Sharp AR-BC260 Service Manual
Sharp AR-BC260 Service Manual

Sharp AR-BC260 Service Manual

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[1] OUTLINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
[2] CONFIGURATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
[3] SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
[4] CONSUMABLE PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
[5] UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
[6] EXTERNAL VIEW AND INTERNAL STRUCTURE . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
[7] DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
[8] SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
[9] SIMULATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
[10] MAINTENANCE LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
[11] TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
[12] ROM VERSION UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1
[13] ELECTRIC DIAGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1
[14] PRINTER CONTROLLER SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1
[15] OTHERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-1
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SERVICE MANUAL
DIGITAL FULL COLOR
MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM
MODEL
CONTENTS
SHARP CORPORATION
CODE: 00ZARBC260A1E
AR-BC260
This document has been published to be used
for after sales service only.
The contents are subject to change without notice.

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    CODE: 00ZARBC260A1E DIGITAL FULL COLOR MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM AR-BC260 MODEL CONTENTS [1] OUTLINE ..........1-1 [2] CONFIGURATION .
  • Page 2 CONTENTS [1] OUTLINE 11. Specifications setup......5-7 1. Product features ......1-1 12.
  • Page 3: Outline

    [ADJ 8] Sub scanning direction copy magnification 5. List ........11-2 ratio adjustment .
  • Page 4: Outline

    • Development of a new wax-free toner • The wax-free fusing system provides a simplified structure and improved paper feed capability. • Notes and remarks can be put on a copy image similar to normal page. AR-BC260 OUTLINE 1 - 1...
  • Page 5: Configuration

    (1-stage paper feed desk) (AR-RB1).) AR-F13/Saddle finisher AR-PN1A, AR-PN1B, AR-PN1C, AR-PN1D/ AR-LC8/Large capacity tray (Requires Duplex bypass/Inverter unit Punch unit (Requires AR-D19N.) (AR-RB1).) (for saddle stitch finisher (AR-F13)) AR-U11M, AR-U15M/Sharpdesk license kit AR-PK4/PS3 expansion kit AR-FX10/Facsimile expansion kit AR-BC260 CONFIGURATION 2 - 1...
  • Page 6: C. Machine Configuration List

    ❍ Printer controller board (Base memory: 128 MB) ❍ ❍ Soft NIC ICU memory 256MB Fax-Box ❍ JOB SHIFTER ❍ LCC connection module ❍ RSPF Dehumidifier (Engine) For service kit ❍ Network scanner expansion kit AR-BC260 CONFIGURATION 2 - 2...
  • Page 7: D. Combination Of Options List

    256MB, PC100 OR PC133, 168 PIN MXAR2371128 128MB, PC100 OR PC133, 168 PIN MXARSM5 256MB, PC100 OR PC133, 168 PIN RAM components MIMD1289A63N1621E16E 128MB, 168 PIN PC133 MIMD1289A63N3221H16E 256MB, 168 PIN PC133 IO DATA LP-S100-128M LP-S100-256M AR-BC260 CONFIGURATION 2 - 3...
  • Page 8: Block Diagram

    (Option) (Option) Paper feed tray section 1 bypass/ Inverter Paper Duplex section (Option) unit transport (Option) section Paper feed tray section 1 (Option) Paper feed tray section 2 (Option) Paper feed tray section 3 (Option) AR-BC260 CONFIGURATION 2 - 4...
  • Page 9: Specifications

    ∗1: Dither matrix allows printing in 1-pixel, 256-gradation (8bit). Fusing system Pressure roller fusing system ∗2: For 4bit mode, an expansion memory of 128MB or more is Fusing unit life 2 years or 100K required in the printer controller. AR-BC260 SPECIFICATIONS 3 - 1...
  • Page 10: B. Paper Feed Unit

    ∗ Detection of 8.5" x 14" can be changed to detection of 8.5" x 13" (With manual feed tray/paper exit tray (53.1 x 26.6 inch) (216 mm x 330 mm) by the diag setting. extended) AR-BC260 SPECIFICATIONS 3 - 2...
  • Page 11: C. Paper Exit Unit

    11", 8.5" x 11"R, 5.5" x 8.5" printed paper, perforated paper, color paper, letterhead <AB-1: Default> series A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, B5R, A5 <AB-2> A3, 8.5" x 13" (216 x 330), A4, A4R, B5, B5R, A5 Manual doc size selection AR-BC260 SPECIFICATIONS 3 - 3...
  • Page 12: Functional Specifications

    General copy condition: Original size = A4 or (8.5" x 11"), Output to side tray by E-sort mode, Transfer belt position = B/W position, Paper feeding from Tray 1, Not using APS, using RSPF, copy ratio: 100% AR-BC260 SPECIFICATIONS 3 - 4...
  • Page 13 Brightness adjustment Contrast adjustment Sharpness adjustment Mirror image Single color 6 colors (R, G, B, C, M, Enlargement continuous Yes (OC only) copy Background erase A3 wide copy Yes (OC only) Auto color calibration Auto registration AR-BC260 SPECIFICATIONS 3 - 5...
  • Page 14: B. Scanner Functon

    Engine operates according to the setting made, such as: LED Scan data are sent to the desktop user. (Sharpdesk and the net- of the color start key is turned on or LED of mono start key is work scanner tool are required.) turned on. AR-BC260 SPECIFICATIONS 3 - 6...
  • Page 15 AB series: mm setting, inch series: inch setting Document type/ Image Text quality type Text/Printed Photo Text/Photograph Printed Photo ∗ Photograph ∗ ∗: Only in manual density adjustment Map ∗ (The default: Text mode / Automatic) AR-BC260 SPECIFICATIONS 3 - 7...
  • Page 16 ✕ ✕ Color Normal 300dpi or less 600dpi or less mode ❍ ✕ ✕ (Option) Monochrome 600dpi or less ∗: Expansion memory must be installed to both of the Copier ICU and the Printer board. AR-BC260 SPECIFICATIONS 3 - 8...
  • Page 17: C. Reversing Single Pass Feeder

    From main unit (26.4 W) Dimensions (W x D x H) 583 x 435 x 133 mm Weight Approx. 5.4 kg –5˚ ˚ Temperature D. Standard temperature and humidity Temperature 20 to 25°C (68 to 77°F) Humidity 65 ±5% AR-BC260 SPECIFICATIONS 3 - 9...
  • Page 18: Consumable Parts

    Fusing unit for servicing AR-C26FU1 (120V heater lamp) (including upper/lower heater lamps) AR-C26FU2 (100V heater lamp) Transfer belt unit AR-C26TU Transfer unit for servicing 100K *1 *1: Replace at 100K or within 2 years AR-BC260 CONSUMABLE PARTS 4 - 1...
  • Page 19: Photoconductor Cartridge, Toner Cartridge

    Alphabet Production site code Figure Serial number (5 digits) Figure Production year, month, day (6 digits) Alphabet Version No. (A ~ sequentially revised) The term of validity: 24 months from the production day (month). AR-BC260 CONSUMABLE PARTS 4 - 2...
  • Page 20: Unpacking And Installation

    (An electrical work is required.) Use of a step-up transformer is also available. In this case, the capacity must be great enough for the max. power consumption of the machine. 15˚C 30˚C 35˚C Temperature AR-BC260 UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION 5 - 1...
  • Page 21: Transit And Delivery

    Copy quality may be adversely affected and a trouble may be caused. (5) Vibration Avoid installation near a machine which produces vibrations. If vibrations are applied to the copier machine, copy images may be deflected and a trouble may be caused. AR-BC260 UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION 5 - 2...
  • Page 22: Lock Release

    1) Pull out the main body cassette. 2) Remove the rotation plate fixing pad and remove the caution label. C. Transfer unit pressure release 1) Pull the knob and open the left door. AR-BC260 UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION 5 - 3...
  • Page 23: Fusing Heat Roller Pressing (F/R)

    5) Remove the transfer belt protect sheet. Note: If the machine is left for one month or more, the heat roller rubber may be deformed. In such a case, therefore, release the pressure. AR-BC260 UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION 5 - 4...
  • Page 24: Black Drum Cartridge Insertion

    7. Paper exit tray installation (Optional) 1) Install the paper exit tray to the left door. Note: Be sure to install the color cartridges to their proper posi- tions. Avoid instillation to a different color position. AR-BC260 UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION 5 - 5...
  • Page 25: Ac Cord Connection

    5) Insert the cartridge securely until it locks. 10. Machine power ON 1) Turn on the power switch on the left side of the machine. 6) Return the cartridge lever to the original position. 7) Close the front cover. AR-BC260 UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION 5 - 6...
  • Page 26: Specifications Setup

    • Desk unit 2) Remove the following consumable parts from the machine. • Paper • Toner cartridge • Photoconductor cartridge 3) Lock the following sections. • Scanner (Optical section) • Paper cassette lift plate AR-BC260 UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION 5 - 7...
  • Page 27: External View And Internal Structure

    Paper tray Each tray can hold approximately 500 sheets of the recommended paper for color (80 g/m or 21 lbs.), or approximately 550 sheets of SHARP standard paper (64 or 21 lbs.). Left side cover release Push this release up to open the left side cover.
  • Page 28: B. Internal Structure

    Right side cover Open when a misfeed has occurred in the paper feed area. Right cover of paper drawer Open this cover to remove paper misfed in the paper drawer. AR-BC260 EXTERNAL VIEW AND INTERNAL STRUCTURE 6 - 2...
  • Page 29: C. Operation Panel

