Epl 5500

EPSON TERMINAL PRINTER
EPL-5500
SERVICE MANUAL
EPSON
4005431
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NOTICE
All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part of this manual in any form whatsoever without SEIKO EPSONs express written permission is forbidden. The contents of this manual are subjects to change without notice. All efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this manual. However, should any errors be detected, SEIKO EPSON would greatly appreciate being informed of them. The above notwithstanding SEIKO EPSON can assume no responsibility for any errors in this manual or the consequence thereof. Epson is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identication purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective campanies.
Copyright 1995 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Nagano, Japan
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PRECAUTIONS
Precautionary notations throughout the text are categorized relative to 1) personal injury and 2) damage to equipment.
DANGER
Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in serious or fatal personal injury. Great caution should be exercised in performing procedures preceded by DANGER Headings.
WARNING Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in damage to equipment.

The precautionary measures itemized below should always be observed when performing repair/ maintenance procedures.
DANGER
1. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PRODUCT FROM BOTH THE POWER SOURCE AND PERIPHERAL DEVICES PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR PROCEDURE. NO WORK SHOULD BE PERFORMED ON THE UNIT BY PERSONS UNFAMILIAR WITH BASIC SAFETY MEASURES AS DICTATED FOR ALL ELECTRONICS TECHNICIANS IN THEIR LINE OF WORK. WHEN PERFORMING TESTING AS DICTATED WITHIN THIS MANUAL, DO NOT CONNECT THE UNIT TO A POWER SOURCE UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO. WHEN THE POWER SUPPLY CABLE MUST BE CONNECTED, USE EXTREME CAUTION IN WORKING ON POWER SUPPLY AND OTHER ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS.
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WARNING
1. REPAIRS ON EPSON PRODUCT SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN EPSON CERTIFIED REPAIR TECHNICIAN. MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SOURCE VOLTAGE IS THE SAME AS THE RATED VOLTAGE, LISTED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER/RATING PLATE. IF THE EPSON PRODUCT HAS A PRIMARY AC RATING DIFFERENT FROM AVAILABLE POWER SOURCE, DO NOT CONNECT IT TO THE POWER SOURCE. ALWAYS VERIFY THAT THE EPSON PRODUCT HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE REMOVING OR REPLACING PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS AND/OR INDIVIDUAL CHIPS. IN ORDER TO PROTECT SENSITIVE MICROPROCESSORS AND CIRCUITRY, USE STATIC DISCHARGE EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS ANTI-STATIC WRIST STRAPS, WHEN ACCESSING INTERNAL COMPONENTS. REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING COMPONENTS ONLY WITH THOSE COMPONENTS BY THE MANUFACTURE; INTRODUCTION OF SECOND-SOURCE ICs OR OTHER NONAPPROVED COMPONENTS MAY DAMAGE THE PRODUCT AND VOID ANY APPLICABLE EPSON WARRANTY.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
This printer is a page printer which operates by means of a laser. There is no possibility of danger from the laser, provided the printer is operated according to the instructions in this manual provided. Since radiation emitted by the laser is completely confined within protective housings, the laser beam cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user operation.
For United States Users;

[Laser Safety] This printer is certified as a Class 1 Laser product under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968. This means that the printer does not produce hazardous laser radiation. [CDRH Regulations] The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States. The label shown below indicates compliance with the CDRH regulations and must be attached to laser products marketed in the United States. WARNING : Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure. [Internal Laser Radiation] Maximum Radiation Power: Wave Length: 5.0 10-4 (W) 790 20 nm
This is a Class IIIb Laser Diode Assay that has an invisible laser beam. The print head unit is NOT A FIELD SERVICE ITEM. Therefore, the print head unit should not be opened under any circumstances.
For Other Countries Users;

WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure. This is a semiconductor laser. The maximum power of the laser diode is 5.0 10-4 W and the wavelength is 790 20 nm.
For Denmark Users;

ADVARSEL Usynlig laserstrling ved bning, nr sikkerhedsafbrydere er ude af funktion. Undg udsttelse for strling. Klasse 1 laser produkt der opfylder IEC825 sikkerheds kravene.
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For Finland, Sweden Users;

VAROITUS Laitteen kyttminen muulla kuin tss kyttohjeessa mainitulla tavalla saattaa altistaa kyttjn turvallisuusluokan 1 ylittvlle nkymttmlle lasersteiylle. VARNING Om apparaten anvnds p annat stt n i denna bruksanvisning specificerats, kan anvndaren utsttas fr osynlig laserstrlning, som verskrider grnsen fr laser klass 1.
For Finland, Sweden Service People

VAROITUS Avattaessa ja suojalukitus ohitettaessa olet alttiina nkymttmlle lasersteilylle. l katso steeseen. VARNING Osynlig laserstrlning nr denna del r ppnad och sprren r urkopplad. Betrakta ej strlen.
For Norway Users;

ADVARSEL Dersom apparatet brukes p annen mte enn spesifisert i denne bruksanvisning, kan brukeren utsettes for unsynlig laserstrling som overskrider grensen for laser klasse 1. Dette er en halvleder laser. Maksimal effeckt til laserdiode er 5.0 10-4 W og blgelengde er 790 20 nm.
Laser Safety Labels

[Label on rear printer case]
A laser safety labels is attached on the outside of the printer shown below.
For United State
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For Europe
[Label inside printer] The following laser safety label will be attached inside the printer as shown below.
For Denmark, Finland, Sweden, and Norway
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PREFACE
This manual describes functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations, maintenance, and repair of EPL-5500. The instructions and procedures included herein are intended for the experience repair technician, and attention should be given to the precautions on the preceding page. The chapters are organized as follows:
CHAPTER 1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Provides a general product overview, lists specifications, and illustrates the main components of the printer.
CHAPTER 2. OPERATING PRINCIPLES

Describes the theory of printer operation.
CHAPTER 3. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

Includes a step-by-step guide for product disassembly and assembly.
CHAPTER 4. ADJUSTMENTS
Includes a step-by-step guide for adjustment.
CHAPTER 5. TROUBLESHOOTING
Provides Epson-approved techniques for adjustment.
CHAPTER 6. MAINTENANCE
Describes preventive maintenance techniques and lists lubricants and adhesives required to service the equipment.
APPENDIX
Describes connector pin assignments, circuit diagrams, circuit board component layout and exploded diagram.
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
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REVISION SHEET
Revision Rev. A Issue Date October 06, 1995 Revision Page 1st issue Revise the whole pages of the following chapters: Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6
Rev. B
March 15, 1996
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Chapter 1
General Description
Table of Contents
1.1 FEATURES 1-1
1.2 SPECIFICATIONS 1-3 1.2.1 Basic Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 1.2.2 Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 1.2.3 Reliability Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 1.2.4 Environmental Conditions for Operating (Include Imaging Cartridge) . . . . 1-5 1.2.5 Environmental Conditions for Storage and Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 1.2.6 Applicable Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 1.2.7 Specifications for Consumable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 1.2.8 Physical Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 1.2.9 Software Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 1.3 INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS 1-9 1.3.1 Parallel Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 1.3.1.1 Compatibility Mode of Parallel Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 1.3.1.2 Reverse ModeMode Signal Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 1.3.2 Serial Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15 1.3.3 Optional LocalTalk Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17 1.4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1.4.1 Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.2 Printer Settings Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.3 Service Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.3.1 Heaxadecimal Dump Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.3.2 EEPROM Initialize Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.3.3 Factory Reset Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.3.4 Default Setting Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.4 Display of Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.4.1 Status Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.4.2 Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.4.3 Service Call Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.5 Printer Sharing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.5.1 Port Fixed Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.5.2 Auto Sense Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.6 Emulation Mode Switch Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.6.1 Emulation Switch by SPL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.6.2 Intelligent Emulation Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.7 Bi Resolution Improvement Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.8 Toner Save Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4.9 Optional Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5 MAIN COMPONENTS 1.5.1 C169 MAIN-B Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5.2 PWB-E Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5.3 PWB-F Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5.4 Optical Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5.5 FUSING UNIT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5.6 Photoconductor Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18 1-18 1-20 1-23 1-23 1-23 1-23 1-24 1-27 1-27 1-27 1-27 1-28 1-28 1-28 1-29 1-29 1-29 1-30 1-31 1-31 1-32 1-33 1-34 1-34 1-35 1-35 1-36
1.5.7 Developing Cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-36 1.5.8 Lower Paper Cassette Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-36
List of Figures
Figure 1-1. Exterior View of the EPL-5500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Figure 1-2. Printable Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Figure 1-3. Compatibility Mode Signal Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 Figure 1-4. Parallel Interface State Switch Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Figure 1-5. Negotiation Timing Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 Figure 1-6. Timing Chart of Data Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 Figure 1-7. Termination Timing Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14 Figure 1-8. Timing Chart of Interrupt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14 Figure 1-9. Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18 Figure 1-10. Port Fixed Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28 Figure 1-11. Auto Sense Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28 Figure 1-12. Emulation Switch by SPL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-29 Figure 1-13. Intelligent Emulation Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-29 Figure 1-14. Effect of RITech . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-30 Figure 1-15. RITech Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-30 Figure 1-16. Toner Save Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-31 Figure 1-17. Component Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-32 Figure 1-18. C169 MAIN-B Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-33 Figure 1-19. PWB-E Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-34 Figure 1-20. PWB-F Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-34 Figure 1-21. Optical Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-35 Figure 1-22. Fusing Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-35 Figure 1-23. Photoconductor Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-36 Figure 1-24. Developing Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-36
List of Tables
Table 1-1. Options for the EPL-5500. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Table 1-2. Paper Feed Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Table 1-3. Paper Types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Table 1-4. Usability of Special Papers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Table 1-5. Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Table 1-6. Differences between EPSON GL/2 and GL/2 in the HP LaserJet 4 Emulation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 Table 1-7. Built-in Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 Table 1-8. Parallel Interface Pin Assignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10 Table 1-9. Parallel Interface Pin Assignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 Table 1-10. Serial Interface Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15 Table 1-11. LocalTalk Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17 Table 1-12. Printer Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20 Table 1-13. Service MOde Select Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23 Table 1-14. Default Settings Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24 Table 1-15. Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27 Table 1-16. Differences in Components for the C169 MAIN-B Board . . . . . . . 1-33
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EPL-5500 Service Manual
General Description
1.1 FEATURES
The EPSON EPL-5500 is non-impact page printer that combines a semi-conductor laser with electrophotographic technology. This printer is small and light, and features high-speed, high-resolution printing. Maintenance is very easy as a result of various built-in diagnostic functions. The main features are:
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No ozone Printing speed 6 ppm (pages per minute) Resolution 600/300 dpi (dots per inch) Light weight about 5 kg (11 lb) Small footprint Low running cost: separation of the development/toner cartridge and photoconductor unit HP LaserJet 4 emulation mode 22 built-in scalable fonts (8 Agfa and 14 TrueType fonts) High-performance controller (the controllers CPU is a 22.5 MHz SPARKlite (MB86933H)) Bi Resolution Improvement Technology (BiRITech) refines the print quality by eliminating jagged edges from images and characters on 600 dpi and 300 dpi printing Memory Improvement Technology supported Optional EPSONScript Level 2 (PostScript compatible) module Optional WPS (Windows Printing System) ROM SIMM module Optional I239X, ESC/P 2 , and FX emulation ROM SIMM module EPSON Micro Gray Technology (EMGTech), which is available when using PCL and EPSONScript Level 2 mode, refines gray scale printing to be comparable to printing on a 1200-dpi printer Small and low-cost optional LocalTalk with serial interface module 1MB standard RAM and memory expansion available up to 32MB of RAM with the addition of optional SIMMs Bidirectional parallel interface Toner-saver mode supported A multi-user, multi-emulation mode IES (Intelligent Emulation Switch) allows switching between EPSONScript mode and another mode SPL (Shared Printer Language) enables switching of the printer mode by command
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Figure 1-1 shows an exterior view of the EPL-5500.
Figure 1-1. Exterior View of the EPL-5500

Rev. B 1-1
General Description
Table 1-1 lists the optional units available for the EPL-5500.
Table 1-1. Options for the EPL-5500

Cat. No. Description Note Supports Windows Printing System Supports EPSONScript Level 2 mode (PostScript Level 2 compatible) fonts and commands (see Note 1) Supports ESC/P 2, FX, 2390/2391 emulation modes and IBM
C83218V Windows Printing System ROM SIMM EPSONScript Level 2 ROM SIMM C83219V LQ/FX/I239X ROM SIMM NLSP Bitmap 2 font ROM NLSP Scalable font ROM
C83220V C812491
Supports local NLSP bitmap fonts (see Note 2) Supports local NLSP scalable fonts (see Note 2)
250-sheet lower paper cassette for theLower paper cassette EPL-5500 (A4/B5) Developer and toner cartridge (see Note 3) RS-232C extension cable for C82334V Type-B I/F card box (see Note 4) (see Note 5) (see Note 5) (see Note 5) (see Note 5) (see Note 5) (see Note 5) (see Note 5) (see Note 5) (see Note 5)
S050005 Developer cartridge S051029 Photoconductor unit C82334V LocalTalk with serial I/F module C83614V Interface cable C82335V Type-B EX box C82307V/ 32 KB serial interface card C82308V C82310V/ 32 KB parallel interface card C82311V C82312V LocalTalk card C82313V GPIB card C82314V COAX interface card C82315V TWINAX interface card C82324V Ethernet interface card for NetWare C82328V FAX card C82331V Multi protocol Ethernet card Notes: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Requires added memory (RAM) over a total of 2 MB, including standard RAM. NLSP font ROMs do not support ESC/P 2 and FX modes. LocalTalk with serial I/F module (C82334V) cannot be used with Type-B EX box (C82335V). Type-B EX box (C82335V) cannot be used with LocalTalk with serial I/F module (C82334V) . Type-B EX box (C82335V) must be installed while using the Type-B I/F card.
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Rev. B
General Description
1.2 SPECIFICATIONS
This section provides statistical data for the EPL-5500.
1.2.1 Basic Specifications

Printing method: Resolution: Printing speed: First printing time (A4/LT): Warm-up time: Paper supply: Laser beam scanning and dry electrophotography 600/300 dpi 6 ppm (letter/A4) Less than 20 seconds (face-up output) Less than 35 seconds (at rated current and 23 C (73 F) temperature) See Table 1-2.
Table 1-2. Paper Feed Methods

Capacity Using 20 lb. (75 g/m2) Paper 150 Usage Thickness (Ream Weight)
Paper Supply
Paper Size
Standard built-in paper tray
A5, B5, A4, LT,16 to 24 lb. GLT, EXE, LGL,(60 to 90 g/m2) GLG, F4, HL Monarch, Envelopes made DL, C5, C6, of 20 to 24 lb. International B5, (75 to 90 g/m2) Commercial-10 paper Any size feedable (Note 2) A4, B5 16 to 42 lb. (60 to 157 g/m2) 16 to 24 lb. (60 to 90 g/m2)
5 to 10
Manual feed slot Lower paper cassette (optional) Notes: 1. 2.
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The weight in pounds (lb) is determined by the weight of 500 sheets cut to 17 22 inches; 1 g/m2 = 0.2659763 lb. Paper size range: width length 3 to 8.5 inches (76 to 216 mm) 5 to 14.0 inches (127 to 356 mm) See Table 1-3.
Paper types:
Table 1-3. Paper Types
Rev. B
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General Description
Standard paper Normal paper Xerox 4024 DP paper 20 lb (75 g/m2) Regular photocopier paper Bond paper Recycled paper 16 to 24 lb (60 to 90 g/m2) Card stock (90 to 157 g/m2) Envelopes Labels Letterhead Transparency (OHP) sheets Colored paper
Special papers
4.0 mm
Printable Area
4.0 mm
4.0 mm
4.0 mm
Figure 1-2. Printable Area
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Rev. B

Usability of special papers: See Table 1-4.
General Description
Table 1-4. Usability of Special Papers

Input Standard built-in paper tray Manual feed slot Lower paper cassette OHP P P N Envelopes P P N Labels P P N Card Stock P P N Letterhead R R P
R: Reliable feeding and good image quality. P: Possible, but better avoided. N: Not supported.
Paper feed alignment and direction: Paper ejection: Output tray capacity: Printable area (standard paper):
Center alignment for all sizes Face down 100 sheets (face down) See Figure 1-2.
Note: Noise:
The actual printable area depends on the printer mode. Less than 35 dB(A), standby Less than 47 dB(A), operating Less than 0.01 ppm No toxicity exists in organic photoconductor (OPC), toner, or plastic materials
Ozone density: Toxicity:
Rev. B
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General Description
1.2.2 Electrical Specifications Table 1-5. Electrical Requirements and Ranges

Description Rated voltage Input voltage range Rated frequency range Input frequency range Power consumption Power consumption while in standby mode Less than 500 W Less than 15 W (without option) 100 V Version 100 120 VAC 90 132 VAC 50 60 Hz 47 63 Hz Less than 600 W 200 V Version 220 240 VAC 198 264 VAC
1.2.3 Reliability Specifications

MPBF (Mean Prints Between Failures): Over 25,000 sheets Note: MPBF indicates average number of pages printed before occurrence of problem requiring replacement or service. 3000 power on hours (POH) 1 out of 2,000 sheets or less (excluding multiple-sheet feeding) 1 out of 2,000 sheets or less (excluding multiple-sheet feeding) 1 out of 500 sheets or less 30 mm (1.2 inches) or less 1 out of 1,000 sheets 30 minutes or less 5 years or 180,000 sheets
MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Jam rate: Feed failure: Multiple paper feeds: Paper curl height: Leading edge bending (1 cm or more): MTTR (Mean Time To Repair): Durability:
1.2.4 Environmental Conditions for Operation (Including Imaging Cartridge)

Temperature: Humidity: Altitude: Levelness: Illuminance: Surrounding space: 10 to 35 C (50 to 95 F) 15 to 85% RH 2,500 m (8,200 feet) or lower 1 3,000 lux or less (Must not be exposed to direct sunlight.) Printer should have at least 100 mm of clearance on its sides and rear.
1.2.5 Environmental Conditions for Storage and Transportation

Temperature: Humidity: Drop test: Vibration: 0 to 35 C (32 to 95 F) 30 to 85% RH Clear to JIS Z0200-1987 Level 1 Vibration frequency Acceleration Acceleration direction More than 61.3 KPa 18 months (following date of manufacture) 5 to 100 Hz and 100 to 5 Hz 1G 3 direction
Resistance to atmospheric pressure: Storage life:
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General Description
1.2.6 Applicable Standards

Safety Standards
120 VAC model: 220/240 VAC model: UL 1950, CSA 22.2 No. 950 Deviation 3 EN 60950 (IEC950), NEMKO (IEC950), SETI (IEC950), SEMKO (IEC950), DEMKO (IEC950)
Safety Regulations (Laser Radiation)

120 VAC model: 220/240 VAC model: FDA (NCDRH) Class 1 VDE 0837 (Laser Class 1) (IEC825), SETI (IEC825), SEMKO (IEC825), DEMKO (IEC825)
EMI
120 VAC model: 220/240 VAC model: FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B, DOC Class B Vfg 243 (VDE 0878 Part 3,30) EN55022 Class B (CISPR Pub.22 Class B) CE marking, EMC
Others
Toner: OPC: Ozone: Materials: No effect on human health (OSHA-TSCA, EINECS) No effect on human health (OSHA) Less than 0.01 mmp other UL478 (5th edition) SWISS environmental law (must contain no CdS)
1.2.7 Specifications for Consumables

Life: Note: Developer and toner cartridge: 3,000 pages Photoconductor unit: 20,000 pages In continuous printing mode with A4/letter paper at a 5% image ratio (black/white ratio). The life varies, depending on the printing mode (continuous or intermittent) and/or the image ratio.
Environmental Conditions for Storage and Transportation

Temperature: Humidity: Drop test: Vibration: Resistance to atmospheric pressure: Storage term: 0 to 35 C (32 to 95 F) 30 to 85% RH Height 76 cm (30.4 inches) Same as printer More than 74 Kpa 18 months (following date of manufacture)
1.2.8 Physical Specifications

Dimensions (Width Depth Height): Printer: Weight: 352 264 299 mm (13.9 10.4 11.8 inches) Approx. 5 kg (11 lb), with consumables, excluding all options
Rev. B
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1.2.9 Software Specifications

Built-in modes: Note:
HP LaserJet 4 emulation (PCL 5e) EPSON GL/2 mode (GL-like mode) EPSON GL/2 mode is similar to the GL/2 mode included in the HP LaserJet 4 emulation. Table 1-6 shows the differences between EPSON GL/2 mode and the LJ4 GL/2 mode. While in EPSON GL/2 mode, the operator can enter GL/2 mode without sending the ESC %#B (Enter GL/2 mode) command. If the operators application software cannot send the ESC %# B command, then use this mode.
Table 1-6. Differences between EPSON GL/2 and GL/2 in the HP LaserJet 4 Emulation
EPSON GL/2 Mode PCL mode Paper eject Auto eject Reduced printing Switch to PCL (ESC %#A) Reset (ESC E) Not available Supports PG, AF commands SelecType setting SelecType setting Not supported GL/2 for HP LaserJet 4 Emulation Mode Initial mode Supported in PCL Not available Available in PCL Supported
PJL, EJL, and ES Advance full page (PG, AF) The EPL-5500 GL/2 mode features all the commands of the LJ4-GL/2 mode, plus a few Note: additional commands. The GL/2 mode emulates some of the HP-GL plotter (HP 7475A, etc.) commands. If the application software uses unsupported commands for the GL/2 mode, print cannot be assured. Optional modes: EPSONScript Level 2 (PostScript Level 2 emulation) mode FX (FX-870/1170, LX-100) emulation mode ESC/P 2 (Stylus 800/1000) emulation mode WPS (Windows Printing System) mode Auxiliary software: Hex dump Status sheet Font sample Built-in fonts: See Table 1-7.
Ejects paper and then initializes Ejects paper, switches to PCL, and then initializes Supported Supported Supported Not supported
Table 1-7. Built-in Fonts

Resident Fonts Bitmap fonts Line Printer16.66 cpi(Portrait) Scalable fonts Dutch 801Roman SWC Dutch 801Bold SWC Dutch 801Italic SWC Dutch 801Bold Italic SWC Swiss 742SWC Swiss 742Bold SWC Swiss 742Medium Italic SWC S: Supported, NS: Not Supported Applicable Mode HP LJ4, GL/2 S S S S S S S S
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1-7
General Description
Table 1-7. Built-in Fonts (Continued)

