The unit has a simple operation panel equipped with 10 buttons including power button, LEDs including 7 segment LED and provides basic functions only for easy operation. * Card slot model only. (9 buttons for the model without card slot) V Exterior design Use of a CIS scanner engine has enabled a more compact design. Also, this unit has operation panel on the left side, which becomes more distinctive but still easier to use.

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Revision A
V Print Direction T Bi-directional minimum distance printing (with logic seeking) V Print Speed & Printable Columns Table 1-2. Character mode
Character pitch 10 CPI (Pica) Printable columns 80 CR speed 285 CPS*

1.2 Specifications
1.2.1 Printer specifications
This section covers specifications of the printer.

1.2.1.1 Physical Specification
V Weight T T T T Stylus CX3500/CX3600/CX3650 : 6.52kg (without the ink cartridges) Stylus CX4500/CX4600 : 6.6kg (without the ink cartridges)

Note "*": CPS: Characters/Second This speed is when using normal dot printing mode.

V Dimension (Including rubber feet) Printing Storage : 430mm (W) x 500mm (D) x 280mm (H) : 430mm (W) x 344mm (D) x 170mm (H)
360dpi* 360dpi 720dpi 1440dpi 2880dpi

Table 1-3. Graphics mode (standard)
Horizontal resolution Printable area 209.8mm (8.26") 209.8mm (8.26") 209.8mm (8.26") 209.8mm (8.26") 209.8mm (8.26") Max. dot count 2976 2976 5952 11904 23808 CR speed 285cps 285cps 285cps 285cps 285cps

1.2.1.2 Printing Specification
V Print Method T T T On demand ink jet V Nozzle Configuration Monochrome 90 nozzles Color 90 nozzles x 3 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)
0.107055 (1/360inch) 0.1411 (2/360inch) 2.822 (40/360inch) 8.467 (120/360inch) 2.822 (40/360inch) #D90 #D89 #D88 0.2117 (3/360inch) D row #D3 #D2 #D1 Black

Note "*": Draft Printing

Table 1-4. Graphics mode (border-free printing)
Horizontal resolution 360dpi* 720dpi 1440dpi 2880dpi Note "*": Except Draft Printing Printable area 215.05mm (8.46") 215.05mm (8.46") 215.05mm (8.46") 215.05mm (8.46") Max. dot count 3048 6096 12192 24384 CR speed 285cps 285cps 285cps 285cps

Paper Feed Direction

#A90 #A89 #A88 A row #A3 #A2 #A1 Cyan

#B90 #B89 #B88 B row #B3 #B2 #B1 Magenta

#C90 #C89 #C88 C row #C3 #C2 #C1 Yellow

V Control Code T T ESC/P Raster command EPSON Remote command

Carriage Moving Direction

Figure 1-2. Nozzle configuration

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V Internal fonts T T Character code Fonts : Alphanumeric with expanded graphics (PC437) ASCII, 20H to 7FH only : EPSON original fonts Alphanumeric font: Courier

Revision A

1.2.1.4 Paper Support
V Cut sheets Table 1-5. Cut sheets
Paper size A4 A5 A6 Dimensions Width 210mm 148mm 105mm 182mm 215.9mm (8.5") 215.9mm (8.5") 184.2mm (7.25") 139.7mm (5.5") 127mm (5") 203.2mm (8") 89-215.9mm Length 297mm 210mm 148mm 257mm 279.4mm (11") 355.6mm (14") 266.7mm (10.5") 215.9mm (8.5") 203.2mm (8") 254mm (10") 89-1117.6mm 0.08-0.11mm 64-90g/m2 (17-24(lb)) Plain paper Recycled paper Thickness Weight Paper type

V Input buffer size T 32 Kbytes

1.2.1.3 Paper Feed Specifications
V Paper feed method Friction feed, using one ASF (Auto Sheet Feeder) V Paper path Top feed, front out V Paper feed rates T T 203.2mm/sec (8.0inch/sec) : high quality mode, 25.4-mm feed 294.64mm/sec (11.6inch/sec) : high speed mode, continuous feed

B5 Letter Legal Executive Half Letter 5"x8" 8"x10" User defined

V CR interval Programmable in 0.0176mm (1/1440inch) steps

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T T T T

Poor quality paper may reduce print quality and cause paper jams or other problems. If you encounter problems, switch to a higher grade of paper. It is necessary that there is no wrinkle, nap, tear, fold, so on in the form. The curve of form must be 5mm or below. Use paper under normal conditions · Temperature 15 to 25°C (59 to 77°F) · Humidity 40 to 60% RH

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V Postcards Table 1-6. Postcards
Paper size Postcard Return postcard set Dimensions Width 100mm 200mm Length 148mm 148mm Paper type Paper size No.10 *1 DL *1
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V Envelopes Table 1-7. Envelopes
Dimensions Width 241.3mm (9.5") 220mm 162mm 220mm 120mm 90mm *1 *1 *1 120mm 114mm 98mm 105mm Length 104.8mm (4.125") 110mm 114mm 132mm 235mm 205mm 176mm 162mm 148mm 235mm 75-100g/m2 (20-27(lb)) Craft paper New Kent paper N/A 75-90g/m2 (20-24(lb)) Thickness Weight Paper type

Government-standard postcard

T

T T T

Use paper under normal conditions · Temperature 15 to 25°C (59 to 77°F) · Humidity 40 to 60% RH It is necessary that there is no wrinkle, nap, tear, fold, so on in the form. The curve of form must be 5mm or below. As for the going and returning postcard, don't use the one with a fold in the center.

