Service Manual: Epson Stylus PHOTO RX 560/580/590
Service Manual: Epson Stylus PHOTO RX 560/580/590
Service Manual: Epson Stylus PHOTO RX 560/580/590
Scanner•Printer•Copier
EPSON
Stylus PHOTO RX 560/580/590
SEMF06003
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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.
The precautionary measures itemized below should always be observed when performing repair/maintenance procedures.
DANGER
1. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PRODUCT FROM THE POWER SOURCE AND PERIPHERAL DEVICES PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR PROCEDURES.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. WHEN DISASSEMBLING OR ASSEMBLING A PRODUCT, MAKE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES TO AVOID INJURIES FROM METAL PARTS WITH SHARP EDGES.
5. WHEN USING COMPRESSED AIR PRODUCTS; SUCH AS AIR DUSTER, FOR CLEANING DURING REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE, THE USE OF SUCH PRODUCTS
CONTAINING FLAMMABLE GAS IS PROHIBITED.
WARNING
1. REPAIRS ON EPSON PRODUCT SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN EPSON CERTIFIED REPAIR TECHNICIAN.
2. MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SOURCE VOLTAGES IS THE SAME AS THE RATED VOLTAGE, LISTED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER/RATING PLATE. IF THE EPSON
PRODUCT HAS A PRIMARY AC RATING DIFFERENT FROM AVAILABLE POWER SOURCE, DO NOT CONNECT IT TO THE POWER SOURCE.
3. ALWAYS VERIFY THAT THE EPSON PRODUCT HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE REMOVING OR REPLACING PRINTED CIRCUIT
BOARDS AND/OR INDIVIDUAL CHIPS.
4. IN ORDER TO PROTECT SENSITIVE MICROPROCESSORS AND CIRCUITRY, USE STATIC DISCHARGE EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS ANTI-STATIC WRIST STRAPS, WHEN
ACCESSING INTERNAL COMPONENTS.
5. DO NOT REPLACE IMPERFECTLY FUNCTIONING COMPONENTS WITH COMPONENTS WHICH ARE NOT MANUFACTURED BY EPSON. IF SECOND SOURCE IC OR
OTHER COMPONENTS WHICH HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED ARE USED, THEY COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE EPSON PRODUCT, OR COULD VOID THE
WARRANTY OFFERED BY EPSON.
About This Manual
This manual describes basic functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations, maintenance and repair procedures of the printer. The instructions and procedures included
herein are intended for the experienced repair technicians, and attention should be given to the precautions on the preceding page.
CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Product Description 2.3 Banding Reduction System (BRS)/ Paper Feed Profile Correction (PFP) .. 19
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Chapter 5 Adjustment
5.1 Overview ............................................................................................................ 73
5.1.1 Adjustment by Use of Adjustment Program ............................................. 74
5.2 PG Adjustment ................................................................................................. 75
5.3 Banding Reduction System (BRS) Adjustment / Paper Feed Profile Correction
(PFP) ........................................................................................................................ 77
5.3.1 Overview ................................................................................................... 77
5.3.2 Adjustment Procedure .............................................................................. 79
5.3.2.1 BRS adjustment ................................................................................. 79
5.3.2.2 PFP adjustment .................................................................................. 81
5.4 Scanner Home Position Adjustment ............................................................... 84
5.4.1 Preparations for Use of the Adjustment Program ..................................... 84
5.4.2 Home Position Adjustment Procedure ...................................................... 85
5.4.3 Home Position Confirmation Procedure ................................................... 86
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CHAPTER
1
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
EPSON Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590 Revision A
Scanning to Memory Card function available (in stand-alone mode) Simultaneous use of functions
Printer functions and scanner functions, which are independent of each other, can be
Stand-alone copy functions
operated simultaneously from a computer. However, note that printing by ESC/P-R
“3 mm bottom margin” printing function commands cannot be operated simultaneously with scanner functions.
“Borderless copying” 2.5-inch TFT LCD (240 x 480 dots)
Printing on CD/DVD labels and jackets
Repeated copying to provide various types of copying
“2-up copying” helpful in minimizing paper waste
“Wallet Photo Copy” to enable printing on Wallet Photo size (Only EAI)
Scanning Area
Paper Feed Specifications
RW OLM RL OTM
Table 1-2. Paper Feed Specifications (readable width) (out-of-range left margin) (readable length) (out-of-range top margin)
Items Specifications 216 mm (8.5”) 1.5 mm ± 1 mm 297 mm (11.7”) 1.5 mm ± 1 mm
Paper feed method Friction feed using an ASF (Auto Sheet Feeder) Original’s top left alignment
1st Pixel Scan direction
Paper path Top feed, front out
584.2 mm/sec (23 inches/sec) (when 25.4-mm paper feeds)
Paper feed rates 296.64 mm/sec (11.6 inches/sec) (when paper feeds in high-speed Original
(Face down)
continuous mode)
CR interval Programmable in 0.0176 mm (1/1440 inch) steps
Scan bed
Printing using a borderless layout:
Top detection and PW detection implemented for platen print Scan area
prevention.
Platen print prevention Printing using a layout with borders:
platen print prevention with the paper width of 1st page or 1st job
Economy printing mode:
no platen print prevention.
Control panel side
Figure 1-1. Image Scanning Area
1.2.3 Interfaces Wireless printing is available by installing the optional Bluetooth adapter in the
External Storage Device Connection Port.
The interfaces this unit is equipped with are as follows:
Table 1-5. Bluetooth Communication Basic Specifications
USB I/F
Items Specifications
Mounted on the printer (for connection to a PC) Communication method Bluetooth standard specification Ver. 2.0 + EDR
For printing of data from a USB storage (printing of data from an external Output Bluetooth standard specification Power Class 2
storage device, such as a DSC or CD-R disk or wireless printing by use of the Communication distance Approx. 10 m (line-of-sight)
optional Bluetooth adapter) Frequency band used 2.4 GHz band (2.4 GHz to 2.4835 GHz)
Note 1: For both PC connection and Directing printing, only one type of media is accessible at the same time.
Priority is assigned to each slot, so that if multiple media are inserted into multiple slots at the same time, an accessible slot is determined in the order of priority.
2: In order to select the medium inserted into an invalid slot, the medium in the valid slot needs to be removed.
• For direct printing: Only the image files in a valid slot are determined to be valid and assigned photo numbers. The number of images does not change even if media are inserted into unselected slots.
• For PC connection (Windows): Only one “removable disk” drive is displayed; and only the medium in a valid slot can be accessed from the “removable disk.” Media inserted in unselected slots are not accessible.
• For PC connection (Macintosh): Only the medium in a valid slot is mounted onto the desktop. Media inserted in unselected slots can not be mounted onto the desktop.
3: Selecting a slot when power is turned on: If media are inserted into multiple slots when power is turned on, an accessible slot is determined in accordance with the above order of priority.
4: Selecting a slot after power is turned on: When the medium is removed from the valid slot, the slot of the second highest priority becomes valid (if a medium is inserted there). It is not necessary to reinsert the
medium before it is accessed.
