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NOTICE All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part of this manual in any form whatsoever without SEIKOEPSON’s 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...
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 DAN...
SAFETY INFORMATION This printer is a page printer which operates by means of a laser. There is no possibility of danger fromthe 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...
For Finland, Sweden Users; VAROITUSLaitteen käyttäminen muulla kuin tässä käyttöohjeessa mainitulla tavalla saat- taa altistaa käyttäjän turvallisuusluokan 1 ylittävälle näkymättömälle laser-säteiylle. VARNING Om apparaten används på annat sätt än i denna bruksanvisning specificerats,kan användaren ...
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 - v -
PREFACE This manual describes functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations, maintenance, and repairof EPL-5500.The instructions and procedures included herein are intended for the experience repair technician, andattention should be given to the precautions on the preceding page. The ch...
REVISION SHEET Revision Issue Date Revision Page Rev. A October 06, 1995 1st issue Rev. B March 15, 1996 Revise the whole pages of thefollowing chapters: Chapter 1Chapter 2Chapter 3Chapter 4Chapter 5Chapter 6 - vii -
Chapter 1 General Description Table of Contents 1.1 FEATURES 1-1 1.2 SPECIFICATIONS 1-3 1.2.1 Basic Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-31.2.2 Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
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 ...
Standard paper Xerox 4024 DP paper 20 lb (75 g/m 2 ) Normal paper Regular photocopier paperBond paperRecycled paper16 to 24 lb (60 to 90 g/m 2 ) Special papers Card stock (90 to 157 g/m 2 ) EnvelopesLabelsLetterheadTransparency (OHP) sheetsColored paper Printable Area 4.0 mm 4.0 mm 4.0 mm 4.0 mm F...
1.2.2 Electrical Specifications Table 1-5. Electrical Requirements and Ranges Description 100 V Version 200 V Version Rated voltage 100 ∼ 120 VAC 220 ∼ 240 VAC Input voltage range 90 ∼ 132 VAC 198 ∼ 264 VAC Rated frequency range 50 ∼ 60 Hz Input frequency range 47 ∼ 63 Hz Power consumption Less than...
1.2.9 Software Specifications Built-in modes: HP LaserJet 4 emulation (PCL 5e) EPSON GL/2 mode (GL-like mode) Note: 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 ...
1.3 INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS The EPL-5500 is equipped with the following external interfaces: ❏ Parallel interface ❏ Optional LocalTalk/serial interface ❏ Optional Type B interface with Type-B EX box 1.3.1 Parallel Interface The parallel interface has the following two modes: ❏ Compatibility mode (s...
Table 1-8. Parallel Interface Pin Assignments Pin No. Signal Name I/O Description 1 STROBE IN STROBE is a strobe pulse used to read data from the hostcomputer. The pulse width must be more than 0.5 µ sec. Normally it is HIGH, and data is latched at the trailing edge ofthis signal. 2-9 DATA 1-8 IN DA...
1.3.1.2 Reverse Mode Reverse mode for the EPL-5500 supports the IEEE-P1284 nibble mode. This printer can run inreverse mode, in which the printer can inform the computer of its status with EJL and PJLcommands.System: IEEE-P1284 nibble mode Connector type: P90-25027-1 (Amphenol) receptacle Applicable...
Figure 1-4 shows the switch diagram for the parallel interface state. F o r w a r dD a t aT r a n s f e r F o r w a r dI d l e S T R O B E A C K a n d B U S Y C o m p a t i bi l i t y M od e T e r m in a t e N eg o t i at i o n S L CT I N = HI G H F a i l e dN e g o t i a t i o n R e v e r s eD a t ...
Figure 1-5 shows the 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 AvailableHB DNA: Host Busy Data is Not Av...
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:...
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 Sign...
1.4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This section describes functions performed through the control panel, such as printing a statussheet, 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 panelconsis...
Functions of Pressing the Button ❏ While the Red light flashes slowly: Function of button Clears an error. Operation Hold down the button until the yellow and Red lights both go onafter release. The printer prints a status sheet indicating the errortype. ❏ While the Red light flashes fast: Function ...