C6 *1 220x132 *1 Tall No.3 Tall No.4 *2 *2

Bond paper Air mail PPC

Western No.1 Western No.2 Western No.3

Western No.4 *1 Note *1: *2:
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Check that the flap is on the long edge and can be folded. Check that the flap is on the short edge and can not be folded.

T

T T T T

Use paper under normal conditions · Temperature 15 to 25°C (59 to 77°F) · Humidity 40 to 60% RH Poor quality paper may reduce print quality and cause paper jams or other problems. If you encounter problems, switch to a higher grade of paper. It is necessary that there is no wrinkle, nap, tear, fold, so on in the form. Don't use the adhesive envelopes. Don't use sleeve insert envelopes and cellophane window envelopes.

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V Exclusive papers Quality: EPSON Exclusive paper Transparency printing is only available at normal temperature. T Stylus CX4600 Table 1-8. Exclusive papers
Item Glossy Photo Paper * Matte Paper Heavy Weight * DURABrite Ink Glossy Photo Paper Double Sided Matte Paper * Size Letter 4"x6" Letter 8"x10" Letter 4"x6" Letter Width (mm) 215.9 101.6 215.9 203.2 215.9 101.6 215.9 Length (mm) 279.4 152.4 279.4 254 279.4 152.4 279.4 Thickness (mm) 0.23 Weight (g/m2) 188 Matte Paper Heavy Weight * DURABrite Photo Paper Premium Semigloss Photo Paper * Archival Matte Paper * Note "*": Not supported with stand-alone functions of copy and memory card print.
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T Stylus CX3500/CX3600/CX3650/CX4500 Table 1-9. Exclusive papers
Item Photo Paper * Size A4 A4 Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper * A6 5"x8" 8"x10" A4 8"x10" A4 10cmx15cm A4 A4 A4 Width (mm) 210 210 105 127 203.2 210 203.2 210 101.6 210 210 210 Length (mm) 297 297 148 203.2 254 297 254 297 152.4 297 297 297 0.23 167 0.13 102 Thickness (mm) 0.23 Weight (g/m2) 188

0.23

167

0.21 0.25

206 178

0.21 0.27 0.25 0.25

206 250 189 178

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T T T

Use paper under normal conditions. · Temperature 15 to 25°C (59 to 77°F) · Humidity 40 to 60% RH Poor quality paper may reduce print quality and cause paper jams or other problems. If you encounter problems, switch to a higher grade of paper. It is necessary that there is no wrinkle, nap, tear, fold, so on in the form. The curve of form must be 5mm or below.

Double Sided Matte Paper *

Note "*": Not supported with stand-alone functions of copy and memory card print.
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T T T

Use paper under normal conditions. · Temperature 15 to 25°C (59 to 77°F) · Humidity 40 to 60% RH Poor quality paper may reduce print quality and cause paper jams or other problems. If you encounter problems, switch to a higher grade of paper. It is necessary that there is no wrinkle, nap, tear, fold, so on in the form. The curve of form must be 5mm or below.

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Revision A
Table 1-10. Applicable paper/Printing area
Paper type Exclusive papers Stylus CX4600 Glossy Photo Paper Matte Paper Heavy Weight DURABrite Ink Glossy Photo Paper Double Sided Matte Paper 3 mm (0.12") 3 mm (0.12") 3 mm (0.12") 3 mm (0.12") Left margin Right margin Top margin Bottom margin

1.2.1.5 Printing Area
V Cut sheet (standard printing) T Printable area The print quality is guaranteed for the print area above the 3 mm bottom margin. For paper width (PW) and paper length (PL), refer to "1.2.1.4 Paper Support" (p.12). Refer to the following table. As for each margin area, refer to Figure 1-3 (p.15). Table 1-10. Applicable paper/Printing area
Paper type A4 A5 A6 B5 Cut sheets Letter Legal Executive Half Letter 5"x8" 8"x10" User defined Post cards Postcard Return postcard set Photo Paper Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper Matte Paper Heavy Weight DURABrite Photo Paper Premium Semigloss Photo Paper Archival Matte Paper Double Sided Matte Paper 3 mm (0.12") 3 mm (0.12") 3 mm (0.12") 3 mm (0.12") 3 mm (0.12") 3 mm (0.12") 3 mm (0.12") 3 mm (0.12") 3 mm (0.12") 3 mm (0.12") 3 mm (0.12") 3 mm (0.12") Left margin Right margin Top margin Bottom margin

PW LM RM

TM

Paper Feed Direction

Printable area

PL

Stylus CX3500/CX3600/ CX3650/CX4500

Exclusive papers

BM

Figure 1-3. Printable area Cut sheet (standard printing)

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V Cut sheet (border-free printing) T Printable area For paper width (PW) and paper length (PL), refer to "1.2.1.4 Paper Support" (p.12). Refer to the following table. As for each overhang area, refer to Figure 1-4 (p.16). Table 1-11. Applicable paper/Printing area Paper Feed Direction
Paper type Stylus CX4600 Stylus CX3500/CX3600/ CX3650/CX4500 Photo Paper Matte Paper Heavy Weight DURABrite Photo Paper 2.5 mm (0.09") 2.5 mm (0.09") 3 mm (0.12") 5 mm (0.2") Left Right Top Bottom Overhang Overhang Overhang Overhang

Revision A

LO

PW

RO TO

Paper size

PL

Exclusive paper

Premium Semigloss Photo Paper

Glossy Photo Paper Matte Paper Heavy Weight DURABrite Ink Glossy Photo Paper 2.5 mm (0.09") 2.5 mm (0.09") 3 mm (0.12") 5 mm (0.2")

BO
Printable area

Figure 1-4. Printable area for Cut sheet (border-free printing)

