Epson 9600 Service Manual
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SERVICE MANUAL Color Large Format Inkjet Printer EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 ® SEIJ01017 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 2
of them. „ The above not withstanding SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION can assume no responsibility for any errors in this manual or the consequences thereof. EPSON is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purpose only and - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 3
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. WARNING 1. REPAIRS ON EPSON - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 4
disassembling and assembling the product. CHAPTER 5.ADJUSTMENT Provides Epson-approved methods for adjustment. CHAPTER 6.MAINTENANCE Provides preventive maintenance procedures and the lists of Epson-approved lubricants and adhesives required for servicing the product. APPENDIX Provides the following - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 5
Revision A Date of Issue May 10, 2002 First release Revision Status Description - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 6
45 1.4.3.15 Nozzle Check Pattern Printing 45 1.4.3.16 Status Printing 46 1.4.3.17 Job Information Print 48 1.4.3.18 Firmware version 49 1.4.3.19 Printable pages of each ink cartridge 49 1.4.3.20 Ink remaining 49 1.4.3.21 Maintenance tank count 49 1.4.3.22 Use counter 50 1.4.3.23 Clear - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 7
32 Power cleaning 60 1.4.3.33 Cutter Blade Replacement 60 1.4.3.34 Gap Adjustment (Bi-D Adjustment, Uni-D Adjustment 60 1.4.3.35 BK ink cartridge replacement 64 1.4.4 Maintenance Mode 1 66 1.4.5 Maintenance Mode 2 70 1.4.6 Paper feeding adjustment conversion table 84 1.4.7 Firmware Reload - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 8
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 3.2.2.13 Ink-related Errors 130 3.2.2.14 Defective ink cartridge 130 3.2.2.15 Ink lever released 130 3.2.2.16 Illegal ink cartridge 131 3.2.2.17 Maintenance tank full 131 3.2.2.18 No Maintenance tank 131 3.2.2.19 Wrong IK designation 131 3.2.2.20 Fatal - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 9
Disassembly and Assembly of Cleaning Mechanism 198 4.6.1 Maintenance ASSY Removal 199 4.6.2 Pump Motor ASSY 200 4.6.3 Cap ASSY 200 4.6.4 Pump ASSY 201 4.6.5 Cleaner Head (Wiper 203 4.6.6 Flushing Box ASSY 204 4.7 Disassembly and Assembly of Circuit Boards 205 4.7.1 Power Supply Board 205 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 10
Maintenance Items During Service Operations 279 6.2 Lubrication and Glue 280 6.2.1 Lubricating the CR Guide Rail 280 Chapter 7 Appendix 7.1 Connectors ...282 7.2 Component Layout 285 7.3 Circuit Diagrams 286 7.4 Exploded Diagrams 292 7.5 ASP List (Parts List 317 7.5.1 ASP List for Stylus Pro - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 11
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION CHAPTER 1 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 12
† Large Format „ Stylus Pro 7600: Stylus Pro 9600: Max. 24 inch paper width, A1+ size supported Max. 44 inch paper width, B0+ size supported † Pigment ink / Dye ink „ Pigment ink: Users can select following blackish ink combinations. • Photo Black + Light Black • Matte Black + Light Black - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 13
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 1.1.2 Differences between Stylus Pro 7600 and Stylus Pro 9600 Table 1-3. Differences between Stylus Pro 7600 and Stylus Pro 9600 Item Stylus Pro 7600 Stylus Pro 9600 Product Maximum paper Specifications width 610mm (About 24 inches / A1+size supported) 1118m ( - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 14
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 1.2 Basic Specifications 1.2.1 Print Specifications † Printing: On-demand ink-jet † Nozzle configuration: „ Black: 192 nozzles (Black1, Black2, 96 nozzles each) „ Color: 480 nozzles (cyan, magenta, light cyan, light magenta, yellow, 96 nozzles each) „ Nozzle - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 15
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 1.2.5 Paper Specifications 1.2.5.1 Roll Paper ACCEPTABLE PAPER The printer accepts following plain paper and EPSON special paper. With any other paper, proper paper feeding and satisfactory print quality are not ensured. † Paper Size Table 1-6. Acceptable Roll Paper - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 16
PAPER The printer accepts following plain paper and special paper. With any other paper, proper paper feeding and satisfactory print quality are not ensured. † Paper Size (The sizes indicated in bold italic are only for Stylus Pro 9600.) Table 1-9. Acceptable Sheet Sizes (Acceptable Paper) Paper - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 17