Resident Fonts Scalable fonts Swiss 742Bold Italic SWC Swiss 721Roman SWM Swiss 721Bold SWM Swiss 721Oblique SWM Swiss 721Bold Oblique SWM Dutch 801Roman SWM Dutch 801Bold SWM Dutch 801Italic SWM Dutch 801Bold Italic SWM Symbol SetSWA More WingBatsSWM CourierSWC CourierBold SWC CourierItalic SWC CourierBold Italic SWC S: Supported, NS: Not Supported Applicable Mode HP LJ4 GL/2 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S
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General Description
1.3 INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS

The EPL-5500 is equipped with the following external interfaces: t Parallel interface t Optional LocalTalk/serial interface t Optional Type B interface with Type-B EX box
1.3.1 Parallel Interface

The parallel interface has the following two modes: t Compatibility mode (same as parallel interface for EPSONs current page printer) t Reverse mode
1.3.1.1 Parallel Interface Compatibility Mode

System: Handshaking: Connector type: Applicable plug: Transfer speed: Signal timing: Signal description: STROBE synchronization, 8-bit parallel data transfer BUSY and ACKNLG signals P90-25027-1 (Amphenol) receptacle 57-30360 (Amphenol or equivalent) Approximately 400,000 bytes/second (max.) See Figure 1-3. See Table 1-8.
0.5 s 0.5 s (minimum) (minimum)

DATA 1-8 VALID VALID
0.5 s (minimum) STR OBE 0.5 s (maximum)

BU SY
0s 0.5 or 5 s (min.) (minimum)
AC KN LG
1 or 10 s (typical)
Figure 1-3. Compatibility Mode Signal Timing
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General Description
Table 1-8. Parallel Interface Pin Assignments

Pin No. 1 Signal Name STROBE I/O IN Description STROBE is a strobe pulse used to read data from the host computer. The pulse width must be more than 0.5 sec. Normally it is HIGH, and data is latched at the trailing edge of this signal. DATA 1 to 8 are parallel data bits. When the signal is HIGH, the data bit is 1, and when it is LOW, the data bit is 0. The most significant bit (MSB) is DATA 8. The signal state must be maintained for 0.5 sec. on either side of the STROBE signal active edge.
DATA 1-8 2-9 IN
ACKNLG 10
ACKNLG is an acknowledge pulse with an approximate width OUT of 1 or 10 sec. This signal goes LOW when the data reception is completed, which indicates that the printer can accept new data. Timing with the BUSY signal is specified through SelecType. OUT The BUSY signal informs the host computer of the printer state. When the signal is HIGH, the printer cannot accept data. The PE signal indicates paper empty for the standard tray OUT selected through SelecType or command, or for the optional paper cassette. Paper empty is indicated by HIGH. OUT Used in reverse mode. IN IN Not used. Not used. Logic ground level. Connected to the printer chassis. The printer chassis GND and the signal GND are connected to each other. Not connected. Ground level for the twisted pair return signal. The STROBE signal is ignored when this signal is LOW.
11
BUSY PE
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 SLCT AUTO-FEED NC GND CHASSIS GND NC
19-30 GND 31 INIT ERROR 32
This level goes LOW when the printer is: Out of paper OUT Paper jam In the error state Off line Same as for pins 19 to 30. Not used. Pulled up to +5 V through 1.0K-ohm resistance. Used in reverse mode.
33 34 35 36
GND NC +5 SLCT IN
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General Description
1.3.1.2 Reverse Mode

Reverse mode for the EPL-5500 supports the IEEE-P1284 nibble mode. This printer can run in reverse mode, in which the printer can inform the computer of its status with EJL and PJL commands. System: IEEE-P1284 nibble mode Connector type: P90-25027-1 (Amphenol) receptacle Applicable plug: 57-30360 (Amphenol or equivalent) Signal description: See Table 1-9.
Table 1-9. Parallel Interface Pin Assignment

Pin No. 1 Signal Name STROBE DATA 1-8 2-9 IN I/O IN Description HostClk: This signal is a strobe pulse used to read extension request values from the host computer during negotiation. These signals are data bits of extension request values received during negotiation. This printer supports following values: 0000 0100: Request Device ID (sent in nibble mode) 0000 0000: Request nibble mode
10 11 12 13
ACKNLG BUSY PE
OUT PtrClk: Printer sends clock data. OUT PtrBusy: Printer sends data bits 3 and 7 during data transfer to host computer. OUT AckDataReq: Printer sends data bits 2 and 6 during data transfer to host computer. OUT Xflag: Printer sends data bits 2 and 6 during data transfer to host computer. IN HostBusy: This signal informs the printer of the host computers state. When the signal is HIGH, the host computer cannot accept data. Not used. Logic ground level. Connected to the printer chassis. The printer chassis GND and the signal GND are connected to each other. Not connected. Ground level for the twisted pair return signal. nInit: Fixed at HIGH level.
SLCT AUTO-FEED
14 15 16 17 18 NC GND CHASSIS GND NC
IN
19-30 GND 31 32 33 34 35 36 INIT ERROR GND NC +5 SLCT IN
OUT nDataAvail: Printer sending data bits 0 and 4 during data transfer to host computer. IN Same as for pins 19 to 30. Not used. Pulled up to +5 V through 1.0K-ohm resistance. 1284Active: If this signal is set to HIGH, this printer is actively in P1284 (reverse mode).
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General Description
Compatibility M ode S TROB E

ACK and BUSY
Forward D ata Transfer
Forward Idle
Terminate
SLCT IN=HIGH
Failed Negotiation
SLCT I N=LOW
ERR=HI GH No data sent
Negotiation
E RR=L O W Sending data

E RR = L O W
Sending data Host Busy Data Not Available A UT O FE ED=L OW Request to send data Host Busy Dat a Available
ERR=HI GH No data sent
Reverse Dat a Transfer
A UT O FEED=LOW
A UT O FEED=HIG H
Reverse Idle
ERR= LO W
Interrupt Ho st
Figure 1-4. Parallel Interface State Switch Diagram

Figure 1-4 shows the switch diagram for the parallel interface state.
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Figure 1-5 shows the negotiation timing chart.
DATA SEL-IN STROBE AUTO-FEED ACKNLG BUSY PE SLCT ERROR Current Peripheral Status Peripheral Busy Status Current Peripheral Status Note1 Note 2 Note1 00h or 04h
General Description
Compatibility
Negotiation
HB DA or HB DNA (Note 3)
Idle or Transfer
Figure 1-5. Negotiation Timing Chart

Notes: 1. This signal is set to HIGH when no data is being sent. This signal is set to LOW during sending of data. 2. This signal is set to HIGH if the extension request value was 04h. 3. HB DA: Host Busy Data is Available HB DNA: Host Busy Data is Not Available Figure 1-6 shows the data transfer timing chart. Notes:
DATA SEL-IN STROBE AUTO-FEED ACKNLG BUSY PE SLCT ERROR Peripheral Busy Status Bit 3 Bit 2 Bit 1 Bit 0 Bit 7 Bit 6 Bit 5 Bit 4 Peripheral Busy Status Note 1 Note 2 Note 1
HB DA
Negotiation HB DA or HB DNA (Note 3)
Idle or Transfer
Figure 1-6. Timing Chart for Data Transfer

1. 2. 3. This signal is set to HIGH when no data is being sent. This signal is set to LOW during sending of data. This signal is set to HIGH, if extension request value was 04h. HB DA: Host Busy Data is Available HB DNA: Host Busy Data is Not Available
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1-13
General Description
Figure 1-7 shows the timing chart for termination.
DATA SEL-IN STROBE AUTO-FEED ACKNLG BUSY PE SLCT ERROR Peripheral Busy Status Note 1 Note 2 Note 1 Note 3
Peripheral Busy Status Current Peripheral Status
Current Peripheral Status
HB DNA, Idle, or HB DA
Termination
Compatibility
Figure 1-7. Termination Timing Chart

Notes: 1. The signal is HIGH when HB DNA. The signal is LOW when HB DA. 2. The signal is set to HIGH, if the extension request value was 04h. 3. Idle = LOW. Figure 1-8 shows the timing chart for interrupts.
DATA SEL-IN STROBE AUTO-FEED ACKNLG BUSY PE SLCT ERROR Note 1 Peripheral Busy Status
Reverse Idle
Interrupt
HB DA
Transfer
Figure 1-8. Timing Chart for Interrupts

Note: The signal is set to HIGH, if the extension request value was 04h.
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General Description
1.3.2 Serial Interface

This printer can use the optional LocalTalk/serial interface module. Type: RS-232C/current loop Transfer system: Full duplex Synchronization: Asynchronous start-stop system Start-bit: 1 bit Stop-bit: 1 or 2 bits Data length: 7 bits or 8 bits Parity: Odd, even, or none Protocol: X-ON/X-OFF (can be combined with DTR control) DTR control (can be combined with X-ON/X-OFF) Transfer speed: 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, or 57600 bps Error: Overrun error: Processed as missing data and replaced by * Parity error: Replaced by * Framing error: Replaced by * Breaking character: Ignored Signal description: See Table 1-10.
Table 1-10. Serial Interface Pin Assignments

Pin No. 1 Signal Name CHASSIS-GND I/O Description Connected to the printer chassis. The printer chassis GND and signal GND are connected to each other.
TXD 2
Serial ASCII data output by the printer. It maintains the OUT MARK state (LOW level) between transmitted character codes. Logic 0 is at HIGH level (SPACE) and logic 1 is at LOW level (MARK). IN IN Serial ASCII data input to the printer. It maintains MARK state (LOW level) between received character codes. Always ignored. Ground.
3 5 7
RXD CTS SIGNAL-GND TTY-TXD
17
Current loop signal: HIGH impedance (SPACE) between pins 17 and 24 or X-ON signal sent across pins 17 and 24 indicates OUT that the printer is ready to accept data; LOW impedance (MARK) or X-OFF signal being sent indicates that the printer is busy. Signal output by printer. When the DTR signal is HIGH, the printer can receive the RXD signal. The SelecType settings do not specify DTR control, the signal level is HIGH while printer OUT power is on. When the SelecType setting is used for DTR control, DTR goes LOW in case of any error conditions. The data (RXD) from host computer must be stopped within 128 characters after DTR goes LOW. IN Current loop signal: Current return for pin 17 Current loop signal: Input data current loop Current loop signal: Current return for pin 25
DTR 20
23 24 25 Note :
TTY-RXD Return TTY-TXD Return TTY-RXD
The DTR state can be selected through printer settings.
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1-15
General Description
Handshaking
When the vacant area for data in the input buffer drops to 256 bytes, the printer outputs an X-OFF code or sets the DTR signal level to LOW, indicating that the printer cannot receive more data. Once the vacant area for data in the buffer recovers to 512 bytes, the printer outputs an X-ON code or sets the DTR flag to HIGH, indicating that the printer is again ready to receive data.
Protocol
There are two types of protocols, as listed below, and each of them can be designated by SelecType independently. t DTR/DSR protocol SelecType is used to execute the DTR/DSR control protocol. The DTR signal is set to HIGH when the printer is ready to receive data, and to LOW when conditions indicate an error or that the receiving buffer is full. When the error is cleared and the printer returns to on-line mode, the signal returns to HIGH. When SelecType is used to set the DTR control OFF, DTR is always set to HIGH. The printer transmits TXD only when DSR is at the HIGH level (DSR is always considered HIGH when the SelecType setting for DSR is OFF). X-ON/X-OFF transmission is independent of the DSR state. t X-ON/X-OFF (DC1/DC3) protocol SelecType is used to execute the X-ON/X-OFF protocol. The X-OFF (DC3) code is output if status indicates an error, and the printer warns the host to stop data transmission within 256 characters. No further X-OFF codes are sent in response to additional data received from the host after the X-OFF code has been sent once. The X-ON (DC1) code is output after all conditions given in the error are cleared. When the remaining capacity of the receive buffer reaches 512 characters, X-OFF (DC3) is output once. It is sent only once, even if there are multiple errors. The printer goes on line automatically at power on, and outputs an X-ON code. Transmission of X-ON/X-OFF codes can be defined by SelecType.
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General Description
1.3.3 Optional LocalTalk Interface

This printer can use the optional LocalTalk/ serial interface module. Type: LocalTalk Signal level: Same as RS-422 signal level Protocol: X-ON/X-OFF (cannot be combined with DTR control) DTR control (cannot be combined with X-ON/X-OFF) Transfer speed: 230.4K bps Signal description: See Table 1-11.
Table 1-11. LocalTalk Interface Pin Assignments

Pin No. 1 2 Signal Name DTR CTS TXD3 Description Signal output by the printer. When the DTR signal is HIGH, the OUT printer can receive the RXD signal. IN The printer transmits the data through TXD while CTS is HIGH. I/O
Serial ASCII data output from the printer. HIGH level; when SD+ voltage is higher than the SD- voltage. OUT LOW level; when SD+ voltage is less than the SD- voltage. Logic 0 is SPACE and logic 1 is MARK. The state must be maintained between transmitted character codes. Ground. Serial ASCII data input from computer. HIGH level; when RD+ voltage is higher than RD- voltage. LOW level; when RD+ voltage is less than RD- voltage. Logic 0 is SPACE and logic 1 is MARK state must be maintained between transmitted character codes.
GND RXD-
IN
6 7 8
TXD+ NC RXD+
OUT Refer to TXD-. IN No connect. Refer to RXD-.
Rev. B
1-17
General Description
1.4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

This section describes functions performed through the control panel, such as printing a status sheet, hexadecimal dump, and printer settings functions.
1.4.1 Control Panel

The printer control panel gives you easy control over most common printer operations. The panel consists of indicator lights and a button.
LED (Yellow) LED (Red)
Button
Figure 1-9. Control Panel

Indicator lights
t Yellow light ON: Communication with the host is possible. Fast flashing: Receiving data or warming up. Slow flashing: Received data is stored in the printer but has not been printed. OFF: Printer is power off. t Red light ON: Paper jam or cover open. Fast flashing: Feed jam, paper empty. Slow flashing: One of these errors: SOFT ERROR, PRINT OVERRUN, MEMORY OVERFLOW, CHECK PAPER SIZE, IMAGE OPTIMUM OFF: No error condition.
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General Description
Functions of Pressing the Button

t While the Red light flashes slowly:
Clears an error. Hold down the button until the yellow and Red lights both go on after release. The printer prints a status sheet indicating the error type. t While the Red light flashes fast: Function of button Prints any of the following page. - Feed jam or paper empty page - Manual feed page Operation Load the paper or clear the jam, and then hold down the button until the yellow and Red lights go on, then release to continue printing. t While yellow light is flashing slowly (except in EPSONScript mode): Function of button Prints out data in the printers memory. Operation Hold down the button until the yellow and red lights go on, then release the button to continue printing. t While the yellow light is on (except in WPS mode): Function of button Prints a status sheet. Operation Hold down the button until the yellow and red lights go on, then release the button to continue printing. The yellow light flash while the status sheet is being printed. t Reset (always effective except during warm up or status sheet printing): Function of button Clears current port. Operation Hold down the button until the yellow and red lights go on, and when these lights start flashing alternately, release the button. t Warm boot (always effective except during warm up or status sheet printing): Function of button Warm boot (same as power on reset, except for engine initialization). Operation Hold down the button until the yellow and red lights start flashing at the same time, then release the button.
Function of button Operation
Rev. B
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General Description
1.4.2 Printer Settings Functions

The printer settings function from the Remote Control Panel (software) lets the user control most of the printers functions, such as printing test pages, selecting a paper size, and changing the printers configuration. Table 1-12 shows the printer settings options.
Table 1-12. Printer Settings

Menu PRINTING COPIES PAGE SIZE ORIENTATION MANUAL FEED RITech TONER SAVE LJ4 FONT SRC FONT NUMBER PITCH HEIGHT SYMSET Item 1 to 999 A4, A5, B5, LT, HLT, LGL, GLT, GLG, EXE, F4, MON, C10, DL, C5, IB5, CTM PORT, LAND OFF, ON OFF, LIGHT, MEDIUM, DARK OFF, ON RESIDENT, SIMM, DOWNLOAD 0 to (available) 0.44 to 99.99 CPI (0.01 steps) 4.00 to 999.75 PT. (0.25 steps) Roman-8, ECM94-1, 8859-2 ISO, 8859-2 ISO, IBM-US, IBM-DN, PcMultiling, PcE.Europe, PcTk437, WiAnsi, WiE.Europe, WiTurkish, DeskTop, PsText, VeInternati, VeUS, MsPublishin, Math-8, PsMath, VeMath, PiFont, Legal, UK, ANSI ASCII, Swedis2, Italian, Spanish, German, Norweg1, French2, Windows 5 to 128 lines 0 to 3199 0 to 3199 OFF, ON OFF, ON 1 to 5 Courier, Roman, Sans serif, Roman-T, Sans-H, Script 10 CPI, 12 CPI, 15 CPI, Prop OFF, ON 0.40 to 1.50 Inch (0.05 steps) 1 to (available) lines Pc USA, Italic, PcMultilin, PcPortuguese, PcCanFrenc, PcNordic, PcTurk2, Pc.E.Europe, BpBRASCII, BpAbicomp USA, France, Germany, UK, Denmak, Sweden, Italy, Spain1, Japan, Norway, Denmark2, Spain2, LatinAmeric, Korea, Legal Available Options
FORM SRC SYMSET* DEST SYMSET* PS* ERR SHEET MicroGray PROTECT LEVEL ESCP2* Font Pitch Condensed T-Margin Text CG Table
Country
* With option
Table 1-12. Printer Settings (Continued)

Menu 1-20 Item Available Options Rev. B

ESCP2 * (Continued) Auto CR Auto LF Bit Image Zero Char FX* Font Pitch Condensed T-Margin Text CG Table ON, OFF OFF, ON Dark, Light, BarCode 0,
General Description
Courier, Prestige, Roman, Sans serif, Script 10 CPI, 12 CPI, 15 CPI, Prop OFF, ON 0.40 to 1.50 Inch (0.05 steps) 1 to (available) lines Pc USA, Italic, PcMultilin, PcPortuguese, PcCanFrenc, PcNordic, PcTurk2, Pc.E.Europe, BpBRASCII, BpAbicomp USA, France, Germany, UK, Denmak, Sweden, Italy, Spain1, Japan, Norway, Denmark2, Spain2, LatinAmerica ON, OFF OFF, ON Dark, Light, BarCode 0, Courier, Prestige, Gothic, Orator Script, Presentor 10 CPI, 12 CPI, 15 CPI, 17 CPI, 20 CPI, 24 CPI, Prop 437, 850, 860, 863, 865 0.40 to 1.50 Inch (0.05 steps) 1 to (available) lines OFF, ON OFF, ON OFF, ON Dark, Light, BarCode 0,
Country
Auto CR Auto LF Bit Image Zero Char I239X* Font Pitch Code Page T-Margin Text Auto CR Auto LF Alt.Graphics Bit Image Zero Char * With option
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Table 1-12. Printer Settings (Continued)

Menu JOB Item PAGE PROTECT RESOLUTION IMAGE OPTIMUM TIMEOUT EMULATION PARALLEL SERIAL* L/T* AUX* CONFIG AUTO CONT STANDBY DENSITY INTERFACE TOP OFFSET LEFT OFFSET PAGE COUNT PARALLEL SPEED BI-D SERIAL WORD LENGTH BAUD RATE PARITY STOP BIT DTR XON/XOFF TEST STATUS SHEET PS STATUS SHEET* PS FONT SAMPLE* PS FACT SHEET* EXT PRINTER INFO * With option AUTO, ON 600, 300 AUTO, OFF, ON 5 to 300 LJ4, ESCP2*, FX*, I239X*, PS*, GL2, AUTO* LJ4, ESCP2*, FX*, I239X*, PS*, GL2, AUTO* LJ4, ESCP2*, FX*, I239X*, PS*, GL2, AUTO* LJ4, ESCP2*, FX*, I239X*, PS*, GL2, AUTO* OFF, ON ENABLE, DISABLE 3, 4, 5, 1, 2 AUTO, PARALLEL, SERIAL*, L/T*, AUX* 0 to 99 0 to 99 0 to 262143 FAST, LOW ON, OFF 8, 7 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800 NONE, EVEN, ODD 1, 2 ON, OFF ON, OFF Available Options
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General Description
1.4.3 Service Mode

This printer has the following four service modes: t Hexadecimal dump mode t EEPROM format mode t Factory reset mode t Default setting mode Each service mode can be activatted selectively, by turning the printer on while hold down the button and release it at the corresponding timing shown in table below.
Table 1-13. Service Mode Select Timing

Order 1 2 3 4 5 6 Pattern Pattern 0-0 Pattern 0-1 Pattern 1 Pattern 2 Pattern 3 Pattern 4 LED (Yellow) ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF LED (Red) ON OFF OFF ON OFF OFF NA NA Hexadecimal dump mode EEPROM Initialize mode Factory reset mode Default setting mode *1 Mode
*1: Can be performed by the user.
1.4.3.1 Hexadecimal Dump Mode

Hexadecimal dump mode is a useful tool in troubleshooting data control problems. To enter hexadecimal dump mode, release the button at the mode select timing "Pattern-1". To quit the hexadecimal dump mode, turn off the printer or perform the warm-boot operation.
1.4.3.2 EEPROM Initialize Mode

EEPROM initialize operations are required only when the main board or EEPROM is replaced and these operations are specified in the accompanying documentation. This mode resets all user settings to the factory default settings and clears the printer status information (page counter and jam counter). To perform EEPROM initialize mode, release the button at the mode select timing "Pattern-2" and press the bottun again within 2 seconds from the release. The LED lights flashes alternately during the initialization. If the button is not pressed within 2 seconds after release, the printer enters nomal state without initialize operation.
1.4.3.3 Factory Reset Mode

The factory reset mode resets the printer settings to the factory default settings (the page counter and jam counter are not cleared). To enter factory reset mode, release the button at the mode select timing "Pattern-3" and press the button again within 2 seconds after release. The LED lights flashes alternately during the reset operation. If the button is not pressed within 2 seconds after release, the printer enters the nomal state without reset operation.
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General Description
1.4.3.4 Default Settings

