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  • Page 1 G056/G058/G073/G074 SERVICE MANUAL 001048MIU RICOH GROUP COMPANIES...
  • Page 3 ® ® RICOH GROUP COMPANIES...

  • Page 5: Service Manual

    G056/G058/G073/G074 SERVICE MANUAL 001048MIU...
  • Page 7 It is the reader's responsibility when discussing the information contained within this document to maintain a level of confidentiality that is in the best interest of Ricoh Corporation and its member companies. NO PART OF THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY FASHION AND DISTRIBUTED WITHOUT THE PRIOR PERMISSION OF RICOH CORPORATION.
  • Page 9 WARNING Service Manual contains information regarding service techniques, procedures, processes and spare parts of office equipment distributed by Ricoh Corporation. Users of this manual should be either service trained or certified by successfully completing a Ricoh Technical Training Program. Untrained uncertified users utilizing...
  • Page 11 LEGEND COMPANY PRODUCT CODE GESTETNER LANIER RICOH SAVIN G056 P7026 Aficio SLP26 AP2600 G058 P7026n Aficio SLP26n AP2600N G073 P7126n Ricoh AP2610N MLP26n AP2610N G074 P7126 Ricoh AP2610 MLP26 AP2610 DOCUMENTATION HISTORY REV. NO. DATE COMMENTS 12/2000 Original Printing 3/2002...
  • Page 13 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICES PREVENTION OF PHYSICAL INJURY 1. Before disassembling or assembling parts of the copier and peripherals, make sure that the printer power cord is unplugged. 2. The wall outlet should be near the printer and easily accessible. 3. Note that some components of the printer and the paper tray unit are supplied with electrical voltage even if the main power switch is turned off.
  • Page 14 SAFETY AND ECOLOGICAL NOTES FOR DISPOSAL 1. Do not incinerate toner bottles or used toner. Toner dust may ignite suddenly when exposed to an open flame. 2. Dispose of used toner, developer, and organic photoconductors in accordance with local regulations. (These are non-toxic supplies.) 3.
  • Page 15 Trademarks ® ® ® Microsoft , Windows , and MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. ® PostScript is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems, Incorporated. ® is a registered trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company. ®...

  • Page 17: Table Of Contents

    G056/G058 TABLE OF CONTENTS INSTALLATION 1. INSTALLATION ................1-1 1.1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ............1-1 1.1.1 ENVIRONMENT ................1-1 1.1.2 MACHINE LEVEL ................1-1 1.1.3 MACHINE SPACE REQUIREMENT..........1-1 1.1.4 POWER REQUIREMENTS ..............1-2 1.2 MACHINE INSTALLATION ...............1-2 1.3 OPTIONAL UNIT INSTALLATION.............1-2 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 2. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE........... 2-1 2.1 USER MAINTENANCE ................2-1...
  • Page 18 Table 2: Paper Size Switch (optional paper tray)........5-12 Table 3: Paper Height Sensor (standard cassette) ......5-12 Table 4: Paper Height Sensor (optional paper tray)......5-12 5.3.3 OUTPUT CHECK TABLE ...............5-13 5.4 FIRMWARE UPDATE PROCEDURE............5-14 5.4.1 CONTROLLER/NIB/ENGINE FIRMWARE UPDATE......5-14 5.4.2 ERROR RECOVERY..............5-15 Controller ....................5-15 NIB/Engine Board ................5-15 G056/G058/G073/G074...
  • Page 19 5.7 USER PROGRAM MODE ...............5-17 5.8 DIP SWITCHES..................5-18 Controller Board..................5-18 Engine Board ..................5-18 5.9 FIRMWARE HISTORY ................5-19 5.9.1 G056/G058 ENGINE FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY ..5-19 5.9.2 G056/G058 NIB FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY....5-20 5.9.3 G056/G058 CONTROLLER FIRMWARE HISTORY ......5-23 DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS 6. DETAILED SECTION DESCRIPTIONS ........6-1 6.1 OVERVIEW ....................6-1...
  • Page 20 6.7 NIB ......................6-32 6.7.1 BLOCK DIAGRAM................6-32 6.7.2 LED INDICATORS................6-32 6.8 IEEE1394 INTERFACE ................6-33 6.8.1 SPECIFICATIONS................6-33 Hardware Specification ...............6-33 System Requirements.................6-33 6.8.2 IEEE1394 ..................6-33 6.8.3 BLOCK DIAGRAM................6-34 6.8.4 PIN ASSIGNMENT .................6-34 6.8.5 REMARKS ABOUT THIS INTERFACE KIT........6-35 6.8.6 TROUBLESHOOTING NOTES ............6-35 G056/G058/G073/G074...
  • Page 21 2.2.4 PAPER HEIGHT DETECTION ............8-6 2.2.5 PAPER SIZE DETECTION...............8-7 3. ENVELOPE FEEDER..............8-8 3.1 OVERALL MACHINE INFORMATION ............8-8 3.1.1 MECHANICAL COMPONENT LAYOUT...........8-8 DUPLEX UNIT G552 1. REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT........9-1 1.1 EXTERIOR COVERS ................9-1 1.2 DUPLEX BOARD AND SENSORS ............9-2 G056/G058/G073/G074...
  • Page 22 1.4 MAIN MOTOR ..................11-3 2. DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS ............. 11-5 2.1 OVERALL MACHINE INFORMATION ............11-5 2.1.1 MECHANICAL COMPONENT LAYOUT.........11-5 2.1.2 DRIVE LAYOUT ................11-5 2.1.3 ELECTRICAL COMPONENT LAYOUT ..........11-6 2.2 DETAILED SECTION DESCRIPTIONS ..........11-7 2.2.1 BASIC OPERATION...............11-7 2.2.2 SORT MODE OPERATION............11-7 G056/G058/G073/G074...
  • Page 23 2.1 PROGRAMMING A FLASH MEMORY CARD..........13-2 2.1.1 GETTING A SOURCE FILE ............13-2 2.1.2 PROGRAMMING A CARD WITH THE SOURCE......13-2 2.2 DOWNLOADING TO A MACHINE ............13-4 2.3 SAVING DATA TO A FILE ...............13-4 3. FUNCTIONS................13-5 3.1 FILE MENU ....................13-5 3.1.1 FILE – OPEN...................13-5 G056/G058/G073/G074...
  • Page 24 3.2.2 VIEW – STATUS BAR ..............13-6 3.3 IMAGE MENU ..................13-7 3.3.1 IMAGE – ERASE ................13-7 3.3.2 IMAGE – READ ................13-8 3.3.3 IMAGE – WRITE ................13-9 3.3.4 IMAGE – VERIFICATION ..............13-10 3.4 HELP MUNU ..................13-11 3.4.1 HELP – ABOUT SWAPUTI............13-11 G056/G058/G073/G074 viii...
  • Page 25 5.1 PRINTER CONTROLLER SERVICE MODE ..........5-1 5.1.1 SERVICE MODE MENU (“1. SERVICE MENU”) ......5-1 5.1.2 BIT SWITCH PROGRAMMING ............5-2 5.2 PRINTER ENGINE SERVICE MODE............5-3 5.2.1 SERVICE MODE TABLE (“2. ENGINE MAINTE”) .......5-3 5.2.2 INPUT / OUTPUT CHECK TABLE ...........5-8 5.3 USER PROGRAM MODE .................5-9 G056/G058/G073/G074...
  • Page 26 Related SP Modes ................6-11 SPECIFICATIONS 7. SPECIFICATIONS 1. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS..............7-1 1.1 SUPPORTED PAPER SIZES ..............7-3 2. SOFTWARE ACCESSORIES ..............7-4 2.1 PRINTER DRIVERS ................7-4 2.2 UTILITY SOFTWARE ................7-4 3. MACHINE CONFIGURATION ..............7-5 3.1 SYSTEM COMPONENTS ..............7-5 3.2 INTERNAL OPTIONS................7-6 4. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ................7-7 G056/G058/G073/G074...

  • Page 27: Replacement And Adjustment

    INSTALLATION B056/B058 DUPLEX UNIT G552 INSTALLATION G073/G074 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE B056/B058 FOUR-BIN MAILBOX G553 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE G073/G074 REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT B056/B058 ONE-BIN SHIFT TRAY G554 REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT G073/G074T TROUBLESHOOTING B056/B058 SWAPBOX AND SWAPFTL INSTALLATION MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING G073/G074 SERVICE TABLES B056/B058 SWAPFTL BINARY UTILITY OPERATION MANUAL SERVICE TABLES G073/G074...

  • Page 29: Installation

    INSTALLATION...

  • Page 31: Installation Requirements

    Within 5 mm (0.2”) of level 1.1.3 MACHINE SPACE REQUIREMENT Place the machine near the power source, providing clearance as shown. A: Over 10 cm (4”) B: Over 10 cm (4”) C: Over 100 cm (40”) D: Over 10 cm (4”) G056I500.WMF G056/G058...

  • Page 32: Power Requirements

    • Duplex Unit • Envelope Feeder • NIB (G056 only) - the NIB is a standard component for the G058 • Hard disk • IEEE1394 (G056/G058 - to install in the G058, the NIB must be removed first) • 64-MB DIMM G056/G058...

  • Page 33: Preventive Maintenance

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE...

  • Page 35: User Maintenance

    PM counter. Item Quantity Remarks Fusing unit Transfer roller Paper feed roller for the standard tray Paper feed rollers for the optional Optional paper tray unit Friction pad - standard tray Friction pads - optional trays Optional paper tray unit G056/G058...

  • Page 36: Service Maintenance

    Driven Rollers Clean with water Trays Clean with water One-bin Shift Tray NOTE Exit Rollers Clean with water Driven Rollers Clean with water Transport Rollers Clean with water Paper Tray Clean with water Tray Paper Sensor Clean with water G056/G058...

  • Page 37: Replacement And Adjustment

    REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT...

  • Page 39: Special Tools

    NOTE: This manual uses the following symbols. ! : Screws " : Connector ☛ : See or Refer to 3.1 SPECIAL TOOLS Part Number Description Described Q’ty Section A0069104 Scanner Positioning Pin (4 pcs/set) A2309352 Flash Memory Card - 4MB G0219350 Loop-back connector - parallel G056/G058...

  • Page 40: Exterior Covers

    [B]: Operation panel (2 hooks, " x1) [C]: Upper exit cover [D]: Open the exit guide plate. [E]: Upper cover (! x4) [F]: By-pass tray unit (2 hooks) [G]: Front cover (3 hooks, " x1) [H]: Left cover (! x2) [I]: Right cover (3 hooks) G056/G058...

  • Page 41: Laser Unit

    Turn off the main power switch and unplug the machine before attempting any of the procedures in this section. Laser beams can seriously damage your eyes. 3.3.1 CAUTION DECAL LOCATIONS The caution decal is located in the laser section as shown below. G058R500.WMF G058R202.WMF G056/G058...

  • Page 42: Polygon Mirror Motor

    (! x4, " x1) NOTE: Do not touch the surface of the mirror with bare hands. G058R204.WMF 3.3.3 LASER SYNCHRONIZATION DETECTOR Operation panel (☛ 3.2 Exterior Covers) Upper cover (☛ 3.2 Exterior Covers) [A]: Laser synchronization detector (" x1) G058R206.WMF G056/G058...