500mm, 600mm are supported for Europe. 5: Mechanism clips print data out of over-printable area for borderless print. BORDERLESS PRINT WIDTH Borderless print for right and left is assured with following paper width. *4 † Paper width Table 1-10. Stylus Pro 7600 Stylus Pro 9600 Japan 8" 210 mm - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 18
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 1.2.5.3 Special Paper † Roll (pigment) Table 1-11. Availability with Special Paper (Pigment) Characteristic Media Size Roll / Pigment Black INK Paper core" spindle thickness (mm) Auto cut Borde rless 8" 210 mm 10" 30 cm 12" 14" 40 cm 16" 50 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 19
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A † Roll (dye) Roll / Dye Name Presentation Matte Paper Semigloss Photo Paper (Asia / Europe) Semi Gloss Paper - Heavy Weight (US) Glossy Photo Paper (Asia / Europe) Glossy Paper - Heavy Weight (US) Doubleweight Matte Paper Glossy Film Photo Grade Glossy Paper ( - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 20
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A † Sheet (pigment) Table 1-13. Availability with Sheets (Pigment) Sheet / Pigment Name Japan Glossy Paper - Photo Weight Watercolor Paper - Radiant White Smooth Fine Art Paper Textured Fine Art Paper Enhanced Matte - Poster Board { { TBD { USA/ Europe/ - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 21
Pro 7600/Stylus Pro 9600 Dimension 203 mm ~ 610 mm 203 mm ~ 1118 mm 203 mm ~ 610 mm 203 mm ~ 1118 mm Max. 202m 279 mm ~ 1580 mm 3 mm/15 mm 3 mm 3 mm/15 mm 14 mm 0 mm/3 mm/15 mm 0 mm/3 mm 0 mm/3 mm/15 mm 0 mm/3 mm Paper Feed Direction Revision A † For borderless print - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 22
Manual cutting is performed by the following procedure. 1. Select "Roll Cutter Off" on the panel. 2. Press "Cut/ Eject" button. 3. Paper is automatically fed toward the cutter guide, and printer becomes Off-line. "Pause" is indicated on the LCD panel. 4. Adjust cutting position with "Paper Feed - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 23
sheets Approx. 1000 sheets 1.2.8.5 Maintenance Parts (TBD) † RTC backup battery: (TBD) † Cleaning unit life average (Cap assembly, Pomp assembly, Flushing box, Wiper) „ Stylus Pro 7600: 18,000 pages approx. (A1, plain paper, Speed mode, continuous print) „ Stylus Pro 9600: 8,000 pages approx. (B0 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 24
capping is completed, and turn the power OFF. 4: If the printer is left standing at temperature of -15°C or below, the ink in the print head and ink cartridges will freeze. If the ink is frozen, leave the printer standing at temperature of 25°C for more than three hours before its use. Temperature - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 25
accessories and replacement of consumables and easy work for daily maintenance. † From the front of the printer: 60 cm or more † From the rear and both sides of the printer: 15 cm or more „ When Stylus Pro 7600 is not equipped with the dedicated stand: Stylus Pro 7600 ejects paper downward. To - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 26
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 1.2.10 Overall Dimensions Revision A 1181.21 560.91 604.94 1100 † Dimensions of Unit Model Condition Stylus Pro 7600 Printer body Rearward paper eject Frontward paper eject Stylus Pro 9600 Frontward paper eject Rearward paper eject Frontward paper eject 754. - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 27
Overall Dimensions of Stylus Pro 9600 Model Condition Weight Stylus Pro 7600 Printer body (without feet mounted) * About 43.5 kg Feet About 10.5 kg Stylus Pro 9600 Printer body (without feet mounted) * About 62.0 kg Feet About 22.5 kg Note "*": Excluding the ink cartridges 697 1076.33 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 28
24 (2/3) inch roll paper spindle „ Roll paper sample „ Roll paper belt „ Ink cartridges (110ml PK, MK, LK, C, M, LC, LM, Y) „ Maintenance Tank „ User's Manual „ Driver & User's Manual „ EPSON GrayBalancer & EPSON Printer Service Utility „ Utility Software „ Guarantee Card „ Card holder „ Carton Box - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 29
44 (2/3) inch roll paper spindle „ Roll paper sample „ Roll paper belt „ Ink cartridges (110ml PK, MK, LK, C, M, LC, LM, Y) „ Maintenance Tank „ User's Manual „ Driver & User's Manual „ EPSON GrayBalancer & EPSON Printer Service Utility „ Utility Software „ Guarantee Card „ Card holder „ Carton Box - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 30
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 1.3 External View and Parts Names EXTERNAL VIEW Spindle Support Paper Cover Control Panel Connector for Take-up Drive Unit (Stylus Pro 9600 only) Connector Cover Control Panel Ink Cartridge Box Paper Set Lever Paper Feed Slot Maintenance Tank Dedicated Stand Stylus - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 31
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 1.4 Operating Panel 1.4.1 Buttons and Functions The operating panel contains the following buttons. Figure 1-7. Panel Design „ Power „ Pause „ SelecType (Panel setting menu shift, setting item shift (down)) „ Paper Feed ∆ (setup value +) „ Paper Feed ∇ (setup value -) „ - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 32