    This is used to make full-color or single-color copies and to scan a color original when the network scanner function is used. *1: When the network scanner option is installed. *2: When the fax option is installed. AR-BC260 EXTERNAL VIEW AND INTERNAL STRUCTURE 6 - 3...
  • Page 30 The key is only effective for computer print jobs and only appears in the job status screen of the printer mode. It is used to display detailed information of a selected print job and to change the paper size for the print job. AR-BC260 EXTERNAL VIEW AND INTERNAL STRUCTURE 6 - 4...
  • Page 31: E. Cross Section

    Transfer roller (C) Applies the transfer voltage to the transfer belt. Transfer roller (M) Applies the transfer voltage to the transfer belt. Transfer roller (Y) Applies the transfer voltage to the transfer belt. AR-BC260 EXTERNAL VIEW AND INTERNAL STRUCTURE 6 - 5...
  • Page 32 Opens/closes the document reverse path. Paper exit gate Switches the discharged paper path to the intermediate tray or to the paper exit tray. Intermediate tray Receives paper in document reverse operation. AR-BC260 EXTERNAL VIEW AND INTERNAL STRUCTURE 6 - 6...
  • Page 33: F. Motors, Clutches, Solenoids, Fans

    Controls ON/OFF of the paper feed roller. CPFC1 Electromagnetic clutch No. 1 cassette lift-up motor Drives the lift plate. LUM1 Synchronous motor Belt lift-up motor Lifts the transfer belt unit. BLUM Stepping motor AR-BC260 EXTERNAL VIEW AND INTERNAL STRUCTURE 6 - 7...
  • Page 34: G. Sensors, Switches And Heaters

    Toner empty sensor (K) Detects toner empty (K). TES_K Photo sensor (Photo transmission) No. 1 paper transport sensor Detects paper in front of the resist roller. PPD1 Photo sensor (Photo transmission) AR-BC260 EXTERNAL VIEW AND INTERNAL STRUCTURE 6 - 8...
  • Page 35 Detects the document length on the tray. Photo sensor (Photo transmission) Book sensor Detects floating of the RSPF. COVER OPEN Photo sensor (Photo transmission) Paper exit sensor Detects presence of a document. Photo sensor (Photo transmission) AR-BC260 EXTERNAL VIEW AND INTERNAL STRUCTURE 6 - 9...
  • Page 36 PWB which has the program to boot the printer controller Flash PWB (ICU) Includes the program to drive the ICU PWB. ICU PWB Performs image process and controls LED. Interface PWB Signal interface AR-BC260 EXTERNAL VIEW AND INTERNAL STRUCTURE 6 - 10...
  • Page 37 DC power PWB Outputs the voltage on the secondary side, and controls the heater lamp. High voltage MC PWB Produces a high voltage for the main charger and the developing bias voltage. AR-BC260 EXTERNAL VIEW AND INTERNAL STRUCTURE 6 - 11...
  • Page 38: Descriptions Of Each Section

    3 HL2N FUSM_B\ DSWL FUSM_A\ CN12(34pin) FUSM_B FUSM FUSM_A DSWL HLTS1 Fusing unit THSU HL drive circuit POD1 DC power PWB CN3-3 Fusing drive connection gear N2 CN3-1 THSD THSD HLTS2 HLTS2 AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 1...
  • Page 39 3) An even pressure is applied to an uneven surface of multi- At that time, color toner of YMCK is mixed to reproduce nearly layer toner. actual colors of document images. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 2...
  • Page 40: B. Disassembly/Assembly/Maintenance

    11 Paper exit roller ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ 12 Discharge brush ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ – Fusing unit Replace the unit at 100K or within 2 years. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 3...
  • Page 41 2) Remove the screw, and remove the fusing front cover (A). 3) Remove the screw, and remove the fusing front PG (B). 4) Remove the connector, the screw, and the lamp holder (C), and remove the lower heater lamp (D). AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 4...
  • Page 42 ∗ When assembling, put the flanges of the upper bearings outside of the frames F and R. Frame R Frame F Note: Refer to the adjustment (ADJ13) when installing the paper guide. Frame R Frame F AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 5...
  • Page 43 4) Lift the separation pawl and shift it to the right and lift it from the heat roller. 5) Remove the POD1 connector. 6) Remove the screw, and slide and remove the lower separation pawl mounting plate. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 6...
  • Page 44: Transfer Section

    GND2 Process control BTNF shutter CALS Lift-up cam HV (TC) PWB +24V BLUD (NC) BLUD GND2 (6pin) CN1 (10pin) BLUM B/ BLUM A/ BLUM BLUM B HVREM (5pin) BLUM A +24V +24V AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 7...
  • Page 45 THV (K, C, M, Y) Each color transfer high voltage RW: Abbreviation of Related Wiring, which means the said load is specified in the related figure of the mechanical and the electrical sec- tions. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 8...
  • Page 46 Drive to paadle by blum Waste toner full detection → 1000 copies → without 24g reset AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 9...
  • Page 47: B. Disassembly/Assembly/Maintenance

    ✕ Waste toner tank unit When waste toner full is detected. ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ Transfer belt unit Replace the unit at 100K or within 2 years. TX belt clean blade seals. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 10...
  • Page 48 2) Remove the screw, and remove the belt cover gear. 5) Remove the connector and the screws, and remove the pro- cess control sensor. 3) Remove the connector, the screw, and the motor. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 11...
  • Page 49 3) Remove the waste toner tank unit. Note for installation: When installing the transfer belt, be sure to place the lot number section marked inside the transfer belt on the front side. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 12...
  • Page 50 4) Press the cleaning lever in the arrow direction A, extend the pawl in the arrow direction B, and pull up the cleaning lever in the arrow direction C. 5) Remove the transfer belt cleaning roller. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 13...
  • Page 51 4) Remove the terminals. 4) Lift the transfer lift-up unit in the arrow direction B with section A as the fulcrum, and remove it. 5) Remove the transfer discharge sheets. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 14...
  • Page 52: Process (Image Forming) Section

    Discharge lens TES_ +24V DMA/ Y,M,C,K Y, M, C, K Rear frame DV CRUM Drum cartridge Y, M, C, K Developing roller Y, M, C, K Toner cartridge Y, M, C, K AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 15...
  • Page 53 PCU, and the motors color are driven by the ative position and differs in the operating timing. drive signals sent from the PCU through the driver PWB. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 16...
  • Page 54 Electric charges remain in the areas where LED light is not radiated onto the OPC drum. As a result, electrostatic latent images are formed on the OPC drum surface. Charges are disposed in direct proportion to the amount of light received. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 17...
  • Page 55 LED exposure. On the other hand, in the areas on the OPC drum where exposure was not made, the positive potential is higher than the developing bias voltage, repelling toner. OPC drum AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 18...
  • Page 56: B. Disassembly/Assembly/Maintenance

    ❍ ❍ LED lens Note: When replacing the OPC drum, execute SIM 25-1 for 2 minutes. (This simulation is executed in order to avoid generation of stripes on a half-tone print image.) AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 19...
  • Page 57 If the fixing screw is released before opening the left cabi- net, the lock cannot be released. In that case, push the drum unit to the rear frame side and release the lock, and remove the drum unit. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 20...
  • Page 58 6) Remove the screen grid. 7) Remove the LED unit. 8) Remove the connector cover and the harness. 7) Disengage the pawl, and remove the MC cleaner. i. LED lens cleaning AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 21...
  • Page 59: Optical Section (Scanner Section)

    7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1 2 3 4 CN16 (28pin) CN16 (28pin) ICU PWB PCU PWB CN8 (5pin) CN11 (16pin) CN13 (30pin) CN14 (4pin) CN12 (24pin) CN13 (24pin) MFP PWB CN10 (14pin) CN10 (14pin) AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 22...
  • Page 60 SM A, A’, R, B’ MHPS MHPS Scanner home position detect jam RW: Abbreviation of Related Wiring, which means the said load is specified in the related figure of the mechanical and the electrical sec- tions. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 23...
  • Page 61: Ccd Pwb

    Zooming in the sub scanning direction is performed by changing the scanning speed in the sub scanning direction. Zooming in the main scanning direction is not performed optically but by the image process technology (software). AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 24...
  • Page 62: B. Disassembly/Assembly/Maintenance

    1) Open the upper cabinet rear cover. 2) Remove the connector and the screw, and remove the scan- ner control PWB unit. Remove the screw and remove the scanner control PWB (A). AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 25...
  • Page 63 3) Remove the screws, and remove the scanner motor unit. 2) Rotate the lamp unit and lift it, and remove the harness holder and the harness. Remove the lamp unit. 4) Remove the screws, and remove the scanner motor. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 26...
  • Page 64: Sections

    Paper with images transferred on it in the transfer section is D18) or the 2-stage duplex paper feed cassette module (AR-D19) passed to the fusing section, and discharged to the face-up tray or can be installed. the face-down tray. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 27...
  • Page 65 (2) Electrical section and mechanical section a. Cassette paper feed, paper transport, and paper exit sections AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 28...
  • Page 66 Drives the paper feed section and the manual paper feed unit. RW: Abbreviation of Related Wiring, which means the said load is specified in the related figure of the mechanical and the electrical sec- tions. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 29...
  • Page 67 Paper feed clutch CPFCx Controls ON/OFF of the paper feed roller. Paper feed roller — Feeds paper to the paper transport section. Separation roller — Separates paper to prevent against double feed. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 30...
  • Page 68 The paper lift plate lifts paper to control the upper limit position of paper so that the pressure between the top paper and the pickups roller remains constant. Lifting is performed by the lift motor and the lift gear. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 31...
  • Page 69 Paper stopper The paper transport clutch controls ON/OFF of each transport Pickup roller roller. Paper feed roller Paper feed motor Transport roller Paper transport roller Separation roller Paper feed clutch Paper transport roller AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 32...
  • Page 70: B. Disassembly/Assembly/Maintenance

    ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ Torque limiter ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ Transport Transport rollers ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ section Transport paper guide AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 33...
  • Page 71 Note: Do not remove the transfer belt unit. 2) Remove the developing unit. <2> Paper feed roller, torque limiter 1) Remove the cassette. 2) Disengage the pawl, and remove the paper feed roller. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 34...
  • Page 72 1) Remove the harness and the screw, and remove the paper feed drive unit. 2) Open the maintenance cover (A) from the bottom of the multi paper feed unit. Disengage the pawl and remove the paper feed separation roller (B). AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 35...
  • Page 73 1) Remove the bottom lid (A), remove the connector and the 4) Remove the screw, and remove (A) and the manual upper unit screw, and remove the cover (B). (B). ∗ When assembling, fit the cover projection with the spring. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 36...
  • Page 74 6) Open the vertical transport guide. Remove the screw and remove the vertical transport guide unit. 5) Remove the E-ring and parts, and remove the transport roll- 7) Remove the screw, and remove the vertical transport lower ers. unit. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 37...
  • Page 75 2) Remove the screw and the spring. Release the lock. Remove 4) Remove the parts and remove the lower resist roller. the belt and remove the PS unit. ∗ When assembling, attach from the left with avoiding the plate in section A. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 38...
  • Page 76 2) Remove the paper exit unit. 3) Remove the E-ring, the bearing, and the gear. Remove the FD paper exit roller B. 4) Remove the connector and the screw, and remove the motor (A). AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 39...
  • Page 77 2) Remove the power PWB unit. 3) Remove the connector and the screw, and remove the lift-up unit. 4) Remove the E-ring and the bearing, and remove the FD paper exit roller A. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 40...
  • Page 78: Rspf Section

    Discharges paper to the Document width sensor Detects the document width. intermediate tray in document (W1, W2, W3) reverse operation. Pickup roller Picks up a document. Paper feed roller Feeds and transports a document. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 41...
  • Page 79 26) The paper exit gate moves up. ↓ 27) The document is passed to the paper exit tray. ↓ 28) Next document → (YES) → Returns to 4). ↓ (NO) 29) RSPF motor OFF AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 42...
  • Page 80: B. Disassembly/Assembly/Maintenance

    Note: Disengage the pawl in the arrow direction. [Paper feed unit section] a. Paper feed unit Note: When installing, note that the grounding wire of the RSPF unit and that of the document detection unit are tightened together. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 43...
  • Page 81 Note: Remove section A of the pickup solenoid from the groove in the solenoid arm. c. Document feed section cover f. Clutch gear assembly parts d. Sensor PWB 2.5 – 4.0 from the lead edge of the pawl AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 44...
  • Page 82 Note: When setting the pickup roller assembly 4, check to insure that the rib A is on the rib of the solenoid arm. [Document tray section] a. Document tray h. Pickup roller, paper feed roller AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 45...
  • Page 83 Lack cover b. Drive frame unit c. Document length detection SW c. Drive frame assembly and drive belt [Drive frame section] a. Book sensor AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 46...
  • Page 84 [Transport section] a. Clutch Note: When assembling, check to insure that the rib is in the groove A of the clutch and that it is fixed with the E-ring. d. Transport roller AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 47...
  • Page 85 Note: When assembling, check to insure that the hook of the paper exit gate is set in the concave section of the solenoid. When assembling, check to insure that the D-cut surface of the bearing faces downward. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 48...
  • Page 86: Operation Panel

    OCSW Timing switch for detecting the document size RW: Abbreviation of Related Wiring, which means the said load is specified in the related figure of the mechanical and the electrical sec- tions. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 49...
  • Page 87: B. Disassembly/Assembly/Maintenance

    1) Remove the FD connection cabinet, the front cabinet upper, the FD paper exit port cabinet, and the operation panel plate. 2) Remove the connector and the screw, and remove the ORS light receiving PWB. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 50...
  • Page 88: External Fitting

    (3) Cabinet disassembly 3 5) Lift the cabinet, and slide and remove the front right cabinet (A) upward. 1) Remove the screw, and slide the paper exit tray cabinet right to the right to remove. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 51...
  • Page 89 5) Remove the screws, and slide and remove the right lower cab- inet (B) upward. (10) Cabinet disassembly 10 1) Remove the screw, and remove the upper cabinet rear cover. Remove the connector and the screw, and remove the upper cabinet rear unit. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 52...
  • Page 90: Others

    Sub ozone filter ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ Drive section Gears ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ Belts ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ Others Sensors AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 53...
  • Page 91 <4> FLASH PWB 1) Release lock, and remove the FLASH PWB. <2> Network PWB <5> Fan 1) Remove the screws, and remove the network PWB. 1) Remove the connector, and remove the fan. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 54...
  • Page 92 PCU PWB unit. 2) Remove the screw and the harness, and remove the driver 3) Remove the connector and the screw, and remove the high PWB unit. voltage MC power PWB. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 55...
  • Page 93 TC power PWB. <7> ICU PWB 1) Remove the paper exit tray cabinet right. 2) Remove the screw, and remove the box cover. Remove the screw, and remove the ICU PWB. AR-BC260 DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SECTION 7 - 56...
  • Page 94: Setting And Adjustments

    ∗1: By executing the collective adjustment of image position and magnification ratio (ADJ21) (Automatic void adjustment SIM50-28), the adjustments of SIM50-10, 48-1, 50-12, and 50-1 can be simply and automatically performed at once. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 1...
  • Page 95: Adj 1] High Voltage Adjustment

    CNMONK are properly assigned to the connector pin numbers of the high voltage adjustment harness. 7) Apply a digital multi-meter to the connector pins of the high voltage adjustment harness corresponding to the output mode to be adjusted. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 2...
  • Page 96 5) Select the output mode to be adjusted with the color key and the scroll key. 6) Check that the pin numbers of the connectors CNMON and CNMONK are properly assigned to the connector pin numbers of the high voltage adjustment harness. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 3...
  • Page 97: Adj 2] Image Density Sensor Adjustment

    • ADJ 2A Color image density sensor adjustment (adjustment by • When the EEPROM on the PCU PWB is repalced. the adjustment jig) (SIM44-13) • ADJ 2B Black image density sensor adjustment (SIM44-2) AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 4...
  • Page 98 The adjustment is performed automatically. When the adjust- min. detection level ment is completed, the adjustment result is displayed and the (Black image sensor) the [EXECUTE] key display returns to the original state. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 5...
  • Page 99: Led (Writing) Unit)

    3) Set the items A, B and C according to the table below. Parameter Set value PRINT PATTERN DENSITY POSITION 4) Select the A4 (11 x 8 1/2) paper feed tray. 5) Press the [EXECUTE] key. The focus adjustment pattern is printed. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 6...
  • Page 100 SIM 61-4 adjust. 8) Select the A4 (11 x 8.5) size paper feed tray. 9) Press the [EXECUTE] key. The print engine image skew adjustment pattern is printed. (One page) AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 7...
  • Page 101: Adj 4] Image Registration Adjustment

    • When color image mis-resist is generated in the sub scanning direction. 5) Press the [EXECUTE] key. • When installation or the installing place is changed. The image registration adjustment pattern is printed. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 8...
  • Page 102 (If the fine adjustment print pattern is in the range of 0 ± 2 for the scale of the fine adjustment reference pattern, there is no need to adjust.) If the adjustment is not completed with a satisfactory result, try the manual adjustment. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 9...
  • Page 103 (If the fine adjustment print pattern is in the range of 0 ± 2 for the scale of the fine adjustment reference pattern, there is no need to adjust.) If the above condition is not satisfied, change the adjustment value and tray again. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 10...
  • Page 104 2) When Y ≥ 0, and X < 0: -1 -2 -3 -4 -5 -6 -7 -8 -9 B = A + (X + 20) + Y = 48 + (–6 + 20) + (20) = 82 AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 11...
  • Page 105 3) When Y < 0, and X ≥ 0: B = A + (X – 20) + Y 4) When Y < 0, and X < 0: B = A + X + Y AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 12...
  • Page 106 4) When Y < 0, and X < 0: -1 -2 -3 -4 -5 -6 -7 -8 -9 B = A + X + Y = 48 + (–5) + (–20) = 23 AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 13...
  • Page 107 0.125mm. is satisfied. Repeat procedures 3) – 5) until the condition of procedure 4) If the above procedure does not satisfy the condition of 4), is satisfied. perform the following procedure. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 14...
  • Page 108: Adj 6] Copy Image Distortion Adjustment

    At that time, if the scanner unit B makes contact with the two stoppers on the front and the rear frame simultaneously, the parallelism of the scanner unit B is proper. If not, perform the following procedures. Winding pulley AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 15...
  • Page 109 Repeat procedures 2) – 6) until the condition of procedure 3) is satisfied. If the distortion in the sub scanning direction cannot be deleted with the above procedures, perform ADJ 6D, Scan image distor- tion adjustment. L = 10mm AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 16...
  • Page 110 2) If the check result is outside the specified range, perform the following procedure. 3) Remove the front cabinet on the scanner side, and check the installing position of the MB rail. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 17...
  • Page 111 If the copy magnification ratio is not satisfactory, perform the following procedure. 7) Remove the original guide L and R, and remove the table glass. 8) Remove the dark box cover. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 18...
  • Page 112: Ratio Adjustment

    ∗ When the set value is increased, the main scanning print posi- tion is shifted by 0.1mm to the front side. Repeat procedures 2) to 5) until the above condition is satisfied. (Example 2) Copy B (Longer than the original) AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 19...
  • Page 113: Adjustment

    3) Set IMAGE LOSS and DEN-A to "20". 4) Set all the set items of L1 and L2 to "0". 5) Make a copy at 400%. (Original table mode) Lead edge void area Rear edge void area AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 20...
  • Page 114: Adj 11] Copy Color Balance/Density Adjustment

