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Brother Advanced Document Scanner SERVICE MANUAL MODEL: ADS-1500W/1600W Read this manual thoroughly before maintenance work. Keep this manual in a convenient place for quick and easy reference at all times. Jul., 2013 SM-PT062 Confidential...
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CONTENTS PRODUCT WARRANTY & LIABILITY............... v REGULATION ......................vii SAFETY INFORMATION................... ix CHAPTER 1 SPECIFICATIONS 1. SPECIFICATIONS LIST ....................... 1-1 General ..........................1-1 Network Connectivity ......................1-2 Service Information......................1-3 Consumable Parts ....................... 1-3 Paper ........................... 1-3 1.5.1 Paper handling ...................... 1-3 1.5.2 Media specifications ....................
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4.3.5 Document is not picked up and fed ..............2-17 4.3.6 Card is not picked up and fed................2-18 Troubleshooting for Software Problems ................2-19 4.4.1 Does not respond to operation from a computer ..........2-19 4.4.2 Cannot read data ....................2-19 Troubleshooting for Control Panel Problems..............
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8.12 Second side CIS unit ......................3-26 8.13 Separation pad ASSY......................3-27 8.14 Second side CIS flat cable....................3-28 8.15 Document scanning position sensor PCB / Document detection sensor PCB / Card scanning position sensor PCB .................. 3-29 8.16 Main motor......................... 3-31 8.17 Ejection roller cover ......................
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CHAPTER 5 SERVICE FUNCTIONS 1. MAINTENANCE MODE ........................ 5-1 How to Enter Maintenance Mode ..................5-1 1.1.1 Method of entering end-user accessible maintenance mode ........ 5-1 1.1.2 Method of entering maintenance mode for service personnel ......5-2 List of Maintenance Mode Functions ................... 5-3 Details of Maintenance Mode Functions................
European Community. The Declaration of Conformity (DoC) can be downloaded from Brother Solutions Center. Visit http://solutions.brother.com/ and: → select “Europe”...
Wireless LAN This product supports Wireless LAN. Radio interference This product complies with EN55022 (CISPR Publication 22)/Class B. When connecting the machine to a computer, ensure that you use a USB cable which does not exceed 2 m in length.
IMPORTANT • Brother cannot accept any financial or other responsibilities that may be the result of your use of this information, including direct, special or consequential damages. There are no warranties extended or granted by this document.
IMPORTANT • Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. • A specific shielded interface cable should be used to ensure compliance with the limits for a Class B digital device.
Italicized typeface emphasizes an important point or refers you to a related topic. (ADS-1500W Text in Courier New font identifies messages on the LCD of the machine. only) Courier New Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the machine. NOTE The illustrations in this guide show the ADS-1500W. Confidential...
• DO NOT use the unit or handle the cord if the cord has become worn or frayed. If unplugging the unit, DO NOT touch the damaged/frayed part. • Brother strongly recommends that you DO NOT use any type of extension cord. Confidential...
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AC adapter block. Failure to do so may result in injury to yourself or others, or damage to the machine or other property. Brother does not assume any responsibility for any damage resulting from using an AC adapter other than the one specified.
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DO NOT exceed the rated input or output of the AC adapter. DO NOT connect the supplied AC adapter to other products. This product was packaged in a plastic bag. To avoid suffocation, keep this plastic bag away from babies and children. Do not use the bag in cribs, beds, carriages or play pens.
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CAUTION DO NOT sit or stand on the unit or use it for any purpose beyond its intended purpose. Wait until pages have exited the machine before picking them out. Otherwise, you could cause injury to your fingers by trapping them in a roller. DO NOT put your hands on the edge of the machine.
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DO NOT carry the machine by holding the top cover. Doing this may cause the machine to slip out of your hands. Only carry the machine by placing your hands under the entire machine. Be careful of the projections on the machine. Otherwise, injury could result. If you do not intend to use the unit for an extended period of time, disconnect the AC adapter from the power outlet.
Legal limitations for copying Observe all copyright laws when using this product. Color reproductions of certain documents are illegal and may result in either criminal or civil liability. This memorandum is intended to be a guide rather than a complete listing of every possible prohibition.
