Summary of Contents for Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE 8105 PRO Series
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imageRUNNER ADVANCE 8105 PRO / 8095 PRO / 8085 PRO Series Service Manual REVISION 8.0 Product Overview Technology Periodic Service Parts Replacement and Clearning Adjustment Troubleshooting Error Code Service Mode Installation Appendix...
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Explanation of Symbols The following rules apply throughout this Service Manual: The following symbols are used throughout this Service Manual. Each chapter contains sections explaining the purpose of specific functions and the relationship between electrical and mechanical systems with reference to the timing of Symbols Explanation Symbols...
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Periodic Service Cleaning the Process Unit ---------------------------------------------------- 4-117 Removing the Drum Cleaning Unit ----------------------------------------- 4-118 Periodical Service Operation Item ----------------------------------------3-2 Removing the Drum Cleaning Blade --------------------------------------- 4-119 Cleaning the Drum Cleaning Unit ------------------------------------------- 4-121 Parts Replacement and Clearning Replacing the Pre-exposure Plastic Film --------------------------------- 4-122 List of Parts ---------------------------------------------------------------------4-2 Removing the Drum Unit ------------------------------------------------------ 4-123 List of External / Internal Cover ------------------------------------------------ 4-2...
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Removing the Fixing Assembly ---------------------------------------------- 4-176 Removing the Lower Cassette Separation Roller Cleaning the Fixing Inlet Guide,Fixing Inlet Sensor Flag, /Cleaning the Cassette 4 Pickup Sensor 1 (PS22) --------------------- 4-205 Fixing Right Stay, Dowel, Dowel Holder ---------------------------------- 4-178 Removing the Multi-purpose Tray Feed Roller -------------------------- 4-206 Cleaning the Inner Delivery Roller ------------------------------------------ 4-179 Removing the Multi-purpose Tray Separation Roller ------------------ 4-208 Cleaning the Fixing Oil Pan -------------------------------------------------- 4-180...
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How to View the Test Print ------------------------------------------------------- 6-3 Troubleshooting -------------------------------------------------------------------6-78 Image Faults -------------------------------------------------------------------6-6 Making Initial Checks ------------------------------------------------------ 6-79 Trailing Edge Shock Imaget ----------------------------------------------------- 6-6 List of Initial Check Items -------------------------------------------------------6-79 Uneven density correction by 2D shading ----------------------------------- 6-7 Version Upgrade via CDS ------------------------------------------------------6-80 ADF black line --------------------------------------------------------------------- 6-11 Preparation -------------------------------------------------------------------------6-80 Bleed-thru/Soil appeared on the back of the paper...
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Duplex Color Image Reader-C1 --------------------------------------------- 7-104 OPTION --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-264 Paper Deck Unit-C1 ------------------------------------------------------------ 7-105 SORTER -------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-265 POD Deck Light-A1 ------------------------------------------------------------ 7-105 ADJUST --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-265 Inserter-K1 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 7-106 FUNCTION ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-273 Professional Puncher-C1/Integration Unit-B1 --------------------------- 7-108 OPTION --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-276 Paper Folding Unit-H1 --------------------------------------------------------- 7-110 BOARD ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-282 Staple Finisher-F1/Booklet Finisher-F1 ----------------------------------- 7-112 OPTION --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-282...
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Auto Adjust Gradation -----------------------------------------------------------9-33 Installation Procedure ------------------------------------------------------------9-73 Image Position Adjustment -----------------------------------------------------9-34 Setting After Installation ---------------------------------------------------------9-79 Voice Guidance Kit-F1/F2 ------------------------------------------------- 9-80 Checking the Network Connection -------------------------------------------9-39 Network Troubleshooting -------------------------------------------------------9-40 Points to Note at Installation ---------------------------------------------------9-80 Checking the Network Setting of the Host Machine----------------------9-40 Checking the Contents ----------------------------------------------------------9-80 Checking Network Function on the Main Controller----------------------9-40 Check Items when Turning OFF the Main Power-------------------------9-81...
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Installation Procedure ---------------------------------------------------------- 9-112 Execution of Auto Gradation Adjustment---------------------------------- 9-184 [TYPE-3] Option HDD (250GB) + Removable HDD Kit --------- 9-123 [TYPE-6] HDD Data Encryption & Mirroring Kit ------------------- 9-185 Checking the Contents -------------------------------------------------------- 9-123 Points to Note when HDD Data Encryption & Mirroring Kit has Points to Note Regarding Data Backup/Export-------------------------- 9-125 been Installed -------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-185 Making a Backup of the Data (Reference only) ------------------------- 9-126...
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Checking the Contents -------------------------------------------------------- 9-223 Checking after Installation ---------------------------------------------------- 9-300 Points to Note when HDD Data Encryption & Mirroring Kit has Reporting to the System Administrator at the End of the Work ----- 9-300 been Installed -------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-227 Execution of Auto Gradation Adjustment---------------------------------- 9-300 Check Items when Turning OFF the Main Power----------------------- 9-232 [TYPE-11] Option HDD (250GB) + Removable HDD Kit Installation Procedure ---------------------------------------------------------- 9-232...
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Function Settings --------------------------------------------------------------- 10-51 Set Destination ------------------------------------------------------------------ 10-60 Management Settings --------------------------------------------------------- 10-61 Backup Data ---------------------------------------------------------------- 10-65 Detail of HDD partition --------------------------------------------------- 10-69 Soft Counter List ---------------------------------------------------------- 10-70 Soft counter specifications ---------------------------------------------------- 10-70 Soft Counter List ---------------------------------------------------------------- 10-70...
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Safety Precautions ■ CDRH Act ■ Laser Safety ■ Handling of Laser System ■ Turn power switch ON ■ Safety of Toner ■ Notes When Handling a Lithium Battery ■ Notes Before it Works imageRUNNER ADVANCE Serving ■ Points to Note at Cleaning 8105 PRO/8095 PRO/8085 PRO Series...
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Safety Precautions > Handling of Laser System CDRH Act Handling of Laser System The Center for Devices and Radiological Health of the US Food and Drum Administration put When servicing the area around the laser assembly, be sure to turn off the main power. into force regulations concerning laser products on August 2, 1976.
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Safety Precautions > Notes Before it Works Serving Turn power switch ON Safety of Toner The machine is equipped with 2 power switches: main power switch and control panel power About Toner switch. The machine goes on when the main power switch is turned on (i.e., other than in low power The machine's toner is a non-toxic material made of plastic, iron, and small amounts of dye.
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Safety Precautions > Points to Note at Cleaning Points to Note at Cleaning When performing cleaning using organic solvent such as alcohol, be sure to check that the component of solvent is vaporized completely before assembling. Safety Precautions > Points to Note at Cleaning...
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Product Overview > Product Lineup > Pickup/Delivery System Option > Applicable Option for Each Model Product Lineup Pickup/Delivery System Option ■ Applicable Option for Each Model Main Body There are two main groups of pickup and delivery options, depending on the communication imageRUNNER ADVANCE 8105 / 8095 / 8085 I/F used.