    A – O are changed. (each copy mode) 46-20 The color copy density and color balance Set to the default when adjusting the copy quality. A – O of all copy modes are changed. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 21...
  • Page 115 There are following five major cases: 1) When installing 2) When periodic maintenance 3) When consumable part is replaced in repair work 4) When consumable part is not replaced in repair/checking work 5) Other repair/check AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 22...
  • Page 116 Check the copy color balance/density adjustment. Enter the SIM 63-03 (Manual operation) Text/Printed photo mode mode and press the (Test chart UKOG-0162FCZZ/UKOG-0283FCZZ is used.) EXECUTE key. (Next page) (Next page) : Standard adjustment flow AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 23...
  • Page 117 Enter the SIM 63-9 mode, Check the cause, repair the trouble section, and press the [EXECUTE] key. and execute all the adjustment from the beginning again. : Standard adjustment flow AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 24...
  • Page 118 Note for the copy color balance check 2) Check that there is no dirt or scratch on BK1 and BK2 patches To check the copy color balance and density, use the Sharp gray of SIT chart (UKOG-0280FCZZ). chart and the serviceman chart. In the (Manual) Text/Printed photo If there is dirt, clean with alcohol.
  • Page 119 Use SIM 46-21 to print the color balance adjustment sheet and compare each process (CMY) black patch color balance and the black patch. This allows a correct check on the color balance adjustment result. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 26...
  • Page 120 If a satisfactory result in the copy color balance or the density can- not be obtained by the automatic adjustment, use SIM46-21 (ADJ 11C) (automatic adjustment). AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 27...
  • Page 121 When ADJ 11B (Color balance adjustment (Auto)) is performed mode, and the color balance will be adjusted to the same color with SIM 46-24, this procedure is automatically performed. balance as registered this time. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 28...
  • Page 122 (DEF3) target is the same as the factory color balance target.) Color balance target in the user color balance adjustment Color balance target for Service color balance the user color balance target adjustment AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 29...
  • Page 123 Basically the service target gamma data must be registered imme- ance adjustment (Manual) with SIM 46-21. The possible cause lies diately after completion of the color balance adjustment (Manual) in this procedure. with SIM 46-21. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 30...
  • Page 124 The color balance (gamma) corresponding to the color patch image (adjustment pattern) printed in the copy color balance adjustment (manual adjustment) (ADJ 11C) is set as the ser- vice target. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 31...
  • Page 125 PRINTED NORMAL Printed photo Normal color mode) PHOTO COPT TO COPY Copy document TEXT/PRINTED NORMAL Text/printed Normal PHOTO photo COPT TO COPY Copy document PHOTOGRAPH NORMAL Photograph Normal TEXT/PHOTO NORMAL Text/Photograph Normal AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 32...
  • Page 126 4) Set the copy made in procedure 3) on the document table so The copy color balance must also have been adjusted properly. that the center of the copy paper comes to the center of the left edge of the document table. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 33...
  • Page 127 Normally set to the default (50). Full explanations on the operating procedure, notes, and 3) Press the [OK] key. operations must be given to the user. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 34...
  • Page 128: Adj 12] Fusing Pressure Adjustment

    Value L = About 5.5mm 6) Press the [EXECUTE] key. The copy color balance adjustment L (Center) (step 2) is automatically performed. After completion of the adjustment, the display returns to the original menu. LR = LF AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 35...
  • Page 129: Adj 13] Fusing Paper Guide Position Adjustment

    Original size sensor sensitivity adjustment 1) Enter the SIM 41-2 mode. 2) Make the sensor adjustment without an original. With the original cover open and without an original on the original table, press the [EXECUTE] key. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 36...
  • Page 130: Adjustment

    The [EXECUTE] key is highlighted. Then it returns to the nor- mal display. The manual paper feed guide A4R (11 x 8.5" R) width position detection level is recognized. 8) Set the manual paper feed guide to the minimum position. VR702 AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 37...
  • Page 131: Adj 18] Fax/Scanner Mode Image Loss Adjustment

    # – ∗ – C – ∗ – 53 – [START] – 8 – [START] (Automatic adjustment display) Note: Since the printed copy is used as a test chart for the adjustment, place the scale in parallel as precisely as possible. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 38...
  • Page 132: Adj 20] Rspf Lead Edge Skew Adjustment

    F side with the hinge R side as the reference. 3) Open the RSPF unit until it is in vertical position. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 39...
  • Page 133: Adj 21] Collective Adjustment Of Image Position And Magnification Ratio

    MFT is printed. (When [SPF] is selected, the output is made from the selected cassette.) 4) Select [SCAN] to scan the outputted self print chart. 5) Select [FINISH] to display the result. [DATA]: Scanned data are displayed. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 40...
  • Page 134: Adj 22] Printer Color Balance Adjustment

    The print density is gradually changed from the lower area to the • The patch density is changed gradually. higher area without reversing of the change direction. The density level of each color is virtually same. Patch B may not be printed. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 41...
  • Page 135 Print a test page Color balance is successfully adjusted Test print: Used to check the current color balance and the gray level adjustment state. By executing this adjustment, the test page is printed. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 42...
  • Page 136 6). 7) Set the adjustment points (+4 to –4 on the right side) corre- sponding to the density points (12 positions) marked with check mark on the test pattern on the adjustment menu. AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 43...
  • Page 137 3) Select "Color adjustments." KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS EASY CALIBRATION Operating procedures 4) Select "Easy calibration adjustments." Touch the keys to select the desired color of gray. 8) Press the OK key. (The adjustment values are set.) AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 44...
  • Page 138 5) The display below is shown. Select A4 or 8.5" x 11" size paper, and press the EXECUTE key. The test pattern for the color balance adjustment is printed. KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS TEST PRINT SELF PRINT IN PROGRESS EXECUTE AR-BC260 SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS 8 - 45...
  • Page 139: Simulation

    To cancel the current simulation mode or to change the main code and the sub code, press the user setup key. ∗ Canceling the simulation mode to return to the normal mode 1) Press CLEAR ALL (CA) key. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 1...
  • Page 140 The display is made according to the selected mode and the item. Do you want to change the content ? The changed content is stored. Enter the new setting and Press the EXECUTE button adjustment values. and OK button. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 2...
  • Page 141: B. Simulation List

    Used to check the operations of the Operation test/check Inverter/Duplex Operation loads (motor, clutch, solenoid) in the inverter/duplex section and the control circuits. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 3...
  • Page 142 Used to clear the number of scan Data clear Transport/Finisher Counter (read) of the staple and the document feed unit. Used to reset the maintenance Data clear Counter Maintenance counter. Used to clear the copy counters. Data clear Counter AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 4...
  • Page 143 Used to set Enable/Disable of AMS Setting Specifications operation in the center-binding mode. Used to set the copy speed mode. Setting Specifications Operation mode Used to set Black-White reverse, Setting Specifications Operation mode group rounding, and scanner send time display. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 5...
  • Page 144 LCD display.) Current sensor (A/D) value Used to set the fusing temperature in Setting Fixing (Fusing) Operation each operation mode. Used to set the fusing temperature Setting Fixing (Fusing) Operation for each paper. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 6...
  • Page 145 (Photoconductor, monochrome copy mode. The copy developing, transfer, density of the low-density area is cleaning) changed. Used to adjust the image density Adjustment Scanner (reading) Picture quality Density (color mode) in the network scan mode. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 7...
  • Page 146 Used to check pre-scanning Adjustment Image process (ICU) Picture quality Color balance operation for automatic recognition of document in the color auto copy mode. (This simulation is used only in production, and not used in the market.) AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 8...
  • Page 147 (each paper feed and duplex transport) feed of the copier). (This adjustment is required when the print image position variations are considerably great or when paper jams occur frequently.) AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 9...
  • Page 148 Used to change/set the soft SW Setting setting (FAX-related items). (When the FAX is installed.) Used to initialize the soft SW setting Setting Data Initializing (FAX-related items) according to the destination. (When the FAX is installed.) AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 10...
  • Page 149 (When the FAX is installed.) Used to download the FAX program. Setting Operation (When the FAX is installed.) Used to clear the data in the FAST Data clear Data Initializing memory. (When the FAX is installed.) AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 11...
  • Page 150 (Reset to the standard value of SIM67-27. (The value is reset to the factory setting.)) Used to set the printer screen mode. Setting Used to copy the scanner Setting Flash ROM (Scanner) Data Writing destination. (Flash writing) AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 12...
  • Page 151: C. Details