The default settings function is used to enter printer settings. The procedure for entering default settings is: 1. To enter the default settings mode, turn on the printer while holding down the button until yellow and red lights turn off and on and off. 2. Press the button the number of times for the 1st code, while the yellow light is flashing. 3. Press the button the number of times for the 2nd code, while the red light is flashing. 4. Press the button the number of times for the 3rd code, while all lights flash. 5. If you need end the default settings mode, return step 2 and input the "111" code. If you need set the other settings, return to step 2. Thable 1-14 shows default settings codes.
Table 1-14. Default Settings Codes

Menu End of default settings mode PARALLEL SPEED Bi-D SERIAL* WORD LENGTH BAUD RATE FAST SLOW ON OFF 8 7 9600 19200 38400 27600 300 600 1200 2400 4800 PARITY NONE EVEN ODD STOP BIT DTR XON/XOFF * With option Table 1-14. Default Settings Code (Continued) Menu Item Available Options Default Settings Codes 1st 2nd 3rd Code Code Code Rev. B 1 2 ON OFF ON OFF Item Available Options Default Settings Codes 1st 2nd 3rd Code Code Code 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
1-24

EMULATION PARALLEL LJ4 ESCP2* FX* I239X* PS* GL2 AUTO* SERIAL* LT* AUX* SERIAL* LT* AUX* SERIAL* LT* AUX* SERIAL* LT* AUX* SERIAL* LT* AUX* SERIAL* LT* AUX* SERIAL* LT* AUX* * With option AUTO* GL/2 PS* I239X* FX* ESC/P2* LJ4
General Description
2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 2
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General Description
Table 1-14. Default Settings Code (Continued)

Menu ESC/P2* / FX* CG Table Item Available Options PcUSA Italic PcMultilin PcPortugue PcCanFrenc PcNordic PcTurkish PcE.Europe BpBRASCII BpAbicomp STATUS SHEET LANGUAGE ENGLISH FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN SPANISH PRINTING PAGE SIZE A4 LT LGL CTM ORIENTATION MANUAL FEED TONER SAVER JOB CONFIG RESOLUTION AUTO CONT STANDBY INTERFACE PORT LAND OFF ON OFF ON 600 300 OFF ON ENABLE DISABLE AUTO PARALLEL SERIAL LT AUX * With option Deafult Settings Codes 1st 2nd 3rd Code Code Code 2 5 3 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 5 5 5 5 5 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1
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General Description
1.4.4 Display of Messages

This printer indicates three types of messages with the LED lights or status sheet: status messages, error messages, and the service call error message.
1.4.4.1 Status Messages 1.4.4.2 Error Messages
The LED lights normally indicate the printers status. (Refer to Section 1.4.1.) If any of the following errors occurs, it will be printed on the status sheet (Refer to Section 1.4.2.). Clear the error immediately using the measures shown in the following table.
Table 1-15. Error Messages

Message SOFT ERROR PAPER JAM PRINTER OPEN MANUAL FEED PAPER SET Status Measures Printer detected a CPU error or soft error. (Refer to Chapter 5.) A paper jam has occurred. Open the cover and remove the jammed paper. Then close the cover. Cover is open. Close the cover. Select manual feed and beginInsert paper and press button. printing data. No paper is left in either the Load paper in paper tray or optional standard tray or the optionalcassette and press button. cassette. Engine speed faster than print imagePress the button. processing. Data has filled the buffer. Confirm and press the button. And add optional SIMM. The paper size in the tray is differentChange the paper and print again. from the paper size chosen. The printer uses a lower printErase downloaded data or add a quality. SIMM.
PRINT OVERRUN MEM OVERFLOW CHECK PAPER SIZE IMAGE OPTIMUM
1.4.4.3 Service Call Error Message
The LED lights flash randomly, when the printer detects a service call error. (Refer to Chapter 5.).
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General Description
1.4.5 Printer Sharing

This section describes printer sharing. This printer has two methods of printer sharing, port fixed mode and auto sense mode. These modes are selected by INTERFACE in the printer settings menu.
1.4.5.1 Port Fixed Mode
When the printer is in port fixed mode, only one interface port is active. Data from other ports is ignored.
1.4.5.2 Auto Sense Mode

M ode Ass ignment HP m ode ESC/ P2 m ode User 1 Par allel F X m ode GL2 m ode EPSONScr ipt m od e
HP m o d e
Switched by printer settings Input buffer Memory
M ode Ass ignment L/T or Serial or AUX
ESC/ P2 m ode User 2 F X m ode GL2 m ode EPSONScr ipt m od e
Figure 1-10. Port Fixed Mode

It is possible to allocate each mode to parallel, serial, L/T, and AUX. The entire memory will be allocated to the channels that are used. The interface that receives the data first will print first.
M ode Ass ignment
HP m ode ESC/ P2 m ode
User 1
Par allel
F X m ode GL2 m ode EPSONScr ipt m od e

HP m od e
Input buffer
Auto Sense
M ode Ass ignment Serial or L/T or AUX
Memory
ESC/ P2 m ode User 2 F X m ode GL2 m ode EPSONScr ipt m od e Input buffer
Figure 1-11. Auto Sense Mode
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General Description
1.4.6 Emulation Mode Switch Function

This section describes the emulation mode switch function.
1.4.6.1 Emulation Switch by SPL
The two types of emulation switch function described below are available on this printer. Together they are referred to as SPL (Shared Printer Language).
EJL: EPSON Job Language

This is EPSONs original language system. It is used to skip among various destinations, as shown in Figure 1-12.
PJL: Printer Job Language

This is HPs original language, which is available with LaserJet 4 printer. It is used to skip among various destinations, as shown in Figure 1-12. The precise specifications for this language are based on HP LaserJet 4. The figure below shows three types of mode switching. Neither EJL nor PJL switches the mode directly. They first exit the current mode and return to EJL or PJL. Then they enter another mode.
1.4.6.2 Intelligent Emulation Switch

LJ 4 EJL FX
EPSONScript
PJL EPSON GL/2
ESC/P 2
Figure 1-12. Emulation Switch by SPL

Intelligent Emulation Switch (IES) automatically switches emulation mode, depending on the data sent from the host computer through one of the interface channels. It is able to switch between EPSONScript and other modes as shown in the figure below.
1.4.7 Bi Resolution Improvement Technology

LJ4 ESC/P 2
EPSONScript
FX
EPSON GL/2
Figure 1-13. Intelligent Emulation Switch

The EPL-5500 printer has BiRITech (Bi Resolution Improvement Technology), which is designed to improve print quality at 600 dpi and 300 dpi. By this method, the dot map data extracted from the image data is reassembled to improve print data. Rev. B 1-29
General Description
The main improvement of this technique is in eliminating jaggies in diagonal lines. It is most effective when the dot map data fits the development characteristics of the printer mechanism well. It is therefore necessary to set appropriate values in printer settings. Note: BiRITech is not as effective for printing a mesh pattern or gray scale. In such cases, BiRITech must be set to OFF. (The default setting is MEDIUM.) Since the BiRITech effect depends on the toner condition, adjusted it when the imaging cartridge is replaced or after the imaging cartridge is used for a long time.
1 inch
1 1 2 3
4 5
600
1 inch
600
(When 600 DPI printing)
Figure 1-14. Effect of BiRITech

The following settings are available in printer settings for RITech: DARK, MEDIUM, LIGHT, OFF. The status sheet has the following RITech test image. When the toner density of area A is almost the same as that of area B (as shown in the figure below), the RITech setting is at its optimum setting. In other words, the optimum setting is achieved when it is difficult to distinguish the shape of area A from that of B.
A B
Figure 1-15. RITech Adjustment
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General Description
1.4.8 Toner Save Mode

The Toner Save Mode uses about 50% less toner than normal. The printer saves toner by substiuting a gray shade for the black inside of characters. the outlines of the characters are still printed in full back.
1.4.9 Optional Memory

U pper E dge
Left Edge
Figure 1-16. Toner save Mode

If you have difficulty printing complex, graphics-intensive pages or if you regularly use downloaded fonts, you may need to install one of the optional SIMM sets on this printers controller board. The printers controller board comes with 1MB of RAM installed. By installing additional SIMMs, you can increase the printers memory to a total of 32MB, including the resident memory. EPSON supplies several types of memory option (SIMMs). Other SIMMs can be purchased from other vendors. Be sure the SIMM meets the requirements listed below. t 72-pin type t Capacity is one of the following: 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32MB t Access speed is less than 70 ns. t Within the following dimensional size 36 mm (height) 108 mm (width) 10 mm (depth)
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General Description
1.5 MAIN COMPONENTS

To simplify maintenance and repair, the main components of the EPL-5500 have been designed for easy removal and replacement. The main components are: t C169 MAIN-B Board Main board t PWB-E Board Power supply circuit board t PWB-F Board High-voltage supply circuit board t Optical Unit Printhead unit t Fusing Unit t Photoconductor unit t Developer cartridge t Housing
C 1 69 M AIN - B Boa r d
Fusing Unit
PWB-E Bo ard
Optical Unit
PWB-F Board
Figure 1-17. Component Layout
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General Description
1.5.1 C169 MAIN-B Board

The C169 MAIN-B board is a video controller and engine controller board. The primary functions of this board are receiving print data from the host, generating the print image (video), and sending the print image to the engine controller via the video interface. A 32-bit 22 MHz RISC MB86933H SPARKlite CPU in location IC1 is used, and the following memory chips and custom ICs are assigned to the 4GB memory space. t Memory chips Code and font ROMs: four 4M-bit EPROMs (IC13, 14, 15, 16) or two 8M-bit mask ROMs (IC21, 22) Optional NLSP font ROM: 4M-bit or 8M-bit ROM (IC12). Not available in U.S. version. 4M-bit DRAMs (IC17, 18) EEPROM (IC11) t Custom ICs ASIC E05A91 (IC2) ASIC E05A92 (IC3) ASIC E05A93 (IC4) t Others Reset IC M51953BFP (IC6) The engine controller consists of an M3807x 8-bit CPU, including a MASK ROM. It controls laser scanning (the polygon mirror drive motor), image synchronization, laser beam pulse width, and power. There are two types of C169 MAIN-B boards used as after service parts. The following table shows differences between them.
Table 1-16. Differences in Components for the C169 MAIN-B Board

US version IC12 Jumper J20 None Open Other Version IC socket Short
E05 A93 (IC4)
(IC 12) (IC 16) (IC 14) (IC 15)
M B8 6 9 3 3 H (IC1 )
E05 A91 (IC2)
E05 A92 (IC3)
(IC 13)
M 3807 (IC201)
Figure 1-18. C169 MAIN-B Board
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General Description
1.5.2 PWB-E Board

The PWB-E is the power supply board, which consists of a switching regulator circuit. It converts the AC line voltage into +24 V and +5 VDC voltages. There are two types of power supply board, the 100/120 V type and 220/240 V type. The difference between the two circuits is only in the input section.
CAUTION
Do not touch VR1 on PWB-E board. This volume is for factory setting only.
VR1
F1
Figure 1-19. PWB-E Board 1.5.3 PWB-F Board

The PWB-F is the high-voltage supply circuit board. It converts the development bias, OPC drum charge bias, and image transfer bias.
CAUTION
Do not touch VR3 on the PWB-F board. These volumes are for factory setting only.
VR3
Figure 1-20. PWB-F Board
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General Description
1.5.4 Optical Unit

The optical unit consists of the laser diode (semi-conductor laser), the mirror motor (scanner motor) which drives the polygon mirror for laser scanning, and several mirrors and lenses. The laser beam generated by the laser diode is conducted to the OPC drum surface by way of the polygon mirror, as well as several mirrors and lenses, to create a latent electro-photographic image on the drum.
Figure 1-21. Optical Unit 1.5.5 Fusing Unit

The fusing unit fixes the toner to the paper using heat and pressure. This unit has a heater lamp, thermistor, and thermal fuse. There are two types of fusing units, the 120 V type and the 220/240 V type. The only difference between them is the heater lamp.
Figure 1-22. Fusing Unit
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General Description
1.5.6 Photoconductor Unit

Core mechanisms of the printing process, such as charging and imaging, are integrated into this unit.
Figure 1-23. Photoconductor Unit 1.5.7 Developing Cartridge

Core mechanisms of the printing process, such as developing, are integrated into this cartridge.
1.5.8 Lower Paper Casste Unit

This optional paper cassete allows you to feed up an addtional 250 sheets of A4 or B5 paper into this printer.
Figure 1-24. Developing Cartridge

Note:
While you use A4/B5 paper, jumper JP1 on the circuit board of lower paper casstte unit should be set to 2-3. While you use letter/ executive paper, jumper JP1 should be set to 1-2. Jumper JP2 is fixed to 1-2.
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Chapter 2
Operating Principles
Table of Contents
2.1 ENGINE OPERATION 2-1 2.1.1 Print Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 2.1.1.1 Paper Feeding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 2.1.1.2 Drum Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 2.1.1.3 Laser Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 2.1.1.4 Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 2.1.1.5 Image Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 2.1.1.6 Fusing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 2.1.2 Engine Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 2.1.2.1 Main Motor Functions and Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 2.1.2.2 Paper Take-Up Sensor and Paper Exit Sensor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 2.1.2.3 Fuser Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 2.1.2.4 Scanner Mirror Motor Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 2.1.2.5 Laser Diode Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 2.1.2.6 Bias Voltages and Laser Drive Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13 2.1.2.7 Fan Motor Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 2.1.2.8 Power Supply Circuit Function and Safety Protection . . . . . . . . . 2-15 2.2 VIDEO CONTROLLER OPERATION 2-16 2.2.1 C169 MAIN-B Board Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16 2.2.1.1 Reset Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19 2.2.1.2 Bus Control Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19 2.2.1.3 Interrupt Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20 2.2.1.4 DRAM Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20 2.2.1.5 Parallel Interface Circuit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21 2.2.1.6 Video Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
List of Figures
Figure 2-1. Main Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Figure 2-2. Print Process Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Figure 2-3. Paper Feeding from the Paper Feed Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Figure 2-4. Paper Feeding from the Lower Paper Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Figure 2-5. Drum Charge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Figure 2-6. Laser Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Figure 2-7. Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Figure 2-8. Image Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Figure 2-9. Fusing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Figure 2-10. Engine Controller Connecting Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Figure 2-11. Gear and Roller Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Figure 2-12. Main Motor Drive Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Figure 2-13. Paper Take-Up Sensor and Paper Exit Sensor On/Off Timing . . . 2-9 Figure 2-14. Fuser Control Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Figure 2-15. Temperature for Fuser Control Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Figure 2-16. Scanner Motor Control Circuit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 Figure 2-17. Laser Diode Drive Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Figure 2-18. LDATA Generation Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Figure 2-19. Laser Emission Power Adjustment Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Figure 2-20. Figure 2-21. Figure 2-22. Figure 2-23. Figure 2-24. Figure 2-25. Figure 2-26. Figure 2-27. Figure 2-28. Figure 2-29. Figure 2-30. Figure 2-31.
High-Voltage Supply Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Print Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Print Sequence (Start) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Print Sequence (End). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Supply Circuit Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Video Controller Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C169 MAIN-B Board Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Data Flow Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reset Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bus Control Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DRAM Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parallel Interface Circuit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-13 2-14 2-14 2-14 2-15 2-16 2-16 2-18 2-19 2-19 2-20 2-21
List of Tables
Table 2-1. Functions of C169 MAIN-B Board Main Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
2.1 ENGINE OPERATION

This section describes the functions and operating principles of the EPL-5500 engine. Figure 2-1 shows the locations and names of the main engine components.
5 6
3 8
2 1
19
10 11
18 17
12 Optional Second Paper Feeding Unit
16
15
14
13
Figure 2-1. Main Components

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Fan Motor (M3) Lower Fusing Roller Paper Exit Sensor (PC3) Upper Fusing Roller Heater Lamp (H1) Paper Exit Roller Print Tray Optical Unit Toner Cartridge Manual Feed Guide 11. Paper Feeding Tray 12. Paper Lift-up Plate 13. Paper Empty Sensor (PI1) 14. Paper Take-up Roller 15. Paper Transport Roller 16. Paper Take-up Sensor (PC1) 17. Pre-image Transfer Roller 18. Electrode Comb 19. Drum Cartridge
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2.1.1 Print Process

This section describes the print process from paper feeding to paper exit. Figure 2-2 shows a diagram of the print process.
Print Exit
Optical Unit
Fusing
Drum Cartridge Drum Charge
Exposure
Image Transfer
Toner Hopper Development Toner Cartridge
Paper Feeding Tray
Multi Feeding (150 sheets)
Manual Feed (1 sheet)
Second Paper Feeding Unit (optional)
Multi Feeding (250 sheets)
Figure 2-2. Print Process Diagram
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2.1.1.1 Paper Feeding

Paper can be fed into the printer from the paper feed tray (150 sheets) or from the manual feed slot (1 sheet at a time). Installing an optional second paper feed unit (lower cassette, 250 sheets) adds another feeding method. Paper fed by the paper take-up roller is transported to the transport roller, pre-image transfer roller, and then exit roller. After this, the paper is fed out onto the print tray. The starting position of an image is decided by the paper take-up sensor (PC1). A photo sensor is used as the paper take-up sensor (PC1) and the paper exit sensor (PC3).
Paper Feeding Tray (Standard Tray)

When the paper take-up solenoid is energized, the main motor (M1) drive is transmitted to the paper take-up roller via the paper take-up clutch (a one-way clutch) to rotate the paper take-up roller one revolution. At the same time, the depression cam rotates and releases the paper lift-up plate to feed the top (first) paper. The fixed separating pad is used for the paper separation system. It prevents the second or later sheets from being fed together with the top paper.
Upper Fusing Roller Paper Exit Roller
Lower Fusing Roller
Paper Exit Sensor (PC3) Paper Take-Up Roller Depression Cam When SL1 is de-energized
PC Drum
Pre-Image Transfer Roller Paper Lift-Up Plate Fixed Separating Pad Transport Roller Paper Take-Up Sensor (PC1) When SL1 is energized
Paper TakeUp Clutch Paper Take-Up Solenoid (SL1) Paper Lift-Up Plate Paper
Figure 2-3. Paper Feeding from the Paper Feed Tray
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2-3
Second Paper Feed Unit (Optional Lower Cassette)

This unit contains no drive motor, so the main motor (M1) drive is transmitted to the paper take-up and transport sections in the unit via the drive transmission gear. Although the feeding method is the same as for the paper feed tray in the printer, this unit uses a corner separation system as its paper separating function. The paper take-up solenoid in the lower cassette is controlled by the printer via a circuit board in the optional unit. When the paper regulation plate is set to the inside position, switch S1 on the circuit board is automatically turned on, causing the printer to recognize that B5-size paper will be fed. On the other hand, when the paper regulation plate is set to the outside position, S1 remains off, causing the printer to recognize that A4-size paper will be fed.
Paper Empty Sensor (P|1) PWB-A Paper Regulation Plate Paper Take-Up Roller Paper Take-Up Clutch Drive Transmission Gear
Paper Lift-Up Plate Transport Roller Paper Take-Up Solenoid
Corner Separation Plate
Figure 2-4. Paper Feeding from the Lower Paper Cassette
2.1.1.2 Drum Charge

The PC drum is charged with static electricity before laser exposure. The rotating charge brush and pre-film are used as the charging method. Less ozone is generated by the corona charge of the rotating charge brush and the pre-film, and the PC drum can be charged with low voltage because the charge is dirctly applied to the PC drum. The rotating charge brush is rotated by the drive of the M1 main motor via its gear.
Drum Cartridge Rotating Charge Brush PC Drum Protecting Shutter Drum Charging and Pre-film Bias PWB-F C169 MAIN-B IC201
PC Drum Protecting Shutter Charged Surface: (approx. -800 V) PC Drum
B A: Drum Charging Bias B: Drum Ground
Pre-film
Figure 2-5. Drum Charge
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2.1.1.3 Laser Exposure

The laser beam, emitted from the optical unit, makes an invisible static image. The SOS (start of scan) sensor, installed on the laser diode control board (PWB-D), unifies the laser emission timing for each scan line.
Charged Surface Reflector Mirror CN210 1 C169 MAIN-B IC201
5 Laser-Exposed Surface: (Approx. -50 V) PWB-D SOS Sensor Laser Diode 7 M2 CN205 1
Figure 2-6. Laser Exposure

2.1.1.4 Development
Toner is applied to the invisible static image on the PC drum and a toner image is created on the surface. When the PC drum starts to rotate (when the main motor is activated), the PC drum surface remains 0 V at the position between the rotating charge brush and sleeve roller. At this time, a specified positive voltage is applied to the sleeve roller to prevent toner from being attracted back onto the PC drum (reverse bias control).
2
4 3 Vs terminal VBL terminal VB (Developing Bias) VBL (Toner Blade Bias) PWB-F CN204 1 1 C169 MAIN-B IC201 VB terminal
8 CN1F Vs (Lower Seal Bias)
Figure 2-7. Development

1. Toner hopper: Contains toner. 2. Toner agitating screw: Stirs the toner in the hopper and sends the toner to the toner transport roller. 3. Toner transport roller: Transports the toner to the sleeve roller. 4. Doctor blade: Spreads a thin, even coat of toner over the resin sleeve. The toner is negatively charged by passing between this blade and resin sleeve. 5. Sleeve roller: Rotates the resin sleeve. 6. Resin sleeve: Carries the toner to the PC drum surface for development. 7. Bias seal: Collects the toner remaining on the resin sleeve. 8. PC drum: Is exposed to the laser to create an invisible image and rotates to carry the developed image to the paper surface.
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2.1.1.5 Image Transfer

The electrode comb is an image transfer system that transfers the toner image on the PC drum onto the paper.
Image Transfer Unit Housing Housing Electrode Comb Pre-Image Transfer Roller
C169 MAIN-B Electrode Comb PWB-F Housing 1 1 IC201 PWB-S CN204 1 1
Pre-Image Transfer Roller Housing Ground Image Transfer Bias
8 CN1F
Figure 2-8. Image Transfer