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Product Overview > Product Lineup > Pickup/Delivery System Option > Required Options/Conditions Product name Required options, conditions, etc. ■ Required Options/Conditions (Japan) ● Pickup System Options Booklet Finisher-F1 Paper weight: 52 to 300g/m Maximum stacking capacity: 5,000 sheets (A4, B5, LTR) Product name Required options, conditions, etc.
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Product Overview > Product Lineup > Scanning System Options > Required Options and Conditions Scanning System Options Product name Required options, conditions, etc. Duplex Color Image Reverse 2-sided scanning ■ Required Options and Conditions Reader Unit-C1 B/W (1-sided/2-sided): 600 dpi=85/40 ipm, 300 dpi: 85/40 ipm Color (1-sided/2-sided): 600 dpi=51/20 ipm, 300 dpi:85/40 ipm Paper weight: Duplex Color Image Reader Unit-C1...
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Product Overview > Product Lineup > Function Expansion System Options > Required Options and Conditions Function Expansion System Options ● Hardware Products Product name (Japan) Required options, conditions, etc. ■ Required Options and Conditions Utility Tray-A1/A2 No particular options and conditions are required. Card Reader-C1/F1 Copy Card Reader Installation Kit-A2 is required.
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Product Overview > Product Lineup > Function Expansion System Options > Required Options and Conditions Product name (Japan) Required options, conditions, etc. Product name (Japan) Required options, conditions, etc. Option HDD (2.5 inch/250GB)-D1 This is used when the mirroring function is used with HDD PS Expansion Kit-AH1 No particular options and conditions are required.
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Product Overview > Features > Service Features > Improved Service Operability Features Service Features ■ Improved Service Operability Product Features ● Removing of the Process Unit becomes easy. The Process Unit can be removed by accessing only from the front side. High productivity High image quality Energy saving...
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Product Overview > Features > Service Features > Improved Upgrading Operability ● Easy access to the parts at rear side. ■ New Service Mode Since the Rear Cover Unit becomes a retractable unit, access to the parts at rear side The description of each service mode item is displayed as well.
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Product Overview > Features > Service Features > Jam/Error Code Display Specifications ■ Jam/Error Code Display Specifications Service Advantage When a paper jam/error is reported from the user: Jam Code • The location (device) causing the paper jam/error can be recognized before the service “Jam Code”...
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Product Overview > Features > Service Features > Applying New Connectors 1-10 ■ Applying New Connectors Newly-configured connectors are used as some connectors on each controller PCB. F-1-13 ● Purpose To prevent the communication error caused by the following: • Loose/removed connector due to vibration during transportation •...
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Product Overview > Specifications > Weight and Size 1-12 Power Supply Specifications: Weight and Size Power North Product name Width (mm) Depth (mm) Height (mm) Weight (kg) Japan Europe Asia Australia imageRUNNER ADVANCE 8105 / 1220 supply America 8095 / 8085 Product name source POD Deck Lite-A1...
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Product Overview > Specifications > Paper Type 1-14 Paper Type Following shows the types of usable papers. See the table below for the custom paper size. Type Feeding direction (mm) Width direction (mm) Custom paper size 0-1 148.0 to 487.7 100 to 139.6 Custom paper size 0-2 148.0 to 181.9...
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Product Overview > Specifications > Paper Type 1-15 Feeding Width Pickup position Type Size direction direction Multi-purpose POD Deck Right Deck Left Deck Cassette3 Cassette4 Paper Deck Insertion Unit Tray Lite (mm) (mm) Thin paper (52 to 63 g/m 11x17 431.8 279.4 355.6...
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Product Overview > Specifications > Paper Type 1-16 Feeding Width Pickup position Multi-purpose POD Deck Type Size direction direction Right Deck Left Deck Cassette3 Cassette4 Paper Deck Insertion Unit (mm) (mm) Tray Lite Plain paper 1 (64 to 90 g/m Recycled paper 1 (64 to 90 g/m Color paper...
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Product Overview > Specifications > Paper Type 1-17 Feeding Width Pickup position Multi-purpose POD Deck Type Size direction direction Right Deck Left Deck Cassette3 Cassette4 Paper Deck Insertion Unit (mm) (mm) Tray Lite Heavy paper 1 (91 to 180 g/m Letterhead 11x17 431.8...
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Product Overview > Specifications > Paper Type 1-18 Feeding Width Pickup position Multi-purpose POD Deck Type Size direction direction Right Deck Left Deck Cassette3 Cassette4 Paper Deck Insertion Unit (mm) (mm) Tray Lite Heavy paper 2 (181 to 220 g/m 11x17 431.8 279.4...
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Product Overview > Specifications > Paper Type 1-19 Feeding Width Pickup position Multi-purpose POD Deck Type Size direction direction Right Deck Left Deck Cassette3 Cassette4 Paper Deck Insertion Unit (mm) (mm) Tray Lite Heavy paper 3 (221 to 256 g/m 11x17 431.8 279.4...
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Product Overview > Specifications > Paper Type 1-20 Feeding Width Pickup position Multi-purpose POD Deck Type Size direction direction Right Deck Left Deck Cassette3 Cassette4 Paper Deck Insertion Unit (mm) (mm) Tray Lite Transparency 11x17 431.8 279.4 355.6 215.9 215.9 279.4 LTRR 279.4...
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Product Overview > Specifications > Paper Type 1-21 Feeding Width Pickup position Multi-purpose POD Deck Type Size direction direction Right Deck Left Deck Cassette3 Cassette4 Paper Deck Insertion Unit (mm) (mm) Tray Lite Labels 11x17 431.8 279.4 355.6 215.9 215.9 279.4 LTRR 279.4...
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Product Overview > Specifications > Paper Type 1-22 Feeding Width Pickup position Multi-purpose POD Deck Type Size direction direction Right Deck Left Deck Cassette3 Cassette4 Paper Deck Insertion Unit (mm) (mm) Tray Lite Tracing 11x17 431.8 279.4 355.6 215.9 215.9 279.4 LTRR 279.4...
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Product Overview > Specifications > Paper Type 1-23 Feeding Width Pickup position Multi-purpose POD Deck Type Size direction direction Right Deck Left Deck Cassette3 Cassette4 Paper Deck Insertion Unit (mm) (mm) Tray Lite Cotton (Bond) 11x17 431.8 279.4 355.6 215.9 215.9 279.4 LTRR...
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Product Overview > Specifications > Paper Type 1-24 Feeding Width Pickup position Multi-purpose POD Deck Type Size direction direction Right Deck Left Deck Cassette3 Cassette4 Paper Deck Insertion Unit (mm) (mm) Tray Lite Tab paper 215.9 279.4 Pre-Punched paper 215.9 279.4 Postcard Postcard...
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Product Overview > External View/Internal View > Cross-Section View 1-26 Cross-Section View ■ Switches, I/F, Others Drum Cleaning Unit Pre-exposure Primary Charging Assembly ETB Unit Laser Scanner (Transfer Belt Unit) Unit Multi-purpose Tray Pickup Unit Fixing Assembly Developing Assembly Pre-transfer Reverse Delivery Unit Charging Assembly Main Power Switch...