Table 1-6. Maximum Capacity of the Media
C H E C K Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590 does not support SmartMedia. Maximum Capacity Operation-confirmed
P O IN T (No slot for SmartMedia) Media
Specified in the Standard Maximum Capacity
CompactFlash Unknown 4GB
Memory Stick 128MB 128MB
Memory Stick PRO 32GB 4GB
SD Memory Card 2GB 2GB
SDHC Memory Card 32GB 4GB
MultiMediaCard 4GB (Presumed) 64MB
xD-Picture Card 2GB 1GB
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OPERATING PRINCIPLES
EPSON Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590 Revision A
2.1 Overview
PF Motor
This Chapter describes the operating principles of the mechanism and electric circuits
of Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590.
PF Encoder
2.1.1 Mechanical Components
CD-R Guide
The printer of Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590 consists of the following major Sensor APG Sensor
mechanisms:
CD-R Tray
Table 2-1. Mechanical Components 1 Sensor
PF Roller Shaft
PW Sensor
Mechanism Function/Description
Moves on the CR Guide Shaft right and left and performs printing on paper.
CR Assy The Carriage Assy incorporates the Printhead, PW Sensor, and CR Encoder.
The drive source is the CR Motor.
Controls the platen gap in four stages. CR Encoder
APG Assy Detects the current height of the carriage with the APG Sensor, and moves
the carriage up and down, driven by the PF Motor.
PF Assy Driven by the PF Motor to turn the PF Roller Shaft for feeding paper. Printhead
LD Roller
ASF Assy Driven by the PF Motor to load paper into the Printer Mechanism.
Driven by the PF Motor to eject the paper (CD-R Tray).
Eject Assy PE Sensor
As the Stacker is moved up and down (by manual operation), the paper eject
frame moves up and down so that its height can be adjusted to the media. Eject Frame CR Assy
Located in the right end of the mechanism, performs capping the Printhead,
I/S Assy while it is not used, and sucking waste ink. The waste ink is sent to the Waste
Ink Tray via the Waste Ink Tube.
CR Guide
Shaft
The units and circuit boards constituting Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590 are as
follows: Eject Roller Shaft
Table 2-2. Mechanical Components 2 CR Lock Lever
Unit /Circuit Board Function/Description ASF Assy
Cap Assy
Located on the Middle Housing, incorporating the USB I/F (x2), card
Main Board
reader, and infrared communication function.
I/S Assy
Located on the Lower Housing. The power cable can be plugged in and CR Motor
Power Supply Board
unplugged.
Panel Board Consists of two pieces located on the Middle Housing. APG Assy
Scanner Unit CIS consisting of 1200 dpi CCD for reflection (light source: LED)
Figure 2-1. Schematic Printer Mechanism
2.3 Banding Reduction System (BRS)/ Paper Feed Profile Correction (PFP)
Overview
To ensure high-speed printing and high print quality, this printer is provided with the Banding Reduction System (BRS) and Paper Feed Profile Correction (PFP) function, which are
outlined below:
Table 2-6. Outline of Banding Reduction System and Paper Feed Profile Correction Function
Supported Printing Mode
Operating Principles Banding Reduction System (BRS)/ Paper Feed Profile Correction (PFP) 19
CHAPTER
3
TROUBLESHOOTING
EPSON Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590 Revision A
3.1 Overview The Unit must be placed on a strong and steady level table (without an
inclination larger than 5 degrees).
With Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590, almost all troubles can be coped with by There must be no vibration generating source placed in contact with this Unit.
following the instructions given on “EPSON Status Monitor 3” (when connected to the The paper used must conform to the specification.
PC) or on the LCD. There must be no error in handling of the Unit.
Once an error occurs, the “EPSON Status Monitor 3” will appear as a pop-up window Check the inside of the Unit, and remove foreign matters, if any, such as paper
on the screen of the host PC. It will show details of how to cope with the trouble. In clips, staples, bits of paper, paper dust or toner.
almost all cases, the user can recover the unit from the error, provided that the user Clean the inside of the Unit and the rubber rolls.
follows the instructions indicated on the pop-up window.
In addition, the User’s Manual for EPSON Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590 describes 3.1.3 Procedure for Troubleshooting
detailed steps to be taken for recovery from typical errors. Perform troubleshooting according to the flowchart shown below.
The Unit should not be located in a place where it can be exposed to too high
To Troubleshooting for Troubleshooting for Printer (p.30)
or low temperature, too high or low humidity, or abrupt temperature change. Individual Units
The Unit should not be located near waterworks, near humidifiers, near
Power Supply Related Troubleshooting (p.34)
heaters or near flames, in a dusty atmosphere or in a place where the Unit can
be exposed to blast from an air conditioner. Ink Supply Related Troubleshooting (p.34)
The Unit should not be located in a place where volatile or inflammable gases
are produced. I/F Related Troubleshooting (p.36)
The Unit should not be located in a place where it can be exposed to direct
Troubleshooting for Scanner (p.37)
rays of the sun.
Flowchart 3-1. Procedure for Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Overview 21
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C H E C K The messages displayed on the LCD that are listed in the “Error
P O IN T List” above and “Warning List (p.23)“ on the next page and
subsequent pages are given only for information. In other words,
they are not exactly the same as the messages actually displayed.
C A U T IO N As the printer motor drivers and the scanner motor driver are
C H E C K The EEPROM stores the error code of the latest fatal error. built in one drive IC, the fatal error cord is stored as PF motor
P O IN T The latest fatal error can be identified using the adjustment error even if the scanner motor or scanner home sensor has
program. defective but the PF motor does not have any defective.
Faulty print
Table 3-8. Diagnostics when printing is abnormal
Condition Cause Check Point Remedy
Printhead surface is dirty (Dot missing) Alternate cleaning and test printing several times. Clean the Printhead surface with a cotton swab.
Improper printing Capping absorbent material is in contact Check for deformed or damaged capping absorbent material. Replace the Ink System Assy.
occurs only with with Printhead surface
specific dots Head FFC not operating properly Check for damaged Head FFC. Replace the Head FFC.
Printhead not operating properly Alternate cleaning and nozzle check several times. If condition does not improve after cleaning, replace the Printhead.
Printhead surface is dirty (Dot missing) Alternate cleaning and nozzle check several times. Clean the Printhead surface with a cotton swab.
Dot missing Ink Cartridge not operating properly Install a new ink cartridge and perform nozzle check. Replace the ink cartridge.
sometimes occurs Faulty connection inside the Head FFC Use a circuit tester to check the FFC. Replace the Head FFC.
Printhead not operating properly Repeat cleaning several times, and then perform nozzle check. If condition does not improve after cleaning, replace the Printhead.
Check to see if FFC is firmly connected to each board and
Head FFC is not connected Connect the FFC firmly.
Print is not as Carriage Assy.
intended If there is no problem with the Head FFC to Printhead connection,
Printhead not operating properly Check connection of Head FFC to Printhead.
replace the Printhead.
Vertical lines are
Bi-D adjustment is not made Check to see if Bi-D adjustment has been done properly. Perform Bi-D adjustment.
not in alignment
Dirt is adhering to CR Guide Shaft Check for dirt adhering to surface of CR Guide Shaft. Clean the surface of the CR Guide Shaft with a soft dry cloth.
Check for dirt on PF Roller. Carefully clean the surface of the PF Roller with a soft brush.
PF Roller not operating properly
Check for damaged PF Roller. Replace the PF Roller.
Ink Cartridge not operating properly Install a new ink cartridge and test printing. Replace the ink cartridge.