    Document length sensor 1 highlighted. Document length sensor 2 • The light source unit is not at the home position. a MHPS is Document width sensor (small) displayed normally. Document width sensor (middle) Document width sensor (large) AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 13...
  • Page 152 Bin unit shift motor Staple sensor SPFM Transport motor FSUC Stapler connection sensor SGBM Guide bar drive motor FMLS Lift middle sensor FSPS Self prime sensor FFDS Front door sensor Upper cover sensor FFDSW Front door switch AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 14...
  • Page 153 LCC paper feed clutch DPPD1 Desk paper transport detection 1 LPSL LCC paper feed solenoid DPPD2 Desk paper transport detection 2 LTCL LCC transport clutch DPPD3 Desk paper transport detection 3 LTLSL LCC tray lock solenoid AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 15...
  • Page 154 Current level [EXECUTE] key returns to the normal display. → → → → Current level MIN in every 2sec.) During that period, each LED is lighted for 12sec. ↓ 6sec AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 16...
  • Page 155 Shading saving setup Offset motor (Job separator) [CCD GAIN FREE] No setting of CCD gain adjustment CARB Calibration plate ∗ When BLUM is ON, the belt moves up. When BLUM is OFF, the belt moves down. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 17...
  • Page 156 Middle speed (78mm/s) (Color) (B & W) 0 – 585 4.75 ± 0.1V CNMON –240v B: LOW SPEED Low speed (58.5mm/s) (Color) (B & W) 0 – 585 4.75 ± 0.1V CNMON –240v (Special paper) AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 18...
  • Page 157 2. Select the copy mode with the scroll key. transfer belt and the OPC drum rotates at the same time. 3. Enter the adjustment value with the 10-key pad. Therefore, the above parts are not damaged. 4. Press the [EXECUTE] key. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 19...
  • Page 158 ADU transport motor APHPS ADU alignment plate home position APAM ADU alignment motor POD1 Machine paper exit detection ATRC ADU transport clutch BYSET Inverter installation detection ADUDSET ADU installation detection ADUSET ADU door open/close detection AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 20...
  • Page 159 Used to cancel self diag trouble U2. (Purpose) Item Trouble Error Operation/ 1. Press the [EXECUTE] key. (YES/NO key display) Procedure 2. When YES key is pressed, the following troubles 100K are cleared. (Cancel with NO key.) FREE AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 21...
  • Page 160 PFD1_SD1 PFD1 remaining jam (Desk 1 feed paper) PFD1_SD2 PFD1 remaining jam (Desk 2 feed paper) PFD1_SD3 PFD1 remaining jam (Desk 3 feed paper) PFD1_SDU PFD1 remaining jam (ADU feed paper) AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 22...
  • Page 161 POD1 remaining jam (Tray 1 (APPD1) remaining jam feed paper) APPD2 APPD2_N ADU transport sensor 2 POD1_SD1 POD1 remaining jam (Desk 1 (APPD2) not-reached jam feed paper) APPD2_S ADU transport sensor 2 (APPD2) remaining jam AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 23...
  • Page 162 Image density sensor (for color) trouble (Calibration plate surface reflection ratio abnormality) Process humidity sensor trouble Developing unit improper cartridge detection (Black) Developing unit improper cartridge detection (Cyan) Developing unit improper cartridge detection (Magenta) AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 24...
  • Page 163 FAX write protect cancel Combination error between the TEL/LIU PWB and the FAX soft switch Purpose Others The FAX-BOX PWB is not one for the AR-BC260. (FAX detection) Function Used to check the ROM version of each unit Combination error between the FAX-BOX (Purpose) (section).
  • Page 164 Procedure This data is used to check the use frequency of each the model names, etc. section. According to this data, maintenance is executed. (Counter values to be displayed with this simulation) AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 26...
  • Page 165 Drum cartridge accumulated mileage time (mm) (Y) TONER RANGE K Toner cartridge accumulated mileage time (mm) (K) TONER RANGE C Toner cartridge accumulated mileage time (mm) (C) TONER RANGE M Toner cartridge accumulated mileage time (mm) (M) AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 27...
  • Page 166 Machine JAM counter (Counters to be cleared) RSPF Automatic document feeder JAM counter Display Content TROUBLE Trouble counter MIRROR SCAN Scan counter RSPF Automatic document feeder counter STAPLER Staple counter PUNCHER Puncher counter INVERTER Inverter counter AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 28...
  • Page 167 2. Select YES or NO to clear the counter. COPY COL Copier (Color) counter YES: Clear SINGLE COLOR Single color NO: Not clear After removing waste toner from the transfer section, the counter is cleared. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 29...
  • Page 168 ACR SEND is displayed only when the ACR function is enable. motors, the motors will stop and the [EXECUTE] key will return to When the operation is enable, [*] is displayed at the last. the normal display. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 30...
  • Page 169 Enter the code number corresponding to the auditor Procedure specification mode. Mode Content [P10] Built-in auditor mode [AR-EC1] Card counter mode (only Japan) [MODE1] Coin vendor mode 1 [MODE2] Coin vendor mode 2 [MODE3] Coin vendor mode 3 AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 31...
  • Page 170 0 (300dpi) 0 (300dpi) 1 (600dpi) 1 (600dpi) 1 (600dpi) quality mode setting Key operation Copy mode offset (top tray) 0 (No offset) 0 (No offset) 1 (Offset 1 (Offset 1 (Offset provided) provided) provided) AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 32...
  • Page 171 Copy mode offset (top tray) 0 (No offset) 0 (No offset) 1 (Offset 1 (Offset 1 (Offset provided) provided) provided) Key operation Scanner read send time setting 60 sec. 60 sec. 60 sec. 60 sec. 60 sec. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 33...
  • Page 172 – – Stop" of printing by entering the code number with C PRINTER Printer mode toner save 0:NO the 10-key, referring to the table below. Then press (0:NO 1:YES) mode inhibit 1:YES the [OK] key. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 34...
  • Page 173 1:DO) paper count-up Counts up. setting (Set value) Non-print paper (white paper) Item Content Default No-print-on-cover paper (Copy/Printer) value POSTCARD LOW Postcard copy speed: 6 CPM No-print-on-OHP-insertion paper (Copy/Printer) HIGH Postcard copy speed: 13 CPM AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 35...
  • Page 174 Item Specifications Item Specifications Operation mode Operation/ The current model name (AR-BC260) is highlighted. Operation/ 1. Select Enable or Disable with the 10-key. ∗ Procedure There is only one model name, and no selection is Procedure Disable 0: YES allowed.
  • Page 175 2. Press the [SET] key. The new tag No. entered in procedure 1 enable setting is set. It is advisable to enter the machine's serial No. for machine management and servicing. Note: To perform this setting, the host computer and the machine must be connected through MODEM. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 37...
  • Page 176 MPLD1 Manual feed size length detection 1 MPLD2 Manual feed size length detection 2 MTOP1 Manual feed tray pull-out detection 1 MTOP2 Manual feed tray pull-out detection 2 MPED Manual feed tray paper empty detection AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 38...
  • Page 177 This simulation is not normally used. Adjustment is made with SIM 40-02. (Set range) Item Set range Default MAX POSITION 0 – 255 P1 POSITION 0 – 255 P2 POSITION 0 – 255 MIN POSITION 0 – 255 AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 39...
  • Page 178 30 – 200 TH1 OHP2 70 – 230 TH2 OHP2 30 – 200 TH1 envelope 70 – 230 TH2 envelope 30 – 200 TH1 preheating 30 – 200 Reset from TH1 30 – 200 preheating AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 40...
  • Page 179 (When, however, 8000 copies is reached during a job, the operation is stopped after completion of the job.) If the adjustment is not completed normally, "ERROR" is displayed. In case of an error, the contents of the adjustment are not revised. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 41...
  • Page 180 (Color image density correction) error (M) sensor) when adjusting YELLOW_PROCON_ERROR High-density image density the primary LED current correction (process value by using the correction) error (Y) calibration plate in SIM44-36. CONNECTION_ERROR Sensor-PCU PWB communication trouble AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 42...
  • Page 181 MD X STEP (M/L/H) Photoconductor drum membrane decrease correction step (Max. 4 steps) /Correction voltage CONVERSION Discrimination of Sharp version and other company version of toner cartridge (0: SHARP, 1: Other company) DESTINATION Destination of toner cartridge stored in the...
  • Page 182 (Relative level/Transfer belt density density density humidity/AD value) element detection detection detection detection When the value exceeds the detection range, "-" is displayed. level level level level AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 44...
  • Page 183 1st step 2nd patch print gradation C 3RD PATCH 1 – 255 Half-tone process control 1st step 3rd patch print gradation D 4TH PATCH 1 – 255 Half-tone process control 1st step 4th patch print gradation AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 45...
  • Page 184 F PRINTED PHOTO Printed photo 2. Enter the set value with the 10-key and press the G PHOTOGRAPH Photograph [OK] key, and the set value is stores. H MAP TEXT (COPY TO Text (Copy COPY) document) AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 46...
  • Page 185 1. Select the scan mode with the scroll key. Procedure 2. Enter the adjustment value with the 10-key and press the [OK] key, and the entered value is set. The adjustment result is valid only for the network scan mode. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 47...
  • Page 186 MODE scanner mode exposure (Items to be set) adjustment Min. Max. FAX MODE Document feeder unit FAX 1 to 99 Display Default Value Value mode exposure adjustment POINT1 ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ POINT15 AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 48...
  • Page 187 POINT1 value is printed. ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ (Items to be set) POINT15 Min. Max. Display Default Value Value POINT1 ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ POINT15 AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 49...
  • Page 188 3. Enter the adjustment value of the selected point with the 10- key and press the [OK] key. (The entered value is set.) When the [EXECUTE] key is pressed, the color balance adjustment check pattern corresponding to the entered adjustment value is printed. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 50...
  • Page 189 The copy color balance adjustment (step 2) is automatically performed and the color balance check patch image is printed. 8. Press the [OK] key on the operation panel. The initial setting of the half-tone image correction is performed according to this adjustment data. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 51...
  • Page 190 Then the scan information is displayed. Press [SETUP] key to return to the initial display. (Set content display) Though the above set value is changed, the document auto recognition is not affected in an actual color auto copy mode. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 52...
  • Page 191 10: LEVEL3 (HALF TONE) 11: LEVEL4 (HALF TONE) cassette selection 12: LEVEL5 (HALF TONE) EXIT TRAY Paper exit tray 1 to 2 : 1: MFT 2: CS1 3: CS2 4: CS3 5: CS4 6: LCC selection : 1: R 2: S AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 53...
  • Page 192 : 1: MFT 2: CS1 3: CS2 4: CS3 5: CS4 6: LCC : 1: MFT 2: CS1 3: CS2 4: CS3 5: CS4 6: LCC : 1: R 2: S : 1: R 2: S AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 54...
  • Page 193 B RRM(CL) Resist motor color correction 1 – 99 value C BTM Belt motor correction value 1 – 99 D FSM(S) Fusing motor correction value 1 – 99 (Normal paper small size: length 420mm or less) AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 55...
  • Page 194 Document lead edge E. IMAGE LOSS --- 40 reference position B RRC-B Paper lead edge position C DEN-A Lead edge void area D DEN-B Rear edge void area E IMAGE LOSS Lead edge image loss AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 56...
  • Page 195 It is set also when the (MFT, CS1, CS2, CS3, scroll key is pressed.) CS4, LCC) J EXIT TRAY Paper exit tray selection 1 or 2 (R, S) K DUPLEX Duplex print selection 1 or 2 (NO, YES) AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 57...
  • Page 196 (Y) Display Content Default value value YELLOW Sub scanning direction A MAIN- Main scanning direction registration adjustment (Y) REGIST C registration adjustment (C) B SUB- Sub scanning direction REGIST C registration adjustment (C) AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 58...
  • Page 197 1. Select the color to be set with the color key. (CMY) 13: Main scanning direction rough adjustment 1 Magenta patch 2. Select the item to be set with the scroll key. print error AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 59...
  • Page 198 ON/OFF timing is delayed for the paper. Function Used to adjust automatic void (service installation • Change of ±1 corresponds to about 10ms. The set range is – (Purpose) adjustment). 490 to +490ms Item Picture quality Image position AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 60...
  • Page 199 PAPER (L) value (Normal paper, large size) 2. Enter the set value with the 10-key and press the [OK] key to set the entered value. M TRAY (L) Cassette tray deflection adjustment value (Large size) AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 61...
  • Page 200 Set range Default check/adjust focus. A MANUAL Document feeder unit 1 – 99 B LINE PITCH Dot print width (N-1) ADJUST VALUE scanning position specification adjustment (for C POSITION Pattern output area manual adjustment) selection AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 62...
  • Page 201 Add +1- to the error code in color mode. RSPF WHITE White reference level of the document LEVEL 1ST feeder unit in the first scanning RSPF WHITE White reference level of the document LEVEL 2nd feeder unit in the second scanning AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 63...
  • Page 202 Function Used to adjust the CCD gamma (CCD calibration) (Purpose) (copy document mode). Note: When this simulation is executed, SIM 63-8 should be exe- Section Scanner (reading) cuted after that. Item Picture quality Color balance AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 64...
  • Page 203 ❍ ✕ 2-color background print K only ❍ ❍ ✕ 2-color dot print K only ✕ (4 colors fixed) ❍ ✕ 4-color background print — ✕ (4 colors fixed) ❍ ✕ 4-color dot print — AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 65...
  • Page 204 [OK] key to set the entered value. ❍ ❍ 13 Dot pattern Input 3. Press the [EXECUTE] key. The self-print pattern is printed. process ❍ 14 256 gradations: sub scan Input None process AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 66...
  • Page 205 X and Y directions at that point and the coordinate values are displayed in ( ) as well as the coordinate values of each point. It is based on the coordinates set with SIM 65-1. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 67...
  • Page 206 BOX name, and print pass code) is printed. (If there 14.4 V33 No RBT is no registration, print is not made.) ∗ The unit of setting is kbps. Setting is made by the key display name. The item in ( ) is, however, excluded. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 68...
  • Page 207 (When the FAX is installed.) Section Item Operation Operation/ 1. Select the voice message to be sent. Procedure 2. Press the [EXECUTE] key. (Sendable message) NONE Mute PAUSE Hold-on melody MESSAGE1 Message 1 MESSAGE2 Message 2 MESSAGE3 Message 3 AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 69...
  • Page 208 2. Press [OK] key to set. 3. Press [EXECUTE] key to send the pulse (dial set with SIM 66-13). (Items to be set) Item Set range Default Make time 0 – 15 11 (Europe) 6 (Australia, New Zealand) AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 70...
  • Page 209 Used to set the sound volume of the handset. (Purpose) (When the FAX is installed.) Section Item Operation Operation/ 1. Select the sound volume. (MIN: Minimum, Procedure MIDDLE: Middle, MAX. Maximum) 2. Press the [EXECUTE] key. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 71...
  • Page 210 (When the FAX is installed.) Section Item Operation Operation/ The fixed data received from the line are checked Procedure and the result is displayed. Coincide: OK is displayed. / Not coincide: NG is displayed. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 72...
  • Page 211 When reload is completed normally, "OK" is displayed. In case of COMPLETE : Write complete an error, "NG" is displayed. : Check sum error : Write error : Delete error : Verify error : Because of LOADER NG AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 73...
  • Page 212 Max. 6 Long-distance Carrier Number OverCarrierNum. Null Max. 6 Overseas Carrier Number Bypass Num. 9999 Max. 4 Bypass Number User Area Code Null Max. 6 User Area Code Machine Code 0601 Max. 4 Machine Code AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 74...
  • Page 213 The printer color balance adjustment (step 1) is automatically performed and the color balance check patch image is printed out. 4. Press [REPEAT] key. 5. Press the [EXECUTE] key. The color patch image (adjustment pattern) is printed out. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 75...
  • Page 214 Target value of point L Target value of point M Target value of point N Target value of point O BASE Base sampling value ∗ For BASE, only the sampling result display menu is displayed. AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 76...
  • Page 215 (However, the number of lines of the screen is reduced.) Item Content Default range A 4BIT PHOTO AREA 0:PHOTO1 1:PHOTO2 0 – 1 B 4BIT GRAPHICS AREA 0:GRAPHICS1 0 – 1 1:GRAPHICS2 C 4BIT CAD SCREEN 0:CAD1 1:CAD2 0 – 1 AR-BC260 SIMULATION 9 - 77...
  • Page 216: Maintenance List