CHAPTER 1 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS LIST General Model ADS-1500W/1600W Scanning Method Dual CIS Resolution From ADF (Optical) 600 x 600 dpi Resolution (Interpolated) Max 1200 x 1200 dpi Scanning One-sided 18 ppm@300 dpi Speed Monochrome One-sided 18 ppm@300 dpi Color Two-sided...
XP Home (SP3 or greater), ® ® XP Professional (SP3 or greater), Windows Vista (SP2 or greater) and Windows Specifications are subject to change without notice. Network Connectivity Model ADS-1500W/1600W Wired Network node network type Network type Network security Wireless...
Maximum monthly volume 10,000 sheets (A4/LTR) Specifications are subject to change without notice. Consumable Parts Part ADS-1500W/1600W Separation pad ASSY 10,000 sheets (A4/LTR) or 1 year (User replacement parts) Pick-up roller 50,000 sheets (A4/LTR) or 1 year (User replacement parts) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Windows XP in this Service Manual includes Windows XP Home Edition and Windows XP Professional. For the latest driver updates for the Mac OS X you are using, visit us at http://solutions.brother.com/. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Confidential...
CHAPTER 2 ERROR INDICATIONS & TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKS BEFORE COMMENCING TROUBLESHOOTING Check the following items before commencing repairs on the machine. Operating environment (1) The machine is placed on a flat, stable surface. (2) The machine is used in a clean environment where the temperature is between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F) and the relative humidity is maintained between 20% and 80%.
OVERVIEW Cross-section Drawing Card scanning position actuator Document scanning position actuator Separation pad ASSY Second side CIS unit Document detection actuator Pick-up roller Card detection actuator Ejection roller First side CIS unit Feed roller Fig.2-1 Paper Feeding Document feed path Card feed path Fig.2-2 Confidential...
Operation of Each Part Part name Operation Pick-up roller / Separation Separates documents set in the document tray into single pad ASSY sheets, and feeds them into the machine. Feed roller Feeds documents and cards. Ejection roller Ejects documents and cards. Document detection sensor Detects the document set in the document tray.
Block Diagram First side Second side Main motor Main PCB Motor driver driver driver DDR3 EEPROM 16 bit Wireless LAN PCB ASIC (Saffron) Power Front cover sensor AC adapter circuit Full Top cover sensor speed Flash ROM Card detection sensor PCB Panel unit Panel relay PCB USB flash memory drive...
Main Components Card scanning position sensor PCB Guide tray ASSY Separation pad ASSY Card R sensor holder Panel unit Top cover ASSY Upper document chute Document scanning position sensor PCB Document detection sensor PCB Second side Back cover CIS unit Card guide 2 Side cover L First side CIS unit...
ERROR INDICATIONS The machine is equipped with self-diagnostic function. If the machine does not work normally, it judges that an error has occurred. Then indicates the corresponding error message on the LCD to help service men to quickly find out the problem. Error Codes Refer Error codes...
Error Messages The error messages displayed on the LCD of the machine and their description are shown in the table below. Error Refer Error Message Description codes Cover is Open The front cover sensor detected an open front cover. Document Jam The document scanning position sensor detected document jam or card jam.
TROUBLESHOOTING Error Cause and Remedy Error code A2 Document jam The document scanning position sensor detected that the document length was over 90 cm (or 40 cm) during document scanning (long document: 90 cm, others: 40 cm). <User Check> •...
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Error code A4 Cover is open The front cover sensor detected an open front cover during document scanning. <User Check> • Close the front cover correctly. Step Cause Remedy Connection failure of the front Reconnect the front cover sensor harness. cover sensor harness Front cover actuator attachment Reattach the front cover actuator.
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Error code BD A black level not within the standard was scanned. Step Cause Remedy First side or second side CIS Replace the first side or second side CIS unit. unit failure Main PCB failure Replace the main PCB ASSY. ...
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Error code ED Unable to init. ED Touch panel initialization was failed. Step Cause Remedy Connection failure of the touch Check the connection of the touch panel panel harness harness, and reconnect it if necessary. Touch panel PCB failure Replace the panel unit.