  • Page 43: Laser Unit

    Operation panel (☛ 3.2 Exterior Covers) Upper cover (☛ 3.2 Exterior Covers) Left cover (☛ 3.2 Exterior Covers) [A]: 230V machine only: Sheet (! x1) [B]: Thermistor (! x1) [C]: Clip [D]: Laser unit (! x4, 1 flat cable, " x2) G056/G058...
  • Page 44 LASER UNIT When reinstalling the laser unit Use the scanner positioning pin (P/N: A0069104) to reinstall the unit. G058R208.WMF [E]: Set the positioning pins as shown above. Then secure the laser unit. G056/G058...

  • Page 45: Laser Diode Unit

    When installing the LD Unit: Tighten the screw [C] until the unpainted portion of the screw [F] is not visible. After installing the LD unit, check the test pattern for the final adjustment (see Laser beam pitch adjustment the following procedure). G056/G058...

  • Page 46: Laser Beam Pitch Adjustment

    • Cross-stitch pattern: The thin lines are of uniform thickness (no striping effect should appear on the printout). • Grid pattern: The diagonal lines appear clearly and are of normal density. Feed direction G056R502.WMF Adjustment not complete Adjustment complete G056/G058...

  • Page 47: Transfer Roller

    TRANSFER ROLLER 3.4 TRANSFER ROLLER Cartridge [A]: Transfer roller NOTE: Do not touch the transfer roller surface. G058R401.WMF 3.5 TONER END SENSOR Cartridge [A]: Toner end sensor (4 hooks, " x1) G058R301.WMF G056/G058...

  • Page 48: Fusing

    FUSING 3.6 FUSING 3.6.1 FUSING UNIT CAUTION Allow time for the unit to cool before doing the following procedure. G058R501.WMF G058R502.WMF [A]: Exit cover [B]: Fusing unit (lift hooks [C]) G056/G058 3-10...

  • Page 49: Hot Roller And Fusing Lamp

    FUSING 3.6.2 HOT ROLLER AND FUSING LAMP G058R508.WMF G058R507.WMF Fusing unit (☛ 3.6.1 Fusing Unit) [A]: Right cover (! x2) [B]: Upper fusing unit assembly (! x4) [C]: Left cover (! x1) [D]: Lamp holders (! x1 each) 3-11 G056/G058...
  • Page 50 [G]: Hot roller strippers (1 spring each) [H]: Hot roller (2 C-rings, 1 gear, 2 bushings). NOTE: Before installing the new hot roller, peel off 3 cm (1 inch) from both ends of the protective sheet on the new roller. Remove protective sheet. G056/G058 3-12...

  • Page 51: Thermistor And Thermostat

    G058R503.WMF Hot roller (☛ 3.6.2 Hot Roller and Fusing Lamp) [A]: Wire cover (! x1) [B]: Grounding plate (! x1, 1 wire) [C]: Fusing unit connector (! x3, " x1)) [D]: Thermistor (! x1) [E]: Thermostat (! x1) 3-13 G056/G058...

  • Page 52: Paper Feed

    PAPER FEED 3.7 PAPER FEED 3.7.1 FEED ROLLER Paper Tray [A]: Paper feed roller G058R107.WMF 3.7.2 FRICTION PAD Paper Tray [A]: Friction pad (2 hooks, 1 spring) G058R404.WMF G056/G058 3-14...

  • Page 53: By-Pass Tray

    1) Set the paper guide on the bushing. 2) Install the left part of the actuator in the machine. 3) Install the right part of the actuator on the paper guide. 4) Install the paper guide. 5) Make sure that the actuator moves smoothly. 3-15 G056/G058...

  • Page 54: Printer Controller Board

    [A]: Bracket (! x6, 1 grounding wire) NOTE: The sheet is used for 230V machine only. [B]: Clip [C]: Engine board (! x5, all connectors) NOTE: Remove the NVRAM [D] from the old engine board and put it on the new board. G056/G058 3-16...

  • Page 55: Main Motor

    [A]: By-pass feed solenoid (! x1, " x1) [B]: Gear (1 hook) [C]: Stopper (! x1) [D]: Relay clutch (1 hook, " x1) [E]: Paper feed clutch (1 hook, " x1) Main motor (☛ 3.11 Main Motor) [F]: Registration clutch (# x1, " x1) 3-17 G056/G058...

  • Page 56: Power Supply Unit And High Voltage Supply Board

    Fusing unit (☛ 3.6.1 Fusing Unit) [A]: PSU cover (! x2) [B]: PSU assembly (! x9, all connectors) [C]: High voltage supply board (! x4) [D]: 230V machine only: Choke coil (! x2, " x1) [E]: Power supply unit (! x5) G056/G058 3-18...

  • Page 57: Image Adjustment

    (a) is printed out). 3. Loosen four screws and move the laser unit. 4. Tighten the laser unit. 5. Print the trimming area pattern to check the image. If it is still the same, repeat step 3 to 5. 3-19 G056/G058...

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING...

  • Page 61: Service Call Conditions

    NOTE: 1) If the problem concerns electrical circuit boards, first disconnect then reconnect the connectors before replacing the PCBs. 2) If the problem concerns a motor lock, first check the mechanical load before replacing motors or sensors. G056/G058...

  • Page 62: Sc Code Descriptions

    20 °C • Power supply board defective during 11 seconds. • Poor connection of the fusing unit The fusing temperature detected by the thermistor was 0 °C 5 seconds after the fusing relay was turned on. G056/G058...
  • Page 63 • The engine board detects an I I/F bus error. • Shift motor defective Shift tray motor error • Shift tray: Left shift sensor or right Tray shift did not finish within a certain time after the shift motor shift sensor defective turned on. G056/G058...

  • Page 64: Controller Error

    Optional font ROM error • Replace the controller if the error is Clock generator error consistent. • Replace the controller if the error is NIB interface error consistent. • Replace the controller if the error is IEEE1394 interface error consistent. G056/G058...
  • Page 65 • Replace the HDD if the error is consistent. HDD damaged cluster error HDD data unable to read HDD data access error HDD access error • Replace the NVRAM if the error is Controller counter error consistent. • Try downloading the controller software Software update error again. G056/G058...

  • Page 66: Electrical Component Defects

    Rear Cover Safety The Rear Cover Open message is Shorted displayed even if the rear cover or paper exit cover is closed. NOTE: The CN numbers describe the connector number on the engine board (except for the main switch). G056/G058...

  • Page 67: Blown Fuse Conditions

    3.15 A/250 V No power 5 A/125 V 5 A/250V No power No power 5 A/125 V 5 A/250V (LEDs flash once) 4.5 LEDS No LEDs are used for this model (except for the NIB - refer to section 6.7). G056/G058...
  • Page 68 FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev. 05/2000 4.6 FIRMWARE HISTORY 4.6.1 G056/G058 FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY G056/G058 FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY PART SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION NUMBER NUMBER VERSION • First Mass Production of Machine G0565920 B 1 st Mass 1.01 Production • Firmware modified to make corrections for...
  • Page 69 Rev. 08/2001 FIRMWARE HISTORY G056/G058 FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY PART SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION NUMBER NUMBER VERSION ⇒ Corrects the following: G0565920 G Does not exist in 1.06 • the field In rare cases with graphic images, a dark band(s) appears or part of the image becomes black on prints.

  • Page 71: Service Tables

    SERVICE TABLES...

  • Page 73: Service Program Mode

    3: End: Exit service mode To select an item, press the “Enter” key. Then the sub-menu will appear. Scroll through the sub menu items using the “Up/Down arrow” keys. To go back to a higher level, press the “Escape” key. G056/G058...

  • Page 74: Inputting A Value Or Setting For A Service Program

    The previous value remains if the “Enter” key is not pressed. Exiting Service Mode Select “3. End” from the service mode main menu, then press the “Enter” key. NOTE: To make the settings effective, turn the main switch off and on after exiting service mode. G056/G058...

  • Page 75: Printer Controller Service Mode

    Not used Do not change the setting. Bit Switch 03 - Not used (do not change any of these settings) Bit Switch 04 - Not used (do not change any of these settings) G056/G058...

  • Page 76: Printer Engine Service Mode

    Normally, do not change the setting. Toner End Number of prints Adjusts the number of prints the 50 to 200 Count after toner near- machine can print after it detects toner 50 sheets/step end is detected near-end. 200 sheets G056/G058...
  • Page 77 Do not use a higher value than 30 k. 35k prints 40k prints Waste Lim Action when Determines whether the machine stops Stop toner end is printing after the cartridge counter (Stop printing) detected reaches the above limit. (Do not stop) G056/G058...
  • Page 78 The number is printed on the meter- programming charge counter report when the meter- charge mode is turned on. Initializes the Initializes the hard disk. Use this only if HDD Init there is a hard disk error. Prog Designers’ use only Checksum G056/G058...
  • Page 79 Menu key (if meter charge mode is enabled). It does not count up when certain items, such as service reports, are printed (see section 6.6.1. for a complete list of conditions). Disp ROM ROM version Displays the firmware version (system, display engine, and duplex). G056/G058...

  • Page 80: Memory Clear

    OHP Clutch Rt Fusing start Curl control Charge Rol Bias Main scan mag Subs can mag Service/Printer engine Developer bias Toner end count Transfer curr Thermistor adj Effective info Catridge lmt Waste Lim Stop Toner end sensor Meter charge G056/G058...
  • Page 81 Service/Printer engine Service TEL User code counter Note 3: PRT (Clears system settings) Setting Name User or Service Mode Tray Priority User/Paper Input Misfeed Recovery Print Error Report Auto Continue Memory Overflow User/System Output Tray Job Separation Memory usage G056/G058...

  • Page 82: Input Check Table

    (optional paper feed unit) Paper size sensor - optional paper tray See table 2 upper cassette Not used Paper height sensor - optional paper See table 4 tray upper cassette 37-40 Not used Paper output tray cover sensor Opened Closed (Interrupted) G056/G058 5-10...

  • Page 83: Table 1: Paper Size Switch (Main Unit)

    A4 LEF " x 13" 11" x 8 " 11" x 8 " A4 SEF * (Asterisk) * (Asterisk) A4 LEF " x 11" " x 11" A5 LEF 11" x 17" 1: Pushed Switch No. 1 G056M500.WMF 5-11 G056/G058...

  • Page 84: Table 2: Paper Size Switch (Optional Paper Tray)

    Number SP Value Paper Amount More than 20% 24, 31 Less than 20% Table 4: Paper Height Sensor (optional paper tray) Number SP Value Paper Amount Less than 10% More than 90% 10 - 50% 50 - 90% G056/G058 5-12...

  • Page 85: Output Check Table

    Mailbox turn gate solenoid 4 (optional 4-bin mailbox) 38-40 Not used Duplex inverter motor (forward: optional duplex unit) Duplex inverter motor (reverse: optional duplex unit) Duplex transport motor (Optional duplex unit) Inverter gate solenoid (Optional duplex unit) 45-50 Not used 5-13 G056/G058...

  • Page 86: Firmware Update Procedure

    2. Turn on the main switch, then downloading will ∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗ automatically start. 9. When updating card-2 is finished, “Update done” is Update done displayed. Then, remove the card, turn on the main switch and print the configuration sheet. Check that controller firmware is successfully updated. G056/G058 5-14...