Check to see if sufficient grease is remaining on carriage slide Clean the main frame carriage slide parts and lubricate with a specified
Carriage Slide not moving properly
parts at back of main frame. quantify of G-71.(p.90)
White lines Platen Gap not set properly Check to see if platen gap adjustment has been done properly. Adjust platen gap. (p.75)
appear in output Check for abnormality in gears between PF mechanism and
data Gear is damaged Replace the damaged parts.
ASF mechanism.
Dot jet direction is angled due to dirt on Alternate cleaning and test printing several times. Clean with a cotton swab.
Printhead surface Check for dust and dirt on Cleaner Blade. Clean or replace the Cleaner Blade.
Printhead not operating properly Repeat cleaning several times, and then perform test print. Replace the Printhead.
Check to see if CR Guide Shaft is firmly installed in specified
Reassemble the CR Guide Shaft.
CR Guide Shaft not operating properly position.
Check for damage to surface of CR Guide Shaft. Replace the CR Guide Shaft.
Table 3-12. Troubleshooting for Faulty Ink Supply or Faulty Waste Ink Discharge
Condition Cause Check Point Remedy
Pump tube collapsed Visually check tube. Replace the Ink System Assy
Check for foreign object adhering to Cap or damaged Remove foreign object from the Cap with cotton swab. If Cap is damaged, replace the
Cap is dirty or damaged.
Cap. Ink System Assy.
Tube is disconnected from Visually check for disconnection of tube from Cap
Ink is not flowing from Connect the tube properly.
Cap bottom bottom.
Printhead to Cap or
from Cap to Ink Tube Cap does not slide up Check for installation of compression spring on tube
Replace the Ink System Assy with a new one.
properly assembly.
Tube between the Waste
Check the tube connection on the bottom of the Waste
Ink Tray Assy ~I/S Assy Connect the tube of the Waste Ink Tray Assy properly, and route the tube properly.
Ink Tray Assy and the tube route under the tray.
collapsed
Table 3-13. USB I/F Error Table 3-14. Troubleshooting for Memory Card
Cause Check Point Remedy Cause Check Point Remedy
On Windows, open “My computer” Driver has not Check to see if a memory card
Temporarily remove the driver, and then
Host PC does not →“Property” been installed is recognized in the single Assy
install it again.
Remove the USB driver, and
support Windows →“Device manager”. correctly. mode.
install it again.
98 essentially. “Universal serial bus controller” is Data has been Data on card may be destroyed Check to see if card data is read by a
effective? destroyed. owing to static electricity. PC. If not, format the card.
On Windows, open “My computer” A memory card
Printer driver is →“Property” Delete the driver and install it Check the card to see if it is one
other than those Use a memory card specified.
not installed →“Device manager”. again according to operation of the specified cards.
specified is used.
correctly. Printer driver is installed in “Other manual.
devices” by mistake? Memory Card is Check to see if another Memory
Use a new Memory Card.
faulty. Card can be recognized.
Defective USB Operation is normal if USB cable is
Replace the USB cable. Check to see if foreign matters
cable replaced? Remove the foreign matters, and clean
Poor contact. are not adhering to Memory
Check to see if there is no adhesion of the contact.
Remove the foreign matters, Card or slot.
Poor contact foreign matters in the USB interface
and clean the contact. Firmware has
connector. – Upload firmware.
abnormality.
Defective main Check to see if main board is not
Replace the main board. Check to see if FFC is
board damaged. Electric noise, etc.
connected correctly and Ferrite After the confirmation, if they have no
has been
Core is positioned in place abnormality, replace the main board.
generated.
inside the printer.
Defective main Check to see if main board is
Replace the main board.
board not damaged.
3.3.5 Troubleshooting for Scanner Scanner does not operate for initialization
This section describes repair/service for the Scanner mechanism. In troubleshooting, Table 3-17. Scanner does not operate for initialization
first identify the trouble at the Assy level based on the observation. Cause Check Point Yes/No Remedy
According to the observation as described in Table 3-16, perform the necessary Connect the disconnected
Check each connector for Yes
checking by referring to the appropriate table. Connector is connector.
disconnection. Is there any
disconnected.
Scanner Errors at User Level connector disconnected? No Replace the main board.
Carriage operates but error indicated 3.3.6 Troubleshooting for Motors and Sensors
Table 3-19. Carriage operates but error indicated
Motor
Cause Check Point Yes/No Remedy
Table 3-22. Motor Resistance and Check Points
Upper case of scanner is Upper case of scanner is
Yes Install the upper case. Motor Name Location Check Point Resistance
removed. removed.?
Defective main board --- --- Replace the main board CR motor CN14 (White) Pin 1 & 2 22.7 Ω ± 10%
PF motor CN13 (Black) Pin 1 & 2 21.2 Ω ± 10%
Defective CR HP sensor Replace the CR HP sensor
--- ---
board board. CR motor (Scanner Unit) CN17 (White) Pin 1 & 2
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DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
EPSON Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590 Revision A
4.1 Overview C A U T IO N When using compressed air products; such as air duster, for
cleaning during repair and maintenance, the use of such
This section describes procedures for disassembling the main components of the products containing flammable gas is prohibited.
product. Use only recommended tools for disassembling, assembling or
Unless otherwise specified, disassembled units or components can be reassembled by adjusting the Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590.
reversing the disassembly procedure. Observe the specified torque when tightening screws.
Make the specified adjustments when you disassemble the
4.1.1 Precautions Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590.
Use the special package for transportation.
See the precautions given under the heading “WARNING” and “CAUTION” in the
following column when disassembling or assembling the product. Prior to disassembly and reassembly, remove the accessories,
such as memory cards.
Things, if not strictly observed, that could result in injury or loss of life are described When removing or installing exterior parts, take great care
under the heading “Warning”. that no coated surface is scratched and no coating is peeled off.
Precautions for any disassembly or assembly procedures are described under the
heading “CAUTION”.
4.1.2 Tools
Use only specified tools to avoid damaging the Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590.
Chips for disassembling procedures are described under the heading “CHECK Table 4-1. Tools
POINT”. Name Availability Tool Code
If the assembling procedure is different from the reversed procedure of the Phillips precision screwdriver { 1080530
disassembling, the procedure is described under the heading “REASSEMBLY”. Phillips precision screwdriver { 1080532
Tweezers { 1080561
Any adjustments required after disassembling the units are described under the heading
Upper case removing tool EPSON 1108202
“ADJUSTMENT REQUIRED”.
Note : “{” : available on the market “EPSON” : available from EPSON
When you have to remove any units or parts that are not described in this chapter, refer
to the exploded diagrams in the appendix. 4.1.3 Preparation before Disassembly
Make the following preparations before disassembling the Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/
Read precautions described in the next section before starting. 590:
When the Main Board is to be replaced, make a copy of the EEPROM data.
W A R N IN G Remove the batteries and unplug the AC adapter before
disassembling the Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590. When the Carriage Assy is to be moved out of its home position, locate it at a
Always wear gloves for disassembly and reassembly to avoid position other than the home position before starting disassembly by turning the
injury from sharp metal edges. power ON and turning it OFF timely.