Troubleshooting for Image Defects 4.2.1 Defect examples Light Faulty registration Dark or bluish white Completely Vertical streaks White vertical blank streaks Hue defect Expanded image Fig.2-5 4.2.2 Troubleshooting according to image defect Light <User Check> • Check that the contrast setting is not too light. •...
Faulty registration Step Cause Remedy Document scanning position Reattach the document scanning position actuator or card scanning position actuator or card scanning position actuator. actuator caught in sections of the machine Dark or bluish white <User Check> • Check that the contrast setting is not too dark. Step Cause Remedy...
Vertical streaks <User Check> • Clean the CIS glass. • Clean the document pressure bar. Step Cause Remedy First side or second side CIS unit Replace the first side or second side CIS failure unit. White vertical streaks <User Check>...
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Expanded image Step Cause Remedy CIS type not set Execute the CIS type setting. (Refer to "function code: 59".) The firmware is outdated. Install the latest version firmware. (Refer to "1.4" in Chapter First side or second side CIS unit Replace the first side or second side CIS failure unit.
Troubleshooting for Document / Card Feeding Problems 4.3.1 Multiple documents are fed <User Check> • Check that paper used for the document is not thinner than the standard. • Check that the document is not damp. • Check that the machine is not scanning a glossy paper used in magazines and others. Step Cause Remedy...
4.3.4 Card becomes jammed <User Check> • Check that the card guide is aligned with card size. Step Cause Remedy Card scanning position actuator Reattach the card scanning position caught in sections of the machine actuator. Connection failure of the card Reconnect the card scanning position scanning position sensor harness sensor harness.
4.3.6 Card is not picked up and fed <User Check> • Check that the card is set correctly. • Check that the card guide is adjusted well and the card is not stuck. Step Cause Remedy Card detection actuator caught in Reattach the card detection actuator.
Troubleshooting for Software Problems End users can solve problems related to software, for instance, scanning is not possible from a computer although scanning can be performed from the machine, as long as they follow the User Check items. If the problem still cannot be solved, follow each procedure according to the step number in the tables below.
Troubleshooting for Control Panel Problems 4.5.1 Nothing is displayed on the LCD <User Check> • Check that the AC adapter is connected correctly. Step Cause Remedy Connection failure of the panel Reconnect the panel PCB flat cable. PCB flat cable Connection failure of the panel Reconnect the panel relay PCB flat cable.
Troubleshooting for Network Problems 4.6.1 Cannot scan via network connection <User Check> • Check the relevant section in the Network Setting Guide. • Check the network connection. • Reset the network (Refer to the User's Guide). Step Cause Remedy Connection failure of the wireless Reconnect the wireless LAN PCB ASSY.
4.7.3 Cannot save data in USB flash memory drive <User Check> • Check that the USB flash memory drive is inserted into the USB host correctly. • Replace the USB flash memory drive and try saving data again. • Check that the USB flash memory drive is not write-protected. Step Cause Remedy...
SCREW CATALOGUE Screw pan (S/P washer) Taptite bind B Taptite bind B Screw pan (S/P washer) M3x8 M3x6 DA Taptite cup S Taptite cup S M3x5 Confidential...
SCREW TORQUE LIST Note: • For verifying the shape of each screw, refer to "2. SCREW CATALOGUE" in this chapter. Tightening Location of screw Screw type Q'ty torque N·m (kgf·cm) Bottom plate Taptite cup S M3x5 0.700.10 (71) Side cover L Taptite bind B M3x8 0.500.10 (51) Side cover R...
