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Service Manual Image Color Image Scanner EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Auto Document Feeder SESC04-005...
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SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. All effort have been made to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this manual. However, should any errors be detected, SEIKO EPSON would greatly appreciate being informed of them.
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REPAIRS ON EPSON PRODUCT SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN EPSON CERTIFIED REPAIR TECHNICIAN. 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.
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Provides Epson-approved methods for adjustment. or destruction of, equipment. CHAPTER 6.MAINTENANCE Provides preventive maintenance procedures and the lists of Epson- approved lubricants and adhesives required for servicing the product. C H E C K May indicate an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or...
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Revision Status Revision Date of Issue Description July 30, 2004 First release...
Revision A 1.1 Features Equip Lid Type TPU Built-in 2.6" x 9.1" transparency unit included for scanning: The main features of the EPSON Perfection4180 Photo are as follows. • 35 mm x 12 frames Stripfilm • 35 mm x 4 frames Mount film...
Revision A 1.2 Specifications Light Source White Cold cathode Fluorescent Lamp Start Button BASIC SPECIFICATIONS 4 Push Buttons: Ease of use with EPSON Smart Panel 3.2 Product Type Flatbed color image scanner ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS Scanning method Electric characteristic of Main Unit...
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A Withstand Voltage AC Adaptor AC3.0KV, 1min. (AC input terminal & DC output terminal): 100V system 100V UL1950/CSA C22.2 No.950 (North American, • • AC3.0KV, 1min. (AC input terminal & DC output terminal): 200V system UL/CSA Obtain by each other) •...
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A RELIABILITY Carriage back and forth MCBF 36000 cycles OPERATING CONDITIONS Dust Ordinary office or home conditions. Extreme dust should be avoided. Illumination Operation under direct sunlight or near strong light source is not guaranteed and should be avoided.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 1.3 Supported Environment 1.4 Interface Specifications The scanner supports the following environment. The interfaces of this scanner are shown below. FIRMWARE AND SOFTWARE AC Input Command Level ESC/I (D2) Gamma Correction User defined 1 level...
Scan and Save Button Status LED 1.5.1 Explanation of switches Start Button Starts the EPSON Smart Panel. Copy Button With a single touch of the button, print photos and makes prints from films. Scan to E-mail Button With a single touch of the button, sends the scanned image by an e-mail.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 1.5.4 Scanning Range SCANNING RANGE FOR REFLECTIVE DOCUMENT TRANSPARENT DOCUMENT Size 216 x 297mm (horizontal x vertical) Size 66.04 x 231.1mm (horizontal x vertical) 69.43±1.5 1±0.5 66.04 1.6±0.5 21.0±1.5 Origin point Origin point 231.1 Front...
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 1.6 Control Codes Category Command Name Code Control Normal response Following table is the list of control codes of the scanner. Abnormal response NACK Stop scanning Category Command Name Code Header Command ID request ESC I...
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 1.7 Error Handling Table 1-1. Error Definition and Remedy List Error type Indicator Cause Disposition Remedy Command error Nothing especially Unidentifed command is detected. • The scanner (interpreter) ignores the wrong The error condition is cleared when the scanner command or parameter.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 2.1 Engine Operation Outline CCD Sensor Board Forms an alternative six-lines color CCD (R, G, B independent) and its control and drive circuits. This section explains the functions and operating principles of the Perfection4180 Inverter Board Boosts +24VDC and converts DC to AC to generate Photo Engine.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 2.1.2 Carriage Moving Mechanism operation The Carriage Unit slides along the guide rail in the sub scanning direction. To perform this sliding operation, the CR (Carriage) Motor transmits its drive power to the Timing The image data of a document are scanned in the combination of the main scanning Belt, which is fixed to the Carriage Unit, via the Drive Pulley and Deceleration Gear.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 2.2 Operation Principle of Electric Circuit Power supply The scanner supplies DC voltage (+24V) from the AC adapter. AC adapter rated voltage The following electric circuits are used in the scanner. Rated output DC24 1.4A •...
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 3.1 Overview OPTION ERROR (Only when the Option Unit is fitted and the scanner is ready to operate under the This chapter explains the remedies for errors detected by the self-diagnostic function as control command (ESC e)) well as the check points on a fault phenomenon basis, which are required for efficient troubleshooting at occurrence of any error.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 3.2 Troubleshooting This section explains troubleshooting from the superficial phenomena. In this section, troubleshooting is divided on a unit level, based on the superficial phenomena at occurrence of trouble. Refer to Table 3-4, find the corresponding phenomenon, and make checks according to the flowchart.