cleaning Blink Paper jam error, paper cutting error, paper not straight, paper recognition error, or paper (sheet) eject failure On Pause. Blink Cleaning print head, or ink drying. On Black ink1 end, or wrong black ink Blink Black ink1 low. On Black ink2 end, or wrong black ink Blink Black - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 33
ink Illegal cartridge for corresponded ink Corresponded ink level low Fatal error Reset, timer IC reset/NVRAM clear F/W updating completed † Maintenance tank Table 1-26. Displayed functions Maintenance tank full No maintenance tank Maintenance tank almost full warning Fatal error Reset - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 34
TANK FULL No maintenance tank NO MAINTENANCE TANK Unable to print error UNABLE TO PRINT Paper is too thick for cleaning REMOVE PAPER Ink is not enough for cleaning NOT ENOUGH INK Ink cartridge replacing SET INK CARTRIDGE Ink drying INK DRY nn MIN *5 Restart request TURN PRINTER - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 35
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 1.4.3 SelecType 1.4.3.1 Outline † Startup The SelecType mode is selected by pressing the SelecType button during print ready, warning, or maintenance call status. The printer is then automatically incapable of printing. † Operation 1. The Printer setting menu - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 36
Detect paper width Detect skew error Job timeout setting No margin print setting Cutter adjustment Auto margin refresh Initialize setting value Nozzle check pattern print Status print Job information print Firmware version Printable pages of ink cartridge Black1 Black2 Cyan Magenta Light - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 37
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A Table 1-28. Panel setting menu item (continued) Top menu (Panel display) Printer status menu (PRINTERSTATUS MENU) Item menu Black1 Black2 Cyan Ink remaining Magenta Light Cyan Light Magenta Yellow Maintenance tank count Panel display INKLEFT MAINT - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 38
LOW Print adjustment (MW) PRINTADJ 0 ~ 5 ~ 9 Powerful cleaning PWRCLEANING EXEC Replace BK ink BLKINKCHNG EXEC Release ink lever RELEASE INKLEVER - Remove all ink cartridges REMOVE ALL INKCARTRIDGES - Select ink set after change Black ink replacement (only for pigment printer) Set - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 39
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A Table 1-28. Panel setting menu item (continued) Top menu (Panel display) Gap adjustment menu (HEADALIGNMENT MENU) Item menu Paper thickness (in 0.1mm units) Adjustment pattern select and print 240CPS Bi-D adjustment Black 240CPS 190CPS 240CPS VSD1 Total 7 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 40
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 1.4.3.3 PG Setting Selecting this mode allows the user to set the platen gap. The relationship between panel setting, command setting (SN command), and actual platen gap position is shown below. Table 1-29. PG Setting Values Paper Paper When paper thickness - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 41
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A The actual platen gap may be set to any of the following Position Wide Medium Narrow Minimum Table 1-30. Gap width Application 2.6 mm Thick paper 2.2 mm Reduce the smearing on the printed image of thin paper. 1.2 mm Thin paper (Default) 0.7 mm Thin - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 42
an error. Therefore, the user must bear responsibility in selecting this function OFF setting. 1.4.3.10 Job Timeout Setting When print data is interrupted longer than setting time although data receiving is available, the print job is regarded as the end, and the printer runs paper feeding operation - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 43
, and 10cm for other papers. Revision A † No margin setting No margin mode Printer operation Table 1-32. Right/left no margin 4 sides no margin No margin mode (1 cut) 4 sides no margin (2 cuts) Driver setting No margin print Panel setting NO MARGIN L/R (Printer setting menu) ONLY Notes - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 44
from 1 to 17 with "Paper Feed" button. † Level structure of Cutter position adjustment menu Pause READY SelecType Paper Source PRINTER SETUP SelecType Paper Source PRINTER SETUP CUTTER ADJ SelecType Paper Source CUTTER ADJ EXEC Enter PRINTING ALGNMNT PATTERN CUTTER ADJ *8 † Cutter - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 45
, Magenta, LightCyan, LightMagenta, Yellow - Black2 † Each parameter indicates the following; „ : „ : „ : „ : „ : N for Stylus Pro 7600, W for Stylus Pro9600 firmware version D for dye, P for pigment Maintenance tank available quantity total ink counter just before print - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 46