HARNESS ROUTING Main PCB ASSY Main PCB ASSY Hooks Hook First side CIS flat cable Panel relay PCB flat cable Card detection sensor Top cover sensor Second side CIS Flat cable insulation harness (WH, RD, BK) harness (WH, YW) flat cable film lower Front cover sensor harness (WH, BK) Panel FG harness (GN)
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Flat cable insulation film lower attachment Flat cable insulation film lower A Flat cable insulation film lower B Second side CIS flat cable Hook Hook Hook Hook Panel PCB flat cable / Panel PCB flat cable / Panel relay PCB flat cable Panel relay PCB flat cable Main PCB ASSY top side Main motor harness ASSY (RD) (Main PCB ASSY top side)
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Frame R Guide Top cover sensor harness (WH, YW) Front cover sensor harness (WH, BK) Top cover sensor Front cover sensor Frame L Main motor Ferrite core Second side CIS FG harness (BK) Main motor harness ASSY (RD) Panel FG harness (GN) Harness colors are subject to change for some reason.
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Flat cable on the left side at the bottom Core Panel relay PCB flat cable Panel PCB flat cable Second side CIS flat cable Cores Lower chute Front cover sensor harness (WH, BK) Top cover sensor harness (WH, YW) Main motor harness ASSY (RD) Card detection sensor harness (WH, RD, BK) Hook Core...
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Upper chute ASSY Panel relay PCB flat cable Panel PCB flat cable Document detection sensor harness (WH) Panel FG harness (GN) Document scanning position Second side CIS flat cable sensor harness (BK) Card scanning position sensor harness (YW) Second side CIS FG harness (BK) Harness colors are subject to change for some reason.
Operating Procedure (1) Create "BROTHER" folder in an USB flash memory drive to save backup on PC. (2) Connect the USB flash memory drive used in (1) to the machine at the initial state of maintenance mode. "USBMem Active" is displayed on the LCD.
8.1.2 Disconnecting cables Prior to proceeding with the disassembly procedure, (1) Disconnect the following: • AC adapter (If connected) • USB cable (if connected) • USB flash memory drive (If connected) AC adapter USB flash memory drive USB cable Fig.3-3 3-13 Confidential...
Bottom rubber (1) Turn the machine upside down. (2) Remove the two bottom rubbers from the side cover L. (3) Remove the two bottom rubbers from the side cover R. Bottom rubbers Side cover L Bottom rubbers Side cover R Fig.3-4 3-14 Confidential...
Side cover L (1) Remove the two taptite cup S M3x5 screws to remove the bottom plate from the machine. Taptite cup S M3x5 Bottom plate Fig.3-5 (2) Remove the taptite bind B M3x8 screw. Release the rib from the hook of the machine while lifting it, and remove the side cover L from the machine.
Side cover R (1) Remove the taptite bind B M3x8 screw. Release the rib from the hook of the machine while lifting it, and remove the side cover R from the machine. Taptite bind B M3x8 Side cover R Hook Fig.3-7 Front under cover (1) Remove the front under cover from the machine.
Back cover (1) Release the three hooks to remove the back cover from the machine. (2) Remove the card guide spring from the card guide 2. Remove the card guide 1 and 2 from the back cover. Hooks Back cover Card guide 2 Hook Card guide 1...
Top cover ASSY / Guide tray ASSY (1) Turn the machine upside down. Open the top cover ASSY and guide tray ASSY. (2) Remove the two guide tray shafts using a tweezer or equivalent tool, and remove the top cover ASSY and guide tray ASSY from the machine. Top cover ASSY and guide tray ASSY Guide tray shaft...
Main PCB ASSY (1) Turn the machine upside down. (2) Remove the harness protect film and two flat cable insulation film lowers from the machine. (3) Release the three locks of the connector to disconnect the panel relay PCB flat cable, second side CIS flat cable, and first side CIS flat cable from the main PCB ASSY.
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(4) Remove the taptite bind B M3x8 screw to remove the panel FG harness from the main PCB ASSY. (5) Remove the three taptite cup S M3x5 screws and taptite bind B M3x8 screw from the main PCB ASSY. (6) Push the gear hold plate earth wire aside and lift the main PCB ASSY. Disconnect the panel PCB flat cable from the main PCB ASSY by releasing the connector lock.
Wireless LAN PCB ASSY / Gasket / Wireless LAN PCB support (1) Remove the wireless LAN PCB protect film / wireless LAN PCB protect pad from the main PCB ASSY. (2) Disconnect the wireless LAN PCB ASSY from the main PCB ASSY. (3) Remove the gasket from the main PCB ASSY.