2.1.1.6 Fusing
The toner image transferred onto the paper is fixed securely using a heat roller system as the fusing system. The upper fusing roller, which is heated by the heater lamp, fuses the toner image, which is securely fixed by the pressure between the upper and lower fusing rollers. Thermistor TH1 detects and controls the temperature of the upper fusing roller. Thermal fuse TF1 blows when the temperature exceeds 200 C, shutting down power to the heater lamp.
Thermal Fuse Thermistor Lower Fusing Roller Upper Fusing Roller Heater Lamp Paper
Figure 2-9. Fusing
2-6
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2.1.2 Engine Control

This section describes engine control, the power supply board, and the high-voltage supply board. The engine is controlled by the main board (C169 MAIN-B Board). Figure 2-10 shows the engine controller connecting diagram.
C169 MAIN-B Board Main Motor (M1) Polygon Motor (M2) Fan Motor (M2) Exit Sensor (PC3) Paper Take-up Sensor (PC1) Paper Take-up Solenoid (SL1) Fusing Roller Thermistor (TH1) Image Transfer Housing Image Transfer Charger PWB-F High Voltage Unit PWB-E Power Unit Heater Lamp Interlock Switch PWB-D Laser Diode Drive
PWB-S
Paper Take-up Solenoid (SL2)
PWB-A
2nd Paper Feeding Unit (Option)
Figure 2-10. Engine Controller Connecting Diagram
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2.1.2.1 Main Motor Functions and Control

The M1 main motor transmits the drive to the printer rollers and the optional second paper feed unit (lower cassette) via each gear as shown below.
Toner Cartridge
Sleeve Roller Paper Exit Roller
Upper Fusing Roller Lower Fusing Roller
PC Drum
Pre-image Transfer Roller Main Motor (M1)
Optional Second Paper Feeding Unit Paper Take-Up Roller Paper Transport Roller
Fig.2-11. Gear and Roller Positions
2-8
Rev. B
Figure 2-12 shows the main motor drive circuit. The M1 main motor is a four-phase stepping motor controlled by the CPU (IC201) on the main board (C169 MAIN-B). This board has a stepping motor driver IC that drives the M1 main motor with a constant current.
Main Board C169 MAIN-B Main Motor M1

C N 206 A A B B
1 2 3 4
Figure 2-12. Main Motor Drive Circuit
2.1.2.2 Paper Take-Up Sensor and Paper Exit Sensor

The paper take-up sensor has three functions: 1. To detect the top edge of paper. The engine starts printing when the detection signal is received. 2. To detect paper size. The printer detects the time it takes for paper to pass the paper take-up sensor during paper feeding. If this time is long, longer paper is feeding; if the time is short, shorter paper is feeding. 3. To detect paper jams and feed jams. If the paper take-up sensor does not turn on for paper feeding, the printer detects a feed jam or no paper. A feed jam is a paper jam that occurs in the feed process. If any of the following conditions is detected, the printer detects a paper jam. A paper jam is a jam that occurs in the printing process area. The paper take-up sensor (PC1) or the paper exit sensor (PC3) is on at power on or when the upper case is closed. The paper take-up sensor (PC1) or the paper exit sensor (PC3) is not turned on/off within the specified time. (Refer to the following timing chart.)
Take Up Solenoid ON PC1 (CN203-3) PC3 (CN208-3) 2.0 11.0
[seconds]
3.5-4.5
3.4-4.7
Figure 2-13. Paper Take-Up Sensor and Paper Exit Sensor On/Off Timing
Rev. B
2-9
2.1.2.3 Fuser Control

The heater lamp, powered by AC voltage, heats the fuser. When the power supply board receives a FUSER signal from the main board (C169 MAIN-B), the power supply board (PWB-E) supplies the AC voltage to the heater lamp. This AC voltage is cut by an interlock switch when the case is open. Thermistor TH1 detects the surface temperature of the upper fusing roller and inputs that analog voltage to the 77-pin chip, IC201. Based on this temperature data, the heater lamp on/off signal (the FUSER signal) is output from the 54-pin chip, IC201, causing heater lamp H1 to turn on or off to control the fusing temperature. When the heater lamp is not turned off even if the thermistor detects a high temperature malfunction (which occurs if the surface temperature of the upper fusing roller exceeds 200 C), the signal from the 75-pin chip, IC201, changes from H to L to turn off the heater lamp forcibly.
C169 MAIN-B IC201 77
5 VDC
Analog Voltage Detected by the Thermistor (TH1)

CN202 1 2 TH1 Thermistor Heater Lamp H1 TF1 Thermal Fuse
54 75
H
L IC202B 4 L
2 H 3 5 6 H
IC202A 1 H
3 L
CN207 1 5 CN1E
1 5
PWB-E
CN3E 1 2 3
Heater Lamp ON/OFF Signal L H1:ON H H1:OFF
Figure 2-14. Fuser Control Circuit

The following figure shows the fuser temperature control procedure.
Temperature (Degrees C) 172 156 When a print is made immediately after warm up
112
Powe r On
Time
Warm up
Standby
Standby with Low Temperature
Figure 2-15. Temperature for Fuser Control Procedure

1. Warm up: After printer initialization, printer warm up starts, and the heater lamp turns on until the upper fusing rollers temperature reaches approximately 172 C. 2. Standby: In standby mode, the upper fusing rollers temperature is controlled to maintain 156 C. When this condition continues for 3 minutes, the printer goes into standby mode at low temperature. 3. Print cycle: When the printer receives the printing command from the controller, the upper fusing roller is controlled to maintain 172 C. 4. Standby at low temperature: The upper fusing roller is controlled to maintain 112 C. 2-10 Rev. B
Rev. B
2-11
If any of the following conditions are detected, the printer indicates a fuser error: 1. If the thermistor detects the temperature has not risen by 20 C for 50 msec. within 12 to 30 sec. after warm up. (This error applies only when the thermistor detects a temperature of 90 C or less.) 2. If the thermistor detects that the temperature has not reached 172 C within 60 sec. after warm up. 3. Except in pause mode (see the note below), if the thermistor detects that the temperature in the idle state has fallen to 80 C or lower for 50 msec., or the temperature during printing has fallen to 133 C or lower. 4. The thermistor detects that the temperature has exceeded 193 C for 50 msec. during temperature control.
Note:
Pause Mode: In this mode, the control temperature is decreased to save power in the idle state, the heater lamp is turned OFF.
Thermo fuse TF1 cuts power if the temperature of the fusing section rises to an abnormally high level (over 200 C, 392 F).
2.1.2.4 Scanner Motor Control

Figure 2-16 is the scanner motor (M2) control circuit. The scanner motor is driven while it receives the POLYGON CTL signal. Motor rotation speed is 8622 rpm
Main Board (C169 MAIN-B) CN210 NC +24V GND2 +5V P_CTL 1 2 3 4 5 Scanner Motor M2
Figure 2-16. Scanner Motor Control Circuit

If the any of following conditions are detected, the printer indicates a scanner motor error: 1. The SSCAN signal has not been given once within 1 sec. after the scanner motor is energized. 2. The number of scanner motor rotations has not stabilized within 0.5 rpm by 4.2 sec. after the motor is energized. 3. The number of scanner motor rotations has exceeded 3% for more than 0.5 sec. after the motor is energized, even if the rotation number stabilizes within 0.5 rpm.
2-12
Rev. B
2.1.2.5 Laser Diode Drive

Figure 2-17 shows the laser diode drive circuit. Laser diode emission is controlled by three signals (LDATA, LDAPC1, and LDAPC2) from the main board (C169 MAIN-B).
Laser Diode SSCAN LD_CTL LDAPC1 LDAPC2 L DATA Main Board (C169 MAIN-B) SOS Sensor
LD SOS (PWB-D)
SOS Mirror
Figure 2-17. Laser Diode Drive Circuit

The LDATA signal is the laser on/off signal. When it is LOW, the laser emits, and when it is HIGH, the laser stops emitting. LDATA is the combination of the two signals in the figure below. If the VIDEO or the FORCED LASER DIODE ON signal is activated (LOW), the LDATA signal will be active. The VIDEO signal is an image signal sent from the video controller circuit. The FORCED LASER DIODE ON signal is a laser emission signal to apply the laser beam to the SOS sensor.
Forced Laser Diode ON
VIDEO from the Video Controller Circuit (C169 MAIN-B)
L DAT A
Figure 2-18. LDATA Generation Circuit

The laser diode is forcibly activated after scanner motor M2 turns on. At this time, laser emission power is adjusted. LDAPC1 and LDAPC2 are the laser emission power adjust signals; they are analog signals. LDAPC1 is a tuning, and LDAPC2 is a fine tuning.
Scanner Motor On LDATA
LDAPC1 LDAPC2
P_CTL
Figure 2-19. Laser Emission Power Adjustment Timing

If any of the following conditions are detected, the printer indicates a laser error: The LDAPC1 signal or LDAPC2 signal has been out of the specified range while laser power is adjusted.
Rev. B
2-13
2.1.2.6 Bias Voltages and Laser Drive Timing

Figure 2-20 is a diagram of the drum charge bias voltage, image transfer bias voltage, and the developing bias voltage control circuit. These bias voltages are generated from the +24 VDC from the high-voltage supply board (PWB-F). If the printer detects a case-open condition, the interlock switch is set to off, which cuts the +24 VDC, which, in turn, cuts the bias voltages. These bias voltages are controlled by the main board (C169 MAIN-B). The HV-T signal is the image transfer bias voltage control. While this signal is LOW, the image transfer electrode comb is charged to from +3 to +6K VDC by the high-voltage supply circuit. HV SEL1 and HV SEL2 are image transfer bias level control signals. The HVB signal is the digital signal for developing bias voltage control. This signal controls the bias on/off. The BIAS MON signal controls the bias voltage level (300 V to 375K VDC) using pulse data. The image density is controlled by the developing bias voltage level.
Power Supply Board (PWB-E) Main Board (C169 MAIN-B) PWB-S +24 VDC Interlock SW +24 VDC HV-C HV-T HV SEL1 HV SEL2 HV B BIAS MON High Voltage Supply Board (PWB-F) Drum Charge -2.0 K VDC Image Transfer Bias 3K to 6 K VDC
Developing Bias -270 to -370 VDC Doctor Toner Blade Bias -500 VDC Seal Bias -250 VDC
Figure 2-20. High-Voltage Supply Block Diagram
2-14
Rev. B

Figure 2-21 shows the print process.
Brush Roller Charging
Laser Exposure
PC Drum
Development Image Transfer
Figure 2-21. Print Process

Figure 2-22 shows the start print sequence. The printers engine starts printing when it receives the PRINT signal from the video controller circuit.
M3 normal rotation Print C o mm a n d Polygon Motor (M3) Paper Take-up Sensor (PC1) Paper Take-up Solenoid (SL1/2) Main Motor (M1) Drum Charge Laser Exposure Development Image Transfer 200 500 300 1st: 1510 2nd: 1680 2310 150 20 1st: 790 to 1300 2nd: 2670 to 3080 500 4000 [m sec.]
1st:770, 2nd:2820
260 480
Figure 2-22. Print Sequence (Start)

Figure 2-23 is the end of the print sequence.
[m sec.] Polygon Motor (M3) Paper Exit Sensor (PC3) Main Motor (M1) Drum Charge Laser Exposure Development Image Transfer 850
5160
480
Figure 2-23. Print Sequence (End)
Rev. B
2-15
2.1.2.7 Fan Motor Control

The fan motor (M3) rotates at engine initialization, and stops after 2 sec. The fan motor also rotates during printing. When printing ends, the fan motor stops after 3 min. If the following condition is detected, the printer indicates a Fan motor error. The voltage equivalent to the motor current of the fan motor remains 160 mV or lower for 2 sec.
2.1.2.8 Power Supply Circuit Function and Safety Protection

The printers power supply board (PWB-E) supplies the +5 VDC and +24 VDC. The +24 VDC is used as the bias voltage supply, main motor (M1) drive, scanner motor (M2) drive, fan motor (M3) drive, and solenoid drive. For safety protection, the +24 VDC line is cut when the interlock switch (case open switch) is off.
Interlock SW +24 VDC +5 VDC
AC IN
Power Supply Board (PWB-E)
SG FG
Figure 2-24. Power Supply Circuit Block Diagram
2-16
Rev. B
2.2 VIDEO CONTROLLER OPERATION

The video controller section generates the video signals for received data. The video controller section is the C169 MAIN-B Board.
C169 MAIN-B Board Video Controller Section
Engine Controller Section
Figure 2-25. Video Controller Section 2.2.1 C169 MAIN-B Board Operation
Figure 2-26 shows a block diagram of video controller section of the C169 MAIN-B Board. The C169 MAIN-B Board contains the video controller, which consists of a MB86933H (SPARKlite, 22.5 MHz, 32-bit bus) RISC CPU; the standard cells developed for this printer; DRAMs; ROM; and an EEPROM.
RO M 16M (IC21, 22 or IC13, 14, 15, 16) E E PR O M (IC11) RO M 8 (IC12)
CPU M B86933H (IC1)
A D D R ES S DATA CO NTRO L
E05A91 (IC 2)
E05A92 (IC3)
E05A93 (IC4)
I/O DATA A D D R ES S D R AM s (IC 17, 18) an d SI M M

Option
Video I/F
Par allel I/F RS-232C Specific I/F LocalTalk
Figure 2-26. C169 MAIN-B Board Block Diagram
Rev. B
2-17
Table 2-1 lists the functions of the main elements of the video controller section in C169 MAIN-B Board.
Table 2-1. Functions of C169 MAIN-B Board Main Elements

Element MB86933H CPU E05A91 ASIC Location RISCIC1 IC2 Function The CPU, which operates at 22.5 MHz, manages the video controller operation. This ASIC contains the following functions: Address decoding DRAM management (refresh control, RAS/CAS control) This ASIC contains the following functions: Video signal processing Toner save function BiRITech EMGTech This ASIC contains the following functions: Video interface Bi-parallel interface LocalTalk module control Type-B EX interface box control
E05A92 ASIC
IC3
E05A93 ASIC
IC4
Two 8M ROMs or four 4M ROMs 8M ROM EEPROM
IC21,22 or These ROMs are code and font ROMs. IC13,14,15,16 IC12 IC11 This ROM is a local language (font) ROM option (except in the U.S. model). This EEPROM stores the following: Model type Printed page counter value Jam counter value Printer setting These DRAMs are used as the working area of the CPU: input buffer, image buffer, etc.
DRAM
IC17,18
2-18
Rev. B
Print data and commands transmitted from the host computer via the parallel or optional interfaces are read using the CPU interrupt process and stored in the DRAM input buffer. Data and commands in the input buffer are processed by the CPU, which then stores the printing bitmap data (image data) in the V (video) -RAM (image buffer) area of the DRAM. The size of the V-RAM depends on the available DRAM size. A PRINT OVERRUN occurs when the V-RAM is so small that the CPU cannot process data faster than it is transmitted to the engine controller board. If such an error occurs, the user can increase the V-RAM using the printer setting IMAGE OPTIMUM. The E05A91 transmits image data stored in the V-RAM to the E05A92. The E05A92 changes the image data format from 32-bit parallel data to serial data, and stores it in the internal temporary buffer. The temporary buffer has a capacity equivalent to several lines. This is controlled by the E05A92, which synchronizes and transmits the temporary buffers data to the engine controller board. The E05A92 then manipulates the printer data based on the BiRITech, EMGTech, and toner saver settings.
CPU MB86933H (IC1) E05A91 (IC2) E05A93 (IC4)
Host Computer
Temporary Buffer Dev elopm ent Parallel/Ser ial Convert er
RITech EMGTech Toner save
Video
E05A92 (IC3)
Input Buffer
VR AM DRAM
System Area
Figure 2-27. Data Flow Diagram
Rev. B
2-19
2.2.1.1 Reset Circuit

The entire system (CPU and external devices) can be initialized if the RESET signal (CPU pin 113) are active simultaneously. This circuit uses an M51938 IC to monitor the supply voltage if a voltage level less than 4.25 V is detected. The reset time is approximately 128 ms.
+5 V
+5 V
Vcc
OUT
RSTIN E05A92 (IC3)
RSTOUT
RESET
M51938FP (IC6) + C
Figure 2-28. Reset Circuit

2.2.1.2 Bus Control Circuit
The MB86930 CPU outputs the R/W (read/write) signal, AS (address strobe) signal, and the BE0, BE1, BE2, and BE3 signals (byte enables) to the ASIC E05A91. The ASIC E05A91 uses these signals to generate the RD (read strobe) signal, WR (write strobe) signal, and READY signal.
R/W AS
CPU MB86933H (IC1)
BE0-3 READY
E05A91 (IC2)
Address Bus
Data Bus
RD
WR
Figure 2-29. Bus Control Circuit
2-20
Rev. B
2.2.1.3 Interrupt Control

The ASIC E05A93 determines the priority level of the interrupt and outputs it to terminals IRL0 IRL3. Then an interrupt is sent to the CPU. When the IRL0-3 value is 1111b, the CPU process is a non-maskable interrupt process. When the IRL0-3 value is 0000b, the CPU process is a standard process. When the IRL0-3 is any other value, the CPU process is a maskable interrupt process.
2.2.1.4 DRAM Management

The video controller uses DRAMs for the system RAM and for the V-RAM. In this printer, a standard two 512K 16 DRAMs are mounted in locations IC17 and IC18, providing a total of 1MB. CN2 SIMM sockets are provided for optional SIMM memory modules. These SIMM sockets can use 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, and 32 MB SIMMs (32-bit bus). The DRAMs (including optional SIMMs) are managed by the ASIC E05A91. E05A91 outputs MA0-10 (memory address), RAS/CAS, and WE signals.
RAS1,2 RAS0 DWE DRAM (IC17)
E05A91 (IC2)
DRAM (IC18)
SIMM
CAS0,1,2,3 MA0-10 CPU DATA BUS
Figure 2-30. DRAM Management
Rev. B
2-21
2.2.1.5 Parallel Interface Circuit

Figure 2-31 shows a circuit block diagram of the parallel interface. Data sent from the host computer is latched within the E05A93 by the STROBE signal. The E05A93 outputs a BUSY signal automatically to stop the host computer from sending additional data. The CPU resets the BUSY signal after reading the data from the E05A93, so that the printer is ready to receive more data from the host computer.
DATA
Latch
STROBE BUSY
E05A93 (IC4)
Figure 2-31. Parallel Interface Circuit
2-22
Rev. B
2.2.1.6 Video Interface

The ASIC E05A92 maps the SRAM into a memory space different from the system memory. The CPU transmits data from the V-RAM (in the system RAM) to the SRAM using the ASIC E05A92. The ASIC cell converts the image data in the SRAM from parallel to serial, synchronizes it, and then transmits it to the engine controller board. In other words, the SRAM is a temporary buffer used to transmit the image data to the engine controller board. This serial image data is called the VIDEO signal of video interface. The signal line of the internal video interface circuit (the C125 MAIN board and engine controller board) can be broadly divided into four groups. The first group (PRINT, CPRDY, EPRDY, and PRDY) gives the status of either the video controller or engine controller and indicates whether they are ready to communicate with each other or ready to start the printing operation. The second group (VSYNC, HSYNC) is the synchronizing signal for the printing operation. The third group (VIDEO) is the serial video data signal. The fourth group (CMD, SRCLK, CTBSY, and ETBSY) is used to transfer the commands (from the video controller) or the status (from the engine controller) for printer mechanism control. Except for VIDEO, PRINT, VSINC, and HSYNC, all signals are controlled by ASIC E05A93. This printer has BiRITech and EMGTech functions standard. These functions modify the VIDEO signal with the ASIC E05A92.
Rev. B
2-23
Chapter 3
Disassembly and Assembly
Table of Contents
3.1 GENERAL INFORMATION 3.1.1 Precautions for Disassembly/Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1.2 Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1.3 Small Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1.4 Service Checks after Repair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 3-1 3-1 3-2 3-3
3.2 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY 3-4 3.2.1 Housing Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 3.2.1.1 Case Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 3.2.2 Removal of the Controller Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 3.2.2.1 Main Board (C169 MAIN-B Board) Removal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 3.2.3 Disassembling the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 3.2.3.1 Optical Unit Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 3.2.3.2 Image Transfer Unit Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 3.2.3.3 Upper Unit Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9 3.2.3.4 High-Voltage Supply Board (PWB-F) Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10 3.2.3.5 Power Supply Unit (PWB-E) Removal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11 3.2.3.6 Fusing Unit Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12 3.2.3.7 Fusing Unit Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15 3.2.3.8 Main Motor Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20 3.2.3.9 Paper Take-Up Sensor and Paper Take-Up Solenoid Removal. 3-21 3.2.3.10 Paper Take-Up Roller Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
List of Figures
Figure 3-1. Removing the Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Figure 3-2. Removing the Shield Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Figure 3-3. Removing the C169 MAIN-B Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Figure 3-4. Removing the Optical Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 Figure 3-5. Removing the Image Transfer Unit -1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Figure 3-6. Removing the Image Transfer Unit -2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Figure 3-7. Moving the Image Transfer Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8 Figure 3-8. Reinstalling the Electrode Comb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8 Figure 3-9. Removing the Harness Cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9 Figure 3-10. Removing the Upper Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9 Figure 3-11. Removing the PWB-F Cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10 Figure 3-12. Removing the PWB-F . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10 Figure 3-13. Removing the PWB-E Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11 Figure 3-14. Removing the PWB-E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11 Figure 3-15. Gear and Spring Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12 Figure 3-16. Removing the Fusing Guide Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12 Figure 3-17. Removing the Harness Cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13 Figure 3-18. Removing the Fusing Entrance Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13 Figure 3-19. Removing the Fusing Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14 Figure 3-20. Roller Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14 Figure 3-21. Removing the Heater Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15 Figure 3-22. Removing the Thermistor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16 Figure 3-23. Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Figure 3-24. Figure 3-25. Figure 3-26. Figure 3-27. Figure 3-28. Figure 3-29. Figure 3-30. Figure 3-31. Figure 3-32. Figure 3-33. Figure 3-34. Figure 3-35.
Removing the Paper Separator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Paper Exit Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the G-Rings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Upper Fusing Roller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Lower Fusing Roller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Thermal Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Motor Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Main Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Ground Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Paper Guide ASSY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Gears . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Paper Take-Up Roller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-17 3-17 3-18 3-18 3-19 3-19 3-20 3-20 3-21 3-21 3-22 3-22
List of Tables
Table 3-1. Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 Table 3-2. Screw Types and Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Table 3-3. Checks after Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
3.1 GENERAL INFORMATION