  • Page 87: Error Recovery

    NOTE: The default settings of the DIP switches are all ‘OFF’. 10. Turn on the machine, and print the service summary report. NIB/Engine Board If a download attempt failed, try downloading the new firmware again using the procedure described in section 5.4.1. 5-15 G056/G058...

  • Page 88: Power-On Self Test

    • IEEE1394 interface (if installed) • NVRAM • Optional HDD (if installed) • Refer to section 5.3.1 for how to check the error codes (Engine service mode - Diag result) • Refer to section 4.2 for details about the error codes. G056/G058 5-16...

  • Page 89: User Program Mode

    Energy Saver Memory Usage Unit of Measure Edge Smoothing Resolution Toner Saving Host Interface I/O Buffer I/O Timeout Network Setup (NIB required) PCL Menu Orientation Form Lines Font Source Font Number Point Size Font Pitch Language Symbol Set G056M501.WMF 5-17 G056/G058...

  • Page 90: Dip Switches

    NOTE: The default settings of the DIP switches are all ‘OFF’. Engine Board Controller Board Bit 4 G056T500.WMF Engine Board DIP switch 1 on the engine board is for factory use only. Do not change the setting. G056/G058 5-18...

  • Page 91: Firmware History

    FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev. 12/2002 5.9 FIRMWARE HISTORY 5.9.1 G056/G058 PRINTER ENGINE FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY G056/G058 PRINT ENGINE FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION LEVEL NUMBER VERSION • Beginning of mass production G0525172 D First Production 1.07 Firmware modified to correct the following.

  • Page 92: G056/G058 Nib Firmware Modification History

    5,9 ENGINE FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev.08/2001 ⇒ 5.9.2 G056/G058 NIB FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY G056/G058 NIB FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION LEVEL NUMBER VERSION • Beginning of mass production First Production 1.46 G0585910 A Firmware modified to correct the following.
  • Page 93 Rev. 05/2002 5,9 ENGINE FIRMWARE HISTORY 5.9.2 G056/G058 NIB FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY G056/G058 NIB FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE LEVEL NUMBER VERSION Firmware modified to correct the following. G0585910 D February 2000 1.49 1. After a job is canceled from a Unix...
  • Page 94 ENGINE FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev. 12/2002 G056/G058 NIB FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE LEVEL NUMBER VERSION Firmware modified to correct the following: G0585910 F June 2000 1.53 The spelling of the display for Job production Interrupt in prnlog was change from “Cancelled”...

  • Page 95: G056/G058 Controller Firmware History

    FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev. 12/2002 5.9.3 G056/G058 CONTROLLER FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY G056/G058 CONTROLLER FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY PART SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION NUMBER NUMBER VERSION • G0565920 B 1 st Mass 1.01 First Mass Production of Machine Production • Firmware modified to make corrections for...
  • Page 96 FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev12/2002 G056/G058 CONTROLLER FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY PART SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION NUMBER NUMBER VERSION Corrects the following: G0565920 G Does not exist in 1.06 • the field In rare cases with graphic images, a dark band(s) appears or part of the image becomes black on prints.
  • Page 97 FIRMWARE HISTORY G056/G058 CONTROLLER FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY PART SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION NUMBER NUMBER VERSION Corrects the following: G0565921 D February 2002 1.14 • production While downloading PS fonts to a machine with the HDD option installed, the correct PS serial number cannot be output.

  • Page 99: Detailed Descriptions

    DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS...

  • Page 101: Detailed Section Descriptions

    10. Transfer roller 3. Charge roller 11. Drum 4. Development roller 12. Pressure roller 5. By-pass feed tray 13. Hot roller 6. By-pass feed roller 14. Paper exit roller 7. Paper feed roller 15. Quenching lamp 8. Friction pad G056/G058...

  • Page 102: Paper Path

    OVERVIEW 6.1.2 PAPER PATH G058D110.WMF G058D109.WMF [A]: Optional four-bin mailbox [B]: Optional paper tray unit (the top tray can be an envelope feeder) [C]: Optional duplex unit [D]: Optional one-bin shift tray unit G056/G058...

  • Page 103: Board Structure

    The NIB (network interface board) or IEEE1394 board can be installed on the G056 model as options. NOTE: 1) The NIB and the IEEE1394 board cannot be installed at the same time. 2) The NIB is a standard component for the G058 but not the G056. G056/G058...

  • Page 104: Descriptions

    7. Memory DIMM (Option: 64MB DRAM) This is for additional printer processing memory, collation, and for soft fonts. 8. Control Panel Board Controls the display panel, the LED, and the keypad. 9. IEEE1284 Interface This is a parallel printer port. G056/G058...

  • Page 105: Controller Board

    IC CARD G056D507.WMF SIMAC: The SIMAC ASIC is a multi-purpose peripheral controller. It controls all the functions of the printer controller board. CPU: 32-bit CPU (RM5231-200) SDRAM: 32MB SDRAM Flash ROM: 8MB Flash ROM NVRAM: Stores the controller settings G056/G058...

  • Page 106: Printing Process

    5) Separation: The separation plate helps to separate the paper from the drum. 6) Cleaning: The cleaning blade removes any toner remaining on the drum surface after the image transfers to the paper. 7) Quenching: The light from the quenching lamp neutralizes the charge remaining on the drum. G056/G058...

  • Page 107: Laser Exposure

    • After the LD unit has been replaced, its position must be adjusted (see Replacement and Adjustment). • The thermistor next to the laser unit (not shown) checks the temperature inside the machine. The machine automatically adjusts the charge roller and transfer voltages in response to this temperature. G056/G058...

  • Page 108: Automatic Power Control (Apc)

    The LD control IC on the engine board controls this. • The laser diode power is adjusted on the production line. Do not touch the variable resistors on the LD unit in the field. G056/G058...

  • Page 109: Ld Safety Mechanisms

    Laser Shutter The laser shutter [A] is a back-up safety measure in case the switches are defective and the +5VLD power reaches the laser diodes. The laser shutter cuts the laser beam when the front cover is opened. G058D202.WMF G056/G058...

  • Page 110: Cartridge Overview

    6.3.4 DRUM CHARGE [A]: Charge roller [B]: Cleaning pad G058D511.WMF • The charge roller gives the drum surface a negative charge of about -900 V. • The cleaning pad [A] contacts the charge roller to clean the surface. G056/G058 6-10...

  • Page 111: Development

    [G] stirs and mixes the developer. • This machine does not use a TD sensor or ID sensor to control toner density. • The toner density is controlled by the pre-doctor blade [C] and the doctor blade [F]. 6-11 G056/G058...

  • Page 112: Toner Density Control

    Print Data: White Black Toner G N D Laser Exposed Area -140V Developmemt Roller -700V Drum Surface Voltage -900V G058D510.WMF • Toner transfers from the development roller to the areas on the drum that were exposed to the laser. G056/G058 6-12...

  • Page 113: Toner End Detection

    • To avoid waste toner tank overflow, the machine can also stop printing if the total number of prints per cartridge exceeds a certain limit (default setting: 30k). This number can be adjusted with “Waste Lim Count” in the engine service mode. 6-13 G056/G058...

  • Page 114: Image Transfer And Paper Separation

    The machine cleans the transfer roller under the following conditions. • At power on • During fusing unit warm-up • Immediately after a jam has been cleared • Any time the front cover is opened and closed • After a job which is 10 pages or larger G056/G058 6-14...

  • Page 115: Cleaning

    • There is no waste toner overflow detection. See "Toner End Detection" for details on avoiding waste tank overflow. 6.3.8 QUENCHING [A]: Quenching lamp [B]: Drum G058D401.WMF • Light from the quenching lamp (LED) reaches the drum through the slit at the top of the cartridge. 6-15 G056/G058...

  • Page 116: Id Chip

    PRINTING PROCESS 6.3.9 ID CHIP [A]: ID chip [B]: Cartridge G058D530.WMF • An ID chip is installed in the cartridge which contains cartridge information. G056/G058 6-16...

  • Page 117: Paper Feed

    Paper size switch Tray Capacity: 250 sheets Tray Extension: Available By-pass Tray Paper Feed System: Feed roller and friction pad Paper Lift Mechanism: Cams and springs Paper Detection: By-pass tray paper sensor Paper Size Detection: None Tray Capacity: 100 sheets 6-17 G056/G058...

  • Page 118: Paper Tray

    [D] up. • The springs [E] between the tray arms and bottom plates lift the plate. • The springs [E] keep the stack of the paper at the correct height. • There is no height sensor. G058D105.WMF G056/G058 6-18...

  • Page 119: Paper Feed And Registration

    [H]: Relay roller • The friction pad pressure cannot be adjusted. • The machine makes a paper buckle at the registration roller to correct paper skew. The paper buckle can be adjusted by Engine Service Mode; Regist Sag. 6-19 G056/G058...

  • Page 120: Paper Size Detection

    Paper End Detection When the paper tray runs out of paper, the feeler of paper end sensor [E] drops into the cutout in the bottom plate and the paper end sensor is activated. G056/G058 6-20...

  • Page 121: By-Pass Tray

    [C] starts to feed paper to the registration roller [D] through the relay roller [E]. • The by-pass feed roller shaft has two cams [F]. These cams release the bottom plate to press the stack of paper against the feed roller. • There is no width sensor. 6-21 G056/G058...

  • Page 122: Image Fusing And Paper Exit

    7. Fusing pressure roller 3. Thermostat 8. Pressure spring 4. Thermistor 9. Fusing exit roller 5. Fusing lamp 10. Paper exit sensor 6.5.2 FUSING DRIVE G058D504.WMF • The main motor [A] drives the fusing unit through a gear train. G056/G058 6-22...

  • Page 123: Fusing Entrance Guide Shift

    6.5.4 PRESSURE ROLLER G058D505.WMF • To change the applied pressure, adjust the position of the pressure springs. The factory setting for the spring position is at the top (minimum pressure). 6-23 G056/G058...

  • Page 124: New Fusing Unit Detection

    - If Meter Charge Mode is disabled (default setting) - • After the fusing unit has been replaced, the CPU detects the new unit and automatically removes the “Replace Maintenance Kit” message. Then, the maintenance counter resets automatically. G056/G058 6-24...

  • Page 125: Fusing Temperature Control

    170 °C 165 °C 160 °C By-pass (Others) 180 °C 180 °C 180 °C Envelope Feeder 185 °C 185 °C 185 °C Thick Paper To change between on/off control and phase control: Engine Service Mode - Fusing control 6-25 G056/G058...

  • Page 126: Paper Exit

    [B]: Paper exit sensor G058D601.WMF • When the paper overflow detection sensor [A] is activated, the machine detects that the paper stack height has exceeded a certain limit and stops printing. • The paper exit sensor [B] detects paper misfeeds. G056/G058 6-26...

  • Page 127: Energy Saver Mode

    However, the +24V, +12V, and +5V lines are still active. Leaving Energy Saver Mode The machine leaves energy saver mode when one of the following happens. • Print command received from the PC • Any cover opened and closed • Any operation panel keys pressed 6-27 G056/G058...