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Assembling Note: • Attach the wireless LAN PCB support as shown in the illustration below. Wireless LAN PCB support Wireless LAN PCB ASSY Fig.3-15 Assembling Note: • Attach the wireless LAN PCB protect film / wireless LAN PCB protect pad after attaching the wireless LAN PCB ASSY to the main PCB ASSY.
8.10 Front cover L (1) Lift the front cover L in the direction of arrow a to release it from the hook, and open it in the direction of arrow b to remove it from the machine. Hook Front cover L Fig.3-17 3-23 Confidential...
8.11 Panel unit (1) Remove the taptite cup S M3x5 screw to disconnect the second side CIS FG harness from the machine. (2) Press the lock lever R, open the panel unit and upper document chute. Bend the machine inward to remove the two bosses on the upper document chute, and remove the panel unit and upper document chute from the machine.
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(4) Release the three hooks A from the holes of the upper document chute. Release the four hooks on the left and right, slide the panel unit to diagonally backward to release the four hooks on the front, and remove the panel unit from the upper document chute. (5) Disconnect the document detection sensor harness, document scanning position sensor harness, and card scanning position sensor harness from the panel PCB.
8.12 Second side CIS unit (1) Turn over the upper document chute. (2) Release the two hooks and lift the second side CIS unit slightly. (3) Disconnect the second side CIS flat cable from the second side CIS unit, and remove the second side CIS unit from the upper document chute.
8.13 Separation pad ASSY (1) Slide the separation arm in the direction of the arrow. (2) Remove the separation pad ASSY from the upper document chute. Upper document chute Separation pad ASSY Separation arm Fig.3-21 Note: • When the separation pad ASSY has been replaced, refer to the operation manual and reset the separation pad counter.
8.14 Second side CIS flat cable (1) Turn over the upper document chute. (2) Remove the second side CIS flat cable from the upper document chute. Second side CIS flat cable Second side CIS flat cable Edge of the rib Upper document chute Marking Fig.3-22...
8.15 Document scanning position sensor PCB / Document detection sensor PCB / Card scanning position sensor PCB (1) Release the hook to remove the card scanning position sensor PCB from the card R sensor holder. Disconnect the card scanning position sensor harness from the card scanning position sensor PCB.
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Assembling Note: • Secure the document scanning position sensor harness, the document detection sensor harness, and the card scanning position sensor harness in the securing fixtures as shown in the illustration below. • Attach the document detection actuator earth plate as shown in the illustration below. Document detection sensor PCB Document detection sensor harness (WH) Card scanning position sensor harness (YW)
8.16 Main motor (1) Disconnect the connector of main motor harness ASSY from the main motor. (2) Remove the screw pan (S/P washer) M3x6 DA and the taptite bind B M3x8 screw to remove the main motor from the machine. Main motor harness ASSY Main motor Screw pan (S/P washer) M3x6 DA...
8.17 Ejection roller cover (1) Turn the machine upside down. (2) Release the three hooks on the ejection roller cover from the machine. (3) Remove the five tabs "A" on the ejection roller cover while lifting it with a screw driver or equivalent tools, and remove it from the machine.
8.18 First side CIS unit (1) Lift the first side CIS unit slightly, disconnect the first side CIS flat cable from the first side CIS unit, and remove the first side CIS unit from the machine. First side CIS unit First side CIS flat cable Fig.3-28 8.19 Pick-up roller cover ASSY...
8.20 Pick-up roller (1) Slide the pick-up roller in the direction of arrow a to align the cut surface of the roller shaft with the bushing, and in the direction of arrow b to remove it from the machine. Cut surface Pick-up roller Cut surface Bushing...
8.21 Cover switch ASSY (1) Remove the two taptite bind B M3x8 screws to remove the front cover sensor earth wire, gear hold plate earth wire, and gear hold plate from the machine. Note: • Be careful not to lose gears. (2) Release the top cover sensor harness and front cover sensor harness from the securing fixtures.