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V Envelopes T Printable area For paper width (PW) and paper length (PL), refer to "1.2.1.4 Paper Support" (p.12). Refer to the following table. As for each margin area, refer to Figure 1-5 (p.17). Table 1-12. Applicable paper/Printing area
Paper type No.10 DL C6 Left Margin 3mm (0.12") 3mm (0.12") 3mm (0.12") Right Margin 3mm (0.12") 3mm (0.12") 3mm (0.12") Top Margin 3mm (0.12") 3mm (0.12") 3mm (0.12") Bottom Margin

Revision A

PL LM RM TM

Printable area

20mm (0.79") 20mm (0.79")

Paper Feed Direction

20mm (0.79")

PW

BM

Figure 1-5. Printable area for envelopes

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Revision A
V Dimension : 12.7mm (W) x 73.46mm (D) x 55.25mm (H)
12.7mm Base View 73.46mm

1.2.1.6 Ink Cartridge Specification
V Type/color : EPSON-brand special ink cartridges Table 1-13. Ink Cartridge
Color Black Cyan Size S size S size SS size S size SS size S size SS size Stylus CX3500/CX3600/ CX3650/CX4600 T0441 T0442 T0452 * T0443 T0453 * T0444 T0454 * Stylus CX3500/CX4500 T0461 -- T0472 -- T0473 -- T0474

Magenta

Yellow

Note "*": Except Stylus CX4600.

V Print Capacity T Black Ink Cartridge : 400 pages/A4 (ISO/IEC10561 Letter Pattern at 360x720 dpi) 380 pages/A4 (360x720 dpi, 5% duty)
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Figure 1-6. Ink cartridge T T T The ink cartridge cannot be refilled. The ink cartridge that passes the expiration date should not be used. The ink in the ink cartridge freezes when leaving it in the environment of -16 °C or under. It takes 3 hours that the frozen ink becomes usable when moving it from the environment of -20 °C to the environment of 25 °C.

T

Color Ink Cartridge · S size · SS size : 450 pages/A4 (360x720 dpi, 5% duty for each color) : 260 pages/A4 (360x720 dpi, 5% duty for each color) : After packing is opened, it is assumed 6 months, and assumes 2 years including this.

V Shelf life V Storage Temperature

Table 1-14. Storage Temperature
Situation When transported in individual boxes When stored in individual boxes When installed in main unit Storage Temperature -30
oC

Limit 10 days max. at 50 oC 1 month max. at 40 oC

to 50

oC

-30 oC to 40 oC -20 oC to 40 oC

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Revision A

1.2.2 Scanner specifications
This section covers specifications of the scanner.

1.2.2.3 Image scanning area
Table 1-15. Image scanning area
RW OLM
(out-of-range left margin)

RL
(readable length)

OTM
(out-of-range top margin)

1.2.2.1 Basic Specifications
V Product type V Scanning method V Sensor V Maximum scan area V Document sizes V Max. effective pixels V Resolution T T : Flatbed color image scanner : Scanning of fixed document with mobile scan head : CIS

(readable width)

216 mm (8.5")

1.5 mm ± 1 mm

297 mm (11.7")

1.5 mm ± 1 mm

Original's top left alignment position

: 8.5" x 11.7" (216 mm x 297 mm) : A4 or US letter : 5,100 x 7,020 pixels (600 dpi)
OLM

First pixel Scan direction

Sub scan

: 1200 dpi with Micro Step : 50 to 4800 dpi (selectable in 1-dpi steps), 7200 dpi, 9600 dpi : Each color pixel has 16-bit input and either 1-bit or 8bit output. : 600 dpi : Approx. 15 msec/line : Approx. 5 msec/line : RGB Three Color LED
OTM RW

a
RL

Main scan

: 600 dpi

Original (face down)

V Scanning resolution V Gradations (pixel depth) V Scanning speed T T Color Monochrome

Scan bed Scan area

V Light source

Figure 1-7. Image scanning area

1.2.2.2 Detailed Specifications
V Control commands V Gamma correction : ESC/I D7 : Two user-defined levels

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1.2.3 Common
1.2.3.1 Electric Specification
V Primary power input Table 1-16. Primary power input
100-120V model Rated power supply voltage (ACV) Input voltage range (ACV) Rated current (A) Rated frequency (Hz) Input frequency range (Hz) 100 ~ 120 90 ~ 132 0.4A (max. 0.6A w/ card slot model) (max. 0.7A w/o card slot model) 50 ~ 60 49.5 ~ 60.5 Approx. 11W (w/ card slot model) Approx. 12W (w/o card slot model) (Standalone copying, ISO10561 Letter Patter, Plain Paper - Text) Approx. 2.5W (Lowe-power Mode/Sleep Mode) Approx. 0.2W (Power Off Mode) Note 1: This product complies with the "Energy Star" standards. 2: If the printer is not operated at all for at least five minutes, the standby function reduces the current to the motor to conserve power. 3: If the scanner is not operated at all for at least five minutes, the standby function reduces the current to the motor to conserve power. Approx. 0.4W (Power Off Mode) 220-240V model 220 ~ 240 198 ~ 240 0.2A (max. 0.3A)

1.2.3.2 Environmental Performance
Table 1-17. Environmental Performance
Condition Operating Not operating *1 Note *1: *2: *3: Temperature 10 ~ 35°C *3 -20 ~ 40°C Humidity *2 20 ~ 80% *3 5 ~ 85% Impact 1G, 1 x 10-3 seconds 2G, 2 x 10-3 seconds Vibration 0.15G 0.50G

After unpacking (storage) No condensation Under the following conditions
90 80 70 60