  • Page 128: Controller Functions

    • The partition can hold up to 30 files, including files stored using locked print. • The maximum number of pages is 1,000, including jobs using locked print and collation. NOTE: Sample print requires the installation of an optional hard disk. G056/G058 6-28...

  • Page 129: Locked Print

    Manual Tray Select If the selected tray does not have the paper size and type specified by the driver, the controller stops printing until the user loads the correct paper. 6-29 G056/G058...

  • Page 130: Auto Continue

    Tray 2 (Optional) selected as the “Priority Tray.” Tray 3 (Optional) Bypass Feed G058D521.WMF Manual Tray Select The machine prints from the selected tray even if the paper size and type do not match the setting specified from the driver. G056/G058 6-30...

  • Page 131: Paper Output Tray

    • If a tray becomes full and paper is detected in the next tray, the machine displays an error and stops printing. • If all trays become full (overflow detected in all trays), the machine displays an error and stops printing. This time, all paper must be removed. 6-31 G056/G058...

  • Page 132: Nib

    • The Flash ROM contains the NIB firmware. The firmware can be upgraded using an Flash ROM card connected to the controller board. 6.7.2 LED INDICATORS LED2 (Yellow) LED1 (Green) G056D506.WMF Description LED1 (Green): Link status Link success Link failure LED2 (Yellow): Data rate 100 Mbps 10 Mbps G056/G058 6-32...

  • Page 133: Ieee1394 Interface

    IEEE1394 network. IEEE1394 cables can be either 4-pin (data only) or 6-pin (data and power). IEEE1394 allows either 6-pin or 4-pin connectors. However, this machine only uses the 6-pin connectors. The machine has two 6-pin ports. 6-33 G056/G058...

  • Page 134: Block Diagram

    • EEPROM: 256-byte ROM 6.8.4 PIN ASSIGNMENT Pin assignment Pin 1 Pin 4 Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 5 Pin 6 Pin 6 G056D514.WMF Signal Description Cable Power Receive strobe Transmit data Receive data Transmit strobe G056/G058 6-34...

  • Page 135: Remarks About This Interface Kit

    • Try to find out where in the chain the problem is occurring. Test the machine one-to-one with the computer to determine if the printer is defective (when the printer’s interface cable is plugged in, the computer should see ‘Printer Ready’; when the cable is disconnected, the computer should see ‘Offline’). 6-35 G056/G058...

  • Page 137: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS...

  • Page 139: General Specifications

    136 fonts (24 Type 2 fonts, 112 Type 14 fonts) Host Interfaces: Bi-directional IEEE1284 parallel x 1: Standard Ethernet (100 Base-TX/10 Base-T): Standard for G058 IEEE1394: Optional for G056 (G058: Must remove NIB) Network Protocols: TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, NetBEUI, Apple Talk 6.5 s or less (A4/LT LEF, standard tray)
  • Page 140 40 dB or less 40 dB or less NOTE: The above measurements were made in accordance with ISO 9296 at the operator position. Dimensions (W x D x H): 468 x 437 x 305 mm Weight: Less than 18 kg G056/G058...

  • Page 141: Supported Paper Sizes

    297 x 432 mm Remarks: Supported. The paper size sensor detects the paper size. Supported. The user has to select the correct paper size for the tray. Supported. The user has to enter the width and length of the paper. Not supported. G056/G058...

  • Page 142: Software Accessories

    A peer to peer print utility over a TCP/IP network. This provides Port Navi the parallel printing and recovery printing features. (Win95/98, 2000, NT4) Printer Utility for Mac This software provides several convenient functions for printing from Macintosh clients. G056/G058...

  • Page 143: Machine Configuration

    MACHINE CONFIGURATION MACHINE CONFIGURATION 7.3.1 SYSTEM COMPONENTS G058V107.WMF Item Machine Code Remarks G058 G058: Includes the NIB as standard Main Unit G056 Option Duplex Unit G552 4-bin Mailbox G553 1-bin Shift Tray G554 Paper Tray Unit G555 Up to two tray units can be installed.

  • Page 144: Optional Equipment

    (18 to 28 lb.) Paper Capacity: 1 sheet Power Source: DC 24V, 5V (from the main unit) Power Consumption: 35 W Dimensions (W x D x H): 419 x 115 x 257 mm (when installed in the machine) Weight 6 kg G056/G058...

  • Page 145: Four-Bin Mailbox

    250 sheets (80 g/m , 20 lb.) Power Source: DC 24V, 5V (from the main unit) Power Consumption: 12 W Dimensions (W x D x H): 462 x 393 x 160 mm (when installed in the machine) Weight 2.6 kg G056/G058...
  • Page 147 G555 PAPER TRAY UNIT G556 ENVELOPE FEEDER...

  • Page 149: Replacement And Adjustment

    ☛: See or Refer to !: screw ": connector 1.1 PAPER FEED UNIT G555R101.WMF • Remove the paper tray unit from the main unit. • Draw out the paper tray. [A]: Remove the paper feed unit ( ! x5). G056/G058...

  • Page 150: Paper Feed Roller

    PAPER FEED ROLLER 1.2 PAPER FEED ROLLER G555R103.WMF • Draw out the paper tray [A]: Paper feed roller (move the lever [B] to the left) 1.3 FRICTION PAD G555R102.WMF • Draw out the paper tray. [A]: Friction pad G056/G058...

  • Page 151: Detailed Descriptions

    3. Bottom plate 2.1.2 ELECTRICAL COMPONENT LAYOUT G555V101.WMF 1. Paper tray board 5. Paper end sensor 2. Paper feed clutch 6. Paper feed sensor 3. Paper feed motor 7. Paper height sensor 4. Paper size switch 8. Paper height sensor G056/G058...

  • Page 152: Detailed Section Descriptions

    2.2.1 PAPER FEED AND SEPARATION G555D104.WMF • The paper tray holds 500 sheets. • The paper feed unit uses a feed roller and friction pad mechanism. [A]: Paper feed roller [B]: Friction pad [C]: Pressure spring [D]: Paper feed sensor G056/G058...

  • Page 153: Paper Lift

    Paper lift is the same as for the main unit. 2.2.3 PAPER END DETECTION G555D103.WMF • When the paper tray runs out of paper, the feeler [A] drops into the cutout in the bottom plate to actuate the paper end sensor. G056/G058...

  • Page 154: Paper Height Detection

    The signals from the sensors indicate whether there are 450, 250, or 50 sheets remaining. 450 sheets 500 sheets (90%) (100%) 50 sheets 250 sheets (10%) (50%) G555D106.WMF Paper height Paper height Amount of paper sensor 1 sensor 2 50 sheets 250 sheets 450 sheets 500 sheets OFF: Unblocked, ON: Blocked G056/G058...

  • Page 155: Paper Size Detection

    • When the paper size dial is at the “*” mark, the paper tray can be set up to accommodate one of a wider range of paper sizes by using a User Tool at the machine’s operation panel (Paper Input menu – Tray Paper Size). G056/G058...

  • Page 156: Envelope Feeder

    • If two optional trays have been installed, the envelope feeder must go into the top tray. • The layout is the same as the paper tray. • The friction pad in this unit is rubber-coated. The friction pad in the paper tray unit is made of cork. G056/G058...
  • Page 157 G552 DUPLEX UNIT...

  • Page 159: Replacement And Adjustment

    1.1 EXTERIOR COVERS G552R101.WMF G552R102.WMF • Remove the duplex unit from the main unit. • Open the upper cover [A]. [A]: Upper cover (! x2) [B]: Right cover (! x2) [C]: Left cover (! x1) [D]: Front cover (! x2) G056/G058...
  • Page 160 1.2 DUPLEX BOARD AND SENSORS G552R103.WMF G552R104.WMF G552R105.WMF • Front cover (☛ Exterior Covers) [A]: Duplex board bracket (! x2) [B]: Duplex board (! x2, all connectors) [C]: Inverter sensor (" x1) [D]: Entrance sensor (" x1) [E]: Exit sensor (" x1) G056/G058...

  • Page 161: Detailed Description

    OVERALL MACHINE INFORMATION 2. DETAILED DESCRIPTION 2.1 OVERALL MACHINE INFORMATION 2.1.1 MECHANICAL COMPONENT LAYOUT G552V101.WMF 1. Junction gate 2. Entrance sensor 3. Inverter rollers 4. Transport rollers 5. Transport sensor 6. Exit sensor G056/G058...

  • Page 162: Drive Layout

    1. Inverter rollers 2. Inverter motor 3. Transport motor 4. Transport rollers 2.1.3 ELECTRICAL COMPONENT LAYOUT 1. Entrance sensor 2. Junction gate solenoid 3. Inverter motor 4. Duplex board 5. Transport motor 6. Inverter sensor 7. Exit sensor G552V104.WMF G056/G058...

  • Page 163: Detailed Section Descriptions

    Example: 8 pages. The center number in the illustration shows the order of pages. The number with the circle in the illustration shows the order of sheets of print paper (if highlighted, this indicates the second side). ➀ ➁ ➂ ➃ G552I500.WMF G552D106.WMF G056/G058...

  • Page 164: Length Up To A4 Lef/Lt Lef

    Example: 8 pages. The center number in the illustration shows the order of pages. The number with the circle in the illustration shows the order of sheets of print paper (if highlighted, this indicates the second side). ➀ ➁ ➂ ➃ G552I501.WMF G552D107.WMF G056/G058...

  • Page 165: Feed In And Exit Mechanism

    • After the trailing edge of the paper passes the inverter sensor [D], the inverter roller [E] changes its rotation direction and the paper goes to the transport area [F]. • The transport rollers [G] send the paper to the registration rollers in the main frame. G056/G058...
  • Page 167 G553 FOUR-BIN MAILBOX...

  • Page 169: Replacement And Adjustment

    NOTE: This manual uses several symbols. The meanings of those symbols are as follows: ☛: See or Refer to !: screw ": connector 1.1 EXTERIOR COVERS G553R101.WMF [A]: Each tray [B]: Right cover (! x1) [C]: Left cover (! x1) [D]: Upper cover 10-1 G056/G058...

  • Page 170: Overflow And Vertical Transport Sensors

    1.2 OVERFLOW AND VERTICAL TRANSPORT SENSORS G553R102.WMF G553R103.WMF • Each tray (☛ Exterior Covers) [A]: Each tray cover [B]: Sensor holder (! x1) [C]: Tray paper sensor (" x1) [D]: Overflow sensor (" x1) [E]: Vertical transport sensor (" x1) G056/G058 10-2...

  • Page 171: Main Motor

    MAIN MOTOR 1.3 MAIN MOTOR G553R104.WMF • Left cover (☛ Exterior Covers) [A]: Mailbox board (! x2, " x11) [B]: Drive bracket (! x5) [C]: Main motor (! x2) 10-3 G056/G058...

  • Page 172: Detailed Descriptions

    OVERALL MACHINE INFORMATION 2. DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS 2.1 OVERALL MACHINE INFORMATION 2.1.1 MECHANICAL COMPONENT LAYOUT G553V101.WMF 1. 4th tray 5. Vertical transport roller 2. 3rd tray 6. Turn gate 3. 2nd tray 7. Exit roller 4. 1st tray G056/G058 10-4...