of printed sheets Use Ink Ink consumption counter value (total cumulative consumption by printing, flushing and cleaning) Printer Status Use Paper Mainte Tank Paper consumption counter value (total cumulative paper feed amount by printing) Remaining ink volume in Maintenance Tank *1 Cutter - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 47
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 #1 XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX #2 XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX Type B :Uninstalled - Current Setting Printer Status Platen Gap :Standard | Version :BWxxxx P Page Line :On | Total Prints :xxxxxx PG Interface :Parallel | Use Ink :xxxxxx.x ml Code Page :PC437 | Use - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 48
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 1.4.3.17 Job Information Print With this mode, users can print job information saved in the printer. (Max. 10Job) Definition of job is followings; „ Adjustment patterns and test patterns (Gap adjustment, Nozzle check pattern, Status print, Cutter position, Paper thickness - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 49
for initial filling is subtracted, and ink remaining of each ink cartridge is displayed as 100%. Ink use count is started at that time. When ink cartridge is replaced, ink use is counted/ displayed according to "Ink system specifications." 1.4.3.21 Maintenance tank count † How to calculate Present - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 50
Maintenance Tank LED lights up. † Counter clear It is cleared with replacing maintenance tank. 1.4.3.22 Use counter † Ink used Ink used with following operations is counted; • Print operation (irrespective of completion/discontinuation of printing) • All flushing operation • All cleaning operation - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 51
of use, thus it is given only as a yardstick. Revision A † CR motor life monitor „ How to calculate It is displayed with tube life (B1 width), because tube friction causes CR motor trouble. The tube life is calculated with the number of CR scan times. Printer Model Stylus Pro 7600 Stylus Pro 9600 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 52
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A † PF motor life monitor „ How to calculate It is calculated for trouble examination in case that it is used beyond production life, because parts of PF motor and paper feeding drive mechanism are not supported to exchange within production life. It is - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 53
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 † Cleaning unit life monitor „ How to calculate Cleaning unit life is same as pump motor life. Cap assembly, pump assembly, flushing box, and wiper are exchanged at the same time by a service person. „ Display (Life) 100 ~ 81% E F 80 ~ 61% E F 60 ~ 41% E∗∗∗ F - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 54
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 1.4.3.29 Ink remaining indicator display Ink remaining indicator is displayed on the lower line of LCD panel. † LCD display item and LCD panel display position Ink type Black1 Black2 Cyan Magenta Light Cyan Light Magent Yellow Maintenance*1 Panel display position 8 th - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 55
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 1.4.3.30 Job information † Definition of Job The minimum unit of printer operation is defined as "Job" with this printer. The job print information with character/image can be saved as a record. Basic print job functions are followings; Note "*": Cleaning is not defined - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 56
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 1.4.3.31 User Paper Setting Selecting this mode allows detection of the thickness of the available paper, and registration of up to four user-defined paper. Paper feeding adjustment, ink drying time, cutting method, MW print adjustment and suction may be - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 57
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A READY SelecType PAPER CONFIG SelecType Displays the paper number currently selected. STD, A1 ~ 10 Paper Source PAPER CONFIG Paper Source PAPER NUMBER STD It is displayed only when paper number 1~10 is selected. Paper Feed PAPER NUMBER STD Paper - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 58
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 PRINT PAPER THICKNESS DETECTION PATTERN † Printing Specifications Head speed Pattern height Color Print direction Pattern interval Table 1-41. 240 cps 96 dots Black Upper patterns: Leftward Lower patterns: Rightward Upper patterns: Equal intervals Lower patterns: - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 59
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 † Displacement of bottom pattern If the displacement in the gap adjustment value with a change of 0.1 mm in paper thickness is assumed to be X microns, the following applies. „ AB:Gap adjustment value with paper thickness +0.1 mm „ AC:Current gap adjustment value „ AD:Gap - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 60