Humidity (%)

50 40 30 20

Power consumption (W)

10

20

27 30

35

40

Temperature (°C) Figure 1-8. Temperature/Humidity range

V Insulation resistance 10M minimum (tested between AC line and chassis, test voltage: DC500V) V Dielectric strength T T AC1000 Vrms for one minute or AC1200 Vrms for one second (100-120V version) AC1500 Vrms for one minute (220-240V version)

1.2.3.3 Durability
V Total print life V Print Head Life V Scanner head : 10,000 pages (black only, A4), or 5 years (whichever comes first) : 3 billion shots (per nozzle) or 5 years (whichever comes first) : MCBF (30,000 cycles)

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1.2.3.4 Safety Standards: EMC
Table 1-18. Safety Standards: EMC
100-120V version Safety standards UL60950 CSA22.2 No.60950 FCC part15 subpart B class B CSA C108.8 class B 220-240V version EN 60950 EN 55022(CISPR Pub.22) class B AS/NZS 3548 class B

EMI

1.2.3.5 Acoustic Noise
V Noise level 45dB (max.) (according to ISO7779 when for copying)

1.2.3.6 CE Marking
V 220-240 V version T T Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC : EN60950 EMC Directive 89/336/EEC : EN55022 Class B EN61000-3-2 EN61000-3-3 EN55024

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V Connector signal layout Table 1-20. Connector pin assignment and signals

1.3 Interface
The EPSON Stylus CX3500/CX3600/CX3650/CX4500/CX4600 provides the following interface.

Pin No. 1 2 3 4

Signal name VCC -Data +Data Ground

I/O Bi-D Bi-D Data

Function description Cable power. Max. power consumption is 2mA. Data, pull up to +3.3V via 1.5K ohm resistor. Cable ground

1.3.1 USB Interface
V Standards T T T "Universal Serial Bus Specifications Revision 2.0" "Universal Serial Bus Device Class Definition for Printing Devices Version 1.1" (printer unit) "Universal Serial Bus Mass Storage Class Bulk-Only Transport Revision 1.0" (storage unit) : 12 Mbps (Full Speed Device) : NRZI : USB Series B : 2 [m] or less

Pin #2

Pin #1

V Transfer rate V Data format V Compatible connector V Recommended cable length V Device ID

Table 1-19. Device ID
Model Name Device ID [00H][54H] MFG:EPSON; CMD:ESCPL2,BDC,D4; MDL:Stylus[SP]CXxxxx; CLS:PRINTER; DES:EPSON[SP]Stylus[SP]CX3500; [00H][54H] MFG:EPSON; CMD:ESCPL2,BDC,D4; MDL:Stylus[SP]CXxxxx; CLS:PRINTER; DES:EPSON[SP]Stylus[SP]CX3600; [00H][54H] MFG:EPSON; CMD:ESCPL2,BDC,D4; MDL:Stylus[SP]CXxxxx; CLS:PRINTER; DES:EPSON[SP]Stylus[SP]CX3600; Model Name Device ID [00H][54H] MFG:EPSON; CMD:ESCPL2,BDC,D4; MDL:Stylus[SP]CXxxxx; CLS:PRINTER; DES:EPSON[SP]Stylus[SP]CX4500; [00H][54H] MFG:EPSON; CMD:ESCPL2,BDC,D4; MDL:Stylus[SP]CXxxxx; CLS:PRINTER; DES:EPSON[SP]Stylus[SP]CX4600;

Pin #3

Pin #4

Figure 1-9. USB pin Assignment V Product ID T T 0x080D (Stylus CX4500/CX4600) 0x080E (Stylus CX3500/CX3600/CX3650)

Stylus CX3500

Stylus CX4500

V Endpoint attribute Table 1-21. Endpoint attribute
I/F No. 0x00 Endpoint Address 0x01 0x02 0x03 0x04 0x05 0x06 Endpoint Type Bulk In Bulk Out Bulk In Bulk Out Bulk In Bulk Out Linked Interface Scanner

Stylus CX3600

Stylus CX4600

0x01

Printer

Stylus CX3650

0x02

Card

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1.3.2 Standard Card Slots (only for Stylus CX4500/CX4600)
1.3.2.1 Memory card
Table 1-22. Memory card
Memory card standards Compact Flash SmartMedia CF+ and CompactFlash Specification Revision 1.4 compliant SmartMedia Standard 2000 compliant Slots CF Type II slot Supported memory cards

C A U T IO N

· Compact Flash (memory card only) · Microdrive
Smart Media (maximum capacity: 128 MB)

Note the following caution points when handling the memory card. T Since the SD card and Memory Stick share the same slot, only one can be inserted at a time. T Since the SmartMedia and xD-Picture Card share the same slot, only one can be inserted at a time. T When a memory card is being accessed, be sure to keep the memory card slot's cover closed and do not touch the memory card.

SmartMedia slot

Memory Stick

MemoryStick Standard version 1.3 compliant Memory Stick/ Memory Stick PRO slot

Memory Stick PRO

MemoryStick Standard Memory Stick PRO Format Specifications version 1.0 compliant

SD

SD Memory Card Specifications / PART1. Physical Layer Specification Version 1.0 SD/MMC slot compliant

· Memory Stick (maximum capacity: 128 MB, including versions with memory select function) · MagicGate Memory Stick (maximum capacity: 128 MB, copy protection function is not supported) · Memory Stick Duo (requires Memory Stick Duo adapter) · Memory Stick Duo (requires Memory Stick Duo adapter) · Memory Stick PRO Duo · (requires Memory Stick Duo adapter) · SD (Secure Digital) memory card · miniSD card (requires SD adapter)
MultiMediaCard

1.3.2.2 Supported power supply voltage
V 3.3V/5V (both) V 3.3V (only) NOTE 1: 3.3V power is supplied to media that support both 3.3V and 5V. 2: Maximum current to memory card is 500mA. 3: 5V type memory cards are not supported.