  • Page 173: Drive Layout

    OVERALL MACHINE INFORMATION 2.1.2 DRIVE LAYOUT G553V102.WMF 1. Timing belt 2. Main motor 3. Main motor timing belt 10-5 G056/G058...

  • Page 174: Electrical Component Layout

    5. 4th tray paper sensor 14. Lower vertical transport sensor 6. 3rd tray paper sensor 15. Junction gate solenoid 7. 4th tray overflow sensor 16. 1st turn gate solenoid 8. 2nd tray paper sensor 17. Mailbox board 9. 3rd tray overflow sensor G056/G058 10-6...

  • Page 175: Detailed Section Descriptions

    • When the top tray (4th tray) is selected, none of the solenoids are activated. • After the last sheet passes the upper or lower vertical transport sensor (depending on the selected tray), the main motor, junction gate solenoid, and the turn gate solenoid for the selected tray turn off. 10-7 G056/G058...
  • Page 177 G554 ONE-BIN SHIFT TRAY...
  • Page 179 NOTE: This manual uses several symbols. The meanings of those symbols are as follows: ☛: See or Refer to !: screw ": connector 1.1 EXTERIOR COVERS [A]: Tray [B]: Right cover (! x1) [C]: Left cover (! x1) [D]: Upper cover (1 snap-ring) G554R101.WMF 11-1 G056/G058...

  • Page 180: Shift Timing And Tray Paper Sensors

    Right cover (☛ Exterior Covers) [A]: Tray cover [B]: Shift timing sensor (" x1) [C]: Tray paper sensor (" x1) 1.3 COVER AND OVERFLOW SENSORS [A]: Sensor cover [B]: Cover sensor (" x1) [C]: Overflow sensor (" x1) G554R104.WMF G056/G058 11-2...
  • Page 181 MAIN MOTOR 1.4 MAIN MOTOR G554R106.WMF G554R105.WMF Left cover (☛ Exterior Covers) [A]: Shift tray board (! x2, " x6) [B]: Junction gate solenoid (! x2) [C]: Main motor bracket (! x3) [D]: Main motor (! x2) 11-3 G056/G058...

  • Page 182: Overall Machine Information

    2.1 OVERALL MACHINE INFORMATION 2.1.1 MECHANICAL COMPONENT LAYOUT 1. Tray 2. Overflow sensor feeler 3. Exit roller 4. Transport roller G554V101.WMF 2.1.2 DRIVE LAYOUT 1. Shift motor 2. Main motor 3. Main motor timing belt 4. Timing belt G554V103.WMF G056/G058 11-4...
  • Page 183 G554V104.WMF 1. Shift motor 6. Right shift sensor 2. Shift tray board 7. Cover sensor 3. Main motor 8. Paper overflow sensor 4. Junction gate solenoid 9. Shift timing sensor 5. Left shift sensor 10. Tray paper sensor 11-5 G056/G058...

  • Page 184: Sort Mode Operation

    • Each page of the first set is shifted to one side, then each page of the next set is shifted to the other side. The rollers move back to the central position after shifting each page. G056/G058 11-6...
  • Page 185 SwapBox    and SwapFTL    Installation Manual...

  • Page 187: Introduction

    • Windows 95 installation disks or CD-ROM • Windows 95 service pack (Refer to section 1.4 for more details.) • SCM SwapBox SBI-C2P or SBI-D2P SCM/RCH SwapFTL + SwapUTI (rev. 2.01 or later) software diskette, and a software license G056/G058 12-1...

  • Page 188: Windows 95 Version Confirmation

    4.00.950a, install “Service Pack 1” into the current Windows operating system. Refer to the next page for how to get “Service Pack 1”. 4.00.950a If the version is 4.00.950B or 4.00.950C, install SwapBox and SwapFTL without updating Windows. G056/G058 12-2...
  • Page 189 German http://www.microsoft.com/windows/software/localize/frn-eu.htm Greek http://www.microsoft.com/windows/software/localize/ger-eu.htm Hungarian http://www.microsoft.com/windows/software/localize/grk-eu.htm Italian http://www.microsoft.com/windows/software/localize/itn-eu.htm Japanese (PCAT) http://www.microsoft.com/windows/software/localize/jpcat-eu.htm Korean http://www.microsoft.com/windows/software/localize/kr-eu.htm Norwegian http://www.microsoft.com/windows/software/localize/nor-eu.htm Pan-European http://www.microsoft.com/windows/software/localize/pan-eu.htm Polish http://www.microsoft.com/windows/software/localize/pl-eu.htm Portuguese http://www.microsoft.com/windows/software/localize/brz-eu.htm (Brazilian) Portuguese (Iberian) http://www.microsoft.com/windows/software/localize/pt-eu.htm Russian http://www.microsoft.com/windows/software/localize/ru-eu.htm Slovenian http://www.microsoft.com/windows/software/localize/slv-eu.htm Spanish http://www.microsoft.com/windows/software/localize/spa-eu.htm Swedish http://www.microsoft.com/windows/software/localize/swe-eu.htm Thai http://www.microsoft.com/windows/software/localize/thai2.htm Turkish http://www.microsoft.com/windows/software/localize/trk-eu.htm G056/G058 12-3...

  • Page 190: Swapbox Installation

    6. Choose “Device Manager” and confirm that “SCM SwapBox Family Plug and Play PCMCIA Controller” is listed in the PCMCIA socket category. 7. Double-click “SCM SwapBox Family Plug and Play PCMCIA Controller” and confirm that the SwapBox is working properly. G056/G058 12-4...

  • Page 191: Software (Swapftl) Installation

    6. Reboot the computer after installation has finished. VERIFICATION 3.2.1 SOFTWARE VERSION 1. Choose “SwapFTL Binary Utility” from the “SCMSwapFTL” program group. 2. After the utility starts, choose [Help] – [About SwapUti..]. 3. Confirm that the version information is as follows: G056/G058 12-5...

  • Page 192: Flash Memory Card Automatic Detection

    4. After the utility software starts, choose [Image] – [Read]. If “Failed to open PCCard” appears, see Troubleshooting. 5. Click OK to read the card. If this works successfully, a new file is created as a temporary file, and this can be stored on the computer. G056/G058 12-6...

  • Page 193: Troubleshooting

    4. Adjust the settings so that the BIOS does not allocate the SwapBox memory range to PCI devices. Example: Award BIOS 1. Press the “DEL” key during boot-up to gain access to BIOS setup. 2. Choose “PNP AND PCI SETUP” from the main menu. G056/G058 12-7...

  • Page 194: Failed To Open Pccard Errors

    4.2.3 RESOURCE CONFLICT If you receive a “Failed to open PCCard” error even if the SwapBox looks correctly configured in the device manager, a memory address conflict is causing the error. Refer to section 4.1.2 to solve the problem. G056/G058 12-8...

  • Page 195: Invalid Dynamic Link Call From Swapenum Error

    4. Click the “Print” button. 5. Choose the PostScript printer using the “Setup” button, choose “All devices and system summary” as the report type, and check the “Print to file” box. 6. Click OK to make a PostScript print file. G056/G058 12-9...

  • Page 196: Complete Uninstall

    3. Delete “SCM SwapBox Family Plug and Play PCMCIA Controller” from the Windows device manager. (Choose ‘System” from the Control panel to access the device manager.) 4. Shutdown and restart Windows. Windows starts the plug & play process again to install the SwapBox. G056/G058 12-10...
  • Page 197 SwapFTL    Binary Utility Operation Manual...

  • Page 199: Overview

    SPC. You cannot use other types of flash memory card. 4. After downloading ROM data to one machine, you can use the same card with another machine of the same type. Machine (e.g., NAD Copier) 13-1 G056/G058...

  • Page 200: Operation

    200000 1FFFFF 1FFFFF Copy Copy (BICU) (BICU) 000000 000000 Start Address (Hex) 2 0 0 0 0 0 Length (Hex) 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 Size (kB) 2,000 (2MB) 2,000 (2MB) G056/G058 13-2...
  • Page 201 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 Length (Hex) 4 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 A 0 0 0 0 Size (kB) 2 5 6 1 2 8 128 + 512 13-3 G056/G058...

  • Page 202: Downloading To A Machine

    Some machines can upload an internal flash ROM image to a flash memory card. To save the image on the flash memory card as a computer file, read the card with a specific address range setting that was mentioned in section 2.1.2, and save the read data as a file. G056/G058 13-4...

  • Page 203: Functions

    An 8-bit checksum is displayed at the lower left corner of the opened file. 3.1.2 [FILE] – [CLOSE] This closes an active file that has been opened. 3.1.3 [FILE] – [SAVE] This saves an active file with the same name. 13-5 G056/G058...

  • Page 204: File – Save As

    3.1.4 [FILE] – [SAVE AS] This saves an active file with a different name from the original. VIEW MENU 3.2.1 [VIEW] – [TOOLBAR] This switches on the toolbar display. 3.2.2 [VIEW] – [STATUS BAR] This switches on the status bar display. G056/G058 13-6...

  • Page 205: Image Menu

    To erase the whole card, do not change the setting Base of Address/ Do not change the settings. Length The default setting is “Hex”. NOTE: If the specified start address and length do not coincide with block boundaries on the flash memory card, the message below appears. 13-7 G056/G058...

  • Page 206: Image – Read

    A “0 (zero)” appears at default. Change this setting if necessary. Length Hexadecimal length of the card appears at default. Change this setting if necessary. Base of Address/ Do not change the settings. Length The default setting is “Hex”. G056/G058 13-8...

  • Page 207: Image – Write

    Do not change the settings. Length The default setting is “Hex”. After writing the data to a flash memory card, an 8-bit checksum pops up, so that you can compare it with the checksum of the source file. 13-9 G056/G058...

  • Page 208: Image – Verification

    Do not change the settings. Length The default setting is “Hex”. If verification was successful, a ‘Verification OK!” message pops up. If verification was not successful, a “Compare error !” message pops up with the source and target addresses. G056/G058 13-10...

  • Page 209: Help – About Swaputi

    FUNCTIONS 3.4 HELP MENU 3.4.1 [HELP] – [ABOUT SWAPUTI…] 13-11 G056/G058...
  • Page 210 G073/G074 SERVICE MANUAL...
  • Page 212 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICES PREVENTION OF PHYSICAL INJURY 1. Before disassembling or assembling parts of the copier and peripherals, make sure that the printer power cord is unplugged. 2. The wall outlet should be near the printer and easily accessible. 3. Note that some components of the printer and the paper tray unit are supplied with electrical voltage even if the main power switch is turned off.
  • Page 213 SAFETY AND ECOLOGICAL NOTES FOR DISPOSAL 1. Do not incinerate toner bottles or used toner. Toner dust may ignite suddenly when exposed to an open flame. 2. Dispose of used toner, developer, and organic photoconductors in accordance with local regulations. (These are non-toxic supplies.) 3.
  • Page 214 INSTALLATION...

  • Page 216: Duplex Unit G552

    OPTIONAL UNIT INSTALLATION 1. INSTALLATION Please refer to the base model (G056/G058) service manual for information on installation requirements. Please refer to the Setup Guide for machine installation procedures. 1.1 OPTIONAL UNIT INSTALLATION The following options are available for this machine. Refer to the Setup Guide for how to install these options.
  • Page 218 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE...