To protect sensitive microprocessors and circuitry, use static As soon as the repaired product has been returned to the user, there may be a case
discharge equipment, such as anti-static wrist straps, when a maintenance call occurs because of the expiration of the life of a service part.
accessing internal components. Avoid such a case, if possible, as follows: Check the maintenance counter for
regularly replaced parts before disassembly. If the life of any part is found almost
expired, communicate with the user to that effect. If the user's consent is obtained,
replace also the relevant service parts with new ones.
START *For replacement of the Printer Mechanism Assy, install not only the housings but also
the following parts when installing the new Printer Mechanism Assy.
• Intermediate Gear (26.5) (p.62)
Panel Assy • PF Encoder Scale (p.62)
(p.42)
• PF Motor (p.62)
• ASF Assy (p.64)
Disassembly of Panel Scanner Unit
Assy (p.44) • Printhead (p.52)
• Head Harness Assy (p.69)
Disassembly of Scanner Main Board Printhead *
Unit (p.45) (p.52)
Middle Housing
(p.48)
PF Scale and PF Encoder I/S Assy APG Assy Eject Frame Assy
(p.62) (p.63) (p.65) (p.69)
Carriage Assy
(p.67)
1. Open the Scanner Unit, and remove the screws (x3) securing the Middle Cover
Assy. (Fig. 4-1)
2. Release the hooks (marked with ∆ : x4) on the side of the Printer Mechanism to let
Hook (x3)
the Middle Cover rise, insert a bamboo spatulas whose tip is soft into the cut
portion at the front center to release the hook, and remove the Middle Cover Assy.
3. Release the hooks at the right and left ends from the direction of the back of the Figure 4-1. Removing the Middle Cover Assy
panel to let the decorative panel rise, release all the hooks carefully and remove the
Unhook Unhook
decorative panel.
Decorative panel
4. Remove the screws (x2) securing the Panel Assy. (Fig. 4-2)
5. Lift the Panel Assy, and disconnect the FFCs x2 (CN23 and CN22) from the Main
Board. (Fig. 4-3)
2 6 5 1
C A U T IO N Take great care that the LCD surface is kept free from scratches
or dust and dirt. Ground Plate
In installation, make sure that the inside of the LCD Cover is free
from dust and dirt.
4 3
Shield Plate
1. Remove the Panel Assy (p.42)
Figure 4-4. Removing the Screws (Shield Plate)
2. Remove the screws (x6) securing the Shield Plate, Panel Board and Ground Plate,
and remove the Shield Plate upward. (Fig. 4-4)
3. Release the hooks, and remove the Panel Board. (Fig. 4-5)
4. Remove the screws (x2), and remove the LCD Module. (Fig. 4-6)
Hook (x2)
Tighten the screws for the LCD Module in the order specified.
(Fig. 4-6)
Install the Shield Plate under the board-to-board cable.
When installing the Shield Plate, tighten the screws in the order
specified. (Fig. 4-4)
After installing the Shield Plate, press each of the buttons and
check that a click is felt.
Figure 4-5. Removing the Panel Board
LCD Module
2
1
Ground Plate
C.B.P-TITE 2x8 (x2)
Torque : 0.4±0.1N·m
The harness for the Scanner CR Motor (CN17) and that for the Figure 4-9. Removing the Scanner Unit
PF Motor (CN13) are provided with the same 2-pin white
connector. Take care not to confuse them when connecting the
connectors to the Main Board.
Route the cables on the front side as viewed
Route the FFCs and cables of the scanner as shown in the from here, ensure the adequacy of the cable Double-stick
figure. (Fig. 4-10) length by pushing the cables into the space at tape x3
When installing the scanner cable, take care that no part of the the bottom corner, and route them through
the grooves in the Middle Housing. CN17
cable is positioned outside the cover. (Fig. 4-7) (Left end, 2-pin)
Scanner Unit Grounding wire
under CN19
Place the
ferrite cores
here
CN19
Slide it toward the front for removal
Middle Housing
Figure 4-7. Removing the Scanner Cable Cover Figure 4-10. Installing the Scanner Unit
A D J U S T M E N T When the Main Board is to be replaced, back up the data in C.B.S-TITE 3x8 (x3)
R E Q U IR E D Torque : 0.6±0.1N·m
EEPROM before starting disassembly, if possible. After assembly,
make the following adjustment. 3
5.1.1 Adjustment by Use of Adjustment Program (p.74) Shield Plate M/B
Support
C A U T IO N The Shield Plate may be burred. Be sure to wear gloves to avoid 1
injury from burrs. 2
2
4
C H E C K See the figure at right (Fig. 4-16) for the connector layout of the CN7 CN15
P O IN T Main Board. For the connector assignment of the Scanner Unit, CN23 CN16
see “4.2.3 Scanner Unit” (p.44).
4. Place the ferrite cores of group A as shown, and connect the connectors to the Routing the harness of group B
Main Board. (Fig. 4-17)
5. Fasten the ferrite cores with tape. (Fig. 4-18)
6. Route the harnesses of group B in the order of the power supply harness (CN3) → Route the harness of CN4 CN3 route
as shown so that it holds
PF Encoder (CN8) → CD-R Sensor (CN4), and connect them to the circuit board. down the harness of CN3.
(Fig. 4-18)
Harness treatment of CN8 (FFC) CN8
7. Connect the FFCs of group C to the connectors. (Fig. 4-19)
Double-stick tape x2
8. Stick acetate tape on the USB terminal (in the front). (Fig. 4-19)
CN4 CN3
The harness for the Scanner CR Motor (CN17) and that for the
PF Motor (CN13) are provided with the same 2-pin white
connector. Take care not to confuse them when connecting the
connectors to the Main Board.
Stick the acetate tape on the USB terminal (in the front) to
cover both the USB connector and Middle Housing.
Route here
Figure 4-18. Routing the Harness of Group B
CN6
CN7
Ferrite Core x4
Acetate Tape (18x20mm)
Figure 4-17. Routing the Harness and Setting the Ferrite Cores
Figure 4-19. Connection of Group C (FFCs)
4.2.5 Middle Housing Hinge Assy B (Longer): Left side Move the
carriage
C A U T IO N After removing the Waste Ink Assy, take due care not to stain any
surrounding objects with waste ink.
C.B.P-TITE 3x6
1. Remove the Panel Assy (p.42) Torque : 0.8±0.1N·m
Hinge Assy (Shorter) :Right side
2. Remove the Scanner Unit (p.44) C.B.P-TITE 3x10 (x2)
Torque : 0.6±0.1N·m
3. Remove the Main Board (p.45) Waste Ink Assy EMI frame
4. Release the Lock Lever of the Carriage Assy, and move it. (Figure below)
C.B.P-TITE 3x8 (x2)
5. Remove the screw, and remove the EMI Frame. (Fig. 4-20) Torque : 0.6±0.1N·m
6. Remove the screws (x2) securing the Waste Ink Assy. (Do not remove the tube)
7. Remove the screw and remove the Hinge Assy (left and right). Figure 4-20. Removing the Waste Ink Assy and the Hinge Assy
8. Remove the screws (3 in the front and 2 in the rear) securing the Middle Housing
Assy. 4 5
9. Remove the Middle Housing Assy with care not to get any cables caught and with
attention paid to the Waste Ink Assy.