MultiMedia MultiMediaCard Standard Card compliant xD-Picture Card xD-Picture CardTM Card Specification Version 1.00 compliant xD-Picture Card slot

xD-Picture Card

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V Details T Access priority The access priority among slots is assigned as: 1: CF (Micro Drive) 2: Smart Media 3: Memory Stick (Memory Stick PRO) 4: SD (MMC) 5: xD-Picture Card Slot selection when power is turned on If cards are inserted in several slots when the power is turned on, the active slot is determined by the priority ranks listed above. Example: If Smart Media and Memory Stick are both inserted at power-on, the Smart Media slot becomes the active slot. Slot selection after power is turned on When a card is removed from the active slot, the slot with the next-highest priority becomes the active slot (if a card has been inserted into it). There is no need to re-insert any card before accessing it. If no slots contain any cards, the highest-priority slot (CF Micro Drive) again becomes the active slot. Cards can be removed from non-selected slots in any order. Example: If a memory stick and CF card are inserted while Smart Media is selected, CF becomes selected (active) once Smart Media is removed.

1.3.2.3 Multi-slot operations
V Overview T T T There is only one type of card that can be used to simultaneously access both a connected computer and the direct printing function. The slots have assigned priority to determine which slot will be accessed first when cards are inserted in several slots at once. To select a card that has been inserted in a non-active slot, the card in the active slot must first be removed. · Direct printing: Only the image files in the active slot are valid and have assigned frame numbers. The number of images will not change if a card is also inserted in a non-selected slot. · Connection to computer (Windows): Only one drive is displayed at a time as a "removable disk" and only the card that is in the active slot can be accessed via the removable disk. A card that has been inserted into a non-selected slot cannot be accessed. · Connection to computer (Macintosh): 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.

T

T

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1.4 Stand-alone Copy
1.4.1 Basic Specifications
1.4.1.1 Supported paper sizes, types and qualities
Table 1-23. Supported paper sizes, types and qualities
Paper type Paper name Plain Paper Recycled Paper Panel Indication Plain Paper Quality *1 Plain Paper Photo Paper Paper size Paper size A4 (Letter) *2 Panel Indication A4 (Letter)

1.4.1.5 Copy layout
The following copy layout is provided according to "Paper type", "Paper size" and zoom selections. V Standard copy Provided for ordinary use with 3mm copy margin from every side. V BorderFree copy Border-free printing of copies occurs when the print area is set as larger than the copy paper's size. In such cases, the outer edges of the original image may be omitted in the printed copy. V Small Margins copy This function sets a 1.5mm margin on all four sides when printing in order to make maximum use of the original image and copy paper. NOTE: Only "Standard Copy" can be used in draft copy mode. Table 1-24. Copy layout

DURABright Photo Paper Photo Paper (DURABright Ink Glossy Photo Paper)

A4 (Letter), A4 (Letter), 10cm x 15cm 10cm x 15cm (4" x 6") (4" x 6")

Note : The quality of draft copy is not affected by "Paper type" selection. Note *1: *2: Connected with Paper type. Paper sizes in parentheses apply only to Stylus CX4600.

Zoom

Paper type Plain Paper

Paper size *3 A4 (Letter) 10cm x 15cm (4" x 6") A4 (Letter), 10cm x 15cm (4" x 6") A4 (Letter) 10cm x 15cm (4" x 6") A4 (Letter), 10cm x 15cm (4" x 6")

B&W / Color B&W, Color B&W, Color B&W, Color B&W, Color B&W, Color B&W, Color

Layout Standard Standard Small margin Standard Standard Border free

Actual *1

1.4.1.2 Zoom function
The zoom function provides enlarged or reduced copies of originals. The either of the following can be selected from the operation panel. V Actual (The state which "Fit to page" is not selected. It is the power-on default.) The zoom factor is set to 100%. V Fit to page This function detects the image size of the original and automatically sets the zoom factor of the copy according to the copy paper's printable area.
Fit to page *2

Photo Paper Plain Paper Photo Paper Note *1: *2:

Actual is the state that "Fit to page" is not selected. "Fit to page" automatically sets the enlarge/reduce scale so that the entire image fits into the printable area or the border free area when border free layout is selected. When the original image is smaller than general card size (approx. 54mm x 86mm), the print margins will be different from the one that is defined by each layout. The image placement uses the upper left corner as the origin and any margins that occur during the fitting process occur along the bottom and/or right edge. Paper sizes in parentheses apply only to Stylus CX4600.