    ✕ ✕ ✕ Manual feed section paper Replace according to feed rollers the counter of each paper feed port or within 2 years. ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ Torque limiter AR-BC260 MAINTENANCE LIST 10 - 1...
  • Page 217 ✩ ✩ ✩ Drive section Gears ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ Belts ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ Others Sensors ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ Image-related sections AR-BC260 MAINTENANCE LIST 10 - 2...
  • Page 218: Unit Name No. Part Name

    Unit Name Part name 50K 100K 150K 200K 250K 300K 350K 400K Remark calling Developing section Toner cartridge Replaced by user when toner empty (integrated with (or at the specified distance covered) toner cartridge) AR-BC260 MAINTENANCE LIST 10 - 3...
  • Page 219: C. Transfer Section

    ✕ Sensors ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ 10 Waste toner tank unit When waste toner full is detected. ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ 11 Transfer belt unit Replace the unit at 100K or within 2 years. AR-BC260 MAINTENANCE LIST 10 - 4...
  • Page 220: D. Fusing Section

    ✕ ✕ 11 Paper exit roller ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ 12 Discharge brush ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ 13 Fusing unit Replace the unit at 100K or within 2 years. AR-BC260 MAINTENANCE LIST 10 - 5...
  • Page 221: E. Optical Section (Scanner Section)

    ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ SPF glass ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ Rails ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ Drive wire, pulley, pulley belt AR-BC260 MAINTENANCE LIST 10 - 6...
  • Page 222: Transport Section 5 Transport Rollers

    ❏: Shift position ✩ : Replace : Lubricate When Unit Name Part name 50K 100K 150K 200K 250K 300K 350K 400K Remark calling ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ LED lens AR-BC260 MAINTENANCE LIST 10 - 7...
  • Page 223: Replacement When Worn Down

    50K 100K 150K 200K 250K 300K 350K 400K Remark calling ❍ RSPF section Pickup roller ❍ 2-1 Separation unit Replacement when worn down ❍ 2-2 Separation sheet ❍ Paper feed roller ❍ PS roller ❍ Transport roller ❍ Paper exit roller AR-BC260 MAINTENANCE LIST 10 - 8...
  • Page 224: I. Filters, Drive Section, Others

    Ozone filter ✕ Sub ozone filter ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ Drive section Gears ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ Belts ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ Others Sensors AR-BC260 MAINTENANCE LIST 10 - 9...
  • Page 225: And Machine Operations

    Sensor name End value When SIM 26-38 is When SIM 26-38 is set to Print Allow. set to Print Inhibit. Transfer waste-toner full sensor 1,000 [sheet] after Message 1 Message 3 detection of near end AR-BC260 MAINTENANCE LIST 10 - 10...
  • Page 226: Message, And Machine Operations

    Drum cartridge accumulated mileage (K) 21,316,667 [mm] — — Drum cartridge accumulated mileage (C) 21,316,667 [mm] — — Drum cartridge accumulated mileage (M) 21,316,667 [mm] — — Drum cartridge accumulated mileage (Y) 21,316,667 [mm] — — AR-BC260 MAINTENANCE LIST 10 - 11...
  • Page 227: E. Relationship Of Toner Cartridge System Counters Display Messages, And Machine Operations

    • If there is any job being executed when the toner cartridge life end is detected, the paper feed in the machine is discharged and the machine is stopped. → Same as stop by paper empty. AR-BC260 MAINTENANCE LIST 10 - 12...
  • Page 228: Troubleshooting

    Trouble/Warning part has reached machine is stopped. its lifetime. Other — Trouble Replace or supply Troubleshoot the cause. the consumable part. Repair Cancel the self- diagnostic message with the diagnostics (test commands). Reset Standby state AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 1...
  • Page 229: List

    Thermistor open (HL2) Fusing section high temperature trouble (THS1) Fusing section high temperature trouble (THS2) Fusing section low temperature trouble (HL1) Fusing section low temperature trouble (HL2) Five continuous detections of POD1 not-reached Mirror feed trouble AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 2...
  • Page 230: Pcu Pwb Error