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Product Overview > Operation > Control Panel > Control Panel 1-27 Operation Control Panel ■ Control Panel Power Switch ■ Types of Power Switches Processing/Date Error This machine has the Main Power Switch, the Control Panel Power Switch and the Settings/Registration Energy Saver Main Menu...
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Product Overview > Operation > Control Panel > Differences in Main Menu 1-28 ■ Main Menu ■ Differences in Main Menu iR 7105/iR 5075 Series iR ADVANCE 8105 / iR ADVANCE 6075 Series Copy Copy Send/Fax Scan and Send Mail Box Scan and Save (New) Access Stored Files (New) Fax/I-Fax Inbox...
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Product Overview > Operation > Control Panel > Differences in Settings/Registration Menu 1-29 ■ Settings/Registration Menu ■ Differences in Settings/Registration Menu iR 7105/7095/7085 Series iR ADVANCE 8105/8095/8085 Series Common Settings Preferences Settings/Registration Timer Setting Select an item to set Adjustment/Cleaning Adjustment/Maintenance System Settings Management Settings...
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Technology ■ Basic Configuration ■ Main Controller ■ Laser Exposure System ■ Image Formation System ■ Fixing ■ Pickup / Feed System ■ External Auxiliary System ■ MEAP ■ Embedded RDS ■ Updater ■ System Management Operations Technology...
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Technology > Basic Configuration > Functional Configuration Basic Configuration Functional Configuration The machine may broadly be divided into the following functional system blocks; document exposure system block, controller system block, laser exposure system block, image formation system block, fixing system block and pickup/feed system block. Document exposure system Reader Exposure lamp...
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Technology > Basic Configuration > Basic Sequence > Basic sequence at power ON Basic Sequence ■ Basic sequence at power ON Main power ON Print Unit INITIAL INITIAL ROTATION STBY Polygon Motor(M44) ETB Motor(M43) Developing Motor(M2) Drum Motor(M1) Developing Clutch(CL1) Developing AC bias Developing DC bias Potential Sensor(EPC1)
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Technology > Basic Configuration > Basic Sequence > Basic sequence at printing <Condition: A4 1-sided (2 sheets), Right deck, Reverse delivery> ■ Basic sequence at printing <Condition: A4 1-sided (2 sheets), Right deck, Reverse delivery> Start key ON Print Unit STBY INTR PRINT...
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Technology > Basic Configuration > Basic Sequence > Basic sequence at printing <Condition: A4 2-sided (2 sheets), Right deck, Reverse delivery> ■ Basic sequence at printing <Condition: A4 2-sided (2 sheets), Right deck, Reverse delivery> Start key ON Print Unit STBY INTR PRINT...
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Technology > Main Controller > Overview > Features Main Controller Main Controller PCBs 1 and 2 are connected through the Riser (connector for interface). Removability/installability of Main Controller PCB 1 has been improved by introducing this configuration (Slot-in/out) Overview ■ Features Using a new controller enables high speed PDL processing, high image quality and high functionality.
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Technology > Main Controller > Overview > Specifications/configuration ■ Specifications/configuration ● Memory Main controller PCB 1 ● PCBs J2032 J2031 BAT1 DDR2-SDRAM 512MB+512MB Main Controller PCB 1 Main Controller PCB 2 HDD(Option) HDD(Standard) TPM PCB Flash PCB F-2-7 Parts name Function, specifications, features Main controller CPU: 1.2GHz, Control of the entire system...
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Technology > Main Controller > Overview > Specifications/configuration Main controller PCB 2 ● I/F, connector Main controller PCB 1 BAT1 J1003 DDR2-SDRAM J1003 512MB Standard Mini-USB J1007 J1015 DDR2-SDRAM 512MB Option J1017 USB(D) Riser J1018 J1019 USB(H) J1021 Flash J1020 F-2-9 Parts name Function, specifications, features...
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Technology > Main Controller > Overview > Specifications/configuration Function, specifications Function, specifications Jack Function, specifications Jack Function, specifications J1017 LAN I/F J1026 CC-VI:I/F for control interface kit (Op.) 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T Reader I/F J2017 Image analysis PCB I/F J1018 USB I/F (Device) J1027 Coin:I/F for card reader, I/F for serial Product name: Image Data Analyzer interface...
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Technology > Main Controller > Overview > Specifications/configuration 2-10 ● Function expansion options Main controller PCB 2 Main controller PCB1 Voice Operation/ Voice Data Analyzer Board Guidance DDR2-SDRAM Board Expansion Bus Wireless LAN PCB IPSec PCB F-2-13 IPSec PCB Name Function, specifications, features Image analysis PCB Product name: Image Data Analyzer Board-A1...
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Technology > Main Controller > Overview > Boot/Shutdown sequence 2-11 ● HDD ■ Boot/Shutdown sequence The partitions for Advanced Box and the distribution server are added. ● Boot sequence User Box (same as the existing machine) area is 23GB and Advanced Box area is 9.6GB. Advanced Box area can be increased by installing the high-capacity HDD option.
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Technology > Main Controller > Overview > Boot/Shutdown sequence 2-12 Related error codes (major error codes): Error code Error description E602 HDD error 0001 HDD failed to be recognizedStartup partition (BOOTDEV) is not found at startup 0002 No system software for the main CPU 0006 No system software for the sub CPU 4000...
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Technology > Main Controller > Controls > Flow of Image Data 2-13 Controls ● Print ■ Flow of Image Data Network Following shows major image data flow. • The arrow mark indicates the flow of image data. ① • Numbers (1, 2, etc.) indicate processing order. Controller ●...
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Technology > Main Controller > Controls > Security features (encryption key and certificate, password protection) 2-14 ● SEND ■ Security features (encryption key and certificate, password protection) Reader ● Overview ⑤ Scan type image ① The main controller PCB 1 of the host machine holds a new PCB named “TPM PCB”. “TPM” Format conversion processing stands for “Trusted Platform Module”, which collectively refers to the chip set for generating...
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Technology > Main Controller > Controls > Security features (encryption key and certificate, password protection) 2-15 ● Configuration of Security Information security information is not decodable correctly in case the HDD is failed or formatted because the public key information stored in the HDD is cleared. If this occurs, execute “Initialize All The security functionality behaves differently depending on the TPM setting on the UI.
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Technology > Main Controller > Controls > Security features (encryption key and certificate, password protection) 2-16 ● Preparation before Installing TPM ● Works before / after introduction Before installing TPM, ask the user to back up data. Execute the following in Setting / Registration mode (“TPM setting” is OFF by default). Follow the steps below to back up data.
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Technology > Main Controller > Controls > Security features (encryption key and certificate, password protection) 2-17 1. Enable Functionality 2.TPM Key Backup The TPM key backup file can be stored only in USB flash drive (supported file system: NOTE:Setup of “System Management PIN” FAT32).
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Technology > Main Controller > Controls > Security features (encryption key and certificate, password protection) 2-18 3) Click [Password] to enter the password (4-12 digits). Then, enter the password for CAUTION: The following may cause failures in backup. confirmation. If any of the following is detected, the backup process is aborted and the message and the cause for the failure are shown on the screen.
