Xerox ColorQube 9303 Series Service Manual page 1697

System Overview
NOTE: To ensure complete understanding of the product, participation in ColorQube 9301/02/
03 Service Training is strongly recommended.
The ColorQube 9301/02/03 is an A3 color MFP platform utilizing Xerox's Solid Ink marking
technology.
The ColorQube is available in three speed combinations with the following major attributes
• 50 ppm mono on all models
• 40, 45 and 50 ppm color - depending upon model
• 85 ppm high speed draft mode
• Duplex capable document handler
• Scanner with document illumination
• 1 or 2-Line fax module
• 100 sheet bypass tray
• 3 trays (3200 sheet total capacity at 75 gsm)
• Optional Paper Feed Platform (4000 sheets at 75 gsm (18 lb.)
• A wide range of available Finishing Options
Print speed ranges from 31 pages per minute (ppm) for the ColorQube 9301 up to 38 ppm for
the ColorQube 9303 at 600 x 600 dpi in single or duplex modes.
modes and associated resolutions / speeds for sheets 8.5 inches or less in the process direc-
tion that can be fed and imaged 2-up (burst mode). Speeds are half those given below for
media sizes that cannot be imaged 2-up.
Table 1 Print Speed by Model and Mode
9303 Simplex/
Print Mode Duplex
Fast Color 85/53
Fast Black/White 85/53
Standard Color 70/50
Standard Black/White 70/50
Enhanced Color (Default) 55/45 (40)
Enhanced Black/White (Default) 60/48 (43)
High Resolution / Photo color 38/31
High Resolution / Photo Black/White 38/31
NOTE: These are maximum steady state print speeds. There are many factors that will reduce
performance from these values including image complexity, job length, paper size, tray selec-
tion and driver type.
The base configuration (ColorQube 9301) includes three paper trays (Trays 1, 2, and 3) provid-
ing 3200-sheet input capacity, a 100-sheet bypass tray from which specialty media, card stock,
larger format paper, and envelopes are fed. Also included is a DADH / Scanner. Network con-
nectivity for all models is available utilizing Ethernet or USB.
ColorQube® 9303 Family
Table 1 lists the main printing
9302 Simplex/ 9301 Simplex/
Duplex Duplex
70/46 60/43
85/46 85/43
60/44 50/40
70/44 70/41
45/40 38/38
55/43 50/39
35/31 31/31
36/31 32/31
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ColorQube 9302/03 options. A 4000-Sheet Feeder (Tray 5) is available. On the output side, a
2000-sheet, low-capacity stapler/punch/stacker is available, or a high-volume finisher with
optional booklet-maker, tri-fold, punch, and inserter.
Refer to Table 2 for Acronym definitions.
Table 2 Acronym Definitions
Acronyms Definition
3TM 3 Tray Module (Trays 1 to 3)
CVU Check Valve Unit
EOL End Of Life
FRU Field Replaceable Unit
H2H Head to Head
HVF High Volume Finisher
IIT Image Input Terminal
IMD Ink Module Driver
IME Integrated Marking Engine
IOT Image Output Terminal
LCSS Low Capacity Stacker/Stapler
LCSS Low Capacity Stacker/Stapler
LPA Low Pressure Assistance (valve)
LVDS Low Voltage Differential Signalling
MFP Multi Functional Printer
MPD Media Path Driver board
MPT Multi Purpose Tray
MSI Multi-sheet Inserter
MU Marking Unit
OCT Offset Catch Tray
PFP Paper Feed Platform (tray 5)
PLD Programmable Logic Device
PTC Positive Temperature Coefficient (heater)
PWM Pulse Width Modulation
RTC Real Time Clock
SBC Single Board Controller
SFWA Staggered Full Width Array
Image Input Terminal
The Image Input Terminal (IIT) includes the following components:
• Duplex Automatic Document Handler (DADH)
• Scanner with Platen
• Control Panel with Graphical User Interface (GUI)
Principles of Operation