    PCU PWB trouble Case 3 Cause ICU PWB abnormality Check & Replace the PCU PWB. Check & Replace the ICU PWB. Remedy Remedy Case 2 Cause PCU PWB mistaken Check & Replace the PCU PWB. Remedy AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 3...
  • Page 231: Shading Trouble (Black Correction)

    Check & Replace the LED head unit. Remedy Remedy Case 3 Cause ICU PWB abnormality Case 3 Cause ICU PWB abnormality Check & Replace the ICU PWB. Check & Replace the ICU PWB. Remedy Remedy AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 4...
  • Page 232: Led Controller Output Trouble (Black)

    ICU PWB abnormality AR-BC260. Check & Replace the ICU PWB. Check & Replace the ICU PWB. Remedy Remedy Case 2 Cause ICU PWB abnormality (When the identification port is abnormal) Check & Replace the ICU PWB. Remedy AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 5...
  • Page 233: Color Correction Data Write Abnormality

    Check grounding of the Remedy Remedy machine. Replace the ICU Case 4 Cause Malfunctions by noises PWB or the MFP PWB. Check & — Remedy Common Cancel Can be canceled by turning method OFF/ON the power. AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 6...
  • Page 234: Saddle Finisher Transport Motor Trouble (Saddle Finisher Detection)

    Same as Case 1. Remedy Case 4 Cause Saddle finisher control PWB trouble Case 4 Cause Saddle finisher control PWB trouble Check & Same as Case 1. Remedy Check & Same as Case 1. Remedy AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 7...
  • Page 235: Saddle Finisher Front Alignment Motor Abnormality (Saddle Finisher Detection)

    Use SIM 3-2 to check the Remedy sensor operation. Case 2 Cause Harness disconnection Check & Same as case 1. Remedy Case 3 Cause Saddle finisher control PWB trouble Check & Same as Case 1. Remedy AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 8...
  • Page 236: Saddle Finisher Punch Motor Trouble

    Case 2 Cause Harness disconnection Check & Same as Case 1. Check & Same as Case 1. Remedy Remedy Case 3 Cause Saddle finisher control PWB trouble Check & Same as Case 1. Remedy AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 9...
  • Page 237: Saddle Finisher Punch Power Disconnection Trouble

    Case 6 Cause Bin shift mechanism trouble Check & Repair the mechanism. Remedy AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 10...
  • Page 238: Automatic Adjustment Trouble Of The Paper Sensor In The Sorter Bin

    PCU PWB. → Connect it properly. 3. Check connection of the cartridge. → Connect it properly. 4. Check for disconnection of the harness. → Replace the harness. Case 2 Cause Cartridge trouble Check & Replace the cartridge. Remedy AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 11...
  • Page 239: Toner Empty Sensor Abnormality (Yellow)

    3. Replace the calibration Check & Replace the PCU PWB. plate solenoid. Remedy Case 2 Cause When SIM 44-2 is completed: 1. Insufficient cleaning of the transfer belt. Check & 1. Check the transfer belt Remedy surface. AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 12...
  • Page 240: Developing Unit Improper Cartridge Detection (Yellow)

    PCU and the CRUM. Check & Replace the developing Case 2 Cause Developing unit trouble Remedy unit. Check & Replace the developing Remedy unit. Case 3 Cause Control PWB (PCU) trouble Check & Replace the PCU PWB. Remedy AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 13...
  • Page 241: Developing Unit Crum Trouble (Yellow)

    <The trouble is saved in the trouble history, but F2 trouble is not displayed. The operation is made with the previous correction value.> Section — Common Check Use SIM 44-2 to adjust the process control sensor gain. AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 14...
  • Page 242: Half-Tone Process Control 1St Patch Error (Magenta)

    Check the drum surface 2. Image density sensor Remedy and the belt surface. dirt/trouble Check & 1. Check connection of the Remedy harness between the PCU PWB and the image density sensor. 2. Clean/replace the image density sensor. AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 15...
  • Page 243: Half-Tone Process Control 2Nd Patch Error (Black)

    Check & Check the drum surface Check & Check the drum surface Remedy and the belt surface. Remedy and the belt surface. AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 16...
  • Page 244: Half-Tone Process Control 2Nd Patch Error (Magenta)

    Check & Check the drum surface Check & Check the drum surface Remedy and the belt surface. Remedy and the belt surface. AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 17...
  • Page 245: Cassette 1 Lift Up Trouble

    SIM 66-10. Check & Check LUD1, its harness, Remedy and the connector. Case 2 Cause Cassette 1 lift-up motor trouble Check & Check the lift-up unit. Remedy AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 18...
  • Page 246: Fax Modem Operation Abnormality

    1. Replace the EEPROM. 2. Use SIM 66-1 to enter an adjustment value of the soft switch. 3. After entering an adjustment value, use SIM 66-4/5 (signal send level) and SIM 66-14/15/ 16 (dial test) to make adjustments. AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 19...
  • Page 247: Icu-Prt Communication Trouble (Icu Detection)

    Check & Install the fusing unit. Remedy Case 3 Cause Thermistor trouble, control PWB trouble, AC power supply trouble Check & Replace the thermistor or Remedy the control PWB. Check the AC power supply. AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 20...
  • Page 248: Fusing Section High Temperature Trouble (Ths1)

    Thermistor trouble, PCU Cancel the error with SIM PWB (thermistor input circuit) trouble Check & Check the thermistor and its Remedy harness. Check the PCU PWB thermistor input circuit. Cancel the error with SIM AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 21...
  • Page 249: Five Continuous Detections Of Pod1 Not-Reached Jam

    Use SIM 1-1 to check the Check & Use SIM 6-1 to check the Remedy mirror operation. Remedy belt lift motor operation. Check the harness and the connector between the PCU PWB and the belt lift motor. AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 22...
  • Page 250: Transfer Belt Motor Trouble

    Power supply unit trouble Check & Check the control circuit. Remedy Check & Replace the power supply Remedy unit. Case 3 Cause Harness trouble Check & Check connection of the Remedy harness and the connector. AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 23...
  • Page 251: Main Power Switch Abnormality Detection

    2. Replace the ICU PWB. installed for the ICU-ROM 3. Use SIM 16 to cancel the with security kit functions. error. Check & Check the ROM version, Remedy and replace it if necessary. AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 24...
  • Page 252: Eeprom Check Sum Error (Icu Detection)

    EEPROM is not exchanged when replacing the PCU/ ICU PWB. Check & Check that the EEPROM is Remedy properly installed. When replacement, check that the EEPROM before replacement is inserted to the board after replacement. AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 25...
  • Page 253: Eeprom Read/Write Error (Pcu)

    Desk control PWB trouble, adjustment data.) control PWB (PCU) trouble, 2. Replace the PCU PWB. malfunction caused by 3. Use SIM 16 to cancel the noises error. Check & Turn OFF/ON the power to Remedy cancel the error. AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 26...
  • Page 254: Desk Tray 1 Lift Motor Trouble

    Communication line test error after turning on the power or canceling an exclusive simulation. Discrepancy of the model code between the LCC and the machine. Section — Common Turn OFF/ON the power to cancel the error. AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 27...
  • Page 255 MFP PWB abnormality Case 3 Cause Power supply unit trouble Check & Turn OFF/ON repeatedly. If Check & Turn OFF/ON the power to Remedy the trouble is not canceled, Remedy cancel the error. replace the MFP PWB. AR-BC260 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 - 28...
  • Page 256: Rom Version Up

    3) When installing a new repair spare parts PWB unit which has a ROM in it to the machine. 4) When the program in a ROM has some troubles and must be corrected. AR-BC260 ROM VERSION UP 12 - 1...
  • Page 257: C. Flash Rom Version Up Method

    Read socket of ROM Copying between Flash ROM ’ s Flash ROM Copy New Version Program DATA Execution program (ICU,PCU,OPE,SCN,FAX) LED 1 (For ROM to ROM) Flash ROM B’ (32Mbit x 2) DATA flow Program execution AR-BC260 ROM VERSION UP 12 - 2...
  • Page 258 16Mbit x 2 Program for use. scanner control control Flash scanner control Flash ROM Flash ROM Program for FAX For FAX 8Mbit x 2 Program for control Flash control Flash FAX control Flash ROM AR-BC260 ROM VERSION UP 12 - 3...
  • Page 259: Precautions

    ROM installed to the other PWB including options. In some combination of ROM versions, the machine may not oper- ate normally. If all the ROM's are of the latest versions, there is no problem. AR-BC260 ROM VERSION UP 12 - 4...
  • Page 260: Flash Rom

    Main ICU PWB and having the function to write the Flash ROM copy (PC - ROM) program data from PC to the program (32Mbit x 2) (Flash ROM Flash ROM on the ICU PWB. AR-BC260 ROM VERSION UP 12 - 5...
  • Page 261: Flash Rom Version Up Procedure

    1) Check that the power of the machine is turned off. Install the Flash ROM which is to be upgraded (copied) to the write socket of the ICU PWB. (6-2) Open the "System." AR-BC260 ROM VERSION UP 12 - 6...
  • Page 262 9600/19200/38600/57600 (6-4) Click the "Port (COM/LPT)" and douche-click the "Communication port (COM*)" to be used. In the case of Windows 2000: (6-1) Open the "Control panel." Double-click AR-BC260 ROM VERSION UP 12 - 7...
  • Page 263 (NOTE) Selection of data files to be written determines whether a source ROM (which includes the latest version program and the Flash ROM copy program) or a ROM which has only the latest version program is made. AR-BC260 ROM VERSION UP 12 - 8...
  • Page 264: Flash Rom's