1.4.2 Printer Settings Functions The printer settings function from the Remote Control Panel (software) lets the user control most ofthe printer’s functions, such as printing test pages, selecting a paper size, and changing the printer’sconfiguration. Table 1-12 shows the printer settings options. T...
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. Togetherthey are referred to as SPL (Shared Printer Language). EJL: EPSON Job Lang...
1.4.8 Toner Save Mode The Toner Save Mode uses about 50% less toner than normal. The printer saves toner by substiutinga gray shade for the black inside of characters. the outlines of the characters are still printed in fullback. 1.4.9 Optional Memory If you have difficulty printing complex, graphic...
1.5.1 C169 MAIN-B Board The C169 MAIN-B board is a video controller and engine controller board. The primary functions ofthis board are receiving print data from the host, generating the print image (video), and sendingthe print image to the engine controller via the video interface. A 32-bit 22 MHz...
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-32.1...
Figure 2-20. High-Voltage Supply Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13Figure 2-21. Print Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14Figure 2-22. Print Sequence (Start) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
2.1 ENGINE OPERATION This section describes the functions and operating principles of the EPL-5500 engine. Figure 2-1shows the locations and names of the main engine components. 1. Fan Motor (M3) 11. Paper Feeding Tray 2. Lower Fusing Roller 12. Paper Lift-up Plate 3. Paper Exit Sensor (PC3) 13. Pap...
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) addsanother feeding method. Paper fed by the paper take-up roller is transported t...
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-upand transport sections in the unit via the drive transmission gear. Although the feeding method isthe same as for the paper feed tray in the printer, th...
2.1.1.5 Image Transfer The electrode comb is an image transfer system that transfers the toner image on the PC drum ontothe paper. 2.1.1.6 Fusing The toner image transferred onto the paper is fixed securely using a heat roller system as the fusingsystem. The upper fusing roller, which is heated by t...
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 enginecontroller connecting diagram. C169 MAIN-B Board MainMotor(M1) PolygonMotor(M2) FanMotor(M...
Figure 2-12 shows the main motor drive circuit. The M1 main motor is a four-phase stepping motorcontrolled by the CPU (IC201) on the main board (C169 MAIN-B). This board has a stepping motordriver IC that drives the M1 main motor with a constant current. 2.1.2.2 Paper Take-Up Sensor and Paper Exit S...
2.1.2.3 Fuser Control The heater lamp, powered by AC voltage, heats the fuser. When the power supply board receivesa FUSER signal from the main board (C169 MAIN-B), the power supply board (PWB-E) suppliesthe AC voltage to the heater lamp. This AC voltage is cut by an interlock switch when the case i...
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 20º C for 50 msec. within 12 to 30 sec. after warm up. (This error applies only when the thermistor detects a temperature of 90º C or less.) 2. If the t...
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). The LDATA signal is the laser on/off signal. When it is LOW, the laser emits, and when it is HIGH,the laser sto...
Figure 2-21 shows the print process. Figure 2-22 shows the start print sequence. The printer’s engine starts printing when it receives thePRINT signal from the video controller circuit. Figure 2-23 is the end of the print sequence. Brush Roller Charging Laser Exposure PC Drum Image Transfer Developm...
2.1.2.7 Fan Motor Control The fan motor (M3) rotates at engine initialization, and stops after 2 sec. The fan motor also rotatesduring printing. When printing ends, the fan motor stops after 3 min. If the following condition isdetected, the printer indicates a Fan motor error. The voltage equivalent...
2.2 VIDEO CONTROLLER OPERATION The video controller section generates the video signals for received data. The video controllersection is the C169 MAIN-B Board. 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. TheC169 MAIN-B Bo...
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 voltagelevel less than 4.25 V is detected. The reset time is approximately 128 ms. 2.2.1...