C.B.P-TITE 3x10 (x5)
C H E C K The methods for unlocking the carriage (moving the carriage from Torque : 0.6±0.1N·m
P O IN T its home position) are as follows:
While the printer is operating, turn power OFF by unplugging
the AC cable so that the carriage is shifted from its home
position.
Turn by hand the EJ roller gear at the left side of the printer. 2
(Take care not to get injured with any nearby sheet metal 3
part.) 1
(Continued to next page) Figure 4-21. Removing the Middle Housing Assy
1. Check the following before installing the Middle Housing Assy: Acetate Tape 18x20 (x4)
Stacker operates properly. (Seep.57)
The harness is routed properly. (Fig. 4-22), (Fig. 4-23)
2. Slide the Front Frame Ground Plate rearward and remove it from the Middle
Housing Assy.
3. Lead out all the connectors and FFCs through the space shown in the figure and
install the Middle Housing on the printer. (Fig. 4-24) Hooks
PF Encoder FFC
~Rear right~ ~Rear left~
~Left side~
4. After checking the following conditions, tighten the screws in the order specified.
(See Figure 4-21)
The right and left openings at the front bottom of the Middle Housing are properly
Front Frame Ground Plate
engaged with the projections of the Bottom Housing. (Fig. 4-25)
The power supply harnesses (black and yellow) are fastened properly. (Fig.
4-25)
(Held down with the Middle Housing and free from floating or dislocation)
Slide toward the
5. Install the Front Frame Ground Plate on the Middle Housing. (Fig. 4-26) In contact with the front to fix it
Front Frame
6. (See p.48 for the subsequent steps.)
Figure 4-26. Installing the Front Frame Ground Plate
Route the Waste Ink Tube with the red line always facing up so
that the tube is free from distortion. And with the tube passed
through the hook as shown in the figure, install the Waste Ink
Tray Assy. (Fig. 4-27)
In Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590, there is a difference between
the Hinge Assy to be installed on the right side and that to be
installed on the left side. Be sure to install the Hinge ASSY B Always with red line facing up NG
(longer) on the left side. (Fig. 4-20)
Route here
~Front left~ ~Front right~
C A U T IO N When removing the Waste Ink Tray Assy, take due care not to
stain any surrounding objects with waste ink.
When connecting the Waste Ink Tube, wipe the ink, if any, off
Waste Ink Tube (to the I/S Assy)
the joint area of the tube. With ink left adhering to the joint
area, the tube cannot be connected firmly and thus may easily
come off. Figure 4-28. Removing the Waste Ink Tray Assy
In addition, the tube, which is to be routed with the red line
always facing up, must be connected with care that the tube is
free from distortion.
Route the Waste Ink Tube with the red line always facing up so
that the tube is free from distortion. And with the tube passed Always with red line facing up NG
through the hook as shown in the figure, install the Waste Ink
Tray Assy. (Fig. 4-29)
A D J U S T M E N T On the occasion of replacing a part with a new one, replace all the Route here
R E Q U IR E D
specified parts with new ones and clear the counter value after
assembly.
5.1.1 Adjustment by Use of Adjustment Program (p.74) Do not pass the tube
through this hook
4.2.7 Printhead
C A U T IO N Take due care not to stain any surrounding objects with ink. In Head FFC Cover
addition, be careful not to clog the nozzles by, say, touching the
Head Cable
nozzle side with your bare hand. Cover Hook
When removing the Head FFC Cover, do not use any pointed
tool; otherwise, the FFC may be damaged.
Handle the CSIC board carefully; especially take care not to
Pay attention
touch it with your bare hand or not to bend it. to the FFC
When releasing the hook of the CSIC Connector Holder Assy,
take care not to damage the FFC or cables.
Hook
C H E C K Using the upper case removing tool (1108202), the Printhead can
P O IN T be replaced even without removing the Middle Housing. (The
description in this section is given on the assumption that the Figure 4-30. Removing the FFC Cover
upper case removing tool is not available.)
10. Remove the screws (x3) securing the Printhead. (Fig. 4-32)
11. Lift the Printhead, and disconnect the FFCs (x2). (Fig. 4-33)
C.B.P-TITE 2.6x8
See Page 68 for how to remove the cartridge cover. Torque : 0.4±0.1N·m
Printhead
Connect the FFC with attention paid to the terminal surface.
When installing the Printhead, tighten the screws in the specified
2 1
order. (Fig. 4-32)
Install the Head FFC Cover and Head Cable Cover as shown
below.
3
Head ID
4. Pull out the Linear Scale from the CR Encoder of the Carriage Assy.
5. Turn the Linear Scale upward by 90 degrees and release it from the left hook.
Install the Linear Scale with the cut portion toward upper left.
Cut portion 4. Pull it out from the CR Encoder
4.2.9 Printer Mechanism Lubrication is necessary. Refer to the following section and
lubricate the specified points:
C A U T IO N Do not remove or install the Printer Mechanism Assy with the CD- LUBRICATION OF PRINTER MECHANISM ASSY (p.91)
R Guide in the lower position; otherwise, CD-R Guide Sensor may Tighten the screws in the specified order. (Fig. 4-35)
be damaged. (Fig. 4-36)
Before starting work, be sure to raise the CD-R Guide. A D J U S T M E N T Once the Printer Mechanism Assy has been replaced with a new
The PF Scale comes in contact with the floor if the Printer R E Q U IR E D
one, refer to the following section and perform the necessary
Mechanism Assy is turned counterclockwise by about 15
adjustments.
degrees. In such a case, the PF Scale may be damaged. Take
5.1.1 Adjustment by Use of Adjustment Program (p.74)
great care not to damage the PF Scale when handling the
removed Printer Mechanism Assy. (Alternatively, remove the
PF Scale and PF Encoder. (p.62) ) 6
er
Print ism 5 3
ech an
M About
15°
Do not incline it by 15
degrees or more and do not
drag it in an inclined
position.
4 C.B.P-TITE(P2) 3x8 (x6)
Torque : 0.6±0.1N·m
2
Since the back of the CR Frame is lubricated, take care not to
stain your hand with grease when holding the Printer 1
Mechanism Assy.
(Do not touch any parts with a greasy hand.)
Figure 4-35. Removing the screws (Printer Mechanism Assy)
1. Remove the Panel Assy (p.42)
2. Remove the Scanner Unit (p.44)
OK (Guide lever in up position) NG (Guide lever in down position)
CD-R Guide Lever
3. Remove the Middle Housing (p.48)
4. At the rear of the printer, peel off the tape, and remove the ferrite core for the CR
Motor from the Housing Lower Assy.
5. Remove the screws (x6) securing the Printer Mechanism Assy. (Fig. 4-35)
6. Push the CD-R Guide Lever to raise the CD-R Guide.
7. Remove the Printer Mechanism Assy from the Housing Lower Assy carefully. CD-R Guide Sensor The sensor may be damaged if Printer
Mechanism is lifted under these conditions
Figure 4-36. CD-R Guide Lever and CD-R Guide Sensor
C A U T IO N When removing the Waste Ink Pads, take due care not to stain
No need to
any surrounding objects with waste ink. replace
Place the Waste Ink Pads (x2) by pushing them along the cut
portions until they are all the way seated and make sure that
they are free from floating.