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Technology > Main Controller > Controls > Security features (encryption key and certificate, password protection) 2-19 3. Restore of TPM key CAUTION: The following may cause failures in restoration. Procedure is about the same as the backup work. If any of the following is detected, the restoration process is aborted and the message Difference between restore work and backup work: and the cause for the failure are shown on the screen.
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Technology > Main Controller > Controls > Security features (encryption key and certificate, password protection) 2-20 4. Disable the feature Key pair and server certificate registered in Management Setting (Setting/ Registration) > To set “OFF” for the TPM setting, execute [Initialize All Data / Settings]. [Device Management] >...
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Technology > Main Controller > Controls > Security features (encryption key and certificate, password protection) 2-21 ● Overview of Actions taken against Troubles ● Related Error Code Location Error TPM Setting = ON TPM Setting = OFF Relevant Error Code Error description, Assumed cause, remedy with failure Code...
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Technology > Main Controller > Controls > Security features (encryption key and certificate, password protection) 2-22 ● Security Information Storage Location Error Error description, Assumed cause, remedy Code Storage Backup Data Type Function Name of Data E746 Error in encryption Location Availability 0033...
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Technology > Main Controller > Controls > Option HDD 2-23 ■ Option HDD Storage Backup Data Type Function Name of Data Location Availability The HDD capacity mounted on this machine is 80GB as standard. Mounting a 2.5 SRAM Password/ Network Policy common key for IPSec inch/250GB HDD-D1 (option) makes 250 GB in HDD capacity.
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Technology > Main Controller > Controls > HDD mirroring feature (option) 2-24 ■ HDD mirroring feature (option) Mirroring PCB controls reading/writing timing of HDD data. LED PCB makes the LED show operation status of the HDDs. This option enables mirroring of HDD data (RAID1). In the case of failure in one HDD, the operation is performed with the other HDD.
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Technology > Main Controller > Controls > HDD mirroring feature (option) 2-25 ● To start using this feature (installation) “Rebuild” progress is shown in a massage at the status line on the control panel. “Copying hard disk data... xx%“ HDD1 is connected to Ch A on the Install HDD2 mirroring PCB NOTE:...
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Technology > Main Controller > Controls > HDD mirroring feature (option) 2-26 ● HDD reading/writing operation ● Description of Modes The mirroring system of this machine consists of 4 modes. At reading: At writing: The modes in parentheses show the mirroring system statuses. Data is read by HDD1 (master HDD) The same data is written to each HDD at The status flows among the modes below during operation.
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Technology > Main Controller > Controls > HDD mirroring feature (option) 2-27 Mode Flow at Start-up Mode Flow during Operation Turn ON Main Power Switch Mirror Mode Flow to Mode at Previous Job Completion Trouble Halt Mode Degrade Mode Rebuild Mode Mirror Mode Either HDD In which HDD?
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Technology > Main Controller > Controls > HDD mirroring feature (option) 2-28 ● Overview of Trouble Recovery ● Points to Note in Servicing concerning Mirroring Functionality When any trouble occurs in the mirroring system, take the action for recovery appropriate to 1.
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HDD encryption and mirroring functionality with the dedicated chipset on a board (Canon MFP Security Chip Version 2.00). Since the two functions are operated in a HDD, the encryption functionality can be independently enabled.
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Technology > Main Controller > Controls > HDD Encryption/ Mirroring Kit (optional) 2-30 The following shows the statuses for each use case. 1. Initialize the encryption board via SST. Case 1: Normally operated This step makes the disk unformatted (E602-0001 is triggered if the unformatted disk is Case 2: HDD-related error occurs because the system on the HDD cannot be read (other started).
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Technology > Main Controller > Controls > HDD Encryption/ Mirroring Kit (optional) 2-31 The figure below shows the final screen in initializing the encryption board. E610 and detailed codes The message as shown in the figure below is shown on the screen. Detailed E code Cause (Detected Error)
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Technology > Main Controller > Service Operations > HDD 2-32 Service Operations 2. After Replacing 1) HDD format ■ HDD 1-1) Start with the safe mode. (While pressing 2 and 8 keys simultaneously, turn ON the main powerswitch.) <Procedure of parts replacement> 1-2) Use SST to format all partitions.
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Technology > Main Controller > Service Operations > Main Controller PCB 1 2-33 ■ Main Controller PCB 1 When using the Card Reader and imageWARE Accounting Manager <Procedure of parts replacement> Card ID used for imageWARE Accounting Manager is stored in the HDD, so NSA see "Removing Main Controller PCB 1,"...
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Technology > Main Controller > Service Operations > Main Controller PCB 2 2-34 ■ Main Controller PCB 2 NOTE: Resetting/registering the data is not necessary after Main Controller PCB 1 is replaced. <Procedure of parts replacement> see "Removing Main Controller PCB 2," on p. 4-86. <Procedure of adjustment>...
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Technology > Main Controller > Service Operations > Main Controller PCB 2 2-35 1. Before Replacing 2. When Replacing Perform the following operations. Be sure to get an approval from the user beforehand. 1) Transferring the parts from old PCB to new PCB 1) Backup of the set/registered data •...
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Technology > Main Controller > Service Operations > TPM PCB 2-36 3. After Replacing ■ TPM PCB 1) After installing the parts, turn ON the main power switch. <Procedure of parts replacement> 2) Restoring the backup data see "Removing Main Controller PCB 1," on p. 4-81. Use the Remote UI.
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Technology > Laser Exposure System > Overview > Overview 2-37 Laser Exposure System Laser is applied to the Nom-image image on the positively-charged drum with this machine. Image area Overview Non-image area Non-image area ■ Overview Laser ON Laser ON This machine uses an 8-beam method that enables exposure of 8 beams per scanning direction for high productivity.
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Technology > Laser Exposure System > Overview > Parts Configuration 2-38 ■ Specifications ■ Parts Configuration Item Description Image Formation Lens Wave length 670nm (large) Laser type Red color laser Image Formation Lens Laser team (small) Laser output 7mW(Max) Number of laser beams 8 beams Reflection mirror Laser Driver PCB...
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Technology > Laser Exposure System > Controls > Laser ON Timing Control 2-39 Controls ■ Laser ON Timing Control ● Laser ON/OFF Control ■ Overview This control is performed to turn ON/OFF a laser beam according to the combination of laser control signals.
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Technology > Laser Exposure System > Controls > Laser ON Timing Control 2-40 ● Main Scanning Synchronization Control NOTE: This control is performed to adjust the writing position in the main scanning direction. EEPROM on the Laser Driver PCB stores the 8-beam phase displacement coefficient (laser phase coefficient), which is unique to the Laser Scanner Unit, and corrects 8-beam phase difference based on the stored coefficient.
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Technology > Laser Exposure System > Controls > Laser Beam Intensity Control 2-41 ● Sub Scanning Synchronization Control ■ Laser Beam Intensity Control This control is performed to adjust the writing position in the sub scanning direction. ● APC (Auto Power Control) Control To keep constant laser light intensity per 8 beams (1BD basis) <Execution timing>...