This chapter describes disassembly/assembly procedures to be used for replacing the main assemblies of the EPL-5500.
3.1.1 Precautions for Disassembly/Assembly

Follow the precautions below when disassembling/assembling the printer.
WARNING
Disconnect the power cord before disassembling/assembling the printer. Be sure to handle the fusing unit carefully, because the unit remains hot for a while after the printer stops printing. If it is necessary to plug in the power cord and operate the printer after disassembling it, please be careful of the following: 1. Keep your hands and clothing well away from operating or rotating parts (such as rollers, fan motors, etc.). 2. Never touch electric terminals or high-voltage components (such as the charger and the high voltage unit).
CAUTION
Do not disassemble the photoconductor unit and toner cartridge. If the photoconductor unit is removed from the printer, do not place it in direct sunlight. Do not disassemble the optical unit. Never turn power on if the optical unit is not installed. To prevent damage to ICs from static electricity, do not touch the ICs on the circuit board or the terminals of peripheral electrical components with your hands. Use only the recommended tools to ensure safe and efficient maintenance work. Inappropriate tools may damage the machine. Never open the upper unit until the main motor stops completely. Otherwise, the gears may be damaged. When transporting the printer, remove the photoconductor unit and toner cartridge from the printer. When transporting the printer a long distance, pack up the printer using the original packing material.
3.1.2 Tools
Use the tools listed in Table 3-1 for disassembling/assembling the printer and for troubleshooting.
Table 3-1. Tools

Name Philips screwdriver no. 2 Regular screwdriver Tweezers Soldering iron Round-nose pliers Commercially Available? Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Part No. B743800200 B743000100 B641000100 B740200100 B740400100
Rev. B
3-1
3.1.3 Small Parts

In the following sections, abbreviations are used for small parts, such as screws and washers. Tables 3-2 and 3-3 list these abbreviations.
Table 3-2. Screw Types and Abbreviations

Standard No. Type Size (mm) CB #1 4 8 Length (mm) Appearance
CB(S)(P1) #2 3 6/8
CBS #3 3 6/8/14
CCS #4 3 6/8/10/12
CCB #5 3 8
CBB #6 3 8
CBS(O) #7 3 8
Pin E-Ring
3-2
Rev. B
3.1.4 Service Checks after Repair

Check the repaired unit using the following list on completion of servicing.
Table 3-3. Checks after Repair

Item Operation Location Control panel Heater lamp Test print (status sheet) Data print Adjustment Print position Checkpoint Do all LEDs and button function normally? Does the heater lamp turn on normally? Is the test print performed normally? Does data print in all modes? Is the gap between the top edge of the paper and the horizontal line in the status sheet print exactly 29.6 mm (1.17 inch). Is it the latest version? Is toner and dust removed from the paper path? Is the paper take-up roller cleaned? Is the roller in the fusing unit cleaned? Is the outer surface of the printer clean? Is the consumable removed from the printer? Is the unit packed securely? Are accessories packed also? Check
ROM version Cleaning
Packing
Rev. B
3-3
3.2 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

This section describes and illustrates the procedures for removing and disassembling the components of the EPL-5500. Cleaning is described in Chapter 6. The assembly procedures are not described, except for special notes where necessary, because assembly can be accomplished by performing disassembly in reverse.
3.2.1 Housing Removal

This section describes how to remove the cases and the rear frame.
3.2.1.1 Case Removal

1. 2. Push the upper unit lock release button and open the upper unit. Remove each cover in the following turn.
ASSEMBLY POINTS
When reinstalling each cover, securely insert the protrusions of the cover into the cutouts of the printer frame.
4. Rear Cover
Upper unit Upper unit lock release button
3. Operation Cover
2. Front Cover
1. Left cover
Figure 3-1. Removing the Housing
3-4
Rev. B
3.2.2 Removal of the Controller Section

The control section is comprised of the controller board (the C169 MAIN-B Board).
3.2.1.1 Main Board (C169 MAIN-B Board) Removal
CAUTION
Before you remove the video controller board, make sure that you remove any optional LocalTalk/ serial board or Type-B EX box.
1. 2. 3. Turn the printer so that its right side faces you. Remove the right cover. Remove 2 screws (#3), and then remove the shield case.
Figure 3-2. Removing the Shield Case

4. 5. 6. Disconnect all connectors on the C169 MAIN-B Board. Remove the 5 screws (#4) for the C169 MAIN-B Board. Remove the C169 MAIN-B Board.
Figure 3-3. Removing the C169 MAIN-B Board
Rev. B
3-5
3.2.3 Disassembling the Engine

This section describes disassembling the engine, including the high voltage unit (PWB-F) and power supply board (PWB-E).
3.2.3.1 Optical Unit Removal
CAUTION
Do not touch the optical unit except at the time of replacement. Do not open the unit under any conditions. Do not remove the circuit board from the optical unit under any conditions.
1. 2. 3. 4. 4. 5. Open the top cover. Remove the right cover, left cover, and front cover. (Refer to Section 3.2.1.1.) Remove the cover shield plate. Disconnect connector CN205 and CN210 from the C169 MAIN Board. Remove the 6 screws (#4) from the optical unit. Remove the optical unit.
Figure 3-4. Removing the Optical Unit
3-6
Rev. B
3.2.3.2 Image Transfer Unit Removal

1. 2. 3. Open the top cover. Remove the harness cover A. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.3.) Remove the 2 screws (#5) and holders at both ends of the image transfer unit.
Figure 3-5. Removing the Image Transfer Unit - 1

4. Disconnect the 2 connectors and remove the unit.
Figure 3-6. Removing the Image Transfer Unit - 2
Rev. B
3-7
ASSEMBLY POINTS
After reinstalling the image transfer unit, check that the unit smoothly moves up and down.
Figure 3-7. Moving the Image Transfer Unit
5.
Remove the remove the electrode comb.
ASSEMBLY POINTS
When reinstalling the electrode comb, be careful of the direction of installation. Install the electrode comb so that the terminal of the comb faces the image transfer roller drive gear.
Figure 3-8. Reinstalling the Electrode Comb
3-8
Rev. B
3.2.3.3 Upper Unit Removal

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Open the upper unit. Remove the right cover and left cover. (Refer to Section 3.2.1.1.) Disconnect connectors CN202, CN208, and CN211 from the C169 MAIN-B. Remove harness covers A and B, and pull out the CN1 of the PWB-E board. Remove the image transfer unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.2.)
A B
Figure 3-9. Removing the Harness Cover

6. Slide and remove the unit as in the illustration.
Figure 3-10. Removing the Upper Unit
Rev. B
3-9
3.2.3.4 High-Voltage Supply Board (PWB-F) Removal

1. 2. 3. Open the top cover. Remove 1 screw (#5) from the PWB-F cover. Remove the PWB-F cover.
Figure 3-11. Removing the PWB-F Cover

4. 5. 6. Remove the 4 screws (#5) from the PWB-F board. Disconnect 2 connectors. Remove the PWB-F board.
Figure 3-12. Removing the PWB-F
3-10
Rev. B
3.2.3.5 Power Supply Unit (PWB-E) Removal

1. 2. Remove the upper unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.3.) Remove 6 screws (#4:2, #7:2), and remove the PWB-E cover.
Figure 3-13. Remove the PWB-E Cover

3. 4. Disconnect connector CN207 from the C169 MAIN-B Board. Remove 4 screws (#4) and 2 screws (#6), and remove the PWB-E.
Figure 3-14. Removing the PWB-E
Rev. B
3-11
3.2.3.6 Fusing Unit Removal

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Open the top cover. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.3.) Remove the image transfer unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.2.) Remove 1 screw (#5), and remove the drive tension section of the fusing unit. Remove the transport gear. Release the hook of the spring and remove the drive gear section of the fusing unit.
ASSEMBLY POINTS
When rehooking the spring, be sure to hook it at the correct position.
drive gear section of the Fusing unit drive transport gear hook of the spring
drive tension section of the Fusing unit
Figure 3-15. Gear and Spring Position
6.
Remove 4 screws (#5), and remove fusing guide plate.
Figure 3-16. Removing the Fusing Guide Plate
3-12
Rev. B

7. Remove the harness cover.
Figure 3-17. Removing the Harness Cover

8. Remove the fusing entrance guide.
Figure 3-18. Removing the Fusing Entrance Guide
Rev. B
3-13

10. Remove 4 screws (#5), and remove the fusing unit.
Figure 3-19. Removing the Fusing Unit
ASSEMBLY POINTS
After reinstalling the fusing unit, check the direction of the bushings on the paper exit roller and the connection condition between the roller and the ground plate.
Figure 3-20. Roller Position
3-14
Rev. B
3.2.3.7 Fusing Unit Disassembly

This section describes how to remove the paper exit sensor, heater lamp, lower fusing roller, and upper fusing roller.
Heater Lamp
CAUTION
Do not touch the glass surface of the lamp with your bare hands.
1. 2. Remove the fusing guide plate. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.6.) Pull the heater lamp out of the lamp holder from the front side.
Figure 3-21. Removing the Heater Lamp
ASSEMBLY POINTS
When reinstalling the lamp, position its voltage indication to the left side (non-gear end.).
Rev. B
3-15
Disassembly and Assembly Thermistor

1. 2. Remove the fusing unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.6.) Remove the 1 screw (#4), and remove the thermistor.
Figure 3-22. Removing the Thermistor
ASSEMBL POINTS
When reinstalling the thermistor, wire the harness as shown below.
Figure 3-23. Wiring
3-16
Rev. B
EPL-5500 Service Manual Paper Separator

1. 2. Remove the fusing unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.6.) Release the lock of the holder and remove the 3 paper separator.
Figure 3-24. Removing the Paper Separator
ASSEMBLY POINTS
When reinstalling the paper separators, be careful of these positions as the middle one differs from others. Paper Exit Sensor
1. 2. Remove the fusing unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.6.) Remove the paper exit sensor.
Figure 3-25. Paper Exit Sensor
Rev. B
3-17
Disassembly and Assembly Fusing Roller

1. 2. Remove the fusing unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.6.) Remove the 2 G-rings from the fusing unit.
Figure 3-26. Removing the G-Rings
CAUTION
When reinstalling the G-rings: Be careful of the direction. Securely position them into the grooves of the fusing roller.
3. 4. Remove the upper fusing roller drive gear. Remove the upper fusing roller.
Figure 3-27. Removing the Upper Fusing Roller
3-18
Rev. B

5. Take out the lower fusing roller.
Figure 3-28. Removing the Lower Fusing Roller

Thermal Fuse
1. 2. Remove the fusing unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.6.) Remove 2 screws (#5), and remove the thermal fuse.
Figure 3-29. Removing the Thermal Fuse
Rev. B
3-19
3.2.3.8 Main Motor Removal

1. 2. Remove the housing components. (Refer to Section 3.2.1.1.) Remove 1 screw (#4) which fixing the motor bracket and the 2 screws (#2) which fixing the main motor, and remove the main motor together with the bracket.
Motor bracket Screw (#2)
Screw (#4)
Figure 3-30. Removing the Motor Bracket
Motor bracket
Main motor
Figure 3-31. Removing the Main Motor
3-20
Rev. B
3.2.3.9 Paper Take-Up Sensor and Paper Take-Up Solenoid Removal

1. 2. 3. 4. Remove the housing components. (Refer to Section 3.2.1.1.) Turn over the printer on its back. Remove the 4 screws (#6), and remove the ground plate. Turn up the lifting plate.
Screw (#6)
Ground plate
Figure 3-32. Removing the Ground Plate
ASSEMBLY POINT
When turnning up the lifting plate, be carefull with the grounding plate which overlapping the lifting plate.
5. 6. Remove the 2 screws (#6), and remove the paper guide assembly. Remove the paper take-up sensor and the paper take-up solenoid from the assembly.
Lifting plate Turn up the plate Screw (#6)
Paper guide ASSY.
Figure 3-33. Removing the Paper Guide ASSY.
Rev. B
3-21
3.2.3.10 Paper Take-Up Roller Removal

1. 2. 3. 4. Remove the main motor. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.8.) Remove the paper guide assembly. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.9.) Remove the 6 screws (#4:2, #5:4), and remove the left frame. Remove the 2 gears (GEAR 29/65T, GEAR 22/57T), specified in the figure below.
Remove Gears (2)
Paper Take-up Roller Shaft
Slide out
Figure 3-34. Removing the Gears

5. 6. At the bottom of the printer, remove the E-ring fixing the paper take-up roller shaft. Unhock the paper take-up roller and slide the shaft to the end of the shaft where the driven gear is attached, then remove the paper take-up roller.
ASSEMBLY POINT
When removing the paper take-up roller from the shaft, be sure not to lose the pin.
Paper Take-up Roller
E-Ring
Paper Take-up Roller Shaft
Figure 3-35. Removing the Paper Take-Up Roller

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Chapter 4
Adjustment
Table of Contents
4.1 ADJUSTMENT 4-1 4.1.1 Print Position Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
List of Figures
Figure 4-1. Print Position Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Adjustments
4.1 ADJUSTMENTS
This section describes the adjustment procedures for the EPL-5500. You must perform these adjustments after servicing the printer, especially when any component or part is replaced.
4.1.1 Print Position Adjustment

You can adjust the vertical print position on a sheet of paper by turning the image synchronizing volume control on the main board (C169 MAIN-B). After replacing a main board, be sure to adjust the print position using the procedure below. 1. 2. Print a status sheet. Check that the registration gap between the leading edge of the sheet and the horizontal line printed on the page is within the following range: 29.6 2.5 mm (1.17 0.01 inches) for a status sheet page on A4/letter paper: If the gap is not correct, adjust the print position as described in the next few steps.
29.6 mm
Leading Edge
EPSON EPL-5500
Status Sheet
Default Settings
Figure 4-1. Print Position Adjustment

3. 4. 5. Turn printer power off. Open the right cover and shield plate. (See Chapter 3.) Adjust the image synchronizing adjustment volume (VR201) on the main board (C169 MAIN-B) so that the gap for the print position of the horizontal line (down from the top edge of the sheet) becomes 29.6 mm (1.17 inches) . Turn VR201 clockwise to increase the gap for the print position of the horizontal line. Turn VR201 counterclockwise to decrease the gap. 6. 7. 8. 9. Turn on the printer. Print a status sheet again to check the print position. Repeat steps 5 to 7 until the print position is 29.6 mm (1.17 inches). Reattach the shield plate and right case.
Rev. B
4-1
Chapter 5
Troubleshooting
Table of Contents
5.1 OVERVIEW 5-1
5.2 SELF-DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION 5-1 5.2.1 SOFT ERROR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 5.2.2 Service Call Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 5.3 TROUBLESHOOTING 5-4 5.3.1 Troubleshooting of Abnormal Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 5.3.2 Print Quality Anomaly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
List of Tables
Table 5-1. SOFT ERROR Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 Table 5-2. Service Call A Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Table 5-3. Service Call B Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Table 5-4. Symptoms and Reference Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Table 5-5. The Printer Does Not Operate at All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 Table 5-6. Both LED Lights Do Not Come On. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 Table 5-7. The LED Does Not Come On (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 Table 5-8. The LED Does Not Come On (2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 Table 5-9. The LED Does Not Come On (3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 Table 5-10. The LED Does Not Come On (4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Table 5-11. Software Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Table 5-12. Fusing Unit Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Table 5-13. The Fan Motor Error. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Table 5-14. Scanner Motor Error. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Table 5-15. Laser Light Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Table 5-16. Communication Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Table 5-17. EEPROM Write Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Table 5-18. Engine Initialize Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Table 5-19. C1000 or C1001 Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Table 5-20. C1002 Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Table 5-21. C1003 Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11 Table 5-22. C1130 Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11 Table 5-23. C1170 Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11 Table 5-24. C1180 Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11 Table 5-25. C1300 or C1310 Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11 Table 5-26. C1320 Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12 Table 5-27. C1990 Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12 Table 5-28. Print Quality Anomaly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Troubleshooting
5.1 OVERVIEW
The EPL-5500 has a sophisticated, built-in, self-diagnostic function that reduces the troubleshooting time by identifying failed parts or components. This self-diagnostic test identifies the troubleshooting problems for page printers, in which even a trivial failure can result in a serious print quality problem.
5.2 SELF-DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION

This section describes the self-diagnostic function in which the controller automatically checks the operating conditions of each component. If any abnormality is detected, the printer prints an error message on the status sheet or displays a message with the LED lights.
5.2.1 SOFT ERROR

When the printer detects an error relating to a software operation, the printer indicates it as "SOFT ERROR" by slowly flashing the red LED light. By pressing the button on the control panel, the printer prints the status sheet with error information. Table 5-1 lists the soft error codes.
Table 5-1. SOFT ERROR Code List

Error Code C0001 C0002 C0003 C0004 C0007 C0009 C0010 CPU error (reserved) CPU error (programming command error) CPU error (illegal instruction) CPU error (unsupported FPU instruction) CPU error (address misalignment) CPU error (reserved) CPU error (tag overflow) Error Condition
C0017 to 31 CPU error (unsupported interrupt) C0036 CPU error (unsupported coprocessor instruction)
C0128 to 254 CPU error (unimplemented instruction) C0255 Axxxx Bxxxx Dxxxx CPU error (break error) Software error Software error Software error
Fxxxx to Zxxxx Software error
Rev. B
5-1
Troubleshooting
5.2.2 Service Call Error

If the printer detects a fatal error that unrecoverable by the user, the printer indicates it with the LED lights as "Service Call Error". There are two types of "Service Call Error" as explained below, and each error is indicated by the LED lights of the control panel in different manner.
Service Call A Errors

Indication: First, yellow and red LED lights go on and off twice alternately. Then, both yellow and red LED lights go on and off a number of times correspondning to the error number in the table 5-2. "Fan motor error" (error number = 2) Order 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 LED (Yellow) ON OFF ON OFF OFF ON OFF ON OFF LED (Red) OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF Interval Short Short Short Short Long Short Short Short Long Error code = "2" (LED on for 2 times) State Service call error indication
Example:
Table 5-2. Service Call A Error

Error No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Error Code E0003 E0005 E0006 E0009 E0014 C1200 C1400 Fusing unit error Fan motor error Scanner mirror motor error Laser light error Communication error for engine controller and video controller EEPROM write error Engine initialize error Error Condition
Service call B error

Indication: First, yellow and red LED lights go on and off three times alternately to indicate that the printer start to display "Service Call B Error". The error number of "Service Call B Error" consists of 4 digits number, and each LED light indicates corresponding number from 4th digit to 1st digit in the following order: Yellow LED: Red LED: Yellow LED: Red LED: 4th digit (X---) 3rd digit(-X--) 2nd digit (--X-) 1st digit (---X)
5-2
Rev. B
Troubleshooting
Note that if any digit of corresponding error number is "0", both yellow and red LED lights go on and off once at the same time.
Rev. B
5-3
Troubleshooting
Example: Order 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 "Standard ROM error" (error number = 1130) LED (Yellow) ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF LED (Red) OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF ON OFF Interval Short Short Short Short Short Short Long Short Long Short Long Short Short Short Short Short Long Short Long 1st digit = "0" 2nd digit = "3" 3rd digit = "1" 4th digit = "1"
State Service Call Error B indication
Error code = "1130"
Table 5-3. Service Call B Error
5-4
Rev. B

Error No. Error Code 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 3 3 3 9 2 0 0 0 0 3 7 8 0 1 2 9 1 0 1 2 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 C1000 C1001 C1002 C1003 C1130 C1170 C1180 C1300 C1310 C1320 C1999 RAM Validation error System RAM check error Standard RAM error Optional RAM (SIMM) error Standard ROM error Optional NLSP fonts ROM error Optional ROM SIMM error Optional Type-B I/F error Unsupported Type-B I/F installed LocalTalk I/F error Other hardware error Error Condition
Troubleshooting
Rev. B
5-5
Troubleshooting
5.3 TROUBLESHOOTING
This section describes troubleshooting abnormal operations and print quality problems.
5.3.1 Troubleshooting of Abnormal Operation

This section describes how to detect malfunctions, and determine the cause, and it suggests what actions to take for various types of malfunctions. Each paragraph refers you to a detailed troubleshooting table.
Table 5-4. Symptoms and Reference Tables

Symptom The printer does not operate at all Printer Condition The heater lamp in fusing unit does not come on, and so neither LED light is on. Reference Table 5-5 5-6 5-7 5-8 5-9 5-10 5-11 5-12 5-13 5-14 5-15 5-16 5-17 5-18 5-19 5-20 5-21 5-22 5-23 5-24 5-25 5-26 5-27
Yellow and LED lights do not comeThe heater lamp in the fusing unit comes on, but on the LED lights are not on. LED light is on The LED light goes on after power on. The LED light goes on when printing starts. The LED light is on when printing starts from the lower paper cassette. Paper jam. Software error Fusing unit error Fan motor error Scanner motor error Laser light error Communication error for engine EEPROM write error Engine initialize error Error code C1000 or C1001 Error code C1002 Error code C1003 Error code C1130 Error code C1170 Error code C1180 Error code C1300 or C1310 Error code C1320 Error code C1990 The printer indicates a software error on the status sheet. A fusing unit error is displayed. A fan motor error is displayed. A scanner motor error is displayed. A laser light error is displayed A communication error is displayed. An EEPROM write error is displayed. An engine initialize error is displayed. A C1000 or C1001 is displayed. A C1002 is displayed. A C1003 is displayed. A C1130 is displayed. A C1170 is displayed. A C1180 is displayed. A C1300 or C1310 is displayed. A C1320 is displayed. A C1990 is displayed.
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Rev. B
Troubleshooting
Table 5-5. The Printer Does Not Operate at All

Cause Connector CN207 on the C169 MAIN-B Board may be disconnected. The fuse on the PWB-E board may be blown. PWB-E board may be dead. 3 Step Checkpoint Is connector CN207 on the C169 MAIN-B Board disconnected? Has the fuse blown on the PWB-E board? With power on, is there an output of +5 VDC between pin 4 (+) and pin 3 () for CN207 on C169 MAIN-B Board? Finding Solution Connect CN207 on the board. Replace the fuse. Replace the PWB-E board.
Yes
Yes
No
C169 MAIN-B Board may be dead.
Replace the C169 MAIN-B Board.
Table 5-6. Both LED Lights Do Not Come On

Cause The C169 MAIN-B Board may be dead. Step 1 Checkpoint If you change the C169 MAIN-B Board, do the LEDs come on? Finding Yes Solution Replace the C169 MAIN-B Board.
Table 5-7. The LED Does Not Come On (1)
Rev. B
5-7
Troubleshooting
Cause The interlock switch lever is bad. The interlock switch may be dead. The PWB-E board may be dead. 3 Step 1 2 Checkpoint Does the switch turn on when the case is closed? Does the switch toggle? (Check with a multimeter.) With power on, is there an output of +24 VDC between pin 1 (+) and pin 2 () for CN207 on C169 MAIN-B board? Is the paper take-up sensor flag position OK? Is the paper exit sensor flag position OK? Is the paper take-up sensor connector disconnected? Is the paper exit sensor connector disconnected?