1. Remove the Printer Mechanism (p.55) Figure 4-37. Removing the Waste Ink Pads
2. Remove Waste Ink Pads (x2) from the Housing Lower. (Fig. 4-37)
P/S Assy
A D J U S T M E N T On the occasion of replacing a part with a new one, replace all the
R E Q U IR E D
specified parts with new ones and clear the counter value after C.B.P-TITE 3x10
assembly. Torque : 0.6±0.1N·m
5.1.1 Adjustment by Use of Adjustment Program (p.74)
2. Remove the screw, and remove the P/S Cover. (Fig. 4-39)
P/S Cover
3. Disconnect the connector, and remove the Power Supply Board.
Power Supply Board
A D J U S T M E N T When the Power Supply Board has been replaced with a new one,
R E Q U IR E D Disconnect the connector
refer to the following section and perform the necessary C.B.P-TITE 3x10
adjustments. Torque : 0.6±0.1N·m
5.1.1 Adjustment by Use of Adjustment Program (p.74) Figure 4-39. Removing the Power Supply Board
Hook
CD-R Shaft
CD-R Guide Lever
Hook
When installing the CD-R Shaft, orient it so that the side where the
distance from the shaft end to the hole for the hook of the gear is
larger is positioned left (on the spring side), and pass it through the Insert the projection under the guide
Stacker. (Fig. 4-44)
Before tightening the screws, confirm the following conditions:
♦Right and Left Stacker Guides have been installed properly.
(Check the 2 locating holes and 1 projection) Insert the protrusion
♦Stacker has been installed properly. (Check the following into the guide groove
Stacker is in the down position
positions with the Stacker in the down position.) (Fig. 4-45)
• Projections (x2) in the rear (under the Stacker Guides) Figure 4-45. Installing the Stacker
• Protrusions at right and left sides (inserted in guide groove)
Tighten the screws in the specified order. (Fig. 4-42) 2.Insert the hook end into the guide
See Fig.4-46 for installation of the CD-R Guide Lever Spring.
After installing the spring, move Stacker up and down and check the installation of the spring.
~Down~ ~Up~
Install the gear with the shaft
in the highest position
Lubrication Point
When installing the Scanner Housing, engage the hooks (x3) in
the front properly first and then engage the hinge area in the
rear.
Tighten the screws in the specified order. (Fig. 4-47)
Lubrication is necessary. Refer to the following section and Figure 4-49. Removing the CIS Unit
lubricate the specified points:
LUBRICATION OF SCANNER UNIT (p.93) Bottom of CIS Sticker (x2)
When replacing the CIS Unit, check the sticker on the Bottom
Board, and use the Spacers (x2) of the same specification (A ~ Install the Spacers (x2) of the same
C) as the marking on the sticker, placing them at the right and specification (A ~ C) as the marking
on the sticker, placing them at the
left positions. (Fig. 4-50) right and left positions.
Install the Timing Belt on the carriage with care not to confuse A: Spacer, CIS, A17 (black)
B: Spacer, CIS, B19 (white)
the toothed areas of the inside and outside of the belt. C: Spacer, CIS, C21 (gray)
Spacer, CIS, B
C H E C K Install the CIS Spring as follows: Engage the end of the spring Figure 4-50. Installing Spacers CIS
P O IN T with the cut portion in the spring catch area of the CIS Carriage
first. Then turn the spring to install it. Bottom of CIS
Timing Belt
No tooth
(outside)
Toothed
(inside)
CIS Spring Both inside and
outside toothed
Figure 4-51.
C A U T IO N Handle the PF Scale with care not to scratch or stain it. Do not
touch it with your bare hand. PF Encoder
C.B.P-TITE 2.6x8
Torque : 0.4±0.1N·m
2. Disconnect the FFC of the PF Encoder, remove the screw, and remove the PF
Encoder. (Fig. 4-54) Figure 4-54. Removing the PF Encoder / PF Scale
C A U T IO N Take due care not to stain any surrounding objects with ink. In
addition, when removing the Waste Ink Tube, take care not to
splash ink.
Do not remove
Do not touch the head cleaner (wiper) with your bare hand, and
make sure that it is free from grease. Touching with your bare 1
hand or adhering grease can cause nozzle clogging.
2
C.B.S-TITE 3x6 (x2) Remove the
1. Remove the Printer Mechanism (p.55) lower one
Torque : 0.8±0.1N·m
2. Remove the tube from the Waste Ink Assy (as required). Figure 4-57. Removing the I/S Assy
3. Remove the screws (x2), and remove the I/S Assy. (Fig. 4-57)
~Bottom~
Catch it in here
4. Remove the screw securing the LD Roller Guide. (Fig. 4-61) Push the protrusions
5. With care not to damage the Linear Scale, push the right and left protrusions, lift
the LD Roller Guide and release the hooks (x5), and remove the LD Roller.
6. Remove the right and left screws (x2) securing the ASF Assy. (Fig. 4-62)
Figure 4-61. LD Roller Guide
7. On the front side, release the right and left hooks (x2) fastening the ASF Assy and
the tip of the Change Lever from the printer frame. C.B.S-TITE(P4) 3x6 (x2)
Torque : 0.8±0.1N·m
8. Remove the composite gear (10, 15.2), and remove the ASF Assy.
1
Lubrication is necessary. Refer to the following section and
lubricate the specified points: 2
LUBRICATION OF ASF ASSY (p.92)
LUBRICATION AT INSTALLATION OF ASF ASSY (p.91)
When installing the ASF Assy, make sure that the composite
gear, the chip of Change Lever and the hooks (x2) are engaged
properly.
Tighten the screws in the specified order. (Fig. 4-62)
Figure 4-62. Removing the screw (ASF Assy)
Install the APG Assy by the following procedure: (Fig. 4-65) 4. Check engagement
1. Install the composite gear (10, 15.5). of the hooks
2. Pass a pin (o2mm) or the like through the locating hole in the
Right PG Cam on the CR Guide Shaft and that in the printer
frame.
Pin
3. Pass a pin or the like through the locating hole in the spur gear
28.8 and that in the APG Assy. With the pins left inserted in
the holes, install the APG Assy on the printer frame.
4. Make sure that all the hooks are engaged properly and the
protrusions fit in the printer frame, and tighten the screws in the 4. Install the
order shown in Fig.4-63 . composite gear
Pin
Figure 4-65. Installing the APG Assy
4.5.5 CR Motor
1. Remove the Printer Mechanism (p.55) Acetate Tape (18x30mm)
6. Remove the screws (x2), and remove the CR Motor. (Fig. 4-68) Figure 4-66. Removing the CR Motor Harness
Lubrication is necessary. Refer to the following section and Driven Pulley Assy
lubricate the specified points:
LUBRICATION OF DRIVEN PULLEY (p.91)
Install the CR Motor with its printed area facing upward.
Tension Spring
12. Remove the Carriage Assy together with the CR Guide Shaft from the left side of CR Guide Shaft
the printer frame.
C.B.S-TITE 3x6
Torque : 0.8±0.1N·m
Up
Toothed
(inside)
No tooth
(outside) Timing Belt
Install the PG Left Cam by mating the D cut surfaces and with
the cam positioned outside so that it does not come in contact
with sensing area of the APG Sensor.