    Flash writing Status in bold means an error Status 10 Flashing Flashing Flash writing error Status 11 Verifying Status 12 Flashing Verifying error Status 13 Low- Low- Normal completion speed speed flashing flashing AR-BC260 ROM VERSION UP 12 - 9...
  • Page 265 2) Check that the machine power is off, and connect the PC and (4-2) Open the "System." the level converter desk unit serial I/F connector and the level converter. 3) Turn on the PC, and start Windows. AR-BC260 ROM VERSION UP 12 - 10...
  • Page 266 If 38400 cannot be set, set either of the following com- munication speeds. 9600/19200 38400 (4-4) Click the "Port (COM/LPT)", and double-click the "Communication port (COM*)" to be used. In the case of Windows 2000: (4-1) Open the "Control panel." Double-click AR-BC260 ROM VERSION UP 12 - 11...
  • Page 267 The file selection dialog is displayed. Select the data file to be written, and click the Open button. 8) Select the communication setup in the option menu, and set the communication speed same as which is set in procedure AR-BC260 ROM VERSION UP 12 - 12...
  • Page 268 (NOTE) When connecting or disconnecting the level converter, be sure to turn off the machine power in advance. If the level converter is connected or disconnected with the power ON, the level converter may be damaged. AR-BC260 ROM VERSION UP 12 - 13...
  • Page 269: Electric Diagram

    [13] ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 1. System block diagram AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 1...
  • Page 270: Actual Wiring Chart

    2. Actual wiring chart (1) POWER SECTION (100V series) AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 2...
  • Page 271 (2) DRUM DRIVE/DSW SECTION AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 3...
  • Page 272 (3) IMAGE PROCESS SECTION AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 4...
  • Page 273 (4) HIGH VOLTAGE SECTION AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 5...
  • Page 274 (5) MOTOR-DRIVER SECTION AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 6...
  • Page 275 (6) PCU-ICU SECTION AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 7...
  • Page 276 (7) PAPER TRANSPORT SECTION AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 8...
  • Page 277 (8) TRANSFER BELT SECTION AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 9...
  • Page 278 (9) FUSING SECTION (100V series) AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 10...
  • Page 279 (10) PAPER EXIT SECTION AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 11...
  • Page 280 (11) MANUAL PAPER FEED SECTION AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 12...
  • Page 281 (12) LED-HEAD SECTION AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 13...
  • Page 282 (13) DESK SECTION AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 14...
  • Page 283 (14) IMAGE SCANNER SECTION AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 15...
  • Page 284 (15) OPERATION SECTION AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 16...
  • Page 285 (16) ICU SECTION AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 17...
  • Page 286: Signal List

    Drives the Cyan photoconductor unit. AR-BC260 DM_K Drum motor (K) Drives the Black photoconductor unit. AR-BC260 DM_M Drum motor (M) Drives the Magenta photoconductor unit. AR-BC260 DM_Y Drum motor (Y) Drives the Yellow photoconductor unit. AR-BC260 AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 18...
  • Page 287 MPED Manual feed paper empty sensor Detects paper presence on the paper tray. AR-BC260 MPFC Manual paper feed clutch Controls ON/OFF of the paper feed roller. Presses the paper AR-BC260 pickup roller onto paper. AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 19...
  • Page 288 (A4R, LTR, A5) (RSPF) Document width sensor Detects the document width on the tray. AR-BC260 (B4, B5) (RSPF) Document width sensor Detects the document width on the tray. AR-BC260 (WLTR, A5R, A4, LT) (RSPF) AR-BC260 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM 13 - 20...
  • Page 289: Printer Controller Section

    (This utility is for use by system administrators.) • Online Manual: Manuals in PDF format that are viewed using Adobe Acrobat Reader. AR-BC260 PRINTER CONTROLLER SECTION 14 - 1...
  • Page 290: D. Options

    Status Print Queue Font AUTO Whale PCL5c Adobe PostScript (SPDL) Whale SPDL-c Engine I/F Manager Host I/O Manager Roman Kanji Print Spooler Serial Image-BUS 1284 1284 1284 Port USB Port Ethernet Port Engine AR-BC260 PRINTER CONTROLLER SECTION 14 - 2...
  • Page 291: Specifications

    Punch On/Off Resolution 300 dpi/600 dpi Settings Graphics Graphics Mode Raster/Vector Font Source Download Fonts, Resident Font Font Font Settings Download as TrueType, Download as bitmap font, Print as graphics Font Substitution N/A AR-BC260 PRINTER CONTROLLER SECTION 14 - 3...
  • Page 292 With PS3 Expansion kit. ✕: 4-bit print disabled with the standard memory. (No selection allowed in the driver menu.) ❍: Some data cannot be printed. ∗ Optional PS3 Expansion kit needs 256MB x 2 (512MB) memory. AR-BC260 PRINTER CONTROLLER SECTION 14 - 4...
  • Page 293 — C: Printing offset A: Physical Paper Size D: Printing offset B: Physical Paper Size E: Printable Area C: Printing offset F: Printable Area D: Printing offset E: Printable Area F: Printable Area AR-BC260 PRINTER CONTROLLER SECTION 14 - 5...
  • Page 294: Configuration Report (Test Page)

    Total Count: Color 9999 B&W 9999 PCL is a registered trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company. NetWare is a registered trademark of Novell, Inc. All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. AR-BC260 PRINTER CONTROLLER SECTION 14 - 6...
  • Page 295: Hardware

    128MB x 2 Slot 256Mbit x 4pcs DQM[7..0] IC27, 32, 39, 46 CN10-11 SDCS0 SDCS1-2/3-4 Serial PCI Bus 32bit/33MHz EEPROM JCI NIC Ethernet I/F IC20 IC40 3.5" HDD Unit CN12 SCNIF Board (Option) AR-BC260 PRINTER CONTROLLER SECTION 14 - 7...
  • Page 296: C. Interface

    INTX3 Status Signals SOR[76, 54, 32, 10] Scanner Data SOG[76, 54, 32, 10] SCNIF SCNIF (8bit/color) SOB[76, 54, 32, 10] Board Slot Buffer (N1521) (CN8) (IC9-10) SCLK Scanner Clock Scanner Control LD_GT Signals AR-BC260 PRINTER CONTROLLER SECTION 14 - 8...
  • Page 297: Setting

    8-1/2" x 11" paper. If the checkmark is removed from the [JOB QUEUING] checkbox, new print jobs are not received while a print job is in progress. Enable or disable this program to suit your needs. AR-BC260 PRINTER CONTROLLER SECTION 14 - 9...
  • Page 298 Also set the IP address using the is correctly adjusted. If the registration is not correctly program "IP address setting" above. adjusted, perform [AUTO ADJUSTMENT] in "Registration adjustment". Default setting: Enable AR-BC260 PRINTER CONTROLLER SECTION 14 - 10...
  • Page 299: B. Jumper Setting

    Boot ROM Write Protect Factory Default (Thin Normal 1-2 Short line) ← Write Protect 2-3 Short (2) Battery setting (JP7) BATTERY Page OFF ⇔ ON Battery Factory Default ← 1-2 Short Custom 2-3 Short AR-BC260 PRINTER CONTROLLER SECTION 14 - 11...
  • Page 300 256 MB RAM] [384 MB RAM / 384 MB RAM] [512 MB RAM / 512 mapped by saturation match. MB RAM] [640 MB RAM / 640 MB RAM] • [SHARP Color]*; Used to print photo images and graphic There are the following restrictions among Installed RAM, Color images together.
  • Page 301: Firmware Version Up

    7) Use SIM 22-5 to check the firmware version. 8) Use SIM 67-17 to clear the controller NVRAM. 9) After rebooting, try printing from the PC and check that printing is completed normally. 10) Execute the printer color balance adjustment. AR-BC260 PRINTER CONTROLLER SECTION 14 - 13...
  • Page 302: Ar-Pk4 Installing Procedures

    10) After the main unit goes into the print ready state, use SIM 22- ftp> bin 5 to check that the PS firmware version is displayed. 200 Type set to I. ftp> put resource.ps 200 PORT command Ok. 150 Open data connection. 226 Data connection closed. AR-BC260 PRINTER CONTROLLER SECTION 14 - 14...
  • Page 303: E. Ps Printer Utility Software Installation

    Print the PS fonts list to check to insure that installation is com- pleted properly. D:\cidfont> 6) Reboot the main unit and print the PS fonts list to check to insure that the added fonts are registered. AR-BC260 PRINTER CONTROLLER SECTION 14 - 15...
  • Page 304: Others

    For the following settings, see the indicated manuals. DISABLING OF COVERS MODE Printer settings Operation manual (for printer) DISABLING OF AUTO PAPER SELECTION Fax settings Operation manual (for facsimile) Network scanner settings Operation manual (for network scanner) AR-BC260 OTHERS 15 - 1...
  • Page 305: Special Tools

    FLASH ROM (32Mbit x 2) 2pcs Printer control PWB or in the operation control PWB). Magnifying glass Picture quality check (Mainly the Purchase a commercially color registration is checked.) available one. (Magnification ratio:20 - 25) AR-BC260 OTHERS 15 - 2...
  • Page 306 LEAD-FREE SOLDER The PWB’s of this model employs lead-free solder. The “LF” marks indicated on the PWB’s and the Service Manual mean “Lead-Free” solder. The alphabet following the LF mark shows the kind of lead-free solder. Example: <Solder composition code of lead-free solder> Solder composition Solder composition code Solder composition...
  • Page 307 CAUTION FOR BATTERY REPLACEMENT (Danish) ADVARSEL ! Lithiumbatteri – Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandoren. (English) Caution ! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Page 308 COPYRIGHT © 2004 BY SHARP CORPORATION All rights reserved. Printed in Japan. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic; mechanical; photocopying; recording or otherwise without prior written permission of the publisher.

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