Chapter 3 Disassembly and Assembly Table of Contents 3.1 GENERAL INFORMATION 3-1 3.1.1 Precautions for Disassembly/Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13.1.2 Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
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 No. Type Standard Appearance Size (mm) Length (mm) #1 CB 4 8 #2 CB(S)(P1) 3 6/8 #3 CBS 3 6/8/14 #4 CCS...
3.2 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY This section describes and illustrates the procedures for removing and disassembling thecomponents of the EPL-5500. Cleaning is described in Chapter 6. The assembly procedures arenot described, except for special notes where necessary, because assembly can be accomplishe...
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 optionalLocalTalk/ serial board or Type-B EX bo...
3.2.3 Disassembling the Engine This section describes disassembling the engine, including the high voltage unit (PWB-F) andpower 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. ...
3.2.3.2 Image Transfer Unit Removal 1. Open the top cover. 2. Remove the harness cover A. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.3.) 3. Remove the 2 screws (#5) and holders at both ends of the image transfer unit. 4. Disconnect the 2 connectors and remove the unit. Figure 3-5. Removing the Image Transfer Unit - 1 ...
ASSEMBLY POINTS After reinstalling the image transfer unit, check that the unit smoothly moves up anddown. 5. Remove the remove the electrode comb. ASSEMBLY POINTS When reinstalling the electrode comb, be careful of the direction of installation. Install theelectrode comb so that the terminal of the...
3.2.3.4 High-Voltage Supply Board (PWB-F) Removal 1. Open the top cover. 2. Remove 1 screw (#5) from the PWB-F cover. 3. Remove the PWB-F cover. 4. Remove the 4 screws (#5) from the PWB-F board. 5. Disconnect 2 connectors. 6. Remove the PWB-F board. Figure 3-11. Removing the PWB-F Cover Figure 3-12....
3.2.3.5 Power Supply Unit (PWB-E) Removal 1. Remove the upper unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.3.) 2. Remove 6 screws (#4:2, #7:2), and remove the PWB-E cover. 3. Disconnect connector CN207 from the C169 MAIN-B Board. 4. Remove 4 screws (#4) and 2 screws (#6), and remove the PWB-E. Figure 3-13. Remove ...
3.2.3.6 Fusing Unit Removal 1. Open the top cover. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.3.) 2. Remove the image transfer unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.2.) 3. Remove 1 screw (#5), and remove the drive tension section of the fusing unit. 4. Remove the transport gear. 5. Release the hook of the spring and remove th...
7. Remove the harness cover. 8. Remove the fusing entrance guide. Figure 3-17. Removing the Harness Cover Figure 3-18. Removing the Fusing Entrance Guide EPL-5500 Service Manual Disassembly and Assembly Rev. B 3-13
3.2.3.7 Fusing Unit Disassembly This section describes how to remove the paper exit sensor, heater lamp, lower fusing roller, andupper fusing roller. Heater Lamp CAUTION Do not touch the glass surface of the lamp with your bare hands. 1. Remove the fusing guide plate. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.6.) 2. ...
Thermistor 1. Remove the fusing unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.6.) 2. Remove the 1 screw (#4), and remove the thermistor. ASSEMBL POINTS When reinstalling the thermistor, wire the harness as shown below. Figure 3-22. Removing the Thermistor Figure 3-23. Wiring Disassembly and Assembly EPL-5500 Servic...
Paper Separator 1. Remove the fusing unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.6.) 2. Release the lock of the holder and remove the 3 paper separator. ASSEMBLY POINTS When reinstalling the paper separators, be careful of these positions as the middle onediffers from others. Paper Exit Sensor 1. Remove the fusin...
Fusing Roller 1. Remove the fusing unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.6.) 2. Remove the 2 G-rings from the fusing unit. CAUTION When reinstalling the G-rings: ❒ Be careful of the direction. ❒ Securely position them into the grooves of the fusing roller. 3. Remove the upper fusing roller drive gear. 4. Re...