Must not touch CR Encoder
the sensing area Figure 4-73. Carriage Assy (rear)
Carriage guide
When installing the Cable Holder Frame, ensure that it is Cartridge Cover Hinge
positioned correctly in the front and back direction. (Fig. 4-69)
Before installing the Eject Frame, install the Left EJ Frame Cable Holder Frame
Spring (longer), and the Right EJ Frame Spring (shorter)
temporarily, in the respective positions shown below on the C.B.S-TITE 3x6
Eject Frame. After installing the Front Frame, move the Right Torque : 0.8±0.1N·m
EJ Frame Spring to the spring support. Projection
2 1
Projection
Front Frame
Release the harness
Left EJ Frame Spring ~Temporarily~ Figure 4-75. Removing the Front Frame
Fit the shaft holders (left and right) on the underside of the Eject
Frame onto the Paper Eject Roller Shaft. (Fig. 4-76)
After installing the Front Frame, confirm the engagement of the
projections (x2), and then tighten the screws in the specified order.
(Fig. 4-75)
Lubrication is necessary. Refer to the following section and Shaft holder
lubricate the specified points:
Lubrication of Front Frame (p.90)
After installing the Cable Holder Frame, confirm the engagement
of the projection, and then tighten the screw. (Fig. 4-75) Eject Frame Assy
After installing the Head FFC as shown, move the carriage several
times and confirm that the FFC is free from undue tension or Shaft holder
excessive allowance. (Fig. 4-74) Figure 4-76. Removing the Eject Frame Assy
Do not touch
4.5.9 Paper Guide Front Assy Right Parallelism Bush ~Printer rear~
PF EJ Ground Spring
C A U T IO N Do not touch any of the rubber rollers of the Paper Eject Roller
Assy or coated surface of the PF Roller Assy; otherwise, the print
quality may drop.
5
ADJUSTMENT
EPSON Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590 Revision A
5.1 Overview
The adjustments of Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590 are roughly classified to the following types.
Table 5-1. Adjustment Items
Priority order 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Parts TOP Head CR heat Scanner
EEPROM Market USB ID Waste ink pad Head ID Bi-D PW sensor PF EJ BRS/PFP
\ data copy setting input counter
Ink charge
input
margin Angular
adjustment adjustment
protection
adjustment adjustment
origin
Unit adjustment adjustment control adjustment
Removal – – – – – – O – – – – O O –
ASF
Replacement – – – – – – O – – – – O O –
Removal – – – – – – – – O – – – – –
CR motor
Replacement – – – – – – – – O O O – – –
Paper guide Removal – – – – – – O – O O – O O –
upper Replacement – – – – – – O – O O – O O –
Removal – – – – – – – – O – – O O –
Front frame
Replacement – – – – – – – – O – – O O –
Removal – – – – – – O O O O – O O –
Printhead
Replacement – – – – O O O O O O – O O –
Removal – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
Replacement O – – – – – – – – – – – – –
Main board
Replacement O
– O O – O O O O O O O O O
(EEPROM Copy NG) (Replace pads)
Holder shaft Removal – – – – – – O – – – – – – –
unit Replacement – – – – – – O – – – – – – –
Removal – – – – – – – – – – – O O –
EJ roller ASSY
Replacement – – – – – – – – – – – O O –
Removal – – – – – – O O O O O O O –
PS board
Replacement – – – – – – O O O O O O O –
Paper guide Removal – – – – – – O O O O – O O –
ASSY Replacement – – – – – – O O O O – O O –
Removal – – – – – – O – O O – O O –
PF motor
Replacement – – – – – – O – O O – O O –
Removal – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
Waste ink pad
Replacement – – – O – – – – – – – – – –
Removal – – – – – – O O O O O O O –
CR unit
Replacement – – – – – – O O O O O O O –
Removal – – – – – – O O O O O O O –
CR guide shaft
Replacement – – – – – – O O O O O O O –
Star wheel Removal – – – – – – – – O – – O O –
ASSY Replacement – – – – – – – – O – – O O –
Removal – – – – – – O – – – – O O –
PF roller ASSY
Replacement – – – – – – O – – – – O O –
Printer Removal – – – – – – O O O O O O O –
Mechanism Replacement – – – – – – O O O O O O O –
Removal – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
Scanner
Replacement – – – – – – – – – – – – – O
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C H E C K If the disassembly process includes the removal of any 5.1.1 Adjustment by Use of Adjustment Program
P O IN T components/parts specified, make the adjustments specified. Description:
If it is impossible to back up the EEPROM data when replacing
the Main Board, replace all the maintenance parts with new For the adjustment by use of the adjustment program, the details are described in the
ones and clear the counter. In addition, make 5.4 Scanner Home window and help of the program. Therefore, this manual does not describe the details
Position Adjustment (p.84). of the adjustment by use of the adjustment program.
Make the mechanical adjustments before making adjustments OS: Windows 98/Me/2000/XP
that use the adjustment program.
Preparations for use of the program:
Copy the supplied folder containing the adjustment program onto the HDD of a
PC.
C H E C K Connect the printer to the PC with the USB cable before running
P O IN T the adjustment program.
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5.2 PG Adjustment C H E C K Make this adjustment after installing the mechanism unit in the
P O IN T Housing Lower. (Install the Linear Scale after adjustment.)
Described below is the platen gap (PG) adjustment. Refer to “4.2.9 Printer Mechanism (p.55)”
Purpose: With Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590, four stages of PG setting
Adjust the distance between the head surface and the Paper Guide Front Assy are available by means of the APG Mechanism. However, make
(platen) properly and adjust the parallelism on the 0th column side and on the 80th this adjustment with the mechanism in the minimum PG
columns side to ensure reliable print quality. position (PG-: 1.2 mm).
Once the Carriage Assy and/or Adjustment Bushes have been removed or (Refer to “4.5.4 APG Assy (p.65)” and below.)
whenever necessary for any other reason, make this adjustment to correct the
deviation of the platen gap. Locating hole
Plain paper
PGtype
1.7 EPSON special thin paper, SF, etc.
<Mechanical default>
Rubbing with PG1.2 is avoided
Envelopes
PG+ 2.35 Rubbing with PG1.2 and 1.7 is
avoided
C A U T IO N The thickness gauge to be used must be free from dust and dirt Gauge is CR passes
and from deformation. Be sure to clean it before use. dropped
Take care that the Print Head is not soiled or scratched.
To ensure high accuracy of adjustment, install dummy ink
cartridges in the carriage, and move the carriage right and left Figure 5-2. PG Criteria
by pulling the belt without holding the carriage.
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Adjustment procedure
Align with the 7th rib from the left Align with the sixth rib from the right
Specified PG value: 1.2 ± 0.1 mm
10. Pull the Timing Belt to move the carriage to the left end.
~Left side~ ~Right side~
11. If the carriage does not come in contact with the gauge, make the adjustment
again. CR
Guide
12. Pull the Timing Belt to move the carriage to the right end. Shaft
UP
13. If the carriage does not come in contact with the gauge, make the adjustment
again.
CR Guide Shaft
CR
14. Mark the indicated graduation position of the right and left Parallelism Bush, and Guide
tighten the screws. (Screw tightening torque: 0.8 ± 0.1 N•m) Shaft
DOWN
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5.3 Banding Reduction System (BRS) Adjustment / Paper Feed Profile Correction (PFP)
5.3.1 Overview For the BRS/PFP adjustment, any of the scanners listed in Table 5-4 can be used to
read the pattern.