  • Page 220: User/Service Maintenance

    USER/SERVICE MAINTENANCE 2. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 2.1 USER/SERVICE MAINTENANCE All PM items are the same as the base model (G056/G058). Please refer to the base model (G056/G058) service manual for user/service maintenance. G073/G074...

  • Page 222: Replacement And Adjustment

    REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT...

  • Page 224: Exterior Covers

    3. REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT All replacement and adjustment items are the same as the base model (G056/G058), except for the item explained below. Please refer to the base model (G056/G058) service manual for details about replacement and adjustment. 3.1 DIFFERENCES FROM THE MODEL G056/G058 The following item has been changed from the model G056/G058.
  • Page 226 TROUBLESHOOTING...

  • Page 228: Service Call Conditions

    SERVICE CALL CONDITIONS 4. TROUBLESHOOTING 4.1 SERVICE CALL CONDITIONS 4.1.1 SUMMARY There are two levels of service call conditions. Level Definition Reset Procedure To prevent the machine from being damaged, Enter engine service mode the SC can only be reset by a service (Fusing Error Clear) and press representative.
  • Page 229 SERVICE CALL CONDITIONS Rev. 01/2003 4.1.2 CONTROLLER SC CODE DESCRIPTIONS The following table describes the controller error codes. These codes are displayed at power-on, or after the power-on self diagnostic test, if an error occurs. Important: Always try turning the main switch off and on and check if the problem persists.
  • Page 230 SERVICE CALL CONDITIONS Level Symptom Possible Cause/Required Action Self-diagnostic error - CPU • Defective controller CPU error detected during self-diagnostic. Replace the controller if the error is frequent. Self-diagnostic error - ASIC/CPU • Defective controller ASIC and CPU timer error detected during self- 1.
  • Page 231 SERVICE CALL CONDITIONS Level Symptom Possible Cause/Required Action Self-diagnostic error - Clock generator • Defective controller Controller clock generator error detected during self- Replace the controller. diagnostic. NIB interface error • Defective controller NIB interface error detected. Replace the controller. IEEE1394 interface error •...
  • Page 232 SERVICE CALL CONDITIONS Rev. 01/2003 Level Symptom Possible Cause/Required Action HDD data unable to read Data stored in the HDD • Defective HDD cannot be properly read. 1. Check the HDD connection. 2. Reformat the HDD. 3. Replace the HDD. HDD data access error HDD access error detected.

  • Page 233: Jam Locations

    JAM LOCATIONS 4.2 JAM LOCATIONS The following codes are displayed on the SMC report to locate where the jam occurred in the machine. For example, if the following is printed on the SMC report: 0003260 This means that the jam occurred during registration (paper did not reach the registration sensor) when the print counter was 3260.

  • Page 234: Firmware History

    FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev. 12/2002 ⇒ 4.3 FIRMWARE HISTORY 4.3.1 PRINTER ENGINE FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY Please check the http://tsc.ricohcorp.com website for current firmware downloads. Accessory firmware modification history is provided in the appropriate accessory section of the service manual. G073/G074 PRINTER ENGINE FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE...
  • Page 235 FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev. 12/2002 4.3.2 PRINTER CONTROLLER FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY ⇒ G073/G074 PRINTER CONTROLLER FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION LEVEL NUMBER VERSION First Mass Production G0735900B First Mass 1.01 Production Corrects the following: G0735900C 1.02 Feb. ’02 While downloading PS fonts to a machine with Production the HDD option installed, the correct PS serial...
  • Page 236 FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev. 12/2002 ⇒ G073/G074 PRINTER CONTROLLER FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION LEVEL NUMBER VERSION Corrects the following: G0735900F June ’02 1.05 Production • Certain characters do not print • Modified so that some characters in symbol sets MS Text and Windows Baltic (19L) will appear exactly as they do with HP printers.
  • Page 237 FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev. 12/2002 ⇒ G073/G074 PRINTER CONTROLLER FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION LEVEL NUMBER VERSION The following has been corrected; • Euro font does not print correctly. • Line Spacing Command, "lochEsc&l#D"loch, causes incorrect output •...
  • Page 239 SERVICE TABLES...

  • Page 241: Service Mode Menu ("1. Service Menu")

    PRINTER CONTROLLER SERVICE MODE 5. SP MODE TABLES Refer to section 5.1.1 of the manual for the base model (G056/G058) for how to enable and disable service program mode. 5.1 PRINTER CONTROLLER SERVICE MODE Service Table Key Notation What it means [range / default / step] Example: [-8.0 to +8.0 / 0 mm / 2 mm/step] The setting can be...

  • Page 242: Bit Switch Programming

    PRINTER CONTROLLER SERVICE MODE Rev. 04/2003 5.1.2 BIT SWITCH PROGRAMMING Refer to section 5.2.2 of the service manual for the base model (G056/G058) for how to program bit switch settings. Bit Switch 01 - Not used (do not change any of these settings)

  • Page 243: Printer Engine Service Mode

    PRINTER ENGINE SERVICE MODE 5.2 PRINTER ENGINE SERVICE MODE 5.2.1 SERVICE MODE TABLE (“2. ENGINE MAINTE”) The new SP modes added for this model are shaded. Mode Name Description Function /[Setting] Regist sag Paper feed Adjusts the paper feed clutch timing at registration. The timing paper feed clutch timing determines the amount of paper buckle at registration.
  • Page 244 PRINTER ENGINE SERVICE MODE Mode Name Description Function /[Setting] Transfer Set Transfer Adjusts the correction current applied to the transfer correction roller. current [0 - 2 / 0 / 1 step] 0: –2 µA 1: 0 µ µ µ µ A 2: +2 µA 3: +4 µA Test Pattern...
  • Page 245 PRINTER ENGINE SERVICE MODE Mode Name Description Function /[Setting] mm/inch mm/inch Display units (mm or inch) for custom paper sizes. display display 0: mm (Europe/Asia) selection 1: inch (USA) ROM Update User mode Currently, user mode “ROM Update” is not used. Disp “ROM Update”...
  • Page 246 PRINTER ENGINE SERVICE MODE Mode Name Description Function /[Setting] Set Network Job spool Job spool on/off (LPR). (LPR) 0: Job spool off 1: Job spool on Job spool (IPP) Job spool on/off (IPP). 0: Job spool off 1: Job spool on Primary I/F Interface selection for the Ethernet or wireless LAN when both interfaces are available.
  • Page 247 PRINTER ENGINE SERVICE MODE Mode Name Description Function /[Setting] Meter charge Meter-charge Enable or disable meter-charge mode. mode Important: Turn the main switch off/on after changing this setting. Yes: Enabled No: Disabled Meter charge mode enabled: • "Replace Maintenance Kit" is not displayed on the operation panel when the PM counter runs out (the technician replaces the maintenance kit items) •...

  • Page 248: Input / Output Check Table

    Displays the engine total counter. It counts up for all Total counter counter display prints, including service reports. 5.2.2 INPUT / OUTPUT CHECK TABLE The input and output check tables are the same as the base model G056/G058. Refer to section 5.3.2 and 5.3.3 of the G056/G058 manual. G073/G074...

  • Page 249: User Program Mode

    USER PROGRAM MODE Rev. 12/2002 5.3 USER PROGRAM MODE The user menu list can be printed using “Menu List” in the “List/Test Print” user mode. ⇒ User Mode Counter (Meter-charge mode must be switched on by the SP mode) Sample Print (optional HDD required) Locked Print (optional HDD required) Paper Input Bypass Size...
  • Page 251 DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS...
  • Page 253 S DRAM FLASH RO M NVRAM IC CARD C ontroller B oard G073D909.WMF SIMAC: The same type of the ASIC is used with the model G056/G058. CPU: 32-bit CPU (RM5231A-250) SDRAM: 32MB SDRAM Flash ROM: 8MB Flash ROM PCI Interface: Options such as the wireless LAN and IEEE1394 are installed.
  • Page 254 6.2 USB 6.2.1 SPECIFICATIONS This model is equipped with standard USB. Interface: USB 1.1, USB 2.0 Data rates: 480 Mbps (high speed), 12 Mbps (full speed), 1.5 Mbps (low speed) High speed mode is only supported by USB 2.0. 6.2.2 USB 1.1/2.0 USB (Universal Serial Bus) offers simple connectivity for computers, printers, keyboards, and other peripherals.

  • Page 255: Usb Connectors

    6.2.3 USB CONNECTORS USB is a serial protocol and a physical link, which transmits all data on a single pair of wires. Another pair provides power to downstream peripherals. The USB standard specifies two types of connectors, type “A” connectors for upstream connection to the host system, and type “B”...
  • Page 256 6.2.5 REMARKS • The machine does not print reports specifically for USB. • Only one host computer is allowed for the USB connection. • After starting a job using USB, do not switch the printer off until the job has been completed.
  • Page 257 IEEE802.11B (WIRELESS LAN) 6.3 IEEE802.11B (WIRELESS LAN) 6.3.1 SPECIFICATIONS A wireless LAN is a flexible data communication system used to extend or replace a wired LAN. Wireless LAN employs radio frequency technology to transmit and receive data over the air and minimize the need for wired connections. •...

  • Page 258: Transmission Mode

    IEEE802.11B (WIRELESS LAN) 6.3.3 TRANSMISSION MODE The following transmission modes are provided for wireless communication. Ad hoc Mode G073D907.WMF The ad hoc mode allows communication between each device (station) in a simple peer-to-peer network. In this mode, all devices must use the same channel to communicate.
  • Page 259 IEEE802.11B (WIRELESS LAN) 6.3.4 SECURITY FEATURES SSID (Service Set ID) The SSID is used by the access point to recognize the client and allow access to the network. Only clients that share the same SSID with the access point can access the network.

  • Page 260: Communication Status

    IEEE802.11B (WIRELESS LAN) 6.3.5 TROUBLESHOOTING NOTES Communication Status Wireless LAN communication status can be checked with the UP mode “W.LAN Signal” in the Maintenance menu. This can also be checked using the Web Status Monitor or Telnet. The status is described on a simple number scale. STATUS DISPLAY COMMUNICATION STATUS Good...

  • Page 261: Troubleshooting Steps

    IEEE802.11B (WIRELESS LAN) Troubleshooting steps If there are problems using the wireless LAN, check the following. 1) Check the LED indicator on the wireless LAN card. 2) Check if “IEEE802.11b” is selected in the UP mode LAN Type in Network Setup in the Host Interface menu.

  • Page 262: New Features

    NEW FEATURES 6.4 NEW FEATURES 6.4.1 IP OVER 1394 In addition to IEEE1394 printing, a feature supported in the model G056/G058, this machine supports IEEE1394 printing by setting an IP address. This feature is called ‘IP over 1394’. The former IEEE1394 printing without IP address is known as ‘SCSI printing’.

  • Page 263: Job Spooling

    NEW FEATURES 6.4.2 JOB SPOOLING Description Print data can be spooled (stored) in the machine’s HDD, and the machine starts to print when data transfer is complete. Since the machine stores all data first before printing, the host computer is freed up more quickly. NOTE: 1) This feature is only available when an optional HDD is installed in the machine.
  • Page 265 SPECIFICATIONS...