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Technology > Laser Exposure System > Controls > Duplex print magnification correction 2-42 ■ Duplex print magnification correction <Laser Lighting> When the paper passes through the fixing area after the image was created on the 1st side of the 2-sided print, the paper temporarily gets shrunk due to the heat. Then, creating the image Horizontal scanning on the 2nd side causes the 2nd side image extended, which makes the 2nd side image larger than the 1st side image when the paper size returns to the original size after the paper is...
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Technology > Laser Exposure System > Controls > Polygon Motor Control 2-43 When magnification is corrected, changing the Polygon Motor speed between sheets might ■ Polygon Motor Control be slower depending on the speed, so productivity might be reduced. This control is performed to rotate the polygon mirror at a specified speed. Variable Reproduction = Polygon Speed Reshuffling <Execution timing>...
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Technology > Laser Exposure System > Controls > Laser Shutter Control 2-44 ■ Laser Shutter Control To prevent laser exposure in the machine when the Cover is open <Execution timing> When the Front Door or Multi tray Cover opens/closes <Control description> When the Front Door or Multi tray Cover opens, the DC Controller PCB stops power supply (DC5V) of the Laser Driver to prevent laser exposure.
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Technology > Laser Exposure System > Servicing > Major Adjustments 2-45 Servicing ■ Periodically Replaced Parts None ■ Consumable Parts None ■ Periodical Servicing List Cleaning Parts name Remarks interval Clean when black lines or the like occurs due to soil on Dust-proof glass the Dustproof Glass.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Overview > Overview 2-46 Image Formation System Primary Charging Assembly Drum Cleaning Unit Laser Developing Assembly Overview ■ Overview Toner image is formed by the magnetic, 1-component toner projection developing method in image formation system. Photosensitive Drum To ensure high quality print, this machine introduces the following new technologies: •...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Overview > Specifications 2-47 ■ Specifications ● Charging Specifications ● Basic Specifications Primary Charging Developing High Pre-transfer High Voltage PCB Voltage PCB Charging PCB Item Function/Method (PCB12) (PCB11) (PCB26) Photosensitive Drum Material A-Si Drum diameter 84 mm diameter Cleaning Cleaning Blade...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Overview > Parts Configuration 2-48 ■ Parts Configuration ● Process Area ● Entire Configuration Primary Charging Pre-exposure LED Assembly Toner Container Grid Wire Toner Supply Assembly Drum Cleaning Blade Primary Potential Sensor Charging Wire Developing Blade Drum Cleaning Unit...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Overview > Parts Configuration 2-49 ● Transfer Area ● Toner Supply Area Idler Roller Front View Toner Container Hopper Transfer Roller Drive Roller Static Eliminator Cleaning Blade Separation Guide Brush Roller Transfer Belt Cleaning Shaft Engagement Arm Engagement Cam Sub Hopper...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Overview > Drive Configuration 2-50 ● Waste Toner Feeding Area ■ Drive Configuration ● Process Area Waste Toner Feed Screw Waste Toner Feed Screw Drum Cleaning Unit ETB cleaning Unit Waste Toner Feed Assembly PS61 PS90 Waste Toner...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Overview > Drive Configuration 2-51 ● Transfer Area ● Toner Supply Area PS54 PS55 PS56 F-2-70 Code Parts name Function Duplex Feed Left Motor To make the ETB Unit (ETB) engaged/disengaged ETB Motor To drive the ETB Drive Roller, the Brush Roller and the Waste Toner Feed Screw.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Overview > Drive Configuration 2-52 ● Waste Toner Feeding Area Code Parts name Function Buffer Toner Sensor 1 To detect toner level in the Buffer(To avoid oversupply to the Buffer) Buffer Toner Sensor 2 To detect toner level in the Buffer (to detect absence of toner in the Buffer) PS54 Toner Replacement Cover Sensor To detect whether the Toner Replacement Cover is...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Overview > Print Process 2-53 ■ Print Process 1.Electrostatic latent image formation Block 2.Primary Charging Block Step Overview Static formation 1 Exposure Light emission from the Pre-exposure LED removes residual block potential on the surface of the Photosensitive Drum to prevent 1.Pre-exposure 3.Laser exposure density unevenness.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls 2-54 Controls Control name Description Exposure Pre-exposure control To apply the light of the Pre-exposure LED on the surface of the Primary Charging Exposure -Primary charging bias control Photosensitive Drum. -Pre-exposure control -Primary charging wire cleaning control Primary charging -Primary charging shutter control Separation...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Exposure 2-55 ■ Exposure Control name Description Toner supply ● Pre-exposure Control Toner level detection To detect toner level in the Developing Unit and the Buffer Unit. Toner supply control To supply toner from the Toner Container to the Developing To prevent uneven density with the print image, residual potential on the Photosensitive Drum Assembly.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Primary Charging 2-56 ■ Primary Charging ● Primary Charging Wire Cleaning Control To prevent charging failure caused by soil of the Primary Charging Wire. ● Primary Charging Bias Control <Execution timing> To make the surface of the Photosensitive Drum evenly and positively charged. •...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Primary Charging 2-57 ● Primary Charging Shutter Control Shutter Open/Close Operation Sequence To prevent uneven potential on the Photosensitive Drum caused by discharge products Elapsing time Operation (nitrogen oxide) accumulated on the Primary Charging Assembly. Image formation is 1.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Developing 2-58 <Control description> ■ Developing The shutter is open or closed by the cleaning mechanism of the Primary Charging Wire. ● Developing Bias Control The Primary Charging Shutter is made of fiber and usually taken up by the bobbin. To form a toner image on the Photosensitive Drum by charging toner on the Developing The drive of the Primary Charging Wire Cleaning Motor (M6) moves the Cleaning Pad to the Cylinder.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Developing 2-59 ● Dust-collection Bias Control ● Developing Supply Shutter Opening/Closing Mechanism To collect toner which floats over the Photosensitive Drum during developing process. There are shutters at the Supply Mouths of the Developing Assembly and the Buffer Unit to prevent toner scattering.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Transfer 2-60 <Opening and Closing Operations of the Buffer Shutter> ■ Transfer By pushing the Developing Assembly in the main body, edge of the Supply Mouth on the ● Pre-transfer Charging Bias Control assembly hits to leading edge of the Buffer Shutter.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Transfer 2-61 ● Pre-transfer Charging Wire Cleaning Control ● Pre-transfer Charging Shutter Control To prevent charging failure caused by soil of the Pre-transfer Charging Wire. To prevent uneven potential on the Photosensitive Drum caused by discharge products (nitrogen oxide) accumulated on the Pre-transfer Charging Assembly.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Transfer 2-62 ● Transfer Bias Control ● ETB Cleaning Control To transfer toner on the Photosensitive Drum to a paper. To prevent image failure caused by toner soil on the ETB, the residual toner on the Transfer The transfer bias (DC positive), which has been generated on the Transfer High Voltage PCB Belt is removed.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Transfer 2-63 ● ETB Engagement/Disengagement Control To prevent image failure caused by toner soil on the ETB, the ETB is engaged or disengaged Transfer Belt with the Photosensitive Drum. Disengagement Engagement <Execution timing> •...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Separation 2-64 ■ Separation ● Separation Control <Separation from the Drum> Separation is performed using the curvature separation method. Photosensitive Drum Paper Separation Claw F-2-90 NOTE: The Separation Claw separates sheets before entering the Drum Cleaning Unit. This effectively avoids failure in paper feed (double feed, etc.) Paper Separation Claw...