5. Take out the lower fusing roller. Thermal Fuse 1. Remove the fusing unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.6.) 2. Remove 2 screws (#5), and remove the thermal fuse. Figure 3-28. Removing the Lower Fusing Roller Figure 3-29. Removing the Thermal Fuse EPL-5500 Service Manual Disassembly and Assembly Rev. B ...
3.2.3.8 Main Motor Removal 1. Remove the housing components. (Refer to Section 3.2.1.1.) 2. Remove 1 screw (#4) which fixing the motor bracket and the 2 screws (#2) which fixing themain motor, and remove the main motor together with the bracket. Screw (#2) Screw (#4) Motor bracket Figure 3-30. Remov...
3.2.3.9 Paper Take-Up Sensor and Paper Take-Up Solenoid Removal 1. Remove the housing components. (Refer to Section 3.2.1.1.) 2. Turn over the printer on its back. 3. Remove the 4 screws (#6), and remove the ground plate. 4. Turn up the lifting plate. ASSEMBLY POINT When turnning up the lifting plat...
4.1 ADJUSTMENTS This section describes the adjustment procedures for the EPL-5500. You must perform theseadjustments 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 turni...
Note that if any digit of corresponding error number is "0", both yellow andred LED lights go on and off once at the same time. EPL-5500 Service Manual Troubleshooting Rev. B 5-3
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 whatactions to take for various types of malfunctions. Ea...
Table 5-5. The Printer Does Not Operate at All Cause Step Checkpoint Finding Solution Connector CN207 on theC169 MAIN-B Board may bedisconnected. 1 Is connector CN207 on theC169 MAIN-B Boarddisconnected? Yes Connect CN207 onthe board. The fuse on the PWB-E boardmay be blown. 2 Has the fuse blown on ...
Cause Step Checkpoint Finding Solution The optical unit may be bad. 1 — — Replace the opticalunit. The C169 MAIN-B Board maybe bad. 2 — — Replace the C169MAIN-B Board. EPL-5500 Service Manual Troubleshooting Rev. B 5-13
6.1 MAINTENANCE The EPL-5500 is a page printer that uses an electrophotographic printing method. Unlike mostimpact or ink-jet printers, the key components in the electrophotographic process are integrated intotwo expendable units (the photoconductor unit and toner cartridge). Therefore, periodicrepl...
6.1.1.2 Replacement of Consumables This printer uses a consumable photoconductor unit and toner cartridge. The life of photoconductorunit is 20,000 pages and the toner cartridge life is 3,000 pages, when printing on A4- or letter-sizepages with a 5% print ratio. If printed images become faint, remov...
Appendix A Reference Materials Table of Contents A.1 CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS A-1 A.1.1 Main Board (C169 MAIN-B Board) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4 A.2 CIRCUIT DIAGRAM A-11 A.3 CIRCUIT BOARD COMPONENT LAYOUT A-16 List of Figures Figure A-1. Cable Connections for the...
A.1 CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS Figures A-1 and A-2 illustrate the interconnection of the primary components. Table A-1 gives thesize and a description of each connector. CN1 Parallel I/F CN2 RAM SIMM CN4 LocalTalk/Serial I/Fmodule or Type-B EX ROM SIMM CN5 C169 MAIN-B BoadVideo Controller Section Fig...
1234 M 1 M a i n m o to r 54 3 2 M 2 Po l y g o n m o t o r 12 3 4 1 C N 1 M C N 2 0 6 ϕ A ϕ A ϕ B ϕ B P O L Y GO N C T LD C 5 V G N D D C 2 4 V N . C . 1 2 M 3 F a n mo t o r C N 2 1 1 F A N D C 2 4 V C N 2 1 0 1 23 1 2 3 C N 3 S A N O D E ( P C 1 ) G N DP C 3 P C 3 C N 2 0 8 Pa p er E x i t s en s...
A.3 CIRCUIT BOARD COMPONENT LAYOUT Figure A-7. C169 MAIN-B Component Layout (Front) Appendix EPL-5500 Service Manual A-16 Rev. A
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Manual Epson EPL-5500
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NOTICE All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part of this manual in any form whatsoever without SEIKOEPSON’s 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...