8.22 First side CIS flat cable (1) Turn the machine upside down. (2) Remove the taptite bind B M3x8 screw while peeling the PCB upper insulation film F, and remove the main motor earth plate from the machine. (3) Remove the taptite bind B M3x8 screw while peeling the PCB upper insulation film F, and remove the main PCB holder from the machine.
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Assembling Note: • Fold the first side CIS flat cable as shown in the illustration below. • Fold the first side CIS flat cable on the main PCB side at the position shown in the figure below. Mountain fold Valley fold 260 mm 33 mm 10 mm...
CHAPTER 4 ADJUSTING AND UPDATING SETTINGS AS REQUIRED AFTER PARTS REPLACEMENT IF YOU REPLACE THE MAIN PCB ASSY Be sure to backup the machine information to an USB flash memory drive prior to the service. Refer to "1.3.9 Backup machine information (function code: 46)" in Chapter <What to do after replacement>...
Checking Firmware Version Check whether the firmware installed on the main PCB is the C version or later. If it is the C version or later, there is no need to install the firmware. If it is not, be sure to install the firmware to the main PCB as described in "1.4 Installing Firmware"...
(2) Connect the machine to your computer using the USB cable. (3) Double-click the "Filedg32.exe" on the computer screen to start it. (4) Drag and drop the main firmware file (ex: lz00001_a.pjl) onto the Brother Maintenance USB Printer in the Filedg32 window.
Initializing the EEPROM of the Main PCB ASSY (function code: 01) (1) Press the [0], and then the [1] key in the initial state of maintenance mode. "PARAMETER INIT" is displayed on the LCD, and the EEPROM is initialized. The machine returns to the initial state of maintenance mode.
(4) Choose "ADS 2013 MODEL" in the left box of the BrUsbSn window. (5) In the [Port] field, select the port number assigned to the Brother Maintenance USB Printer. If the port number is unknown, follow the steps below to check it.
Acquiring White Level Data (function code: 55) (1) Press the [5] key twice in the initial state of maintenance mode. (2) "SCANNER AREA SET" is displayed on the LCD, and white level data is acquired. The machine returns to the initial state of maintenance mode. Adjusting Touch Panel (function code: 78) (1) Press the [7], and then the [8] key in the initial state of maintenance mode.
IF YOU REPLACE THE CIS UNIT <What to do after replacement> • Checking firmware version • CIS type setting • Installing firmware • Acquiring white level data (function code: 55) • Checking operation after repair Checking Firmware Version Check whether the firmware installed on the main PCB is the C version or later. If it is the C version or later, there is no need to install the firmware.
(2) Connect the machine to your computer using the USB cable. (3) Double-click the "Filedg32.exe" on the computer screen to start it. (4) Drag and drop the main firmware file (ex: lz00001_a.pjl) onto the Brother Maintenance USB Printer in the Filedg32 window.
Acquiring White Level Data (function code: 55) (1) Press the [5] key twice in the initial state of maintenance mode. (2) "SCANNER AREA SET" is displayed on the LCD, and white level data is acquired. The machine returns to the initial state of maintenance mode. Checking Operation after Repair Perform the steps below to check the machine's condition after repair or adjustment.
IF YOU REPLACE THE PANEL UNIT <What to do after replacement> • Adjusting touch panel (function code: 78) • Checking LCD operation (function code: 12) • Checking control panel operation (function code: 13) What you need to prepare (1) Touch panel stylus Adjusting Touch Panel (function code: 78) (1) Press the [7], and then the [8] key in the initial state of maintenance mode.
Checking Control Panel Operation (function code: 13) (1) Press the [1], and then the [3] key in the initial state of maintenance mode. "00" is displayed on the LCD. (2) Press the keys on the control panel according to the numbers provided on the figure in "1.3.5 Check control panel key operation (function code: 13)"...
IF YOU REPLACE THE PICK-UP ROLLER / SEPARATION PAD ASSY <What to do after replacement> • Resetting pick-up roller / separation pad counters Resetting Pick-up Roller / Separation Pad Counters (1) Press the key. (2) Press the [ ] or [ ] key to display "Machine Info.".