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Separation 2-65 ● Separation Claw Reciprocation Control <Separation from the ETB> By moving the Separation Claw back and forth (reciprocation), scar on the drum caused by Separation is performed using the curvature separation method and the Static Eliminator. the Separation Claw can be prevented.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Drum Cleaning 2-66 ■ Drum Cleaning ● Separation Bias Control To prevent image soil caused by toner accumulated on the Drum Separation Claw, this ● Drum Cleaning Control control prevents attachment of toner on the Photosensitive Drum with the Drum Separation The blade, which is in contact with the Drum, removes residual toner and paper dust on the Claw.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Drum-related Issues 2-67 ■ Drum-related Issues ● Drum Heater Control To make potential characteristic for charging or exposure stable by keeping the specified ● Drum HP Detection temperature of the Photosensitive Drum. To detect home position of the Photosensitive Drum.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Drum-related Issues 2-68 <Operating condition> Operating condition of the heater differs according to the status of the Environment Switch and the host machine. A.2-dimensional shading OFF(defolt *1) <Environment Switch: OFF> Sleep mode (low energy Sleep mode (high energy Mode Main Power OFF...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Drum-related Issues 2-69 B.2-dimensional shading ON *1] <Environment Switch: OFF> Sleep mode (low energy Sleep mode (high energy Mode Main Power OFF WarmUp (Recovery) Standby/Energy Saver Copy/Print consumption) *3 consumption) *3 Main SW Switch Cassette SW Drum...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Toner Supply Area 2-70 <Environment Control> ■ Toner Supply Area Environment control 1: The condition of the heater at the time of turning OFF the main ● Toner Container Detection power continues. Toner Container detection is not performed with this machine.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Toner Supply Area 2-71 Toner Level Detection: NOTE: The Toner Excess Supply Sensor (TS2) detects amount of toner around the Buffer Toner Container Inlet. If toner is supplied excessively from the Sub Hopper to the Buffer Unit (if there are toner clusters), toner in the Buffer may overflow.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Waste Toner Feeding Area 2-72 ■ Waste Toner Feeding Area Toner level Status Message Operation 5% or less Replace the toner After "Replace the toner cartridge." ● Waste Toner Full Level Detection cartridge.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Waste Toner Feeding Area 2-73 This machine performs the following controls. ● Waste Toner Feed Screw Lock Detection 1. “Black band control” in order to maintain the drum cleaning performance To detect lock state of the Waste Toner Feed Screw. 2.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Image Stabilization Control 2-74 ■ Image Stabilization Control ● Overview This control prevents image failure due to change of the environment or deterioration of the Photosensitive Drum to ensure stabilized print. Primary Laser Power(Lp) Primary current (Ip) Charging...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Image Stabilization Control 2-75 ● Execution Timing Execution items for image stabilization control differ according to the environment and condition of image formation parts. Following shows the control items at each sequence. *70 deg C or lower in the fixing temperature,**60 sec.70 deg C or lower in the fixing temperature,***Fixing temperature remaining high at power OFF/ON Timing Initial...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Image Stabilization Control 2-76 Timing Initial Paper Last Standard Warm-up rotation Interruption Arbitrary rotation interval rotation duration Forcible Control Remarks power PASCAL PASCAL (second) Normal Door interruption Low duty OFF/ Normal (Full (Quick Approx.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Image Stabilization Control 2-77 ● Potential Control <Control description> 1. VD control Perform the following controls according to the deterioration level of the Photosensitive Drum 1) The primary current (Ip_Target_Pre), which has been determined in the last potential and the environmental change.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Image Stabilization Control 2-78 2. VL control [When the drum surface potential is not as follows: -10V <= target potential <= +10V ] 1) The laser power (LP_Target_Pre), which has been determined in the last bright area •...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Image Stabilization Control 2-79 3. Determination of developing bias (Vdc) Start of VI potential Developing bias is determined by adding the Vback value (based on the environment table) control to VL (bright area potential) determined in the foregoing control. Irradiate laser power defined in the previous Developing bias (Vdc) = VL+Vback potential control and measure...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Image Stabilization Control 2-80 ● Patch Detection <Patch image at D-max control> Toner density is detected by detection of the patch created on the Drum with the Patch Drum rotation direction Sensor. Parts configuration The Patch Sensor consists of the light-emitting part (LED) and the light-receiving part.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Image Stabilization Control 2-81 ● D-max Control 3) Determination of contrast potential (Vcont) Patch image density is read by the Patch Sensor to determine the contrast potential (Vcont) This control determines developing contrast to keep a constant solid image density. (that becomes the target density) using the obtained density characteristics.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Image Stabilization Control 2-82 ● D-half Control ● PASCAL Control This control determines gradation correction value based on the image density detected by This control stabilizes gradation density characteristics on the image. the Patch Sensor This control is executed when the following is selected in user mode: Auto Adjust Gradation >...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Auxiliary Control 2-83 ■ Auxiliary Control NOTE: Since Inbox images are binary, gradation adjustment cannot be performed after being ● Startup Contrast Potential (Vcont) Correction stored in Inbox. Gradation adjustment is performed on the rasterized data before they Contrast potential (Vcont) is corrected to keep a constant density and prevent light image are stored in Inbox.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Auxiliary Control 2-84 ● Laser APC Control Bright area potential This control corrects laser output control value to prevent change of surface potential by laser characteristics( ) output. VL (V) Correction type VL0re Procedure 3) A.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Auxiliary Control 2-85 ● Two Dimension Shading Control DC Controller PCB Uneven potential on the Photosensitive Drum is corrected by laser exposure. Execution timing At the time of laser exposure (only when the two dimension shading control is ON. Default: Calculation OFF) Drum potential...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Auxiliary Control 2-86 ● White Band Control ● Black Band Control Oppositely-charged toner on the Developing Sleeve is forcibly applied on the Drum and This control maintains the cleaning performance by providing sufficient amount of toner to the collected by the Cleaning Unit.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Controls > Auxiliary Control 2-87 Control description ● Low Duty Discharge Control 1) Black band described below is created on the Drum. In the case of continuous output of low duty image, this control consumes toner at non-image 2) Black band is scraped by the Drum Cleaning Blade and toner is properly applied on the area to maintain the density stability.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Servicing > Periodical Servicing List 2-88 Servicing ■ Periodical Servicing List Expected ■ Periodically Replaced Parts Parts/Area Name Remarks life* Toner Receptacle Tray As needed Remove toner on the tray. Expected COUNTER Parts Name Parts Nunber Piece Remarks Primary Charging Assembly Grid...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Servicing > When Replacing Parts 2-89 ■ When Replacing Parts CAUTION: When replacing the Periodically Replaced Parts and Consumable Parts, be sure to clear the Be sure to adjust the dark side (density of the test print image) to be the light side. Parts Counter (COPIER >...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Servicing > When Replacing Parts 2-90 Make the resin screws [A] and [C] a full turn clockwise. While referring to the When the rear side test print image is dark replacement procedure of the Primary Charging Assembly, install it to the main body, output NOTE: a test print and check the image.