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Can the CR Motor Motor. operate normally? Has the TWAIN Driver Install (reinstall) the TWAIN supplied with the scanner been installed Driver for Perfection4180 Photo. correctly? Replace the Main Board. Is the USB Cable Replace the Cable. normal? Replace the Main Board.
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A Start Start Has the Carriage Release the Lock been Carriage Lock. released? Is the Connector Connect the CN1 connected to Connector. the Main Board? Is the Housing Install it normally. Upper installed correctly? Are the Connectors...
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A Start Start Is the Document Remove smudge. Glass free from Refer to "Chapter 6 6.1.1Cleaning".) smudge, etc.? *Image has white spots. Is the TPU Cable on Connect the Cable. the rear of the scanner connected Are the Mirrors in Remove smudge.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 4.1 Overview The following figure shows the definition of the scanner orientations explained in the disassembly procedure. This chapter explains the procedures for disassembling the major units and parts of the product. Unless otherwise explained, reassembly should be carried out in the reverse Inside order of the disassembly procedure.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 4.1.3 The List of Recommended Screws Table 4-2. The List of Recommended Screws Standard Outline CBS, M3x5 CBP, M3x6 CBP, M3x8 CB SCREW, M3x8 CBP, M3x10 CBP, M3x12 CBP, M4x12 CPFP, M3x8 DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY Overview...
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 4.2 Disassembly Procedure This section illustrates how to remove the main components of this product. Unless otherwise specified, the reassembly procedure is omitted here since the product can be reassembled in the reverse order of the disassembly procedure. For the engagement of the main components, refer to the general exploded views in the Appendix.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 4.2.1 Removal of TPU Unit Disconnect the TPU Unit Cable from the Main Unit. Open the TPU Unit. Pull up and remove the TPU Unit. TPU Unit Step 3 Step 2 TPU Unit Cable Figure 4-3. Removal of TPU Unit (1) Figure 4-4.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 4.2.2 Removal of Housing Upper Housing Upper Remove the TPU Unit. (Refer to 4.2.1) Remove the two screws (CBP, M3x12) that are securing the Housing Upper. Lift the rear side of the Housing Upper. Then, slide it to the front, release the three hooks, and remove the Housing Upper.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 4.2.3 Removal of Carriage Unit Release the Carriage Lock on the rear of the Main Unit. Remove the Housing Upper. (Refer to 4.2.2) Move the Carriage Unit to the center. Unlocking position Locking position Carriage Lock Figure 4-8.
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A Remove the Carriage FFC from the Main Board. (Refer to Step 4 to Step 7 in 4.2.5 Removal of Main Board.) Peel the Carriage FFC from the Housing Lower Cover. Housing Lower Cover Adhere the Carriage FFC in the position shown in...
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A Pull the portion A of the Driven Pulley Set to the rear, and remove the CR Tension Carriage Shaft Carriage Unit Front side Bushing Belt. Step 8-2) Remove the Carriage Shaft from the Bushing at the rear of the Housing Lower, and...
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 4.2.4 Removal of Panel Board Remove the Carriage Unit. (Refer to 4.2.3) Remove the grounding wire through the notch of the front shaft hole of the Carriage Grounding wire Shaft, and then remove the Panel Board upward.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 4.2.5 Removal of Main Board Release the Carriage Lock. (Refer to Step 1 in 4.2.3 Removal of Carriage Unit.) Remove the Housing Upper. (Refer to 4.2.2) Carriage Lock Move the Carriage Unit to the center.
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A On the I/F side of the scanner, remove the two screws (CB SCREW, M3x8) that are securing the Main Board, and remove the Main Board Upper Cover. M3x8 Tightening torque 3-5kgfcm Lift the Main Board, disconnect all the Connectors on the Board, and remove the Main Board.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 4.2.6 Removal of Power Switch Power Cable Cover Release the Carriage Lock. (Refer to Step 1 in 4.2.3 Removal of Carriage Unit.) Remove the Housing Upper. (Refer to 4.2.2) Move the Carriage Unit to the center.
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A While releasing the two hooks that are securing the Power Switch, push the Power Switch out of the Housing Lower to remove. When reinstalling the Power Switch, route the cable in the groove of the Housing Lower.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 4.2.7 Removal of Panel FFC M3X8 Remove the Carriage Unit. (Refer to 4.2.3) Tightening torque 6-8kgfcm Remove the Main Board. (Refer to 4.2.5) Remove the Power Cable Cover. (Refer to Step 5 in 4.2.6 Removal of Power Switch.) Remove the two screws (CBP, M3x8: 1, CPFP, M3x8: 1) that are securing the Ground Plate.