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 DAN...
SAFETY INFORMATION This printer is a page printer which operates by means of a laser. There is no possibility of danger fromthe 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...
For Finland, Sweden Users; VAROITUSLaitteen käyttäminen muulla kuin tässä käyttöohjeessa mainitulla tavalla saat- taa altistaa käyttäjän turvallisuusluokan 1 ylittävälle näkymättömälle laser-säteiylle. VARNING Om apparaten används på annat sätt än i denna bruksanvisning specificerats,kan användaren ...
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 - v -
PREFACE This manual describes functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations, maintenance, and repairof EPL-5500.The instructions and procedures included herein are intended for the experience repair technician, andattention should be given to the precautions on the preceding page. The ch...
REVISION SHEET Revision Issue Date Revision Page Rev. A October 06, 1995 1st issue Rev. B March 15, 1996 Revise the whole pages of thefollowing chapters: Chapter 1Chapter 2Chapter 3Chapter 4Chapter 5Chapter 6 - vii -
Chapter 1 General Description Table of Contents 1.1 FEATURES 1-1 1.2 SPECIFICATIONS 1-3 1.2.1 Basic Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-31.2.2 Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
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 ...
Standard paper Xerox 4024 DP paper 20 lb (75 g/m 2 ) Normal paper Regular photocopier paperBond paperRecycled paper16 to 24 lb (60 to 90 g/m 2 ) Special papers Card stock (90 to 157 g/m 2 ) EnvelopesLabelsLetterheadTransparency (OHP) sheetsColored paper Printable Area 4.0 mm 4.0 mm 4.0 mm 4.0 mm F...
1.2.2 Electrical Specifications Table 1-5. Electrical Requirements and Ranges Description 100 V Version 200 V Version Rated voltage 100 ∼ 120 VAC 220 ∼ 240 VAC Input voltage range 90 ∼ 132 VAC 198 ∼ 264 VAC Rated frequency range 50 ∼ 60 Hz Input frequency range 47 ∼ 63 Hz Power consumption Less than...
1.2.9 Software Specifications Built-in modes: HP LaserJet 4 emulation (PCL 5e) EPSON GL/2 mode (GL-like mode) Note: 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 ...
1.3 INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS The EPL-5500 is equipped with the following external interfaces: ❏ Parallel interface ❏ Optional LocalTalk/serial interface ❏ Optional Type B interface with Type-B EX box 1.3.1 Parallel Interface The parallel interface has the following two modes: ❏ Compatibility mode (s...
Table 1-8. Parallel Interface Pin Assignments Pin No. Signal Name I/O Description 1 STROBE IN STROBE is a strobe pulse used to read data from the hostcomputer. The pulse width must be more than 0.5 µ sec. Normally it is HIGH, and data is latched at the trailing edge ofthis signal. 2-9 DATA 1-8 IN DA...
1.3.1.2 Reverse Mode Reverse mode for the EPL-5500 supports the IEEE-P1284 nibble mode. This printer can run inreverse mode, in which the printer can inform the computer of its status with EJL and PJLcommands.System: IEEE-P1284 nibble mode Connector type: P90-25027-1 (Amphenol) receptacle Applicable...
Figure 1-4 shows the switch diagram for the parallel interface state. F o r w a r dD a t aT r a n s f e r F o r w a r dI d l e S T R O B E A C K a n d B U S Y C o m p a t i bi l i t y M od e T e r m in a t e N eg o t i at i o n S L CT I N = HI G H F a i l e dN e g o t i a t i o n R e v e r s eD a t ...
Figure 1-5 shows the 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 AvailableHB DNA: Host Busy Data is Not Av...
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:...
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 Sign...
1.4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This section describes functions performed through the control panel, such as printing a statussheet, 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 panelconsis...
Functions of Pressing the Button ❏ While the Red light flashes slowly: Function of button Clears an error. Operation Hold down the button until the yellow and Red lights both go onafter release. The printer prints a status sheet indicating the errortype. ❏ While the Red light flashes fast: Function ...