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Servicing > When Replacing Parts 2-91 4) Make the resin screws [B] and [D] a full turn clockwise. While referring to the replacement procedure of the Primary Charging Assembly, install it to the main body, output a test print and check the image.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Servicing > When Replacing Parts 2-92 ● Pre-transfer Charging Assembly ● Drum <Procedure of parts replacement> <Procedure of parts replacement> see "Removing the Pre-transfer Charging Assembly," on p. 4-108. see "Removing the Photosensitive Drum," on p. 4-124. <Procedure of adjustment>...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Servicing > When Replacing Parts 2-93 3) Replace the ROM connected to the host machine with the drum ROM included in the drum. ● Drum Side Seals(Front and Rear) <Procedure of parts replacement> CAUTION: see "Removing the Side Seal,"...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Servicing > Troubleshooting 2-94 ● ETB ■ Troubleshooting <Procedure of parts replacement> ● Trailing Edge Shock Imaget • see "Removing the ETB Unit," on p. 4-135. [Location] • see "Removing the ETB," on p. 4-137. <Procedure of adjustment>...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Servicing > Troubleshooting 2-95 [Image Sample] ● Uneven density correction by 2D shading To correct uneven image density caused by uneven potential on the surface of the Drum. Feed direction <Shock image located approx. 63mm 55mm NOTE: from the trailing edge>...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Servicing > Troubleshooting 2-96 3) Output a halftone image with the following conditions and check if uneven density occurs. CAUTION: COPIER>TEST>PG>TYPE 6 It is difficult to judge whether uneven potential of the Photosensitive Drum causes Select the cassette which the following paper is set: COPIER>TEST>PG>PG-PICK A3 uneven density of the output image, so output 3 sheets of the test print and adjust the (LDR) or larger.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Servicing > Troubleshooting 2-97 NOTE: CAUTION: For the test print, the following 3 types can be output, but basically set SHD-P1 to • Be sure to switch the screen after entering the value. Unless the screen is switched, output.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Servicing > Troubleshooting 2-98 5-3) After the adjustment, output a test print and check the image. 5-4) Adjust the target vertical scanning direction (1 to 27) which uneven density is seen. When uneven density is seen: Go to 5-3). After selecting "S-LINE1 to 4", select the target vertical scanning window (1 to 27), When uneven density is not seen: Procedure is ended.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Servicing > Troubleshooting 2-99 5-5) After the adjustment, output a test print and check the image to complete the ● Separation Failure Jam due to Deformation of Separation Claw procedure. [Location] Drum Separation Claw CAUTION: If the image cannot be adjusted correctly even with this adjustment procedure, reenter [Cause]...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Servicing > Troubleshooting 2-100 ● Uneven density [Cause] Uneven density occurs on the image because of uneven developing performance or change Feed Direction in drum characteristics due to wear. F-2-130 [Field Remedy] In the case of dark/light image at either the left or right side on the image in horizontal direction, adjust height of the Primary Charging Wire and check the output result.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Servicing > Troubleshooting 2-101 ● White line (foreign matter between Developing Sleeves) [Field Remedy] 1) Remove the Developing Assembly. Sample image NOTE: Feed Direction Be sure to place paper on a clean place and take out the foot of the Developing <...
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Technology > Image Formation System > Servicing > Troubleshooting 2-102 2) Remove foreign matter caught between the sleeves. 3) Clean excess toner on the upper and lower sleeves. Insert a corner of the paper between the sleeves and scrape out and remove foreign matter Toner can be excessively attached because the toner is pushed to the sleeve when from the side.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Servicing > Troubleshooting 2-103 3-3) Check if the toner blown by the blower is attached to the Developing Roller; if the ● Smeared image toner is attached, wipe it with lint-free paper. [Cause] (Otherwise, the toner is fused to the Roller that causes banding) Excess toner is transferred on the paper that causes toner collapse at the time of fixing, which can generate smeared image on the image.
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Technology > Image Formation System > Servicing > Troubleshooting 2-104 [Image] Feed Direction < Smeared Image > Side Line F-2-138 Select the following to execute Full Adjust: “Settings/Registration > Adjustment Maintenance > Adjust Image > Auto Adjust Gradation < Full Adjust”; and check the output result. 1) COPIER >...
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Technology > Fixing > Overview > Characteristics 2-105 Fixing Flux High-frequency Magnetic material current Overview (Ferrite Core) ■ Characteristics Coil 1) Whole-circumference IH heating method Metal This machine uses the IH heating method to heat the whole circumference of the Fixing Roller.
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Technology > Fixing > Overview > Specifications 2-106 3) Making the Fixing Assembly as a unit ■ Specifications Maintenance performance has been improved by separating the Fixing Unit from the Host Item Function/method Machine to be assigned as a unit. Fixing method Whole-circumference IH fixing method Fixing Heater...
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Technology > Fixing > Overview > Parts configuration 2-107 ■ Parts configuration ● Thermistor, Thermal Switch ● Cross-section view Fixing Sub Thermistor 2 (THM4) Fixing Cleaning Web takeup roller Fixing Roller Fixing Cleaning Web Thermal Switch2 Fixing Cleaning (TP2) Web feed roller Fixing Roller Static eliminator Fixing Cleaning...
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Technology > Fixing > Overview > Drive configuration 2-108 ■ Drive configuration Fixing Cleaning Web Level Sensor(PS45) Fixing Cleaning Web Drive Solenoid (SL9) Fixing Motor (M3) Fixing Toenail Fixing Outlet Fixing Inlet Jam Sensor(PS4) Sensor(PS52) Sensor(PS51) F-2-144 Fixing Outlet Sensor(PS52) Fixing Toenail Jam Sensor(PS04) Fixing Cleaning Web Drive...
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Technology > Fixing > Controls > Fixing temperature control 2-109 Controls ■ Fixing temperature control ● Overview ■ Overview To prevent fixing failure, temperature control of the Fixing Roller is executed with the following timing. Cleaning Web length detection Temperature control Overview Cleaning Web Temperature control during...
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Technology > Fixing > Controls > Fixing temperature control 2-110 ● Temperature control during startup <Low temperature environment startup mode> After it reaches the target temperature, the target temperature is maintained until Temperature is controlled to reach the standby temperature. completion of the potential control, and then the machine enters ready state.
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Technology > Fixing > Controls > Fixing temperature control 2-111 ● Temperature Control for Standby The control temperature depends on the environment temperature/country. The details on the control temperature are shown below. To provide measures against temperature rise of the coil/Main Body and save energy consumption, the target temperature is reduced step by step on a specified time basis until it •...
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Technology > Fixing > Controls > Fixing temperature control 2-112 ● Temperature control during printing • Normal environment 20 deg C or higher The target temperature is reduced step by step on a specified time basis until it reaches a Time (minute) Destination Paper Type...
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Technology > Fixing > Controls > Fixing temperature control 2-113 ● Other temperature adjustments ● Related Error Code <Energy Saver mode> E000: Fixing Assembly low temperature error By pressing the energy saver key on the Control Panel, energy consumption is reduced by E001: Fixing Assembly high temperature error reducing the control temperature when the Fixing Unit is at standby state according to the E002: Fixing Assembly temperature rise error...