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A Remove the Panel FFC. When reinstalling the Panel FFC, note the following points. Install the Ferrite Core. Ferrite Core Figure 4-23. Ferrite Core Orient the silver surface of the Panel FFC toward the bottom. Attaching position Sliver surface Figure 4-24.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 4.2.8 Removal of Driven Pulley, Driven Pulley Spring and Driven Pulley Holder Assy Remove the Carriage Unit. (Refer to 4.2.3) Driven Pulley Spring Remove the Main Board. (Refer to 4.2.5) Remove the Power Cable Cover.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 4.2.9 Removal of CR Motor Unit, Motor Tension Belt M3x8 and CR Tension Belt Tightening torque 6-8kgfcm Remove the Carriage Unit. (Refer to 4.2.3) CR Motor Unit Disconnect the CR Motor Connector from the Main Board.
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A Remove the one screw (CBS, M3x5) that is securing the Tensioner, and remove the M3x5 Pulley. Tightening torque 1.5±0.5kgfcm CR Tension Belt When reinstalling the Tensioner, perform "Tensioner adjustment". A D J U S T M E N T R E Q U I R E D (Refer to 5.1.3.1 Motor Tension Belt tension adjustment.)
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 4.2.10 Removal of TPU Inverter Board Housing Mat Remove the TPU Unit. (Refer to 4.2.1) Slide the Housing Mat to the front to remove it from the sockets of the TPU Unit, and remove the Housing Mat.
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A Remove the seven screws (five (CBP, M3x8), two (CBP, M3x10)) that are securing the TPU Unit. Hooks M3x10 Tightening torque 6-9kgfcm With a flat-blade screwdriver, release the eight hooks that are securing the TPU Unit, and remove the TPU Inverter Unit.
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A Disconnect the Inverter Cable Connector and Fluorescent Lamp Connector from the M3x6 TPU Inverter Board. Tightening torque 3.5±0.5kgfcm Inverter Cable Connector When reinstalling the TPU Inverter Board, route the cables into the five notches indicated by A, B and C.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 4.2.11 Removal of Hinges Remove the TPU Unit. (Refer to 4.2.1) Remove the two screws (CBP, M4x12) that are securing each of the Hinges, and remove the Hinges. M4x12 Tightening torque 10-12kgfcm Hinges Figure 4-34. Removal of Hinges...
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 5.1 Overview 5.1.3 Adjustment method 5.1.3.1 Motor Tension Belt tension adjustment This section explains the adjustment required when this product is disassembled. Press the Pulley against the Motor Tension Belt, and temporarily fit the Tensioner.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 6.1 Overview This chapter explains the maintenance work necessary to keep this product in the best condition and to prevent problems. 6.1.1 Cleaning Clean the outside of the product with a neutral detergent, and clean its inside with a vacuum cleaner.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 6.1.2 Lubrication <Lubrication point> Shaft Lubrication is required when any part of the Carriage Unit of the scanner has been Tensioner replaced or the Carriage moves with noticeably large operation noise. The specified <Oil type>...
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 7.1 Connectors 7.1.2 Connector Alignment The following table indicates the connector signal wiring on the electrical circuit boards of this product. TPU Inverter Board 2 Fluorescent Lamps 7.1.1 Connector configuration AC Input Number Board Connector...
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 7.2 Circuit Diagrams The control electrical circuit diagrams of this product are shown on the following pages. Main Board CCD Board Panel Board Inverter Board TPU Inverter Board APPENDIX Circuit Diagrams...
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Model : GT-F600, Prefection4180 Photo Model : GT-F600, Prefection4180 Photo Board : Main Board Board : Main Board Rev. Rev. Sheet : 1/1 Sheet : 1/1...
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 7.3 Exploded diagram The exploded diagrams of this product are shown on the following pages. B170-ACCE-001 B170-CASE-001 B170-MECH-001 APPENDIX Exploded diagram...
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 7.4 Parts List Table 7-1. Perfection4180 Photo Parts List Ref No. Part Name MOTOR,CR Table 7-1. Perfection4180 Photo Parts List INSULATOR,MOTOR,CR SPACER,INSULATOR Ref No. Part Name HOLDER ASSY.,MOTOR HOLDER ASSY.,35 GROUNDING PLATE,POWER HARNESS COVER,FILM,BROWNIE 6N,3,F/ZN HOLDER SUB ASSY.,BROWNIE...
Within ±1% Connectivity Color shift Within 1 dot (within 2 dots in the top and This ADF Unit can be connected to the Perfection4180 Photo. bottom 5cm areas of the document for 600dpi scanning) 7.5.2 Basic specifications 7.5.2.3 Supported documents 7.5.2.1 General specifications...