  • Page 267: General Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS 1. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Printing Speed: Maximum 26 pages per minute (A4/LT LEF) (20 pages: duplex printing) Printer Languages: PCL6/PCL5e PostScript 3 RPCS (Refined Printing Command Stream: an original Ricoh PDL) TIFF (rev 6.0 compatible) Resolution: 1200 dpi (PCL6/PS3/RPCS) 600 dpi (PCL 6/PCL5e/PS3/RPCS) 300 dpi (PCL 5e/PS3) Resident Fonts:...
  • Page 268 SPECIFICATIONS Output Paper Standard output tray: 250 sheets Capacity: Optional 1-bin shift tray: 250 sheets Optional 4-bin mailbox: 200 sheets total Standard 32 MB, up to 96 MB with optional DIMM Memory: Power Source: 120 V, 60 Hz: More than 10 A (for North America) 220 V - 240 V, 50/60 Hz: More than 6.0 A (for Europe) Power Consumption: 120V...
  • Page 269 SPECIFICATIONS 1.1 SUPPORTED PAPER SIZES Paper Trays By-pass Env. Main Unit/Option Paper Size (W x L) Duplex Tray Feeder Eur/Asia 297 x 420 mm 257 x 364 mm A4 SEF 210 x 297 mm A4 LEF 297 x 210 mm B5 SEF 182 x 257 mm B5 LEF...

  • Page 270: Printer Drivers

    SPECIFICATIONS 2. SOFTWARE ACCESSORIES The printer drivers and utility software are provided on one CD-ROM. An auto-run installer allows you to select which components to install. 2.1 PRINTER DRIVERS Windows Windows Printer Language Windows NT4.0 Macintosh 95/98/ME 2000/XP PCL 6 PCL 5e RPCS NOTE: 1) The printer drivers for Windows NT 4.0 are only for the Intel x86...

  • Page 271: System Components

    SPECIFICATIONS 3. MACHINE CONFIGURATION 3.1 SYSTEM COMPONENTS G073V107.WMF Item Machine Code Remarks G073 G073: Standard onboard NIB Main Unit G074 Option Duplex Unit G552 4-bin Mailbox G553 1-bin Shift Tray G554 Paper Tray Unit G555 Up to two tray units can be installed. When two paper tray units are Envelope Feeder G556...

  • Page 272: Internal Options

    SPECIFICATIONS 3.2 INTERNAL OPTIONS 802.11b PCMCIA Card I/F Board Optional NIB IEEE1394 Board USB I/F Ethernet I/F (standard for G073 model) CN5 (SLOT1) Memory DIMM Controller Board SIMAC HDD Unit G073V900.WMF Internal Options New option for this model (for G074 G646 only;...
  • Page 273 SPECIFICATIONS 4. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT All of the following options are also used with the base model (G056/G058). Please refer to the base model service manual for specifications. • Paper Tray Unit • Envelope Feeder • Duplex Unit • Four-bin Mailbox •...
  • Page 275 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS...
  • Page 277 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: G056/G058 - G056/G058 - G056/G058 - G056/G058 - 001 05/21/2001 05/21/2001 05/21/2001 05/21/2001 APPLICABLE MODEL APPLICABLE MODEL APPLICABLE MODEL APPLICABLE MODEL: : : : GESTETNER – P7026/P7026N GESTETNER –...
  • Page 278 4.3.1 SENSORS ..................4-6 4.3.2 SWITCHES..................4-6 4.4 BLOWN FUSE CONDITIONS ..............4-7 4.5 LEDS ......................4-7 4.6 FIRMWARE HISTORY ................4-8 4.6.1 G056/G058 FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY.......4-8 SERVICE TABLES 5. SERVICE TABLES..............5-1 5.1 SERVICE PROGRAM MODE..............5-1 5.1.1 ENABLING AND DISABLING SERVICE PROGRAM MODE ...5-1 Entering the Service Mode..............5-1...
  • Page 279 FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev. 05/2000 4.6 FIRMWARE HISTORY 4.6.1 G056/G058 FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY G056/G058 FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY PART SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION NUMBER NUMBER VERSION • First Mass Production of Machine G0565920 B 1 st Mass 1.01 Production • Firmware modified to make corrections for...
  • Page 280 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: G056/G058 – 002 G056/G058 – 002 G056/G058 – 002 G056/G058 – 002 08/14/2001 08/14/2001 08/14/2001 08/14/2001 APPLICABLE MODEL APPLICABLE MODEL...
  • Page 281 Paper Tray ..................6-17 By-pass Tray..................6-17 6.4.2 PAPER TRAY.................6-18 Tray Extension..................6-18 Paper Lift ....................6-18 Paper Feed and Registration ..............6-19 Paper Size Detection ................6-20 Paper End/Paper Near-end Detection ..........6-20 6.4.3 BY-PASS TRAY................6-21 6.5 IMAGE FUSING AND PAPER EXIT............6-22 6.5.1 OVERVIEW ..................6-22 G056/G058...
  • Page 282 Rev. 08/2001 5,9 FIRMWARE HISTORY ⇒ 5,9 FIRMWARE HISTORY 5.9.1 G056/G058 PRINTER ENGINE FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY G056/G058 PRINT ENGINE FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION LEVEL NUMBER VERSION • Beginning of mass production G0525172 D First Production 1.07...
  • Page 283 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: G056/G058 – 003 G056/G058 – 003 08/14/2001 08/14/2001 BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: G056/G058 – 003 G056/G058 – 003 08/14/2001 08/14/2001 APPLICABLE MODEL APPLICABLE MODEL: : : :...
  • Page 284 Tech Service Bulletin No. G056/G058 – 003 Page 2 of 2 Dirty background throughout the page: This may occur when the user turns on the main switch without removing the tape seals or when the cartridge has been shaken after the seals are removed.
  • Page 285 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: G056/G058 – 003 REISSUE G056/G058 – 003 REISSUE G056/G058 – 003 REISSUE G056/G058 – 003 REISSUE 10/17/2001 10/17/2001 10/17/2001 10/17/2001...
  • Page 286 Tech Service Bulletin No. G056/G058 – 003 REISSUE ! ! ! ! Page 2 of 3 Configuration Page System Reference xxxxx xxxxx Paper Input xxxxx xxxxx System xxxxx xxxxx PCL Menu xxxxx xxxxx Paper Feed Directon Host Interface xxxxx xxxxx...
  • Page 287 Tech Service Bulletin No. G056/G058 – 003 REISSUE ! ! ! ! Page 3 of 3 SOLUTION: This symptom may occur during installation. If it should occur, please advise the customer to print out 30 to 40 pages. In most cases, the symptom will gradually disappear.
  • Page 288 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: G056/G058 – 004 G056/G058 – 004 G056/G058 – 004 G056/G058 – 004 09/05/2001 09/05/2001 09/05/2001 09/05/2001 APPLICABLE MODEL APPLICABLE MODEL...
  • Page 289 When installing the LD Unit: Tighten the screw [C] until the unpainted portion of the screw [F] is not visible. After installing the LD unit, check the test pattern for the final adjustment (see Laser beam pitch adjustment the following procedure). G056/G058...
  • Page 290 Rev. 08/2001 FIRMWARE HISTORY G056/G058 FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY PART SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION NUMBER NUMBER VERSION ⇒ Corrects the following: G0565920 G Does not exist in 1.06 • the field In rare cases with graphic images, a dark band(s) appears or part of the image becomes black on prints.
  • Page 291 2. Turn on the main switch, then downloading will ∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗ automatically start. 9. When updating card-2 is finished, “Update done” is Update done displayed. Then, remove the card, turn on the main switch and print the configuration sheet. Check that controller firmware is successfully updated. G056/G058 5-14...
  • Page 292 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: G056/G058 – 005 G056/G058 – 005 G056/G058 – 005 G056/G058 – 005 09/24/2001 09/14/2001 09/14/2001 09/14/2001 APPLICABLE MODEL APPLICABLE MODEL...
  • Page 293 5,9 FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev.08/2001 ⇒ 5.9.2 G056/G058 NIB FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY G056/G058 NIB FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION LEVEL NUMBER VERSION • Beginning of mass production First Production 1.46 G0585910 A Firmware modified to correct the following.
  • Page 294 Rev. 08/2001 5,9 FIRMWARE HISTORY ⇒ 5.9.2 G056/G058 NIB FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY G056/G058 NIB FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE LEVEL NUMBER VERSION Firmware modified to correct the following. G0585910 D February 2000 1.49 1. After a job is canceled from a Unix...
  • Page 295 SAVIN – SLP26/SLP26N SUBJECT: PARTS ADDITIONS AND CORRECTIONS GENERAL: The following parts additions and corrections are being issued for all G056/G058 Parts Catalogs. The illustrations on the following pages are for the parts listed below. REFERENCE OLD PART NEW PART...
  • Page 296 Tech Service Bulletin No.G056/G058 – 006 Page 2 of 5 Page 4 Page 6 Continued…...
  • Page 297 Tech Service Bulletin No. G056/G058 – 006 Page 3 of 5 Page 12 Continued…...
  • Page 298 Tech Service Bulletin No. G056/G058 – 006 Page 4 of 5 Page 22 Continued…...
  • Page 299 Tech Service Bulletin No. G056/G058 – 006 Page 5 of 5 Page 24 INTERCHANGEABILITY CHART: OLD and NEW parts can be used in both OLD and NEW parts CAN NOT be used in OLD machines. NEW machines. OLD parts can be used in OLD and NEW machines.
  • Page 300 ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: G056/G058 – G056/G058 – G056/G058 – G056/G058 – 007 Reissue 007 Reissue 007 Reissue 007 Reissue 05/28/2002 05/28/2002 05/28/2002 05/28/2002 APPLICABLE MODEL APPLICABLE MODEL...
  • Page 301 Rev. 05/2002 5,9 ENGINE FIRMWARE HISTORY 5.9.2 G056/G058 NIB FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY G056/G058 NIB FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE LEVEL NUMBER VERSION Firmware modified to correct the following. G0585910 D February 2000 1.49 1. After a job is canceled from a Unix...
  • Page 302 Rev. 05/2002 5,9 ENGINE FIRMWARE HISTORY G056/G058 NIB FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE LEVEL NUMBER VERSION ⇒ Firmware modified to correct the following: June 2000 1.53 G0585910 F The spelling of the display for Job production Interrupt in prnlog was change from “Cancelled”...
  • Page 303 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: BULLETIN NUMBER: G056/G058 – 008 G056/G058 – 008 G056/G058 – 008 G056/G058 – 008 07/15/2002 07/15/2002 07/15/2002 07/15/2002 APPLICABLE MODEL APPLICABLE MODEL...
  • Page 304 Rev. 06/2002 5,9 ENGINE FIRMWARE HISTORY G056/G058 NIB FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE LEVEL NUMBER VERSION Firmware modified to correct the following: G0585910 F June 2000 1.53 The spelling of the display for Job production Interrupt in prnlog was change from “Cancelled”...
  • Page 305 To install, hook the 2 inserts onto the projections on the rear of the machine. The cover is approximately 376 x 165 x 63mm and is able to cover the tray up to its maximum extension (A3). The following part update is being issued for all G056/G058 Parts Catalogs. REFERENCE...
  • Page 306 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN BULLETIN NUMBER: G056/G058/G073/G074 – 010 12/09/2002 APPLICABLE MODEL: GESTETNER – P7026/7026N/7126/7126N RICOH – AFICIO AP2600/2600N/2610/2610N SAVIN – SLP26/SLP26N/MLP26/MLP26N SUBJECT: PAPER EXIT COVER GENERAL: The Paper Exit Cover has been modified to ensure that it does not open while printing, which may occur if the cover has not been closed properly.
  • Page 307 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN BULLETIN NUMBER: G056/G058/G073/G074 – 011 12/12/2002 APPLICABLE MODEL: GESTETNER – P7126/7126N RICOH – AFICIO 2610/2610N SAVIN –MLP26/MLP26N SUBJECT: “YOU CAN LOCK MULTIPLE TRAYS.” GENERAL: The Operation Manual for the G073/G074 Setup Guide incorrectly stated, “You cannot lock multiple trays.”...
  • Page 308 Paper Input Menu Menu Description Paper Type If you use different kinds of paper, you set the paper type for Tray 1, Tray 2, Tray 3 or Bypass Tray. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Tray 1, Tray 2, Tray 3 Plain Paper, Recycled Paper, Special Paper, Color Paper, Let- terhead, Preprinted, Prepunched, Bond paper, Cardstock ❖...