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Technology > Fixing > Controls > Down sequence control 2-114 ■ Down sequence control ● Control description This control has the 3 types of down sequences according to the execution timing. ● Overview 1) In the case of decrease in fixing temperature (during printing) In the case of great difference between the target temperature and the detected temperature When the fixing temperature drops during the job, the productivity is dropped or the job is at the start of printing or during printing, productivity is dropped to prevent fixing failure or...
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Technology > Fixing > Controls > Down sequence control 2-115 2) When printing is started and the paper type is switched ● Related Service Mode Because fixing temperature differs according to the paper type, switching the paper type • To change temperature threshold of down sequence with special paper causes downtime.
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Technology > Fixing > Controls > Paper Anti-wrapping Control 2-116 ■ Paper Anti-wrapping Control ● Control description In the case of delay jam at the fixing outlet, the DC Controller determines paper wrapping if ● Overview the paper remains in the Fixing Assembly and executes the following. With this control, failure of the Fixing Assembly caused by paper wrapping around the Fixing •...
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Technology > Fixing > Controls > Upper separation claw reciprocating control 2-117 ■ Thermistor reciprocating control ■ Upper separation claw reciprocating control To prevent scar on the Fixing Roller by the Fixing Main Thermistor (THM01), the Fixing Main To prevent scar on the Fixing Roller by the Upper Separation Claw, the Upper Separation Thermistor is moved back and forth by 12mm in the shaft direction of the Fixing Roller.
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Technology > Fixing > Controls > Cleaning web drive control 2-118 ■ Cleaning web drive control ● Related Error Code Error in connection of the Fixing Web Solenoid To prevent fixing offset, the residual toner on the surface of the Fixing Roller is removed with 005-0001 the Cleaning Web.
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Technology > Fixing > Controls > Protective function 2-119 ■ Cleaning web length detection ■ Protective function When the length of the Cleaning Web is reduced, the Web Level Detection Arm is moved in ● Detecting an Error Using the Thermistor the direction of the arrow to block the light path of the Fixing Cleaning Web Level Detection In the event of the following, the machine will set the DC power (12 V) used to drive the AC Sensor (PS45).
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Technology > Fixing > Servicing > Periodical Servicing List 2-120 Servicing ■ Periodical Servicing List Operation ■ Periodically Replaced Parts Parts/Area Name Piece Remarks Interval Parts name Parts Number Piece Expected life Remarks Fixing inlet guide Clean with lint-free paper moistened with alcohol. Fixing Right Stay Clean with lint-free paper moistened with alcohol.
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Technology > Fixing > Servicing > When Replacing Parts 2-121 ■ When Replacing Parts • When applying grease, pay attention not to get it accumulated in the cut [a]. ● Fixing Roller <Procedure of parts replacement> see "Removing the Fixing Roller, Insulating Bush and Thrust Stopper," on p. 4-185. <Procedure of adjustment>...
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Technology > Fixing > Servicing > When Replacing Parts 2-122 ● Main Thermistor • Clear the counter COPIER >COUNTER > PRDC-1 >FIX-TH1 ● Sub Thermistor1,2 • Clear the counter COPIER >COUNTER > PRDC-1 >FIX-TH2 2-122 Technology > Fixing > Servicing > When Replacing Parts...
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Technology > Fixing > Servicing > Troubleshooting 2-123 ■ Troubleshooting <Field Remedy> Normally, when printing to paper larger than A3 or LDR size paper at the start of printing in ● Paper wrinkle a high humidity environment, control temperature is increased by performing idle rotation. <Location>...
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Technology > Fixing > Servicing > Troubleshooting 2-124 ● Checking nip width In the case of paper wrinkle or fixing failure, check that the fixing nip width is within the specified range. Note that the fixing nip width of this equipment cannot be adjusted in the field.
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Technology > Fixing > Servicing > Troubleshooting 2-125 ● Image failure due to the temperature rising at the edge of the Fixing <Location of Trouble> Roller (crepe mark) Fixing Roller, Pressure Roller <Cause> This is the symptom which image error like crepe mark occurs when temperature at the edge of the Fixing Roller rises.
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Technology > Pickup / Feed System > Overview > Overview 2-126 Pickup / Feed System :Scanner Sensor PS67 PS67 PS29 PS64 :Forced Paper Feed Control Overview :Paper path :One Unit ■ Overview • Improved productivity (75ppm -> 105ppm) PS65 PS28 This feature is enabled by using highly-sensitive Scanner Sensor.
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Technology > Pickup / Feed System > Overview > Specifications 2-127 ■ Specifications Item Function/Method Paper Storage Front Loading Method Method Pickup Method Separation Retard Method Paper Feed Center Standard Paper Loading Left/Right Deck 1500 sheets (80 g/m2) Capacity Cassette 3/4 550 sheets (80 g/m2) Multi-purpose 100 sheets (80 g/m2)
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Technology > Pickup / Feed System > Overview > Drive Configuration 2-130 ■ Drive Configuration Name Fixing Motor Right Deck Lifter Motor Left Deck Lifter Motor Right Deck Pickup Motor Cassette3/4 Pickup Motor Delivery Motor Reverse Motor Duplex Feed Right Motor Duplex Feed Left Motor Cassette3 Lifter Motor SL12...
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Technology > Pickup / Feed System > Overview > Paper path 2-131 ■ Paper path Feeding path Delivery Flapper Multi Tray Reverse Flapper Duplex Flapper [3],[4] Option Pickup Left Deck Pigkup Right Deck Pigkup Cassette 3 Pickup Cassette 4 Pickup F-2-166 1-side face-up delivery, duplex face-down delivery 1-side face-down delivery, duplex printing...
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Technology > Pickup / Feed System > Overview > Various types of control 2-133 ■ Various types of control Unit Contorol Basic Movement Fixing Assembly Secondary Transfer Unit Registration Unit Deck/Cassette detection Paper Size Detection Deck/cassette pickup unit Paper Level Detection Paper Detection Pickup Retry Control Pickup Retry Control...
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Technology > Pickup / Feed System > Deck/Cassette Pickup Unit > Basic Movement 2-134 Deck/Cassette Pickup Unit ● Cassette Cassette Feed ■ Basic Movement Roller Cassette Pickup When Deck/Cassette is installed, Motor drives to maintain the height which paper surface PS21 Roller /PS22...
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Technology > Pickup / Feed System > Deck/Cassette Pickup Unit > Deck/Cassette detection 2-135 ■ Deck/Cassette detection ● Cassette Cassette is detected by Paper Size Detection Switch. When all actuators of the Paper Size Whether Deck/Cassette is installed is detected Detection Switch (SW14/SW16) are not pressed, it is detected as no cassette installed ●...
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Technology > Pickup / Feed System > Deck/Cassette Pickup Unit > Paper Size Detection 2-136 ■ Paper Size Detection ● Cassette Paper size in cassette 3/4 is each detected by 2 paper size detection switches. ● Deck ON/OFF of 4-actuator in the Host Machine changes according to the Paper Size Detection Circular Plate/ Set in Service Mode.
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