CHAPTER 5 SERVICE FUNCTIONS MAINTENANCE MODE Maintenance mode is exclusively designed for checking, setting, and adjusting the machine using the keys on the control panel. These maintenance mode allow you to execute sensor operation check, test printing, log information and error code display, or worker switch (WSW) setting. How to Enter Maintenance Mode 1.1.1 Method of entering end-user accessible maintenance mode Basically, the maintenance mode functions should only be accessed by service personnel.
1.1.2 Method of entering maintenance mode for service personnel <Operating Procedure> (1) While the machine is in the ready state, press and hold the key. The following display appears on the LCD. (2) Press and hold the fourth box with no display. The following display appears on the LCD. (3) Press the [*], [2], [8], [6], and [4] keys on the LCD in this order.
List of Maintenance Mode Functions Function code Function Refer to: Initialize EEPROM parameters Register white level/black level data for document scanning compensation ADF performance test Set worker switches (WSW) Check LCD operation Check control panel operation Save Net Config Print as text Install firmware from USB flash memory drive Check sensor operation 5-10...
Details of Maintenance Mode Functions 1.3.1 Initialize EEPROM parameters (function code: 01, 91) <Function> This function is used to initialize the setting values for operation parameters, user switches, and worker switches (WSW) registered in the EEPROM. Entering function code 01 initializes most EEPROM areas.
1.3.2 ADF performance test (function code: 08) <Function> This function is used to test the performance of the automatic document feeder (ADF). The scanned pages of the documents fed by the ADF are counted and the result is displayed on the LCD.
1.3.3 Set worker switches (WSW) (function code: 10) <Function> Worker switches shown in the table below can be used to set the function to satisfy various requirements. The switch settings can be changed using the keys on the control panel. Worker switches are factory set to conform with the laws and regulations of the country the machine is shipped to.
1.3.4 Check LCD operation (function code: 12) <Function> This function is used to check that the LCD on the control panel is operating normally. <Operating Procedure> (1) Press the [1], and then the [2] key in the initial state of maintenance mode. Displays shown in the table below appear on the LCD.
1.3.5 Check control panel key operation (function code: 13) <Function> This function is used to check that the keys on the control panel operate normally. <Operating Procedure> (1) Press the [1], and then the [3] key in the initial state of maintenance mode. "00" is displayed on the LCD.
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<Operating Procedure> (1) Turn on the computer and connect USB flash memory drive to the computer. (2) Create "BROTHER" (one-byte alphanumeric) folder at the top hierarchy in the USB flash memory drive and copy firmware files with extension ".pjl" into it.
1.3.8 Check sensor operation (function code: 32) <Function> This function is used to check that sensors are operating normally. <Operating Procedure> (1) Press the [3], and then the [2] key in the initial state of maintenance mode. The sensor operating conditions defined in the table below are applied, and "DFDRCFCRACTC" is displayed on the LCD.
USB flash memory drive beforehand. <Operating Procedure> Backup (1) Create "BROTHER" folder in an USB flash memory drive to save backup on PC. (2) Connect the USB flash memory drive used in (1) to the machine at the initial state of maintenance mode.
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The USB flash memory drive is being used for other operation. Insert Card The USB flash memory drive is not connected. No file Invalid file name. "BROTHER" folder cannot be found. Card Error USB flash memory drive error. Machine ID Error Serial numbers differs between the machine and backup data (detectable only on restoration).
1.3.10 Fine-tune scanning position (function code: 54) <Function> This function is used to adjust the scanning start/end positions. <Operating Procedure> (1) Press the [5], and then the [4] key in the initial state of maintenance mode. "0:FRONT 1:BACK" is displayed on the LCD. (2) Press the [0] key to adjust left and right margin.
1.3.11 Acquire white level data and set CIS scan area (function code: 55) <Function> This function is used to obtain the white/black level of the CIS unit, and store this data and the scan area in the EEPROM of the main PCB. <Operating Procedure>...