  • Page 309: Recovery Procedure

    3. When the update is finished, turn off the machine and remove the controller and IC card. Then, reset DIP switch 2 bit 1 to Off and reattach the controller. For the details on this procedure, please refer to the G056/G058/G073/G074 Service Manual, pg. 5-15. PERMANENT COUNTERMEASURE: Upgrade the Controller Firmware to version 1.03 or newer.
  • Page 310 Tech Service Bulletin No. G056/G058/G073/G074 – 012 Page 2 of 2 GENERAL: The Service Manual pages listed below must be replaced with the pages supplied. Each bulletin package contains 1 set of replacement pages. PAGES: ⇒ The revised areas have been highlighted by an arrow •...

  • Page 311: Printer Engine Firmware History

    5.1 PRINTER CONTROLLER SERVICE MODE ..........5-1 5.1.1 SERVICE MODE MENU (“1. SERVICE MENU”) ......5-1 5.1.2 BIT SWITCH PROGRAMMING ............5-2 5.2 PRINTER ENGINE SERVICE MODE............5-3 5.2.1 SERVICE MODE TABLE (“2. ENGINE MAINTE”) .......5-3 5.2.2 INPUT / OUTPUT CHECK TABLE ...........5-8 5.3 USER PROGRAM MODE .................5-9 G056/G058/G073/G074...
  • Page 312 FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev. 12/2002 ⇒ 4.3 FIRMWARE HISTORY 4.3.1 PRINTER ENGINE FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY Please check the http://tsc.ricohcorp.com website for current firmware downloads. Accessory firmware modification history is provided in the appropriate accessory section of the service manual. G073/G074 PRINTER ENGINE FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE...
  • Page 313 FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev. 12/2002 4.3.2 PRINTER CONTROLLER FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY ⇒ G073/G074 PRINTER CONTROLLER FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION LEVEL NUMBER VERSION First Mass Production G0735900B First Mass 1.01 Production Corrects the following: G0735900C 1.02 Feb. ’02 While downloading PS fonts to a machine with Production the HDD option installed, the correct PS serial...
  • Page 314 FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev. 12/2002 ⇒ G073/G074 PRINTER CONTROLLER FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION LEVEL NUMBER VERSION Corrects the following: G0735900F June ’02 1.05 Production • Certain characters do not print • Modified so that some characters in symbol sets MS Text and Windows Baltic (19L) will appear exactly as they do with HP printers.
  • Page 315 FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev. 12/2002 ⇒ G073/G074 PRINTER CONTROLLER FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION LEVEL NUMBER VERSION The following has been corrected; • Euro font does not print correctly. • Line Spacing Command, "lochEsc&l#D"loch, causes incorrect output •...
  • Page 316 USER PROGRAM MODE Rev. 12/2002 5.3 USER PROGRAM MODE The user menu list can be printed using “Menu List” in the “List/Test Print” user mode. ⇒ User Mode Counter (Meter-charge mode must be switched on by the SP mode) Sample Print (optional HDD required) Locked Print (optional HDD required) Paper Input Bypass Size...
  • Page 317 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN BULLETIN NUMBER: G056/G058/G073/G074 – 013 12/12/2002 APPLICABLE MODEL: GESTETNER – P7026/7026N RICOH – AFICIO AP2600/2600N SAVIN – SLP26/SLP26N SUBJECT: SERVICE MANUAL – INSERT GENERAL: The Service Manual pages listed below must be replaced with the pages supplied. Each bulletin package contains 1 set of replacement pages.
  • Page 318 5.7 USER PROGRAM MODE ...............5-17 5.8 DIP SWITCHES..................5-18 Controller Board..................5-18 Engine Board ..................5-18 5.9 FIRMWARE HISTORY ................5-19 5.9.1 G056/G058 ENGINE FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY ..5-19 5.9.2 G056/G058 NIB FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY....5-20 5.9.3 G056/G058 CONTROLLER FIRMWARE HISTORY ......5-23 DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS 6. DETAILED SECTION DESCRIPTIONS ........6-1 6.1 OVERVIEW ....................6-1...
  • Page 319 Energy Saver Memory Usage Unit of Measure Edge Smoothing Resolution Toner Saving Host Interface I/O Buffer I/O Timeout Network Setup (NIB required) PCL Menu Orientation Form Lines Font Source Font Number Point Size Font Pitch Language Symbol Set G056M501.WMF 5-17 G056/G058...
  • Page 320 FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev. 12/2002 5.9 FIRMWARE HISTORY 5.9.1 G056/G058 PRINTER ENGINE FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY G056/G058 PRINT ENGINE FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION LEVEL NUMBER VERSION • Beginning of mass production G0525172 D First Production 1.07 Firmware modified to correct the following.
  • Page 321 ENGINE FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev. 12/2002 G056/G058 NIB FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE LEVEL NUMBER VERSION Firmware modified to correct the following: G0585910 F June 2000 1.53 The spelling of the display for Job production Interrupt in prnlog was change from “Cancelled”...
  • Page 322 FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev. 12/2002 5.9.3 G056/G058 CONTROLLER FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY G056/G058 CONTROLLER FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY PART SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION NUMBER NUMBER VERSION • G0565920 B 1 st Mass 1.01 First Mass Production of Machine Production • Firmware modified to make corrections for...
  • Page 323 FIRMWARE HISTORY Rev12/2002 G056/G058 CONTROLLER FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY PART SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION NUMBER NUMBER VERSION Corrects the following: G0565920 G Does not exist in 1.06 • the field In rare cases with graphic images, a dark band(s) appears or part of the image becomes black on prints.
  • Page 324 FIRMWARE HISTORY G056/G058 CONTROLLER FIRMWARE MODIFICATION HISTORY PART SERIAL FIRMWARE DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATION NUMBER NUMBER VERSION Corrects the following: G0565921 D February 2002 1.14 • production While downloading PS fonts to a machine with the HDD option installed, the correct PS serial number cannot be output.
  • Page 325 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN BULLETIN NUMBER: G056/G058/G073/G074 – 014 01/22/2003 APPLICABLE MODEL: GESTETNER – P7126/7126N RICOH – AFICIO 2610/2610N SAVIN – MLP26/MLP26N SUBJECT: SERVICE MANUAL – INSERT GENERAL: The Service Manual pages listed below must be replaced with the pages supplied. Each bulletin package contains 1 set of replacement pages.
  • Page 326 SERVICE CALL CONDITIONS Rev. 01/2003 4.1.2 CONTROLLER SC CODE DESCRIPTIONS The following table describes the controller error codes. These codes are displayed at power-on, or after the power-on self diagnostic test, if an error occurs. Important: Always try turning the main switch off and on and check if the problem persists.
  • Page 327 SERVICE CALL CONDITIONS Rev. 01/2003 Level Symptom Possible Cause/Required Action HDD data unable to read Data stored in the HDD • Defective HDD cannot be properly read. 1. Check the HDD connection. 2. Reformat the HDD. 3. Replace the HDD. HDD data access error HDD access error detected.
  • Page 328 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN BULLETIN NUMBER: G056/G058/G073/G074 – 015 01/29/2003 APPLICABLE MODEL: GESTETNER – P7126/7126N RICOH – AFICIO 2610/2610N SAVIN – MLP26/MLP26N SUBJECT: NEW WIRELESS LAN OPTION GENERAL: This Technical Service Bulletin has been issued to announce the action required when installing the new Wireless LAN option Interface Unit Type A: G373.
  • Page 329 Be sure to check the README file for important notes and explanations. NOTE: Refer to Facts Line Bulletin # FL002 and Publication Bulletin #023 for more information about the FTP Internet Web Site and EPROM/Flash Card Exchange program. G056/G058 CONTROLLER FIRMWARE MODIFICATION FIRMWARE SERIAL FIRMWARE...
  • Page 330 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN BULLETIN NUMBER: G056/G058/G073/G074 - 017 02/18/2003 APPLICABLE MODEL: GESTETNER –7126/7126N RICOH – AFICIO 2610/2610N SAVIN –MLP26/MLP26N SUBJECT: FIRMWARE MODIFICATION GENERAL: The latest firmware version can be downloaded at the Technology Solution Center FTP Site http://tsc.ricohcorp.com. Be sure to check the README file for important notes and explanations.
  • Page 331 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN BULLETIN NUMBER: G056/G058/G073/G074 – 018 03/05/2003 APPLICABLE MODEL: GESTETNER – P7126/7126N RICOH – AFICIO AP2610/2610N SAVIN – MLP26/MLP26N SUBJECT: FONT ROM ON THE CONTROLLER BOARD GENERAL: The font ROM on the controller board has been modified in order to print the Euro currency symbol. It is not necessary to replace the Controller PCB and Rom if the customer is not printing Euro fonts with PS.
  • Page 332 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN BULLETIN NUMBER: G056/G058/G073/G074 – 019 04/14/2003 APPLICABLE MODEL: GESTETNER – 7126N/7126 LANIER - AP2610N/AP2610 RICOH - AFICIO AP2610N/AP2610 SAVIN – MLP26n/MLP26 SUBJECT: SERVICE MANUAL - INSERT The Service Manual pages listed below must be replaced with the pages supplied.
  • Page 333 PRINTER CONTROLLER SERVICE MODE Rev. 04/2003 5.1.2 BIT SWITCH PROGRAMMING Refer to section 5.2.2 of the service manual for the base model (G056/G058) for how to program bit switch settings. Bit Switch 01 - Not used (do not change any of these settings)
  • Page 334 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN BULLETIN NUMBER: G056/G058/G073/G074 – 020 04/15/2003 APPLICABLE MODEL: GESTETNER - P7026/P7026N LANIER - N/A RICOH - AFICIO AP2600/AP2600N SAVIN - SLP 26/26N SUBJECT: SERVICE MANUAL - INSERT The Service Manual pages listed below must be replaced with the pages supplied.
  • Page 335 Not used Do not change the setting. Bit Switch 03 - Not used (do not change any of these settings) Bit Switch 04 - Not used (do not change any of these settings) G056/G058...

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