1.4.1.3 Number of copies setting
This function sets the number of copies. The setting range is 1 to 9 and 100.

1.4.1.4 Maximum copy size
V 216 x 297mm

*3:

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1.4.1.6 Multiple copies from an original
Second and subsequent copies can be printed from an original without scanning. When printing two or more copies, under the following settings the scan data can be stored in the unit's memory so that the second and subsequent copies can be printed without scanning. V "Draft" mode (monochrome/color) V "Text" mode (monochrome)

1.4.3 Configuration for copying
Table 1-25. Configuration for copying
Copy Mode setting Paper type B&W / Color B&W Plain Paper Color B&W Color B&W Color B&W Draft (Plain paper only) Color Enlarge / Reduce*1 (%) 100 (Default) 100 (Default) 100 (Default) 100 (Default) 100 (Default) 100 (Default) 100 (Default) 100 (Default) Scan resolution*1 (M x S dpi) 600 x 300 300 x 600 600 x 600 600 x 600 600 x 600 600 x 600 300 x 100 300 x 100 Scan and Print configuration Print resolution (H x V dpi) 360 x 360 360 x 720 720 x 1440*4 720 x 1440*4 720 x 1440 720 x 1440 360 x 120 360 x 120 Dot size MW High Speed On On On On On On On On LUT

VSD1 VSD1 VSD3 VSD3 VSD3 VSD3 VSD1 VSD1

Off On On On On On Off Off

C1 C1 C2 C2 C3 C3 C4 C4

1.4.2 Copy Speed
1.4.2.1 Black Copy Speed
V Plain Paper Draft 12.6 cpm (Copy per minute), Plain Paper 3.1 cpm V Black e-Memo text A4 size pattern, zoom 100% The above speed is for the second and subsequent copies (the time between ejection of the first page to ejection of the second page).
Photo Paper (smaller than A4/Letter) Photo Paper (A4/Letter)

1.4.2.2 Color Copy Speed
V Plain Paper Draft 11.6 cpm (Copy per minute) V Color e-Memo text A4 size pattern, zoom 100% The above speed is for the second and subsequent copies (the time between ejection of the first page to ejection of the second page)

Note *1: *2: *3: *4:

"Default" is the state in which "Fit to page" is not selected. When "Fit to page" is selected, scan resolution will be optimized according to enlarge/reduce scale. With "Photo Paper", composite black will be used in both B&W and color mode. With "Draft", both real black and composite black will be used for black printing. "PEC" technology will be used. "PEC" technology will be used for A4 or Letter size printing.

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1.4.4 Relation between original and copy
1.4.4.1 Standard copy
The following table shows the relative positioning of the original and copy.
TM

PL BM

Right side of copy

Table 1-26. Original (scanner)
RW
(readable width)

RM

(out-of-range left margin)

(readable length)

(out-of-range top margin)

216 mm (8.5")

1.5 mm ± 1 mm

297 mm (11.7")

1.5 mm ± 1 mm

PW

Top

a
Print direction *2 Scan direction

OLM

RL

OTM

Copy

Print area Copy paper

Table 1-27. Copy (printer)
RM 3 mm (0.12") LM 3 mm (0.12") TM 3 mm (0.12") BM 3 mm (0.12")
LM

Note : Refer to "1.2.1.4 Paper Support" (p.12) for paper width (PW) and paper length (PL).
*1

OLM

RW

Top

a
Right side of original RL

Original (face down)

Scan area Scan bed

OTM

Note *1: *2:

This indicates the top left corner of the original. Normally, this corner is aligned with the scan bed's top right corner as the reference point. This indicates the scan start position at the top left of the original, which corresponds to the print start position at the top left of the copy. The bottom right corner position of the copy is within the print area but varies according to the enlarge/reduce setting.

Figure 1-10. Standard copy

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1.4.4.2 BorderFree Copy
The following table shows the relative positioning of the original and copy. Table 1-28. Original (scanner)
RW
(readable width) TO

PL

BO

OLM
(out-of-range left margin)

RL
(readable length)

OTM
(out-of-range top margin)

Right side of copy Copy

Table 1-29. Copy (printer)
RO 2.5 mm (0.09") LO 2.5 mm (0.09") TO 3 mm (0.12") BO 5 mm (0.2")

PW

Top

a
Print direction *2 Scan direction

216 mm (8.5")

1.5 mm ± 1 mm

297 mm (11.7")

1.5 mm ± 1 mm

Print area Copy paper

Note : Refer to "1.2.1.4 Paper Support" (p.12) for paper width (PW) and paper length (PL).
LO *1 OLM

RW

Top

a
Right side of original RL

Original (face down)

Scan area

Scan bed

OTM

Note *1: *2:

This indicates the top left corner of the original. Normally, this corner is aligned with the scan bed's top right corner as the reference point. This indicates the scan start position at the top left of the original, which corresponds to the print start position at the top left of the copy. The bottom right corner of the print area varies according to the scale setting in the print area.

Figure 1-11. BorderFree Copy

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1.4.4.3 Small Margins copy
The following table shows the relative positioning of the original and copy. Table 1-30. Original (scanner)
RW
(readable width) TM

PL BM

OLM
(out-of-range left margin)

RL
(readable length)

OTM
(out-of-range top margin)

Right side of copy RM Copy

Table 1-31. Copy (printer)
RM 1.5 mm (0.06") LM 1.5 mm (0.06") TM 1.5 mm (0.06") BM 1.5 mm (0.06")

PW

Top

a
Print direction *2 Scan direction

216 mm (8.5")

1.5 mm ± 1 mm

297 mm (11.7")

1.5 mm ± 1 mm

Print area Copy paper

LM

Note : Refer to "1.2.1.4 Paper Support" (p.12) for paper width (PW) and paper length (PL).

*1

OLM

RW

Top

a
Right side of original RL

Original (face down)

Scan area Scan bed

OTM

Note *1: *2:

This indicates the top left corner of the original. Normally, this corner is aligned with the scan bed's top right corner as the reference point. This indicates the scan start position at the top left of the original, which corresponds to the print start position at the top left of the copy. The bottom right corner position of the copy is within the print area but varies according to the enlarge/reduce setting.

Figure 1-12. Small Margins copy

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1.5 Memory Card Print (only for Stylus CX4500/CX4600)
1.5.1 Basic Specifications
1.5.1.1 File system
DCF Version 1.0 is the only file system that can be used with this unit's stand-alone printing functions. Operation is not guaranteed when any other file system is used. The file system used by the card reader function depends on the host's specifications. For a detailed description of the DCF specifications, see the "Design Rule for Camera File System Standard, DCF Version 1.0, JEIDA-49-2-1998".