0103 Spain 0103 Italy 0103 Israel 0103 Portugal 0103 China 0120 Vietnam 0140 Turkey 0103 The above information is as of July 2013. Please confirm the latest firmware information which is available from your local Brother Customer Service. 5-15 Confidential...
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0103 Finland 0103 Iceland 0103 Lithuania 0103 Malaysia 0140 Ireland 0104 Philippines 0140 Latvia 0103 The above information is as of July 2013. Please confirm the latest firmware information which is available from your local Brother Customer Service. 5-16 Confidential...
"USBMem Active" is displayed on the LCD. (2) Press the [7] key twice in the initial state of maintenance mode. "ADS-1500W *********" is displayed on the LCD and the machine saves the log information to the USB flash memory drive as CSV file.
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Description 1: Result of RTC check result YYYY/MM/DD HH:MM result 2: RTC backup check result 3: Model code 4: Country code 5: WSW, PSW, USW, FSW checksum 6: Main firmware: version, ROM creation time, checksum, ROM1 checksum 7: Boot section: ROM creation time, checksum 8: Serial number 9: First side CIS type 10: Second side CIS type...
• This adjustment requires a touch panel stylus with a thin tip. A commercially available stylus designed for electronic dictionaries or personal digital assistance (PDA) can be used. If one is not available at hand, order a "STYLUS" from Brother's parts list. <Operating Procedure>...
1.3.16 Display machine log information (function code: 80) <Function> This function is used to display the log information on the LCD. <Operating Procedure> (1) Press the [8], and then the [0] key in the initial state of maintenance mode. "00:00 22:36 OK" is displayed on the LCD. (2) Pressing the [▼] key displays the next item.
<Entry method of alphanumeric characters> See the table below and press the corresponding key until the desired character is displayed. Keypad Assigned characters 2 A B C 3 D E F 4 G H I 5 J K L 6 ...
APPENDIX 1 SERIAL NUMBERING SYSTEM Serial number label (1 location) <How to Read> Serial number Product identification Serial number (6-digit) code Manufacturing factory No. Year of manufacture 3: 2013 4: 2014 Month of manufacture A : January E : May J : September B : February F : June...
APPENDIX 2 DELETING USER SETTING INFORMATION Initializes setting values registered in EEPROM including operation parameter and user switch. <Operation Procedure> (1) Press the key. (2) Press the [ ] or [ ] key to display "Initial Setup" on the LCD, and press the [Initial Setup] box.
• Once this installation procedure is carried out for a PC, no more driver/software installation will be required for that PC to identify machines. If the Brother Maintenance USB Printer driver has been already installed to your PC according to this procedure, skip this section.
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(7) Select "Install the software automatically (Recommended)" and click [Next]. (8) Alert warning message of WHQL appears. Click [Continue Anyway] to proceed. App. 3-2 Confidential...
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(9) Repeat steps (6) to (8) three times. Installation is completed. (10) If the Brother Maintenance USB Printer driver is successfully installed, the following message screen appears. Click [Finish] to return. App. 3-3 Confidential...
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NOTE: In order to check whether the printer driver is successfully installed, click [Start], [Settings], [Printers] to select the Printers window. Then, check that the Brother Maintenance USB Printer icon is shown. App. 3-4 Confidential...
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Disconnect the USB cable that connects the machine with your PC. (2) Turn on your PC. (3) Click Setup.exe inside the Brother Maintenance USB Printer folder that was saved in a temporary folder. The following screen appears. Click the [Next] button.
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(4) Wait for the following screen to appear and click [Finish]. (5) Plug the power cord of the machine into an electrical outlet. (6) Switch the machine to the maintenance mode. (Refer to Chapter (7) Connect the machine to your PC using a USB cable. Windows Vista/Windows 7 The following window is displayed during installation.
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Windows 8 Open "Device Manager" from [Settings] [Control Panel]. Select "Update Driver Software" from the pull-down menu of "Brother BHL2- Maintenance" in "Other devices". When the following screen appears, click "Search automatically for updated driver software". Select "Brother Maintenance USB Printer" and click [Next].
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When the following screen appears, click [Close] to close the screen. App. 3-8 Confidential...
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