This section describes the BRS/PFP adjustment. At the start of the adjustment program, select the scanner to be used.
C H E C K For outline of BRS/PFP, refer to 2.3 Banding Reduction System Table 5-4. Specified Scanner for BRS/PFP Adjustment
P O IN T (BRS)/ Paper Feed Profile Correction (PFP) (p.19) in Chapter 2 Model Sensor System Remarks
“Operating Principles”. Perfection 4990Photo CCD
Be sure to make 5.4 Scanner Home Position Adjustment (p.84)
Perfection V700 Photo CCD
before performing the BRS/PFP adjustment.
In each adjustment described here, a printed adjustment Stylus Photo RX520/RX530/
CIS Use the built-in scanner
pattern is to be read with a scanner, and a correction value is to Stylus CX7700/CX7800
be calculated from the scanned data. Therefore, a specified Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590 CIS Use the built-in scanner
scanner must be prepared. For scanning, make sure that the
document table of the scanner is free from dust and dirt. Note : When the BRS/PFP adjustment for Stylus PHOTO RX560/580/590 is to be performed,
use its built-in scanner.
Tools and papers for the adjustment C H E C K The drying time necessary after the printing of the BRS
P O IN T adjustment pattern varies with the sensor system of the scanner
Table 5-3. Tools and Papers for BRS/PFP Adjustment used for the adjustment. No drying is required for the PFP
Tool / Paper Tool Code Remarks adjustment pattern or PFP confirmation pattern.
Common PFP Base Scale 1453980 When scanner with CCD is used
Scanning just after printing is possible. (Drying for two
BRS Matte Paper-Heavyweight (A4) –
minutes or so is recommended if it can be afforded.)
Premium Photo Paper Glossy (EAI) / When scanner with CIS is used
PFP Premium Glossy Photo Paper (Other) –
Drying for five minutes or more is needed after the printing of
(Size: 4x6)
the BRS adjustment pattern.
Calculate
Specified scanner for the adjustment correction
value
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Adjustment flow
C H E C K If an error has been displayed on the adjustment program,
Make the adjustment according to the following adjustment flow: P O IN T confirm the following points and perform the adjustment again.
If an error occurs even after confirmation of the following points,
START the error is attributable to any problem with the scanner.
Therefore, perform the adjustment again using another scanner.
1. Make sure that the printer for which the correction value is
Printing the BRS
adjustment pattern (p.79) registered is the same one that was used to print the
adjustment pattern.
2. Make sure that the printed pattern is located on the document
Reading the BRS
adjustment pattern (p.80) table properly along the scale.
3. Make sure that there is no clearance between the reference
scale and the printed pattern.
Yes
Has error occurred? 4. Make sure that the scanner glass surface and the reference
No
scale are free from dust and dirt.
Yes
Has error occurred?
No
NG
Confirmation pattern
judgment cde
OK
END
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Figure 5-8. Positioning the Reference Scale and BRS Adjustment Pattern
(View from Back of Document Table Glass)
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Figure 5-10. Positioning the Reference Scale and PFP Adjustment Pattern
(View from Back of Document Table Glass)
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OK
No banding
NG
With white banding
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5.4 Scanner Home Position Adjustment 5.4.1 Preparations for Use of the Adjustment Program
1. Execute the supplied file and install (overwrite) the adjustment program onto the
The home position of the Scanner Unit deviates when the CCD Unit, Scanner CR PC.
Motor Assy or any other scanner carriage-related component has been replaced or
reassembled. Make this adjustment to enhance scanning accuracy. 2. Start the adjustment program by one of the following methods:
Execute “FT.exe” in the folder that has been installed as described above.
C H E C K The EEPROM stores the data on scanner home position
P O IN T adjustment. If you can not download all the EEPROM data, you C H E C K The scanner driver must have been installed on the PC (scanner
should also perform this adjustment. P O IN T must be recognized). If the PC does not recognize the scanner, the
following error window will appear at the start of adjustment.
Table 5-5. Tools
Tool Name Availability Tool Code
In close contact
(Selection from here is also possible)
with the upper “SGL” icon
left corner
Figure 5-15. Single Test Dialog Display
2. Run the adjustment program. Upon start, the “Select Parameter Set” window will
open. (See Figure 5-14)
Select “Guinness” and click [OK].
3. When the window shown in the figure is displayed, click the “SGL” icon on the
toolbar. (See Figure 5-15)
Figure 5-16. Execution of Home Position Adjustment
4. When the window shown in the figure is displayed, click the [Execute] button to
run the program. (See Figure 5-16)
5. On completion of writing, the check screen appears. Confirm that “TEST OK” is
displayed on the top line. If “TEST OK” is not displayed, make the adjustment
again. (See Figure 5-17)
TEST OK
C H E C K After adjustment, perform “Home Position Confirmation” and
P O IN T make certain that the adjusted values have been written in
EEPROM.
Figure 5-17. OK Screen
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MAINTENANCE
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C A U T IO N Never use any grease other than those specified, since such Amount of ø 1x3 mm
Application
grease can affect adversely the mechanical life and functions of
this product or result in damage to this equipment. Applying Injector
Tool
As the suitable volume is also designated based on evaluation Coated surface must
result, avoid applying any undesignated volume. Make sure that the be free from grease
G-71
Precautions coated surface of the PF
Do not lubricate any part other than those specified. Take care Roller Shaft is free G-71
that no grease adheres to any paper transport parts, such as from grease.
rollers, or the Printhead; otherwise, the print quality may drop.
Paper Eject Roller
Specified lubricant, etc. Lubrication Shaft and shaft holders
Points (2 positions: right and Left side of Paper Right side of Paper
Table 6-3. Specified Lubricant, etc. left) Eject Roller Shaft Eject Roller Shaft
Type Name Parts Code Available Type G-71
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LUBRICATION AT INSTALLATION OF CARRIAGE ASSY LUBRICATION OF CARRIAGE ASSY AND CR GUIDE SHAFT
Precautions
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Precautions
Precautions
LUBRICATION OF PRINTER MECHANISM ASSY
Maintenance Overview 91
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Described below are the lubrication points of the ASF Assy for the case where the LD Roller Shaft is locked and those for the case where the Hopper has been released.
When LD Roller Shaft is locked When Hopper has been released
x4
x4
Left side of LD Roller Vicinity of LD Roller 1x5 mm (x2) Left side of LD Vicinity of LD Right side of LD
Shaft
Roller Shaft Roller Roller Shaft
Right side of LD Roller Shaft
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Lubrication
CR CIS
Points
G-74
Type G-74
Amount of
Application
G-74
Applying
Tool
G-74
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7
APPENDIX
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7.1 Connectors
Appendix Connectors 95
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PE Sensor
Pin No. Signal on Main Board Signal on Mechanism Side Remarks
1 PRN-PE SIG PE Sensor signal
2 PRN-PE GND Grounding
3 PRN-PE VCC Power to PE Sensor (+3.3V_SN)
APG HP Sensor
Pin No. Signal on Main Board Signal on Mechanism Side Remarks
1 APG-HP SIG APG Sensor signal
2 APG-HP GND Grounding
3 APG-HP VCC Power to APG Sensor (+3.3V_SN)
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Figure 7-2. C663MAIN Component Layout (Back) Figure 7-3. C663MAIN Component Layout (Front)