1.4.2 Printer Settings Functions The printer settings function from the Remote Control Panel (software) lets the user control most ofthe printer’s functions, such as printing test pages, selecting a paper size, and changing the printer’sconfiguration. Table 1-12 shows the printer settings options. T...
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. Togetherthey are referred to as SPL (Shared Printer Language). EJL: EPSON Job Lang...
1.4.8 Toner Save Mode The Toner Save Mode uses about 50% less toner than normal. The printer saves toner by substiutinga gray shade for the black inside of characters. the outlines of the characters are still printed in fullback. 1.4.9 Optional Memory If you have difficulty printing complex, graphic...
1.5.1 C169 MAIN-B Board The C169 MAIN-B board is a video controller and engine controller board. The primary functions ofthis board are receiving print data from the host, generating the print image (video), and sendingthe print image to the engine controller via the video interface. A 32-bit 22 MHz...
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-32.1...
Figure 2-20. High-Voltage Supply Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13Figure 2-21. Print Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14Figure 2-22. Print Sequence (Start) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
2.1 ENGINE OPERATION This section describes the functions and operating principles of the EPL-5500 engine. Figure 2-1shows the locations and names of the main engine components. 1. Fan Motor (M3) 11. Paper Feeding Tray 2. Lower Fusing Roller 12. Paper Lift-up Plate 3. Paper Exit Sensor (PC3) 13. Pap...
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) addsanother feeding method. Paper fed by the paper take-up roller is transported t...
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-upand transport sections in the unit via the drive transmission gear. Although the feeding method isthe same as for the paper feed tray in the printer, th...
2.1.1.5 Image Transfer The electrode comb is an image transfer system that transfers the toner image on the PC drum ontothe paper. 2.1.1.6 Fusing The toner image transferred onto the paper is fixed securely using a heat roller system as the fusingsystem. The upper fusing roller, which is heated by t...
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 enginecontroller connecting diagram. C169 MAIN-B Board MainMotor(M1) PolygonMotor(M2) FanMotor(M...
Figure 2-12 shows the main motor drive circuit. The M1 main motor is a four-phase stepping motorcontrolled by the CPU (IC201) on the main board (C169 MAIN-B). This board has a stepping motordriver IC that drives the M1 main motor with a constant current. 2.1.2.2 Paper Take-Up Sensor and Paper Exit S...
2.1.2.3 Fuser Control The heater lamp, powered by AC voltage, heats the fuser. When the power supply board receivesa FUSER signal from the main board (C169 MAIN-B), the power supply board (PWB-E) suppliesthe AC voltage to the heater lamp. This AC voltage is cut by an interlock switch when the case i...
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 20º C for 50 msec. within 12 to 30 sec. after warm up. (This error applies only when the thermistor detects a temperature of 90º C or less.) 2. If the t...
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). The LDATA signal is the laser on/off signal. When it is LOW, the laser emits, and when it is HIGH,the laser sto...
Figure 2-21 shows the print process. Figure 2-22 shows the start print sequence. The printer’s engine starts printing when it receives thePRINT signal from the video controller circuit. Figure 2-23 is the end of the print sequence. Brush Roller Charging Laser Exposure PC Drum Image Transfer Developm...
2.1.2.7 Fan Motor Control The fan motor (M3) rotates at engine initialization, and stops after 2 sec. The fan motor also rotatesduring printing. When printing ends, the fan motor stops after 3 min. If the following condition isdetected, the printer indicates a Fan motor error. The voltage equivalent...
2.2 VIDEO CONTROLLER OPERATION The video controller section generates the video signals for received data. The video controllersection is the C169 MAIN-B Board. 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. TheC169 MAIN-B Bo...
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 voltagelevel less than 4.25 V is detected. The reset time is approximately 128 ms. 2.2.1...