1.5.1.4 Valid image size
The maximum image size handled by this unit is: V Horizontal V Vertical : 120 X 4600 (pixels) : 120 Y 4600 (pixels)

1.5.1.5 Maximum number of photo data files
This unit can handle up to 999 photo data files. If the amount of photo data to be recorded exceeds the capacity of one memory card, this unit uses file sorting rules to sort the photo data into valid photo data in frames numbered from 1 to 999. Although it is possible to print photo data files with frame numbers over 999 that have been specified for printing by camera specification files, the maximum number of frames that can be specified is 999 frames. 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.

1.5.1.2 Media format
V Media must be formatted according to the DCF Version 1.0 standard. V DOS FAT formats (FAT12, FAT16) and single partition (basic partition)

1.5.1.6 Thumbnail image data 1.5.1.3 File formats
The file formats supported by this unit are described below. V JPEG files (*.JPG) These are photo data files that comply with the Exif Version 2.1 or Version 2.2 standard. V Camera specification files (*.MRK) 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 valid. Note, however, any file that is saved in the following directories or their sub-directories cannot be included as files to be printed. V Directories containing system properties or hidden properties V Directories that contain any double-byte characters in the directory name V "RECYCLED" V "PREVIEW" V "SCENE" V "MSSONY" : Windows directory for deleted files : Directories containing CASIO's DSC thumbnail images : Directories containing data for CASIO's DSC Best Shot function : Directories containing SONY's DSC e-mail image data, voice memos, video files, or non-compressed images This unit handles thumbnail image data in the DCF Version 1.0 format (Exif format, 160 x 120 pixels). During this unit's Index sheet and memory card printing modes, the layout is 80 thumbnails per sheet (when using plain paper or special paper in high-speed print mode).

1.5.1.7 File sorting
This unit stores all photo data files in the memory, using the photo data files' full-path file names (for example, "\DCIM\100EPSON\EPSN0000.JPG"), and assigned photo frame numbers. Since photo frame numbers are assigned based on this unit's own proprietary file sorting rules, the assigned frame numbers do not necessarily match those indicated by digital cameras.

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1.5.1.8 File sorting rules
This unit sorts photo data files based on the following prioritization rule. T File name is sorted in ASCII order as full path name.

1.5.2 Functions
1.5.2.1 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. Table 1-32. List of functions
Memory card printing Print index sheet Print from index sheet Print all images DPOF * Mode selection Print Index Sheet Print From Index Sheet Print All / DPOF Print All / DPOF Layout None Paper type Plain Paper Paper Page/copies size 1 2 1 1 to 3 (according to marking) 1 1 to 99

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.)

1.5.1.9 Rules for acquisition of date/time data
The following priorities are used to fetch date and time information from photo data files. 1. 2. 3. Date/time data that complies with the standard format (Exif) for digital cameras Date/time data that complies with the DOS standard file system (file time stamps) Fixed values (01/01/1970, 00:00:00)

· Standard · Plain Paper · Border free · Photo Paper · · · · Standard Border free Standard Border free · · · · Plain Paper Photo Paper Plain Paper Photo Paper

2 2

Note that the date/time data assigned to individual photo data files does not necessarily match the date/time when the photo was actually taken. The photo date/time may be modified due to the digital camera's calendar settings (presence/absence of functions, incorrect date/time settings, etc.), processing of the photo data after the photo was taken, or subsequent saving of data. In such cases, this unit performs the relevant processing based on the most recently modified date/time data.

Note "*": It is available only DPOF file exists in the memory card. Note : "Print index sheet" will be selected as default function of Memory Card Print. But when DPOF file exists in the memory card, "Print All / DPOF" will be selected as default and DPOF print can be done easily.

1.5.1.10 Number of sheets which can be printed in total
Printing sum total number of sheets presupposes that it is possible to 999 sheets. Moreover, the printing sum total number of sheets per sheet is possible to 99 sheets.

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1.5.2.2 Memory card printing mode
V Print index sheet printing This function prints thumbnail images (stored in the memory card) onto an Index Sheet (form) that is marked for selecting images. The combinations of paper types and paper sizes are fixed as follows. V Print from index sheet printing This function prints selected images onto the sheet output by index sheet printing. V Print all images This function prints all of the image files stored in the memory card. As shown below, the number of printed pages depends on the number of copies to be printed. The settings are described below. V DPOF printing In this mode, the photo frame numbers previously specified via the camera are 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 output sheet, photos that have different frame sizes are automatically assigned in the specified number of pages in numerical order (of the specified photo frame numbers). If index print mode was set via the camera, this unit will print in DPOF index layout. (When in DPOF print mode, the mode cannot be switched by writing the print file specification from the host after inserting the memory card.)
Paper type Setting

Table 1-33. Memory card printing mode
Memory card printing mode Description Sets print layout Fixed Sets paper type Fixed Sets paper size Option, setting range, etc. Fixed in combination with paper type and paper size (refer to "1.5.4 Layout and Paper Type, Paper Size" (p.36)) Plain Paper Plain Paper or Photo Paper A4 or Letter *1 A4 or 10cm x 15cm *2 Letter or 4" x 6" *3 Fixed as 1 page (can vary according to the number of image files) 1 to 3 (set by the marking to the index sheet) 1 The number of copies specified via the camera is used. The setting range is 1 to 99 copies (default is 1 copy). Prints it by the quality of 360 x 720dpi of Plain Paper. Only the Color print is supported. Fixed according to paper type (refer to "1.5.9 Relation between Paper Type and Quality" (p.40)) · Print from index sheet printing Layout · Print all images (no menu) · DPOF printing Print index sheet printing · Print from index sheet printing · Print all images · DPOF printing Print index sheet printing Paper size · Print from index sheet printing · Print all images · DPOF printing Print index sheet printing