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 7.5.2.4 Electrical characteristics 7.5.2.8 Compliant Standards (Electromagnetic interference resistance, electrical noise resistance) Rated input voltage DC 24 26.4V − Electromagnetic interference resistance DC 5 ± 5%V VCCI Class 2 Rated input current 24V : 0.8A : 0.2A...
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 7.6 ADF; Disassembly This section explains the disassembling procedure of the main component units and parts of the optional part ADF. Unless otherwise explained, reassemble the ADF in the reverse procedure of disassembling. 7.6.1 Removal of B81334 Main Board Remove the screws that are securing the Main Board Cover at the bottom, and remove the Main Board Cover.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 7.6.2 ASF Part Disconnect the six cables from the Main Board. Remove the Top Cover. Open the Cover and remove the Guides (black). Release the engagement with the internal paper guide, and remove the Cover from the Case Shaft.
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 7.6.2.1 ASF Part Disassembly Remove the two screws (black, CB + flat washers) at both ends of the Cover. Remove the two screws (gold, P-TITE + flat washers) from the bottom, and remove the Cover.
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A Remove the four screws (gold, P-TITE + flat washers), and remove the Motor/ Solenoid Assembly. Three screws When removing the screws shown in Figure 7-12, be careful since the C A U T I O N gear will pop out.
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 7.6.2.2 Gear Frame Release the Locks of the two Bushings (white plastic parts on both sides). Remove the Roller Shaft (front). Insert and push a flat-blade screwdriver into the gap shown below. Push up the White Reference Plate forcibly in the direction of an arrow to disengage the Hook.
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A Release the Locks of both Bushings, and remove the Roller Shaft (rear). Remove Roller Remove the three screws that are securing the metal fittings, and remove the metal Shaft (rear). fittings. When removing the screw nearest to the Lever, push the Release Lever in the direction of an arrow.
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A Remove the two screws (gold, P-TITE), and remove the black Plastic Frame. After removing screws, remove this black Remove two screws. Plastic Frame. Figure 7-20. Removal of Plastic Frame APPENDIX ADF; Disassembly...
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 7.6.3 Disassembly of ASF and Frame ASF Assembly After moving the Paper Edge Guide in the direction of an arrow, remove the one screw (silver, P-TITE + flat washer). Separate the ASF Assembly and Frame Part.
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A Remove the Actuator and PE Board Assembly. Figure 7-23. Removal of Actuator and PE Board Assembly 1 PE Board Assembly Actuator Figure 7-24. Removal of Actuator and PE Board Assembly 2 APPENDIX ADF; Disassembly...
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 7.6.4 Disassembly of ASF Assembly 7.6.4.1 Removal of ASF Feed Roller Assembly ASF Feed Roller Shaft Securing Bush Remove the Right Hopper Release Lever from the right end of the ASF Feed Roller Shaft. Move the left side ASF Feed Assembly part to the center, and remove the Left ASF Feed Roller Shaft Securing Bush (color: white).
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A Remove the projection of the ASF Frame from the top left mounting hole of the ASF Hopper Assembly. Mounting hole at top left of ASF Hopper Fit the cam on the right of the ASF Hopper Assembly in the notch (rectangular) of the...
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A The following shows the parts development diagram of the ASF Assembly. Hopper Assembly Brake Lever ASF HP Detection Torsion Spring 41.2 Wheel ASF Frame Left Hopper Release Lever Right Hopper Release Lever Left Feed Roller...
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A When removing or reinstalling the ASF Hopper Assembly, use C H E C K care so that the grease on the Cam will not adhere to any other P O I N T parts. If it has adhered, wipe it completely.
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A After reinstalling the right Feed Roller Assembly to the ASF C H E C K Frame, make sure that the right Feed Roller Assembly is P O I N T securely locked by the Hook in the right side rear part of the ASF Frame.
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EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 7.6.4.2 Disassembly of Feed Roller Assembly Feed Roller Compression Cover Remove the two hooks that are used to install the Feed Roller Cover to the Feed Roller Spring 1.66 Assembly. Remove the two Hooks that are used to install the Feed Roller Assembly to the Frame part in the circumference of the Feed Roller Assembly shaft hole.
EPSON Perfection4180 Photo Revision A 7.7 ADF; Lubrication <Lubrication Gear point> Lubrication is required when any part of the Carriage Unit of the scanner has been Pinion replaced or the Carriage moves with noticeably large operation noise. The specified <Oil type>...