Chapter 3 Disassembly and Assembly Table of Contents 3.1 GENERAL INFORMATION 3-1 3.1.1 Precautions for Disassembly/Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13.1.2 Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
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 No. Type Standard Appearance Size (mm) Length (mm) #1 CB 4 8 #2 CB(S)(P1) 3 6/8 #3 CBS 3 6/8/14 #4 CCS...
3.2 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY This section describes and illustrates the procedures for removing and disassembling thecomponents of the EPL-5500. Cleaning is described in Chapter 6. The assembly procedures arenot described, except for special notes where necessary, because assembly can be accomplishe...
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 optionalLocalTalk/ serial board or Type-B EX bo...
3.2.3 Disassembling the Engine This section describes disassembling the engine, including the high voltage unit (PWB-F) andpower 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. ...
3.2.3.2 Image Transfer Unit Removal 1. Open the top cover. 2. Remove the harness cover A. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.3.) 3. Remove the 2 screws (#5) and holders at both ends of the image transfer unit. 4. Disconnect the 2 connectors and remove the unit. Figure 3-5. Removing the Image Transfer Unit - 1 ...
ASSEMBLY POINTS After reinstalling the image transfer unit, check that the unit smoothly moves up anddown. 5. Remove the remove the electrode comb. ASSEMBLY POINTS When reinstalling the electrode comb, be careful of the direction of installation. Install theelectrode comb so that the terminal of the...
3.2.3.4 High-Voltage Supply Board (PWB-F) Removal 1. Open the top cover. 2. Remove 1 screw (#5) from the PWB-F cover. 3. Remove the PWB-F cover. 4. Remove the 4 screws (#5) from the PWB-F board. 5. Disconnect 2 connectors. 6. Remove the PWB-F board. Figure 3-11. Removing the PWB-F Cover Figure 3-12....
3.2.3.5 Power Supply Unit (PWB-E) Removal 1. Remove the upper unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.3.) 2. Remove 6 screws (#4:2, #7:2), and remove the PWB-E cover. 3. Disconnect connector CN207 from the C169 MAIN-B Board. 4. Remove 4 screws (#4) and 2 screws (#6), and remove the PWB-E. Figure 3-13. Remove ...
3.2.3.6 Fusing Unit Removal 1. Open the top cover. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.3.) 2. Remove the image transfer unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.2.) 3. Remove 1 screw (#5), and remove the drive tension section of the fusing unit. 4. Remove the transport gear. 5. Release the hook of the spring and remove th...
7. Remove the harness cover. 8. Remove the fusing entrance guide. Figure 3-17. Removing the Harness Cover Figure 3-18. Removing the Fusing Entrance Guide EPL-5500 Service Manual Disassembly and Assembly Rev. B 3-13
3.2.3.7 Fusing Unit Disassembly This section describes how to remove the paper exit sensor, heater lamp, lower fusing roller, andupper fusing roller. Heater Lamp CAUTION Do not touch the glass surface of the lamp with your bare hands. 1. Remove the fusing guide plate. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.6.) 2. ...
Thermistor 1. Remove the fusing unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.6.) 2. Remove the 1 screw (#4), and remove the thermistor. ASSEMBL POINTS When reinstalling the thermistor, wire the harness as shown below. Figure 3-22. Removing the Thermistor Figure 3-23. Wiring Disassembly and Assembly EPL-5500 Servic...
Paper Separator 1. Remove the fusing unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.6.) 2. Release the lock of the holder and remove the 3 paper separator. ASSEMBLY POINTS When reinstalling the paper separators, be careful of these positions as the middle onediffers from others. Paper Exit Sensor 1. Remove the fusin...
Fusing Roller 1. Remove the fusing unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.6.) 2. Remove the 2 G-rings from the fusing unit. CAUTION When reinstalling the G-rings: ❒ Be careful of the direction. ❒ Securely position them into the grooves of the fusing roller. 3. Remove the upper fusing roller drive gear. 4. Re...