Fixed Sets number of printout Sets number of printout Sets number of printout

Print from index sheet printing Pages/ copies Print all images

DPOF printing

Print index sheet printing Quality · Print from index sheet printing · Print all images · DPOF printing

Fixed

Sets print quality

Note *1: *2: *3:

A4 size will be used for Stylus CX3500/CX3600/CX3650/CX4500. Letter size will be used for Stylus CX4600. A4 or 10cm x 15cm size will be used for Stylus CX3500/CX3600/CX3650/CX4500. Letter or 4" x 6" size will be used for Stylus CX4600.

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1.5.3 Index Sheet
V 30 thumbnail images are assigned per index sheet. V There are 3 marking areas for each thumbnail and you can set the number of copies up to 3. V "Paper type" and "Paper size" can be set from the operation panel. V The layout is fixed according to the paper type and it is not indicated on the sheet. (Refer to "1.5.4 Layout and Paper Type, Paper Size" (p.36)) V Images are arranged in the Index sheet in ascending order (of image file number). (Refer to "1.5.1.7 File sorting" (p.30) and "1.5.1.8 File sorting rules" (p.31)) V Index sheet will be printed from the last page, in descending order. (The sheet containing first thumbnail comes top of printouts.) V The mode transition may occur from "Print index sheet" to "Print from index sheet" when the "Print index sheet" completes successfully.

Figure 1-13. Sample of index sheet

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1.5.3.1 Rules for scanning index sheets
V Index sheet scan range T Set index sheet in scanner · Place the side to be scanned face down relative to the scan bed, as described below. Align the corner of the sheet to the upper left origin point and make sure the sheet is straight. Angled setting of the sheet is allowed as long as the sheet remains within the scan bed's scan range (the maximum angle on the scan bed is about 2.8°). · The cover must be closed on the original to enable scanning. (This is to prevent any shifting of the position marks while scanning). · Do not use paper that allows images to "bleed through" to the rear side. (This is to prevent empty bubbles from being filled in by "bleed-through".) T Set scan area and original Table 1-34. Set scan area and original
RW
(readable width) OLM Set original face down, with top aligned in the direction of the origin. Scan bed Original's top left alignment position First pixel Scan direction

RW

a
OTM RL Operator's side

Scan area

OLM
(out-of-range left margin)

RL
(readable length)

OTM
(out-of-range top margin)

216 mm (8.5")

1.5 mm ± 1 mm

297 mm (11.7")

1.5 mm ± 1 mm

Place the Index Sheet face down with its top edge aligned to the left edge of the scan bed, and with the corner of the paper set to the original's top left position.

Figure 1-14. Set scan area and original

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V Basic specifications for scanning of index sheets T Scanning rules for index sheet Check if following symbols are found or not. Table 1-35. Symbols check
No.
1 2 3 4 5

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1 3
Usage

2

Symbols Left top triangle (1) Right top "O" of EPSON (1) Right top block codes (36) Optional mark of "ALL" (1) Image marks (3x30) Left reference position Right reference position

4

Sheet information (memory card ID, page) Determines whether or not to print all images in the sheet Determines whether or not to print each image up to 3 copies. Left most is 1, center is 2 and right most is 3.

5 Figure 1-15. Symbols check

· When two or three marks of one image are filled, larger number will be used for the number of copies. (ex. 1 and 3 are filled, number of copies is 3.) · When the optional "ALL" mark is filled, all images in the sheet will be printed one by one regardless of each image mark is filled or not. · Index sheet error will be caused when any of image mark or "ALL" mark is not filled. · Index sheet error will be caused when "Left top triangle", "Right top EPSON" and "Block codes" are not found correctly due to something like smear. · Place the index sheet so that the "Left top triangle" can meet the left top corner of the scanner. · More than half part of the mark should be filled. · Outside of each mark should not be filled excessively. T Errors during scanning or printing of index sheets · Stops scanning and returns to the menu screen if the card is removed while an index sheet is being scanned or printed. · Index sheet error (No index sheet) is displayed if the sheet cannot be scanned because it is dirty, set backwards, etc. · Index sheet error (Incorrect marking) is displayed if the image bubbles cannot be read because they are not filled in correctly. · Index sheet error (Incorrect card) is displayed if, after printing an index sheet, you try to print from a non-matching memory card, such as a different (replacement) card or a re-edited version of the same card.

OK patterns

1

2

3

1

2

3

NG patterns

1

2

3

1

2

3

Figure 1-16. OK/NG mark samples

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1.5.4 Layout and Paper Type, Paper Size
The layout/paper type and size combinations that can be selected are listed below. Table 1-36. Layout and Paper Type, Paper Size
Layout Border free 1-up with borders Paper type Photo Paper Plain Paper Paper size Description · A4, 10cm x15cm *1 Prints with no margins along top, bottom and both sides · Letter, 4" x 6" *2 · A4, 10cm x15cm *1 Prints with 3 mm margins along top, bottom and both sides · Letter, 4" x 6" *2 10cm x15cm *1 4" x 6" *2 A4 *1 Letter *2 Prints 20 frames per page, laid out in 5 columns and 4 rows (For DPOF index print only) Prints 80 frames per page, laid out in 10 columns and 8 rows (For DPOF index print o