Finding No No Solution Replace the interlock lever. Replace the interlock switch. Replace the PWB-E board. No
The paper take-up sensor flag position may be incorrect. The paper exit sensor flag position may be incorrect. The paper take-up sensor connector may be disconnected. The paper connector disconnected. exit may sensor be
4 5
No No
Reposition the paper take-up sensor flag. Reposition the paper exit sensor flag. Connect it.
Yes Connect it. Yes Replace it. Replace it.
The paper exit sensor may be dead. The paper take-up sensor may be dead.
8 9
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Rev. B
Troubleshooting

Cause The paper take-up solenoid coil may be open or shorted. Step Checkpoint Disconnect connector CN203 on the C169 MAIN-B Board and check the coil resistance between pin 5 and pin 6 on the disconnected cable side of the connector, using a multimeter. Is the resistance approximately 80 ohms? If the coil is shorted, check the solenoid drive circuit using the procedure below: 1. Set the multimeter for voltage. 2. Place the () terminal of the multimeter on pin 5 of connector CN207 on the C169 MAIN-B Board. 3. Place the (+) terminal of the multimeter on pin 6 (GND). With power on, does the multimeter detect any current? Continued on next page Finding Solution Replace the paper take-up solenoid.
No
Replace the paper take-up solenoid and the C169 MAIN-B Board.
Yes
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Troubleshooting
Table 5-8. The LED Does Not Come On (2) (Continued)

Cause The main motor coil may be open or shorted. Step Checkpoint Disconnect connector CN206 on the C169 MAIN-B Board, and check the coil resistance between: pin 1 and pin 2; pin 3 and pin 4 (2 points total) on the disconnected cable side of the connector, using a multimeter. Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 Are the resistances of all four points approximately 10 ohms? If any coil is shorted, check the main motor drive circuit using the following procedure: 1. Set the multimeter to voltage. 2. Place the () terminal of the multimeter on pins 1, 2, 3, or 6 of connector CN206 on the C169 MAIN-B board. 3. Place the (+) terminal on pin 2 of connector CN207 of the C169 MAIN-B Board (GND). With power on, does the multimeter detect current? Is paper take-up sensor flag position incorrect? Finding Solution Replace motor. the main
No
Yes
Paper take-up sensor flag position may be incorrect. Paper take-up roller may be bad.
3 4
Yes
Reseat the paper take-up sensor flag. Replace the paper take-up roller.
5-10
Rev. B
Troubleshooting

Cause The standard problems. tray has Step 1 Checkpoint Is the standard tray OK? Disconnect junction connector near the solenoid and check the coil resistance between pin 1 and pin 2 on the disconnected solenoid side of the connector, using a multimeter. Is the resistance approximately 80 ohms? If the coil is shorted, check the solenoid drive circuit using the following procedure: 1. Set the multimeter to voltage. 2. Place the () terminal on pin of connector CN2 on the lower paper cassette board. 3. Place the (+) terminal on of ground of CN1. With power on, does the multimeter detect any current? 3 Finding No Solution Refer to Table 5-8. Replace the paper take-up solenoid.
The paper take-up solenoid coil for the lower paper cassette may be open or shorted.
No
Replace the paper take-up solenoid and circuit board of lower paper cassette.
Yes
The paper take-up roller in the lower paper cassette may be bad.
Replace the paper take-up roller.
Rev. B
5-11
Troubleshooting

Cause The consumables may not be installed. The paper take-up roller may be bad. The paper feed roller may be bad. The fusing unit may be bad. Step 1 2 3 4 Checkpoint Are the consumables installed? Does paper always jam in paper take-up roller area? Does paper always jam in the paper feed roller area? Does paper always jam in the fusing unit? Finding No Yes Yes Yes Solution Install consumables. the
Replace the paper take-up roller. Replace the paper feed roller. Replace it.
Table 5-11. Software Errors

Cause The C169 MAIN-B Board may be bad. Step 1 Checkpoint Finding Solution Replace it.
Table 5-12. Fusing Unit Error

Cause The connector for thermistor may disconnected. the be Step Checkpoint Is the connector for thermistor disconnected? the Yes Replace the C169 MAIN-B Board. Replace the heater lamp or thermal fuse in the fusing unit. Replace the PWB-E board. Finding Solution Connect it.
The C169 MAIN-B Board may be dead. The heater lamp or thermal fuse in the fusing unit may be bad. The PWB-E board may be dead.
Does the heater lamp remain lit up until the error occurs? Does the heater lamp come on at power on?
Yes
No
Table 5-13. The Fan Motor Error

Cause Connector CN211 on the C169 MAIN-B Board may be disconnected. The fan motor may be dead. Step Checkpoint Is connector CN211 on the C169 MAIN-B Board disconnected? Finding Solution Connect it. Yes Replace it.
1 2
Table 5-14. The Scanner Motor Error
5-12
Rev. B

Cause The optical unit may be bad. The C169 MAIN-B Board may be bad. Step 1 2 Checkpoint Finding
Troubleshooting
Solution Replace the optical unit. Replace the C169 MAIN-B Board.
Rev. B
5-13
Troubleshooting
Table 5-15. Laser Light Error

Cause The optical unit may be dead. The C169 MAIN-B Board may be dead. Step 1 2 Checkpoint Finding Solution Replace the optical unit. Replace the C169 MAIN-B Board.
Table 5-16. Communication Error

Cause The C169 MAIN-B Board may be bad. Step 1 Checkpoint Finding Solution Replace the C169 MAIN-B Board.
Table 5-17. EEPROM Write Error

Cause The EEPROM is may be bad. The C169 MAIN-B Board may be bad. Step 1 2 Checkpoint Finding Solution Replace EEPROM. the
Table 5-18. Engine Initialize Error

Table 5-19. C1000 or C1001 Error

Cause The optional SIMM may be bad. The C169 MAIN-B Board may be bad. Step 1 2 Checkpoint Is operation OK after you remove the optional SIMM? Finding Yes Solution Replace the SIMM. Replace the MAIN-B Board. C169
Table 5-20. C1002 Error

5-14
Rev. B
Troubleshooting

Cause The optional SIMM may be bad. The C169 MAIN-B Board may be bad. Step Checkpoint Is the operation OK after you remove the optional SIMM? Finding Solution Replace the SIMM. Yes Replace the MAIN-B Board. C169

Cause The program ROMs on the C169 MAIN-B Board may be bad. The C169 MAIN-B Board may be bad. Step Checkpoint Is operation OK after you replace the ROM? Finding Solution Replace the program ROMs on the C169 MAIN-B Board. Replace the MAIN-B Board. C169

Cause The ROM (IC11) on the C169 MAIN-B Board may be bad. The C169 MAIN-B Board may be bad. Step Checkpoint Is operation OK after you replace the ROM? Finding Solution Replace the ROM (IC11) on the C169 MAIN-B Board. Replace the MAIN-B Board. C169

Cause The ROM SIMM may be bad. The C169 MAIN-B Board may be bad. Step 1 2 Checkpoint Is operation OK after you replace the ROM SIMM? Finding Solution Replace SIMM. the ROM C169
Replace the MAIN-B Board.
Table 5-25. C1300 or C1310 Error

Cause The optional interface card (Type-B) may be bad. The C169 MAIN-B Board may be bad. Step 1 Checkpoint Finding Solution Replace the optional interface card or Type-B EX box. Replace the MAIN-B Board. C169
Rev. B
5-15
Troubleshooting

Cause The optional interface card may be bad. The C169 MAIN-B Board may be bad. Step 1 2 Checkpoint Finding Solution Replace the optional interface card. Replace the MAIN-B Board. C169

Cause The C169 MAIN-B Board may be bad. Step 1 Checkpoint Finding Solution Replace the MAIN-B Board. C169
5-16
Rev. B
Troubleshooting
5.4.2 Print Quality Anomalies

This section describes how to isolate possible causes of a print quality problem .
Table 5-28. Print Quality Anomalies

Symptom Low image density Possible Cause Part Name Check Item Remedy Replace board. the PWB-F image
Poor development PWB-F board Image problem transferImage unit
the transferCheck to see if theReplace surface of imagetransfer unit. transfer unit is damaged. Replace board. the
PWB-F board Defective PC drum Photoconductor unit Improper print density setting Foggy background
PWB-F
Replace the photoconductor unit. Adjust the print density using printer settings. Replace the cartridge. Replace board. the toner PWB-F
Poor development Toner cartridge Improper charging Drum charge
the Check the wiring of theReplace PC drum charging biasphotoconductor unit. line.
Improper print density setting
Adjust the print density in printer settings.
Rev. B
5-17
Troubleshooting
Table 5-28. Print Quality Anomalies (Continued)

Symptom Blank print Possible Cause Part Name Check Item Check whether toner cartridge installed properly. Remedy theReinstall iscartridge. Replace board. Replace board. the toner
Poor development Imaging cartridge PWB-F board Improper charging PWB-F board Poor transfer imageImage unit
the the
PWB-F PWB-F image PWB-F
transferCheck the surface ofReplace the the image transfer unit. transfer unit. Replace board. the
PWB-F board Improper print density setting Defective unit Black print opticalOptical unit
Adjust the print density in SelecType. Replace the optical unit. Replace the photoconductor unit. Replace board. Replace cartridge. Replace board. the the the PWB-F toner PWB-F
Improper charging Photoconductor unit PWB-F board
Poor development Toner cartridge PWB-F board Improper print density setting Defective unit opticalOptical unit
Adjust the print density in SelecType Replace the optical unit. Replace the cartridge. imaging
White/black lines andImproper charging Photoconducbands. tor unit
Poor development PWB-F board
Replace board. Replace cartridge.
the the
PWB-F toner
Toner cartridge Dirt on the fusingFusing roller roller
Clean the fusing roller.
5-18
Rev. B
Troubleshooting
Table 5-28. Print Quality Anomalies (Continued)

Symptom Possible Cause Part Name Check Item Remedy Replace board. Replace board. the the PWB-F PWB-F
Toner smudges onImproper charging PWB-F the back side of the sheet. Poor development PWB-F Improper fusing Fusing unit
Replace the fusing unit.
Offset print
Improper fusing
Fusing unit
Replace the fusing unit.
White spots
Poor transfer
imageImage unit PWB-F
transfer
Replace the transfer unit. Replace board. the
image PWB-F
Rev. B
5-19
Chapter 6
Maintenance
Table of Contents
6.1 MAINTENANCE 6.1.1 User Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1.1.1 Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1.1.2 Replacement of Consumables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1.2 Service Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1.2.1 Periodic Service Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1.2.2 Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 6-1 6-1 6-2 6-2 6-2 6-2
List of Figures
Figure 6-1. Position of the Special Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Figure 6-2. Cleaning the Electrode Comb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
List of Tables
Table 6-1. Periodic Service Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Table 6-2. Cleaning Parts and Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
6-ii
Rev. A
Maintenance
6.1 MAINTENANCE
The EPL-5500 is a page printer that uses an electrophotographic printing method. Unlike most impact or ink-jet printers, the key components in the electrophotographic process are integrated into two expendable units (the photoconductor unit and toner cartridge). Therefore, periodic replacement of them is essential to ensure high-quality output. Other maintenance items are also described in this chapter, which is divided into two sections: user maintenance (preventive maintenance) and service maintenance (repair).
6.1.1 User Maintenance

Users can achieve maximum print quality from the printer by following the procedures below:
6.1.1.1 Cleaning
This section describes the cleaning required for optimal print quality. External Cleaning
Be sure to disconnect the printer from the power outlet before cleaning it. Wipe the cover and external parts of the printer with a damp cloth that has been soaked in a neutral cleaning solution. Internal Cleaning
Be sure the printer has been disconnected from the power supply and that the fusing unit has cooled down. If the electrode comb of the image transfer unit is dirty, clean it with a special tool, using the following steps:
Figure 6-1. Position of the Special Tool

1. 2. Pick up the electrode comb cleaner from the upper unit. Wipe the electrode comb surface from end to end with the electrode comb cleaner several times.
Electrode Comb Cleaner Cleaner section
Pre-image Transfer Roller Image Transfer Rear Guide
Figure 6-2. Cleaning the Electrode Comb

Rev. B 6-1
Maintenance
6.1.1.2 Replacement of Consumables

This printer uses a consumable photoconductor unit and toner cartridge. The life of photoconductor unit is 20,000 pages and the toner cartridge life is 3,000 pages, when printing on A4- or letter-size pages with a 5% print ratio. If printed images become faint, remove the toner cartridge and gently shake it. This will distribute the toner and may make the images darker. If the image is still too light, replace the toner cartridge cartridge. If the printed image remains faint after you have replaced the toner cartridge, change the photoconductor unit.
6.1.2 Service Maintenance

This section describes the periodic service maintenance and the cleaning required.
6.1.2.1 Periodic Service Maintenance

The following units need service maintenance periodically, because they are subject to functional deterioration as the total number of printed pages increases, resulting in bad print quality.
Table 6-1. Periodic Service Maintenance

Unit Image transfer unit Fusing unit Service Interval Approx. 50,000 pages Approx. 50,000 pages
The service interval listed above is only a reference value. You do not need to perform service maintenance exactly at this time.
6.1.2.2 Cleaning
Some parts of this printer require regular cleaning. Clean each part using the specified method and tools. (Refer to Chapter 3 for disassembly procedures.)
Table 6-2. Cleaning Parts and Procedures

Parts Name Paper take-up roller Upper fusing roller (in fusing unit) Lower fusing roller (in fusing unit) Thermistor (in fusing unit) Paper separator and rollers (in fusing unit) Dip a soft cloth in denatured alcohol and wipe the dust off. Cleaning Procedure Wipe the surface with a dry soft cloth. Dip a soft cloth in silicon oil and wipe the dust off.
6-2
Rev. B
Maintenance
Rev. B
6-3
Appendix A
Table of Contents
Reference Materials
A.1 CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS A-1 A.1.1 Main Board (C169 MAIN-B Board) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4 A.2 CIRCUIT DIAGRAM A.3 CIRCUIT BOARD COMPONENT LAYOUT A-11 A-16
List of Figures
Figure A-1. Cable Connections for the Video Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1 Figure A-2. Cable Connections for the Engine Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2 Figure A-3. C169 MAIN-B Circuit Diagram (1/2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-11 Figure A-4. C169 MAIN-B Circuit Diagram (2/2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-13 Figure A-5. PWB-E (120V) Circuit Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-14 Figure A-6. PWB-E (220/240V) Circuit Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-15 Figure A-7. C169 MAIN-B Component Layout (Front) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-16 Figure A-8. C169 MAIN-B Component Layout (Rear) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-17
List of Tables
Table A-1. Board Connector Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-3 Table A-2. CN2 Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4 Table A-3. CN4 Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-5 Table A-4. CN5 Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-7 Table A-5. CN202 Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-8 Table A-6. CN203 Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-8 Table A-7. CN204 Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-9 Table A-8. CN205 Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-9 Table A-9. CN206 Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-9 Table A-10. CN207 Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-9 Table A-11. CN208 Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-9 Table A-12. CN209 Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-10 Table A-13. CN210 Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-10 Table A-14. CN211 Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-10
Appendix
A.1 CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS

Figures A-1 and A-2 illustrate the interconnection of the primary components. Table A-1 gives the size and a description of each connector.
C169 MAIN-B Boad Video Controller Section CN1 Parallel I/F
CN2 RAM SIMM
CN4 LocalTalk/Serial I/F module or Type-B EX
ROM SIMM
CN5
Figure A-1. Connections for the Video Controller
Rev. A
A-1
Appendix
Main motor

CN206 1 2 3 4
A A B B
M1
Po lyg on mot or C N 1 M 1 2
C169 MAIN-B Board
CN2 10
5 4 3 2 1 POLYGON CTL DC 5V GND D C2 4V N . C.
M2
3 4
Fan mot or
CN211
1 FA N 2 D C2 4V
M3
Paper Exit sen sor
C N3 S 3
CN2 08 1 A N OD E (PC 1 )
2 1
2 GND 3 PC3
PC3
Paper Take-up sensor C N1 S 3 2 1
CN2 03 1 ANODE (PC1)
2 GND 3 PC1
4 N . C.
PC1
Paper Take-up solenoid CN2 S 1 2 2 1
5 D C24V 6 F EE D 1
CN205 D C 5V L DATA GND L D APC 1 (L DV R1 ) LD APC1 (LDVR2) CO 7 6 5 4 3 2 S SCAN 1 CN 1 D 1 P WB -D 2 3 Laser diode drive board 4 5 6 7
SL 1
Fusing roller Thermistor
TH1
CN1F 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
CN202 1 T HER MOST OR 2 DC5 V
CN204
P WB -F Image transfer housing High voltage unit
Image transfer charger
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
P WB -S
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
HV C HV T HV SEL1 HV SEL2 HV B BIAS MON GN D D C2 4V
CN2 07
C N 1E 1 2 3 4 5
C N3 E
Fusing roller heater lamp H1
1 2 3 4 FUSE R LA MP 5
D C2 4V GN D GN D D C5 V
H EAT N 1 N.C. 2 HEA T L 3

P W B -E
TF 1 Fusing roller thermal fuse
Pow er unit
C N1 A CN2 09
12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 8 D C2 4V F EE D 2 N.C. DC5 V GND P E MP 2 PSIZE0 2 N D BI N mm/inc h UNIVERSAL C H EC K1 CH ECK 2
Inter lock switc h
Inlet board
Power S W
Inlet
Paper Take-up solenoid P WB -A
SL2
1 D C24V
2 FE ED 2
2nd paper feeding unit (option)
Figure A-2. Cable Connections for the Engine Controller
A-2
Rev. A
Appendix
Table A-1. Board Connector Summary

Connector Description Pins Reference
Main Board (C169 MAIN-B Board)

CN1 CN2 CN3 CN4 CN5 CN6 CN7 CN202 CN203 CN204 CN205 CN206 CN207 CN208 CN209 CN210 CN211 Centronics parallel interface Connector for RAM SIMM (Not used) Connector for LocalTalk/Serial I/F Module or Type-B EX Connector for ROM SIMM (Not used) (Not used) Connector for thermistor 36 pins 72 pins 20 pins 60 pins 72 pins 80 pins 40 pins 2 pins Table 1-8 Table A-2 Table A-3 Table A-4 Table A-5 Table A-6 Table A-7 Table A-8 Table A-9 Table A-10 Table A-11 Table A-12 Table A-13 Table A-14
Connector for paper take-up solenoid and paper take-up sensor 6 pins Connector for high-voltage supply board (PWB-S and PWB-F 8 pins board) Connector for optical unit Connector for motor Connector for power supply board (PWB-E board) Connector for paper exit sensor Connector for lower paper cassette Connector for optical unit Connector for fan 7 pins 4 pins 5 pins 3 pins 12 pins 5 pins 2 pins
Power Supply Board (PWB-E Board)

CN1 CN2 CN3 Connector for AC power inlet Connector for main board Connector for heater lamp 4 pins 5 pin 3 pins Table A-11
High-Voltage Supply Board (PWB-F Board)

CN1 CN2 Connector for main board Connector for paper take-up sensor 8 pins 3 pins Table A-7
Rev. A
A-3
Appendix
A.1.1 Main Board (C169 MAIN-B Board) Table A-2. CN2 Pin Assignments
Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 Signal Name Vss DQ0 DQ16 DQ1 DQ17 DQ2 DQ18 DQ3 DQ19 Vcc NC MA0 MA1 MA2 MA3 MA4 MA5 MA6 MA10 DQ4 DQ20 DQ5 DQ21 DQ6 DQ22 DQ7 DQ23 MA7 NC Vcc MA8 MA9 RAS3 RAS2 MP2 MP0 MP1 MP3 Vss CAS0 CAS2 CAS3 CAS1 RAS0 RAS1 NC WE NC DQ8 I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O O O O O O O O O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O O O O O O O O O O O O O I/O Description Ground Data bus bit 0 Data bus bit 16 Data bus bit 1 Data bus bit 17 Data bus bit 2 Data bus bit 18 Data bus bit 3 Data bus bit 19 +5 VDC Not connected Memory address bit 0 Memory address bit 1 Memory address bit 2 Memory address bit 3 Memory address bit 4 Memory address bit 5 Memory address bit 6 Memory address bit 10 Data bus bit 4 Data bus bit 20 Data bus bit 5 Data bus bit 21 Data bus bit 6 Data bus bit 22 Data bus bit 7 Data bus bit 23 Memory address bit 7 Not connected +5 VDC Memory address bit 8 Memory address bit 9 RAS 3 RAS 2 Not used Not used Not used Not used Ground CAS 0 CAS 2 CAS 3 CAS 1 RAS 0 RAS 1 Not connected Write enable Not connected Data bus bit 8
A-4
Rev. A
Appendix
Table A-2. CN2 Pin Assignments (Continued)

Pin No. 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 Signal Name DQ24 DQ9 DQ25 DQ10 DQ26 DQ11 DQ27 DQ12 DQ28 Vcc DQ29 DQ13 DQ30 DQ14 DQ31 DQ14 NC PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 NC Vss I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O Description Data bus bit 24 Data bus bit 9 Data bus bit 25 Data bus bit 10 Data bus bit 26 Data bus bit 11 Data bus bit 27 Data bus bit 12 Data bus bit 28 +5 VDC Data bus bit 29 Data bus bit 13 Data bus bit 30 Data bus bit 14 Data bus bit 31 Data bus bit 14 Not connected Not used Not used Not used Not used Not connected Ground
Table A-3. CN4 Pin Assignments

Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Signal Name PCLK RST GND GND GND GND DB0 DB1 DB2 DB3 DB4 DB5 DB6 DB7 AB0 AB1 AB2 AB3 AB4 CS I/O O O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O O O O O O O Description Clock Reset signal Ground Ground Ground Ground Data bus bit 0 Data bus bit 1 Data bus bit 2 Data bus bit 3 Data bus bit 4 Data bus bit 5 Data bus bit 6 Data bus bit 7 Address bus bit 0 Address bus bit 1 Address bus bit 2 Address bus bit 3 Address bus bit 4 Select signal
Rev. A
A-5
Appendix

Pin No. 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 Signal Name RD WR IREQ NMI DREQ DTCT VCC VCC VCC VCC TXD+ TXDRXD+ RXDDTR CTS NC NC LCD SWRD GND GND GND GND RESET INH CMREQ WRRDY RDREQ WRT RDT TYPB TXD READY RXD NC VCC VCC VCC VCC I/O O O O O O I O O I I I O O I Description Read strobe signal Write strobe signal Interrupt to option Non-maskable interrupt Data request LT option used/unused +5 VDC +5 VDC +5 VDC +5 VDC Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Ground Ground Ground Ground Reset signal I/F disabled Request command I/F ready Data read request Write enable Read enable Type-B I/F used/unused Not used Not used Not used Not connected +5 VDC +5 VDC +5 VDC +5 VDC
A-6
Rev. A
Appendix

Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 Signal Name Vss D0 D16 D1 D17 D2 D18 D3 D19 Vcc RD A0 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A10 D4 D20 D5 D21 D6 D22 D7 D23 A7 A19 Vcc A8 A9 A20 EEP RESET A21 A22 A23 Vss A11 A13 A14 A12 CS0 CS1 A18 WR A17 D8 I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O O O O O O O O O O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O I/O Description Ground Data bus bit 0 Data bus bit 16 Data bus bit 1 Data bus bit 17 Data bus bit 2 Data bus bit 18 Data bus bit 3 Data bus bit 19 +5 VDC Read strobe Address bit 0 Address bit 1 Address bit 2 Address bit 3 Address bit 4 Address bit 5 Address bit 6 Address bit 10 Data bus bit 4 Data bus bit 20 Data bus bit 5 Data bus bit 21 Data bus bit 6 Data bus bit 22 Data bus bit 7 Data bus bit 23 Address bit 7 Address bit 19 +5 VDC Address bit 8 Address bit 9 Address bit 20 Chip select Reset signal Address bit 21 Address bit 22 Address bit 23 Ground Address bit 11 Address bit 13 Address bit 14 Address bit 12 Chip select Chip select Address bit 18 Write enable Address bit 17 Data bus bit 8
Rev. A
A-7
Appendix

Pin No. 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 Signal Name D24 D9 D25 D10 D26 D11 D27 D12 D28 Vcc D29 D13 D30 D14 D31 D14 A16 R/B NC NC NC A15 Vss I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O O O Description Data bus bit 24 Data bus bit 9 Data bus bit 25 Data bus bit 10 Data bus bit 26 Data bus bit 11 Data bus bit 27 Data bus bit 12 Data bus bit 28 +5 VDC Data bus bit 29 Data bus bit 13 Data bus bit 30 Data bus bit 14 Data bus bit 31 Data bus bit 14 Address bit 7 Not used Not connected Not connected Not connected Address bit 15 Ground

Pin No. Signal Name +5 1 TH 2 I/O I Description +5 VDC Fuser temperature

Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Signal Name PS1 GND1 PS1 NC +24V FEED1 I/O I I O Description Paper take-up sensor Ground Paper take-up sensor No connected +24 VDC Paper take-up solenoid drive
A-8
Rev. A
Appendix

Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Signal Name HV-C HV-T HV-S HV-S2 HV-B BIAS-M GND2 +24 I/O I O Description
Ground +24 VDC

Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Signal Name SSCAN LD-CTL LDAPC2 LDAPC1 GND1 LDATA +5V I/O I I O O O Description Horizontal synchronous signal Laser power signal Laser power adjust 2 Laser power adjust 1 Ground Laser data +5 VDC

Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Signal Name A A B B I/O O O O O Description Motor phase A Motor phase A Motor phase B Motor phase B

Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 Signal Name +24V GND2 GND1 +5V FUSER I/O O Description +24 VDC Ground Ground +5 VDC Heater lamp on

Pin No. Signal Name PS3 1 GND 2 PS3 3 I/O I I Description Paper exit sensor (+5V) Ground Paper exit sensor (SGL)
Rev. A
A-9
Appendix

Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Signal Name +24 V FEED2 NC +5V GND1 PE2 PSIZ0 PSIZ1 PSIZE2 CHECK1 CHECK2 CHECK3 I/O O I Description +24 VDC Lower cassette solenoid on No connected +5 VDC Ground Lower cassette paper empty

Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 Signal Name NC +24V GND2 +5V P-CTL I/O O Description Not connected +24 VDC Ground +5 VDC Polygon motor control

Pin No. Signal Name +24V 1 FAN 2 I/O O Description +24 VDC Fan control
A-10
Rev. A
Appendix
A.2 CIRCUIT DIAGRAMS