5. Take out the lower fusing roller. Thermal Fuse 1. Remove the fusing unit. (Refer to Section 3.2.3.6.) 2. Remove 2 screws (#5), and remove the thermal fuse. Figure 3-28. Removing the Lower Fusing Roller Figure 3-29. Removing the Thermal Fuse EPL-5500 Service Manual Disassembly and Assembly Rev. B ...
3.2.3.8 Main Motor Removal 1. Remove the housing components. (Refer to Section 3.2.1.1.) 2. Remove 1 screw (#4) which fixing the motor bracket and the 2 screws (#2) which fixing themain motor, and remove the main motor together with the bracket. Screw (#2) Screw (#4) Motor bracket Figure 3-30. Remov...
3.2.3.9 Paper Take-Up Sensor and Paper Take-Up Solenoid Removal 1. Remove the housing components. (Refer to Section 3.2.1.1.) 2. Turn over the printer on its back. 3. Remove the 4 screws (#6), and remove the ground plate. 4. Turn up the lifting plate. ASSEMBLY POINT When turnning up the lifting plat...
4.1 ADJUSTMENTS This section describes the adjustment procedures for the EPL-5500. You must perform theseadjustments 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 turni...
Note that if any digit of corresponding error number is "0", both yellow andred LED lights go on and off once at the same time. EPL-5500 Service Manual Troubleshooting Rev. B 5-3
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 whatactions to take for various types of malfunctions. Ea...
Table 5-5. The Printer Does Not Operate at All Cause Step Checkpoint Finding Solution Connector CN207 on theC169 MAIN-B Board may bedisconnected. 1 Is connector CN207 on theC169 MAIN-B Boarddisconnected? Yes Connect CN207 onthe board. The fuse on the PWB-E boardmay be blown. 2 Has the fuse blown on ...
Cause Step Checkpoint Finding Solution The optical unit may be bad. 1 — — Replace the opticalunit. The C169 MAIN-B Board maybe bad. 2 — — Replace the C169MAIN-B Board. EPL-5500 Service Manual Troubleshooting Rev. B 5-13
6.1 MAINTENANCE The EPL-5500 is a page printer that uses an electrophotographic printing method. Unlike mostimpact or ink-jet printers, the key components in the electrophotographic process are integrated intotwo expendable units (the photoconductor unit and toner cartridge). Therefore, periodicrepl...
6.1.1.2 Replacement of Consumables This printer uses a consumable photoconductor unit and toner cartridge. The life of photoconductorunit is 20,000 pages and the toner cartridge life is 3,000 pages, when printing on A4- or letter-sizepages with a 5% print ratio. If printed images become faint, remov...
Appendix A Reference Materials Table of Contents A.1 CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS A-1 A.1.1 Main Board (C169 MAIN-B Board) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4 A.2 CIRCUIT DIAGRAM A-11 A.3 CIRCUIT BOARD COMPONENT LAYOUT A-16 List of Figures Figure A-1. Cable Connections for the...
A.1 CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS Figures A-1 and A-2 illustrate the interconnection of the primary components. Table A-1 gives thesize and a description of each connector. CN1 Parallel I/F CN2 RAM SIMM CN4 LocalTalk/Serial I/Fmodule or Type-B EX ROM SIMM CN5 C169 MAIN-B BoadVideo Controller Section Fig...
1234 M 1 M a i n m o to r 54 3 2 M 2 Po l y g o n m o t o r 12 3 4 1 C N 1 M C N 2 0 6 ϕ A ϕ A ϕ B ϕ B P O L Y GO N C T LD C 5 V G N D D C 2 4 V N . C . 1 2 M 3 F a n mo t o r C N 2 1 1 F A N D C 2 4 V C N 2 1 0 1 23 1 2 3 C N 3 S A N O D E ( P C 1 ) G N DP C 3 P C 3 C N 2 0 8 Pa p er E x i t s en s...
A.3 CIRCUIT BOARD COMPONENT LAYOUT Figure A-7. C169 MAIN-B Component Layout (Front) Appendix EPL-5500 Service Manual A-16 Rev. A
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