A24 R30 A25 R69 A26 R70 A21 R108 10K 10K 10K 10K RM9 1K 4321 1 2 3 4 R11 RM6 10K 10K 87 65 12 34 AD0 AD1 AD2 AD3 AD4 AD5 AD6 AD7 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 IC4 AD0 AD1 AD2 AD3 AD4 AD5 AD6 AD7 CE RW READY IRL0 IRL1 IRL2 IRL3 MCLK RESET PIRDY SIRDY TBRDY SCRDY OPTI0 OPTI1 OPTI2 OPTI3 OPTI4 NMI DATA1 DATA2 DATA3 DATA4 DATA5 DATA6 DATA7 DATA8 DIR STRB SELIN AUTO INIT ACK BUSY PE SELOT ERR TXD RXD RTS CTS SRXD BCLK EPRDY CPRDY PRRDY PRINT PRFD ETBSY CTBSY SRCLK STS CMD VSREQ LCD LED SWRD LCLK SWINT BZ 98 97 96 95 94 93 92 91 88 80 81 82 79 87 86 85 83 84 76 73 75 72 74 71 121 112 120 111 110 119 113 114 118 117 122 20 21 22 23 126 24 1 2 3 4 RM1 8 7 6 5 68 RM2 8 7 6 5 68 1 2 3 4 5678 RM10 1K 43 21 56 78 C26 C27 C28 C29 RM8 1K 470P 470P 470P 470P 4 321 5 678 R29 1K IRL[0..3] A[2..27] AD[0..7] 6 20 28 32 37 38 49 52 63 66 74 76 87 98 101 109 111 118 132 135 139 144 151 154 C2 0.1U C3 0.1U C4 0.1U C47 0.1U C48 0.1U 153 150 145 138 136 131 119 114 110 105 97 86 79 77 75 67 56 51 48 39 36 33 27 21 7 VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS IC1 VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9 D10 D11 D12 D13 D14 D15 D16 D17 D18 D19 D20 D21 D22 D23 D24 D25 D26 D27 D28 D29 D30 D31 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18 A19 A20 A21 A22 A23 A24 A25 A26 A27 85 84 83 82 81 80 78 73 72 71 70 69 65 64 62 61 59 58 55 54 53 50 47 46 45 44 43 41 40 35 34 31 155 156 157 158 159 160 1 2 3 4 5 8 9 10 11 13 14 16 17 19 22 24 25 26 29 30 R111 R112 R113 R114 R115 R116 R117 R118 R119 R120 R121 R122 R123 R124 R125 R126 R127 R128 R129 R130 R131 R132 R133 R134 R135 R136 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9 D10 D11 D12 D13 D14 D15 D16 D17 D18 D19 D20 D21 D22 D23 D24 D25 D26 D27 D28 D29 D30 D31 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18 A19 A20 A21 A22 A23 A24 A25 A26 A27 DR0 DR1 DR2 DR3 DR4 DR5 DR6 DR7 DR8 DR9 DR10 DR11 DR12 DR13 DR14 DR15 DR16 DR17 DR18 DR19 DR20 DR21 DR22 DR23 DR24 DR25 DR26 DR27 DR28 DR29 DR30 DR31 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18 A19 A20 A21 A22 A23 A24 A25 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 88 IC2 D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9 D10 D11 D12 D13 D14 D15 D16 D17 D18 D19 D20 D21 D22 D23 D24 D25 D26 D27 D28 D29 D30 D31 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18 A19 A20 A21 A22 A23 A24 A25 A28 A29 A30 A31 BE0 BE1 BE2 BE3 AS RD/WR READY TMR_OV LOCK BREQ BGRNT MCLK RESET EXBREQ EXBGRNT RDYIN RD WR EEP TEST0 TEST1 E05A91KA A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18 A19 A20 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 27 26 23 25 4 28 29 3 2 30 31 22 24 IC13 A0 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18 13 14 15 17 18 19 20 21 DR0 DR1 DR2 DR3 DR4 DR5 DR6 DR7 AD0 AD1 AD2 AD3 AD4 AD5 AD6 AD7 IOALE IOR/W IORDY IOREQA IOREQB IOREQC IOREQD EOP DMAIREQ VDCSA VDREQA VDREQB VDDMA VDDMB VDNULL VDEOL CAS0 CAS1 CAS2 CAS3 RAS0 RAS1 RAS2 RAS3 RAS4 97 98 99 102 103 104 105 106 126 125 86 82 83 84 85 96 119 140 43 44 141 142 143 144 110 111 112 113 154 155 156 157 158 1 2 3 4 AD0 AD1 AD2 AD3 AD4 AD5 AD6 AD7 RM5 1K 1 8 2 7 3 6 4 5 R8 1K 16 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 33 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 36 14 31 10 11 12 13 32 C14 0.1U IC7F 13 12 74LS07 C10 IC7-7 0.1U IC7-14 35 17 15 18 34 CN1
R26 TP1 TP 10K R27 10K
R31 10K 2 3 4 D S Q5 CP 6 RQ 1
IC8A
55 56 57 IRL0 IRL1 IRL2 IRL3 40 39 38 37 53 54 41 42 43 44
RM7 8 7 6 5 100 IC7E 10 IC7D 74LS07 8 IC7C 74LS07 6 IC7B 74LS07 4 IC7A 74LS07 2 74LS07
DATA1 DATA2 DATA3 DATA4 DATA5 DATA6 DATA7 DATA8 STRBX SELINX AUTOX INITX ACKX BUSY PE SELOT ERRX +5V CG N.C. N.C. N.C. PIF
R28 68
R3 10K
R12 100 11 R13 100 9 R14 100 5 R15 R16 R4 R5 91 91 100 3 100 1
74F74
RM13 8 7 6 5 68 RM3 1 2 3 4 27 RM4 1 2 3 4 27 2 1 IC23A 74AS08 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 41 40 39 38 37 36 35 34 33 2 1 42 11 13 32 Local Language IC12 A0 O0 A1 O1 A2 O2 A3 O3 A4 O4 A5 O5 A6 O6 A7 O7 A8 O8 A9 O9 A10 O10 A11 O11 A12 O12 A13 O13 A14 O14 A15 O15 A16 A17 VDD A18 N.C. 14 16 18 20 23 25 27 29 15 17 19 21 24 26 28 30 22 C43 0.1U DR0 DR1 DR2 DR3 DR4 DR5 DR6 DR7 DR8 DR9 DR10 DR11 DR12 DR13 DR14 DR15 R18 R20 R21 R19 IC23B 6 74AS08 9 10 31 2 J25 J/3 74AS08 12 13 IC23D 11 74AS08 IC23C 8 27 27 27 22
R22 R23 R24 R25
33 33 33 33
49 48 47 46 45 50 102 101 CN2 DQ0 DQ1 DQ2 DQ3 DQ4 DQ5 DQ6 DQ7 DQ8 DQ9 DQ10 DQ11 DQ12 DQ13 DQ14 DQ15 DQ16 DQ17 DQ18 DQ19 DQ20 DQ21 DQ22 DQ23 DQ24 DQ25 DQ26 DQ27 DQ28 DQ29 DQ30 DQ31 MP0 MP1 MP2 MP3 A0 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 N.C. N.C. N.C. N.C. N.C. N.C. CAS0 CAS1 CAS2 CAS3 RAS0 RAS1 RAS2 RAS3 WE VCC VCC VCC R59 R60 J20 J21 10K 10K J J
DWE 139 MA0 MA1 MA2 MA3 MA4 MA5 MA6 MA7 MA8 MA9 MA10 ICG ICDS ICRW ICM1 ICM0 ICA1 127 128 129 130 131 134 135 136 137 138 150 149 147 152 153 151 148
8 7 6 5 8 7 6 5
MA0 MA1 MA2 MA3 MA4 MA5 MA6 MA7 MA8 MA9 MA10
R71 10K 8 7 6 5 8 7 6 5 RM12 1 2 3 4 10K RM11 1 2 3 4 68
R109 BE0 BE1 BE2 BE3 ASI0 ASI1 ASI2 ASI3 121 123 124 125 126 127 128 129 J28 J29 J30 PJ PJ PJ 68
89 A26 90 91 92 71 72 73 74 R110 68 93 94 116 75 95 118 45
VDD110 VDD VDD 20 VDD 30 VDD 40 81 VDD 100 VDD 108 VDD 114 VDD VDD 120 132 VDD 145 VDD C5 0.1U 160 159 146 133 122 121 109 107 101 80 79 42 41 31 21 11
C17 0.1U C6 0.1U
42 57 60 122 141 137 140 143 133 108 142 152 113
N.C. N.C. N.C. N.C. N.C. BMODE8 BMODE16 TMS TRST TCK TDI TDO CLK_ECB
CS0 CS1 CS2 CS3 CS4 CS5 IRL0 IRL1 IRL2 IRL3 AS RD/WR READY SAMEPG TMR_OV LOCK ERROR MEXC BREQ BGRNT
100 102 103 104 106 107 146 147 148 149 91 92 89 99 120 93 96 88 90 94 115 112 116 117 134
R137 68 CSX0 R138 68 CSX1 R139 68 CSX2 R140 68 CSX3 CSX4 CSX5 IRL0 IRL1 IRL2 IRL3
R35 10K R34 10K R36 R37 R107 68 68 68
46 47 87 117 78 R143 68 R144 68 123 124 115 76 77
VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS
A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18 A19 A20
3 R145 68
4 5
DR0 DR1 DR2 DR3 DR4 DR5 DR6 DR7 DR8 DR9 DR10 DR11 DR12 DR13 DR14 DR15 DR16 DR17 DR18 DR19 DR20 DR21 DR22 DR23 DR24 DR25 DR26 DR27 DR28 DR29 DR30 DR31
2 4 6 8 20 22 24 26 49 51 53 55 57 61 63 65 3 5 7 9 21 23 25 27 50 52 54 56 58 60 62 64 36 37 35 38
C11 0.1U
EXRD EXWR 2 EXIN0 1 128 EXIN1 127 EXIN2 EXIN3 69 63 CTSL 64 N.C. 65 N.C. 66 N.C. N.C. 70 N.C. 4 13 VCC 26 VCC VCC 35 VCC 52 VCC 68 VCC 77 90 VCC 99 VCC 115 VCC VCC C15 0.1U 3 14 25 36 51 67 78 89 100 116 62 61 GND GND GND GND GND GND GND GND GND GND TEST0 TEST1
TYPB 108 RDT 107 WRT 106 INH 109 RDREQ 123 WRRDY 124 CMREQ 125 EXTOUT0 60 59 EXTOUT1 58 EXTOUT2 105 EXT 104 RDE WRE 103 DB0 12 DB1 11 DB2 910 DB3 8 DB4 7 DB5 6 DB6 DB7 5 AB0 AB1 AB2 AB3 AB4 19 18 17 16 15
TP2 TP
DB0 DB1 DB2 DB3 DB4 DB5 DB6 DB7 R146 R147 R148 R149 R150 68 68 68 68 68 AB0 AB1 AB2 AB3 AB4 D B [ 0 . . 7 A ] B [ 0 . . 4 ] J11 PJ PJ PJ PJ PJ PJ J12 J13 J14 J15 J16
C37 C36 C35 C34 C33 C32 R40 R41 R42 R43 R44 R45
100P 100P 100P 100P 100P 100P 68 68 68 68 68 68
R39 R61 R62 R63 R64 R65 5 13 4 11 7 10 12 8 9 6 3 14 2 1
3.3K 3.3K 3.3K 3.3K 3.3K 3.3K CN3 EPRDY CPRDY PRRDY PRINT ETBSY CTBSY SRCLK STS CMD TOD HSYNC VIDEO RESET DOTCLK +5 +5 +5
CE GND 12 OE W/B/V GND 31 EPROM8M*16
IC23 +5 14 GND7 VCC_GND
MA0 MA1 MA2 MA3 MA4 MA5 MA6 MA7 MA8 MA9 MA10 C51 0.1U
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 28 31 32 19 11 29 46 48 66 71 40 43 41 42 44 45 34 33 47 10 30 59
E05A93AA
XTAL1 XTAL2 CLKOUT1 CLKOUT2 RESET
R38 J32 68
PJ
D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7
RAS0 68 RAS1 130 CAS0 12 CAS1 15 18 CAS2 23 CAS3 95 DWE
CSX0
1 3
J2 2 J/3
R73 10K
VPP 1 VDD 32 C7 DR0 DR1 DR2 DR3 DR4 DR5 DR6 DR7 DR8 DR9 DR10 DR11 DR12 DR13 DR14 DR15 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 31 32 33 34 36 37 38 39 11 12 15 30 IC17 IO1 A0 16 IO2 A1 17 IO3 A2 18 IO4 A3 19 IO5 A4 22 IO6 A5 23 IO7 A6 24 IO8 A7 25 IO9 A8 26 IO10 IO11 RAS 14 IO12 LCAS 29 IO13 UCAS 28 IO14 WE 13 IO15 OE 27 IO16 VCC1 NC VCC620 NC VCC NC NC VSS 21 VSS 35 VSS 40 DRAM4M*16/SOJ IC18 IO1 A0 16 17 IO2 A1 18 IO3 A2 IO4 A3 19 IO5 A4 22 IO6 A5 23 24 IO7 A6 25 IO8 A7 IO9 A8 26 IO10 IO11 RAS 14 IO12 LCAS 29 IO13 UCAS 28 13 IO14 WE 27 IO15 OE IO16 VCC1 NC VCC620 NC VCC NC NC VSS 21 VSS 35 VSS 40 DRAM4M*16/SOJ IC21 A0 O0 14 16 A1 O1 18 A2 O2 20 A3 O3 23 A4 O4 A5 O5 25 A6 O6 27 A7 O7 29 15 A8 O8 17 A9 O9 A10 O10 19 A11 O11 21 A12 O12 24 26 A13 O13 28 A14 O14 A15 O15 30 A16 A17 VDD 22 A18 NC CE GND 31 OE BYTE GND 12 MROM8M*16 IC22 14 A0 O0 16 A1 O1 A2 O2 18 20 A3 O3 23 A4 O4 25 A5 O5 27 A6 O6 A7 O7 29 A8 O8 15 A9 O9 17 19 A10 O10 21 A11 O11 24 A12 O12 26 A13 O13 A14 O14 28 A15 O15 30 A16 A17 VDD 22 A18 NC CE GND 31 OE BYTE GND 12 MROM8M*16 MA0 MA1 MA2 MA3 MA4 MA5 MA6 MA7 MA8
C9 0.1U
MB86933H
0.1U CE OE GND 16 EPROM 4M*8/DIP IC14 A0 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18
1 39 72 67 68 69 70
VSS VSS VSS PD1 PD2 PD3 PD4 SIMM/72PIN J26 J/3 2 J27 J/3 2 C52 0.1U
DR0 DR1 DR2 DR3 DR4 DR5 DR6 DR7 DR8 DR9 DR10 DR11 DR12 DR13 DR14 DR15 DR16 DR17 DR18 DR19 DR20 DR21 DR22 DR23 DR24 DR25 DR26 DR27 DR28 DR29 DR30 DR31 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 62 70 61 44 45 67 68 69 63 43 46
IC3 D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9 D10 D11 D12 D13 D14 D15 D16 D17 D18 D19 D20 D21 D22 D23 D24 D25 D26 D27 D28 D29 D30 D31 A0 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 R/W READY
PRINT 75 VSREQ 77 HSYNC 76 VDOOUT 89 RTST0 92 RTST1 93 RTST2 94 95 RTST3 96 RTST4 97 RTST5 98 RTST6 RTST7 99 RCHK0 82 RCHK1 83 RCHK2 84 RCHK3 85 TEST1 71 72 TEST2 73 TEST3 TEST4 74 VDD VDD VDD VDD VDD VDD VDD VDD VDD 10 20 31 41 50 64 81 91 100 4 DB0 2 3 D S Q5 CP 6 RQ 74F74 1 IC10A
16 18 20
DT1 FB1L3N R67 330 LED1 LED Yellow J5 J6 J7 DT2 FB1L3N R68 330 R1 10K R66 47K SW2 PB LED2 LED Red J8 J9 J10 PJ PJ PJ PJ PJ PJ EPRDYX CPRDYX PRRDYX PRINTX ETBSYX CTBSYX SRCLKX STSX CMDX TODX HSYNCX VIDEOX RESETX
15 17 19
GND GND GND EIF DF11-20DP-2DSA
1 0 DB1 12 11 D S Q9 CP
IC10B
Engin Controller
CN7 A26 A27 A28 A29 A30 A31
3 4 5 6 7 8
A26 A27
C S X [ 0 . . 5 ]
ASI0 910 ASI1 ASI2 11 ASI3 12 13 CS0 14 CS1 15 CS2 16 CS3 CS4 17 CS5 18 IRL0 IRL1 IRL2 IRL3 29 30 31 32
CSX0 CSX1 CSX2 CSX3 CSX4 CSX5 IRL0 IRL1 IRL2 IRL3
AS 19 RD/WR 20 READY 27 SAMEPG 21 TMR_OV 22 LOCK 23 ERROR 24 28 MEXC 25 BREQ BGRNT 26 XTAL1 34 CLKOUT1 35 36 CLKOUT2 33 RESET +5V 1 +5V 237 GND GND 38 39 GND 40 GND CPU_BUS KX15-40K2D DR0 DR1 DR2 DR3 DR4 DR5 DR6 DR7 DR8 DR9 R75 R76 R77 R78 R79 R80 R81 R82 R83 R84 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9 D10 D11 D12 D13 D14 D15 D16 D17 D18 D19 D20 D21 D22 D23 D24 D25 D26 D27 D28 D29 D30 D31
DR0 DR1 DR2 DR3 DR4 DR5 DR6 DR7 DR8 DR9 DR10 DR11 DR12 DR13 DR14 DR15 DR16 DR17 DR18 DR19 DR20 DR21 DR22 DR23 DR24 DR25 DR26 DR27 DR28 DR29 DR30 DR31 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18 A19 A20 A21 A22 A23 A24 A25 CSX0 CSX1
5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 47 46 48 73 74 75 76 1 2 3 4
CN6 D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9 D10 D11 D12 D13 D14 D15 D16 D17 D18 D19 D20 D21 D22 D23 D24 D25 D26 D27 D28 D29 D30 D31 A0 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18 A19 A20 A21 A22 A23 CSI0 CSI1 CSO0 CSO1 RD WR BWE0 BWE1 BWE2 BWE3 RD/BY RESET VPP VPP VCC VCC VCC VCC
12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 27 26 23 25 4 28 29 3 2 30 31 22 24
D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7
13 14 15 17 18 19 20 21
DR8 DR9 DR10 DR11 DR12 DR13 DR14 DR15
MA0 MA9
1 3 1 3
MA1 MA2 MA3 C21 0.1U MA4 MA5 MA6 MA7 MA8
VPP 1 VDD 32 C8
0.1U CE GND 16 OE EPROM 4M*8/DIP
17 18 19 20 23 24 25 26 27 28 14 31 30 13 29 1 6 21
IC19 A0 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9
12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 27 26 23 25 4 28 29 3 2 30 31 22 24
IC15 A0 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18
D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7
13 14 15 17 18 19 20 21
DR16 DR17 DR18 DR19 DR20 DR21 DR22 DR23 DR24 DR25 DR26 DR27 DR28 DR29 DR30 DR31
2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 31 32 33 34 36 37 38 39 11 12 15 30
MA0 MA1 MA2 MA3 MA4 MA5 MA6 MA7 MA8
IO1 IO2 IO3 IO4 IO5 IO6 IO7 IO8 IO9 IO10 IO11 RAS IO12 LCAS IO13 UCAS IO14 IO15 WE IO16 OE VCC VCC VCC N.C. N.C. N.C. N.C. N.C.
2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 33 34 35 36 38 39 40 41 11 12 15 16 32
CS DMAREQ0 DMAREQ1 DMAMOD0 DMAMOD1 DNULL EOL RSTOUT RSTIN MCLK VCLKIN CLK12 CLK14 CLK18 CLK16 HSOUT VSYNC SDIN CLKOUT PJ
R7 R9
68 68
52 79 66 47 48 88 86 87 42 49 J31
VSS 90 VSS 80 VSS 78 VSS 65 51 VSS 40 VSS 30 VSS 21 VSS VSS 111 VSS C12 C49 0.1U 0.1U C16 C50 0.1U 0.1U C13 0.1U
R Q8 174F74 3 C41 IC10-7 0.1U IC10-14
C24 1U/50V
1 2 3 4 6 7
IC11 CS VCC 8 SK DI DO ORG NC GND5 AT93C46
C42 0.1U
E05A92KA
C23 0.1U 22 37 42
MA0 MA1 MA2 MA3 MA4 MA5 MA6 MA7 MA8 17 18 19 20 23 24 25 26 27 28 14 31 30 13 29 1 6 21 C22 0.1U 22 37 42
VSS VSS VSS DRAM16M*16/SOJ IC20 A0 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 IO1 IO2 IO3 IO4 IO5 IO6 IO7 IO8 IO9 IO10 IO11 RAS IO12 LCAS IO13 UCAS IO14 IO15 WE IO16 OE VCC VCC VCC N.C. N.C. N.C. N.C. N.C. 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 33 34 35 36 38 39 40 41 11 12 15 16 32 DR16 DR17 DR18 DR19 DR20 DR21 DR22 DR23 DR24 DR25 DR26 DR27 DR28 DR29 DR30 DR31
BL2 N2012Z121
R46 68
CR1 VCC 4 3 1 OUT N.C.
GND2 67.15472MHz
TH09502NA 1 3 FL1 C38 2 0.1U
J24 J
VPP 1 VDD 32 C30
C20 0.1U
0.1U CE GND 16 OE EPROM 4M*8/DIP IC16 A0 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18
NFA41R00C470 R6 68 C18 31 2
9 8
DR10 R85 DR11 R86 DR12 R87 DR13 R88 DR14 R89 DR15 R90 DR16 R91 DR17 R92 DR18 R93 DR19 R94 DR20 R95 DR21 R96 DR22 R97 DR23 R98 DR24 R99
12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 27 26 23 25 4 28 29 3 2 30 31 22 24
D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7
13 14 15 17 18 19 20 21
VPP 1 VDD 32 C31
A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18 A19 A20 A21
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 41 40 39 38 37 36 35 34 33 2 1 42 11 13 32
1 IC8B 0 QS D 12 CP 11 QR 1 74F74 3
R33 68
CR2 VCC 4 3 1 OUT N.C.
C39 0.1U GND2 45.0000MHz
TH09502NA 1 3 FL2 2 57 58 59 60 IC8 +5 GND VCC_GND R10 R32 R72 10K 10K 10K R50 R51 R52 3.3K 3.3K 3.3K 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 DB0 DB1 DB2 DB3 DB4 DB5 DB6 DB7 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
CN4 VCC VCC VCC VCC GND GND GND GND RESET INH CMREQ WRRDY RDREQ WRT RDT TYPB TXD READY RXD NC DB0 DB1 DB2 DB3 DB4 DB5 DB6 DB7 AB0 AB1 AB2 AB3 AB4 CS RD WR NMI IREQ DREQ PCLK DTCT RST TXD+ TXDRXD+ RXDDTR CTS NC NC LCD SWRD VCC VCC VCC VCC GND GND GND GND
BL1 2012Z601 C25 0.1U R17 1K IC6 6 1 2 3 8 OUT C46 0.1U
14 7
VSS VSS VSS DRAM16M*16/SOJ
J25,J26,J27 1-2 4M*16 / 2-3 16M*16 NOT USE C52 IN 16M*16. DR16 DR17 DR18 DR19 DR20 DR21 DR22 DR23 DR24 DR25 DR26 DR27 DR28 DR29 DR30 DR31 NOT USE 21,22 PIN IN 4M*16.
VCC7 R2 C1 1U/50V Patern Only 10 SW1 PB
0.1U CE OE GND 16 EPROM 4M*8/DIP
37 38 77 78 79 80
VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS VSS ROM_BUS 52819-0801
A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18 A19 A20 A21
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 41 40 39 38 37 36 35 34 33 2 1 42 11 13 32
NC NC NC C5 NC GND4 M51953BFP
AB0 15 AB1 16 AB2 17 AB3 18 AB4 19 20 21 22 24 23 25 1 26 2 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 27 28 29 30 * J28,29,30,31,32 ARE "CUT LAND PATTERN". CUT THE FOLLOWS LINES IN MP BOARD. 1. IC1---126,127,129,116 PIN 2. IC3---49 PIN 3 4 5 6
DR25 R100 68 DR26 R101 68 DR27 R102 68 DR28 R103 68 DR29 R104 68 DR30 R105 68 DR31 R106 68
DR[0..31]
CSX2 CSX3
A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A D DD D D D D DD DDD DDD DD DDD DD DD D D DD DD DD 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 R RR R R R R RR RRR RRR RR RRR RR RR R R RR RR RR 3 32222222 222 111 11 111 11 987654 32 10 54 321 09 876543 210 1 09876543 210 987 65 432 10
IOBUS/OPTIF
76 66 73 09 87 29 1 N NNR V V V C CC/ S S S B SS S CN5 ROM_SIMM
34 531 571 3 44 33 332 44 674444 133 21 111 11 1 6 66555552 222 6 665 55 542222 1 4 54 900 87 639 68 612130 921 88 765 43 2 4 20864207 531 975 35 317 53 196420 86 42 V V V R WR E C C A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D CC C E R D E S S 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 3 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 P1 0 3 2 1 0 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 CC C S 109 87654321 098 76 543 21 0 E T
Figure A-3. C169 MAIN-B Circuit Diagram (1/2)
Rev. A
A-11
R208 2.2K
R211 10K R212 2.2K
8 7 6 5 R M201 3.3K 1 2 3 4 R 207 2. 2K IC201 C253 C252 16 4700P 1000P R253 IC202C 8 IC202D 11 9 56 P00 P86/RTP4 66 R296 74HC02 1K 10K RE SE T IC 251 6 O UT C254 0.01U 5 C 4 GN D R215 C256 1 2 3 8 NC NC NC NC M 51953AFP V CC 7 10P C258 13 12 3 71 P56/DA1 P57/DA2 P60/ AN5 P81/ DA4 P76/ AN3 P04 5 52 27 0.1U C207 RESE TX TP204 TP 74HC 02 13 R254 33 12 10K 680 R206 10 R 291 P71/SO UT2 P70/SIN2 10 11 P53/IN T4 15 9 P54/CNTR0 P72/SCLK2 P33 P30/RTP 6 P31/RTP 7 P32 P42/INT0 P20 P 21 P 23 P46/SCLK1 P45/TXD P44/RXD 61 64 63 62 25 40 39 37 21 22 23 TODX EPRDYX PRRDYX ETBSYX CTBSYX CPRDYX P RINTX S RCLK X S TS X C MDX C239 0.01U HSYN CX VIDEOX
Rev. A
C257 0.1U PLAC E NE AR C N205 C259 2 P75/AN2 3 C251 1000P C232 1000P IC203A 60 1 16 R 216 U LN 2003A R 214 P16 42 47K 220 1/4W R 210 3.0K R203 C206 0.01U C 231 1000P C229 1000P 78 P63/ AN 9/AM P+ P34 C230 1000P P15 43 400m A C240 R209 1.0K R213 220 1/ 4W 6 C255 0.01U C238 1000P 1 C237 1000P C236 1000P C235 1000P VR 201 10K 47K 0.01U 0.1U C243 PLACE NEAR CN210 0.1U 1000P 77 P64/AN10/ AM PDT201 57 P37 P14 44 C 216 0.01U 200m A FB1L3N 8 7 6 5 R226 R227 4 P77/AN4 47K C214 1000P IC 203D IC 202A 2 IC202B 10K 5 3 6 ULN 2003A 74HC02 74HC02 IC202-7 C203 IC202-14 P02 54 AM POU T 79 4 P35 59 1000P 1000P 1000P 1000P ULN2003A P 25 P 26 P 27 P80/ DA 3 30 XIN 22P R293 C204 10K R292 22P IC204 10K MA MB E 3 1A 14 6 11 0.1U VM M VM M R219 1K 820P 10 C T 2 56K 820P VCC VCC R204 39K 70 69 68 67 P82/ RTP0 P83/ RTP1 P84/ RTP2 P85/ RTP3 7 P74 C 215 R205 6.8K R 223 D 201 1SS 226 IC203F 6 ULN2003A 11 U LN 2003A C 234 1000P 0.1U 31 XOUT CR 201 8MH z 7 10 400m A 13 4 1 R295 6.8 1/ 4W R 236 47K 1 2 3 4 R M202 4.7K R234 R233 4.7K 4.7K P13 P10 P11 P12 45 48 47 46 C217 C218 C219 C220 IC203G 35 34 33 72 IC 203B 8 IC 203E 5 2 IC 203C 3 ULN 2003A 14 C242 2 15 C241 0.01U C227 1000P P73 P05 P06 P55/CNTR1 P61/AN6 51 50 14 ULN 2003A 12 C226 1000P 0.1U C205 R221 1 1/2W R224 2.7 1/4W 15 1 1A 16 8 PH 9 I0 7 I1 C233 C210 R217 C208 1000P TP205 TP P17 R238 R237 10K 10K 41 R290 10K C213 0.022U IC203 9 8 NC VCC AM PVCC AD VREF P65/ AN11/ DAVREF GND 2003X C 202 0.1U 1A 14 6 11 M3807X VSS AV SS CNAV SS 32 75 26 C 224 1000P C223 1000P C222 1000P 73 80 74 76 C 228 1000P 100K 4 GND 5 GND 12 GND 13 GND TEA 3718SDP IC205 MA MB E 3 VM M VM M R220 1K 820P 10 C T 2 56K 820P VCC VCC 8 PH 9 I0 7 I1 R222 1 1/ 2W R225 2.7 1/4W 15 1 1A 16 55 53 49 38 36 58 29 28 24 20 19 18 17 1 65 P01 P03 P07 P22 P24 P36 P40 P41 P43/IN T1 P47/SRD71 P50/ TOUT P51/INT2 P52/INT3 P62/AN7 P87/RTP5 C211 R 218 C209 4 GND 5 GND 12 G ND 13 G ND C212 47U 35V TEA3718SDP
CN205
+5V SSCA N LDATA LDAP C1 LDAP C2 LD_C TL GN D1
7 1 6 4 3 2 5
CN210
NC + 24V +5V P_CTL GND2
1 2 4 5 3
CN203 5 4 1 3 6 2 +24V NC PS 1 PS 1 FEED 1 GND1
CN202
2 +5V 1 TH
CN208 1 3 2 PS 3 PS 3 G ND
C N211
3.0K 1.0%
+24V FA N
2 1
CN 209
TP 202
TP
CN207
FUSER
+ 24V GND2
1 2
TP201
1 4 3 6 7 8 9 2 10 11 12 5
+ 24V + 5V NC PE 2 P SIZ0 PSIZ1 PSIZ2 FEED2 CHEC K1 CHEC K2 CHEC K3 GND 1
+ 5V
TP
C225 1000P
C201 220U /16V
GN D1
TP203
TP
CN204 4 8 1 3 2 5 6 7 H V_S2 + 24V HV_C HV_S HV_T HV_B BIAS _M GND2
Figure A-4. C169 MAIN-B Circuit Diagram (2/2)
CN206
1A
1 A 2 A 3 B 4 B
C221 1000P
Appendix
A-13
F1 6.3 A , 12 5 V L1 Z 0 408 , Z 04 6 2 C3 C4 N NR 1 ENC2 71D -1 0 Z7D2 71 D4 EU 2A, A GIC ER A22-06 Q1 2S K1 445 2S K1 446 R7 4.7 L 10 C3 , C 4 220 0pF 125 V C19 0.01 u 25 0V R5 390 K 0.25W C9 0 .0 1uF 5 0V R8 680 0 .5 W PC1 PC81 7 R 24 1 0 0K 0 .5W R4 22 0K -18 0K 0.25 W C2 0.1u F 12 5V L R1 4 70 K
C1 0 .22 u F 1 25V BD 1 D 2 5 8A 50 D 2 S 86 0 T h1 10 0 -g, M 1 00 1 0C , M 1 00 0 7 C N T H9 D 1 0 0L A
T1 Z04 96
C 15 10 00 uF 35 V
C1 6 100 0uF 35V
L9
SW 2 A M 51 66 2A 53 1
+ D2 Y G 90 1C 2 D 5LC 2 0U
R 27 1 .2K 0 .5W
R 19 1.2K 0.5W
R26 1 .2 K 0 .5 W
R 20 1 .2 K 0 .5 W
C8 6 80p 1 kV 5 00V + C5 3 30u F 2 00V
L7 Z0 400 ZD 1 H ZS1 8 -20 R9 10K R 10 22 K +
ZD 4 H ZS 27 R5 22 2W ZD2 H Z S15 D3 Y G 8 01 C 4 D 5S C 4M F M B -24 M R 25 1 8K R 11 68 K Q2 D 1 20 7 C 1 21 3 C 1 81 5 C 17 3 30 0u F 1 0V SC R 1 T F 32 15 2 P 4M C 10 47 00p F 50 V R 12 1K 0.25 W R 28 33
ZD 3 H ZS6
CN1
1 R29 33
+24 V
R 30 33
R22 10 0 0.5W
+2 4V GN D
+5 V G N D
C 21 1 uF , 50V D1 ER AG1-2 1 1 SS8 1
+5 .1 V
C5 2 20 0 pF 1 25 V CN3 5 3 25 9 -0 32 0 N 1
PC 1 PC 917 R12 1.2K R 21 0 .25 W R2 4 .7 PC 2 S2 1M D4 V S2 1M E4F C7 0.1uF 125 V C 14 0 .0 47u F 5 0V IC1 L 54 31 T L 43 1 u P C 10 9 3 H A 1 74 3 1 TR C T M 8 41 5 S M 8G Z 4 7
H.L
C1 3 0.1uF 50V R1 4 33 0
R1 5 47K
VR1 1K
R 15 1 .8K
R3 33 L 11 Z0 068
Appendix
Figure A-5. PWB-E (120 V) Circuit Diagram
A-14
Rev. A
1 C 51 4 .7 u F 4 2
Rev. A
P I6 1 6 TH 1 6 00 V 5A R 69 1W 1 .2 K C 22 0 .0 1u F ZC C N1 4 R21 1/2W 1K RC1 6 0 0V , 1 .5A RT1 10 T1 T M 19 9 R C51 20 0 V 10 A R22 1/2W 33 S W 61 1 R3 1/2 W 47 0 K R5 3W 1 00 K C8 63 0 V 0.0 1uF + C 62 3 5V 2 200 u F R 63 2W 1 .2 K R64 2W 1 .2K 2 L 62 C L 08 6 4 R 11 1 00 C64 + 1 0V 2 20 0 u F + R 73 W IR E , P E S R 66 3W 33 C 65 50 V 10 u F D4 7 0V 0 .15 A C 11 0.0 4 7u F R 51 10 0 P I5 1 R52 1K + 5.1 V G N D (+2 4V ) D1 8 00 1A Q1 80 0V 3A D2 7 0V 0 .1 5A R7 2W 16 R8 2W 16 D3 2 .0-2 .2V R 10 39 0 Q2 50 V 2A R9 2W 16 R C 51 2 00 V 1 0A R4 1 /2 W 4 70 K + 24 V 2 5 FU S E R LA MP 1 VS2 47 0 V C 21 2 50V 0 .1u F C9 1KV 1 00 pF C7 4 0 0V 8 2 uF + C4 250 V 0.1 u F R1 2 4.7 K 1/4 W R6 2W 10 0 C 10 0 .03 3 u F VR 1 200 3 G N D(+ 5 .1V ) R63 1.58 K 1% D 62 2 8.2 2 9.6 V D 63 70V 0 .15 A R62 47 T H61 400V 5A + R61 1K M51 R 54 1 .4 7 K 1% C 61 4 .7 u F D 61 4 .7 4 .9 V R 71 1 00 D 64 7 0V 0 .1 5A 8 D 65 1 9.5 -2 0.4 V 7 6 + R70 22 1 /4 W 5 4 C 66 0 .1 uF R 72 3 .9 K M61
C N2
N.
HEA TE R 2 36 0W
VS1 4 70 V
L.
IN L1
SW1
W H1
F1 2 50V 5A
N.
L1 C M 1 02
C2 2 50 V L2 2 20 0p F C M 1 02
R1 1 /4 W 4 70 K
HE A TE R 36 0W
C1 2 50 V 0 .3 3 u F
R2 1 /4W 4 70K
L.
Figure A-6. PWB-E (220/240 V) Circuit Diagram
W H2
C3 2 50 V 2 20 0 p F
Appendix
A-15
Appendix
A.3 CIRCUIT BOARD COMPONENT LAYOUT
Figure A-7. C169 MAIN-B Component Layout (Front)
A-16
Rev. A
Appendix
Figure A-8. C169 MAIN-B Component Layout (Rear)
Rev. A
A-17
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EPSON TERMINAL PRINTER

Copyright 1995 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Nagano, Japan

WARNING Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in damage to equipment.

For United States Users;

For Other Countries Users;

For Denmark Users;

For Finland, Sweden Users;

For Finland, Sweden Service People

For Norway Users;

Laser Safety Labels

For United State

For Denmark, Finland, Sweden, and Norway

CHAPTER 1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

CHAPTER 2. OPERATING PRINCIPLES

CHAPTER 3. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.

March 15, 1996

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Figure 1-1 shows an exterior view of the EPL-5500.

Figure 1-1. Exterior View of the EPL-5500

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Table 1-1. Options for the EPL-5500

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1.2.1 Basic Specifications

Table 1-2. Paper Feed Methods

Standard built-in paper tray

Manual feed slot Lower paper cassette (optional) Notes: 1. 2.

Table 1-3. Paper Types

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Figure 1-2. Printable Area

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Table 1-4. Usability of Special Papers

Ozone density: Toxicity:

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1.2.2 Electrical Specifications Table 1-5. Electrical Requirements and Ranges

1.2.3 Reliability Specifications

1.2.4 Environmental Conditions for Operation (Including Imaging Cartridge)

1.2.5 Environmental Conditions for Storage and Transportation

Resistance to atmospheric pressure: Storage life:

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1.2.6 Applicable Standards

Safety Regulations (Laser Radiation)

1.2.7 Specifications for Consumables

Environmental Conditions for Storage and Transportation

1.2.8 Physical Specifications

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1.2.9 Software Specifications

Table 1-7. Built-in Fonts

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Table 1-7. Built-in Fonts (Continued)

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1.3 INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS

1.3.1 Parallel Interface

1.3.1.1 Parallel Interface Compatibility Mode

0.5 s 0.5 s (minimum) (minimum)

0.5 s (minimum) STR OBE 0.5 s (maximum)

0s 0.5 or 5 s (min.) (minimum)

Figure 1-3. Compatibility Mode Signal Timing

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Table 1-8. Parallel Interface Pin Assignments

DATA 1-8 2-9 IN

12 13 14 15 16 17 18 SLCT AUTO-FEED NC GND CHASSIS GND NC