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 1.4.3.32 Power cleaning With this mode, the printer has more power cleaning than normal cleaning. 1.4.3.33 Cutter Blade Replacement Selecting this mode allows the user to replace the cutter blade. The procedure for cutter blade replacement is as follows: 1. - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 61
closest pattern print of adjustment value saved in the printer. 3: Select "STD" when authentic EPSON dedicated paper is to be used. Then the paper thickness sensors detect the paper thickness and make automatic setting. (Thin paper = 0.2mm / Thick paper = 1.2mm) 4: When the following paper is to - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 62
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A Pause Ready SelecType Paper Source HEAD ALIGNMENT * Setting value 1~5~9 is selected with the Paper Feed button. It returns to a status before pattern print with the Paper Source bottom. * It always returns to "Ready" status with the Pause. SelecType Paper - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 63
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 GAP ADJUSTMENT PRINT PATTERN (TBD) † Print specifications Print specifications of gap adjustment print pattern Adjusting items Adjustment pattern height Adjustment pattern width Others 3 items (Refer to next clause for details) Bi-D Black (#1, #2, #3) 90mm Bi-D All (#1, - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 64
Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 1.4.3.35 BK ink cartridge replacement CHECK P O IN T „ This menu is only displayed for pigment model. It is not displayed for dye model. „ The printer is not turned off during sequence even if Power button is pushed. 1. Select "BK INK CHANGE" in "MAINTENANCE" of - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 65
CHARGING XXX%" 13. Ink filling completed. The manufacture logo, ink remaining, and printable pages, which are recorded in replaced ink cartridge CSIC, are displayed. 14. Paper is fed, and cleaning (CL2) is done only for the first printing after ink replacement. Product Description Operating Panel - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 66
) (PRINT) Setup value EXEC *1 - (-) ENGLISH, JAPANESE (-) METER, FEET/INCH - ECP, COMPAT (-) - (-) ON, OFF - EXEC (-) Manufacture logo (MANUFACT K1) EPSON Ink color BLACK / MATTE K / (CARTRIDGE K1) GRAY Ink type (INK TYPE K1) PIGMENT, DYE Ink capacity (INK CAP K1) 110ml/220ml - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 67
(M CARTRIDGE) Ink information menu (CRTG INFO MENU) Ink information (Lc) (Lc CARTRIDGE) Item menu 2 (Panel display) Setup value Manufacture logo (MANUFACT M) EPSON Ink color (CARTRIDGE M) MAGENTA Ink type (INK TYPE M) PIGMENT, DYE Ink capacity (INK CAP M) 110ml/220ml Ink remaining (INK - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 68
menu 2 (Panel display) Setup value Manufacture logo (MANUFACT Lm) EPSON Ink color LGT. MAGENTA (CARTRIDGE Lm) Ink type (INK TYPE LM) PIGMENT, DYE Ink capacity (INK CAP LM) 110ml/220ml Ink remaining (INK LEFT-LM) E*****F, E**** F, E*** F, E** F, E* F, E F Product date (PROD DATE LM) - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 69
is valid when mechanism sequence command "Paper feed adjustment mode = ON".) Users can change following conversion table with this maintenance mode. • User table for dye media • User table for pigment media † Change of paper feed adjustment table by users „ Format "XXx=nn:mm" Product Description - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 70
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A „ indicates conversion value paper feed adjustment conversion table saved in the printer. Format: "XXS=" NOTE 1: is 5 letters indicating version of engine controller. (e.g. "0270C") 2: is 1-figure hexadecimal number indicating change - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 71
(PF MOTOR) Initialize head unit (HEAD) Initialize cleaning unit (CLEANER) Initialize total printed pages counter (TOTAL PAGES) Initialize waste ink capacity (MAINTE TANK) Initialize flashing box (FL BOX) Initialize sponge for borderless print counter (SPONGE) Table 1-48. Maintenance mode 2 setup - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 72
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Top menu (Panel display) Table 1-48. Maintenance mode 2 setup items (continued) Item menu 1 (Panel display) Paper feeding adjustment conversion table 3 (System table pigment) (XX1=:) Paper feeding adjustment conversion table 4 (System table dye) (XX2=:) - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 73
Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Top menu (Panel display) Item menu 1 (Panel display) Maintenance information menu Ink system (MENUS) (MAINTINFO) Table 1-48. Maintenance mode 2 setup items (continued) Item menu 2 Total waste ink counter (sponge) Total waste ink counter (flushing box) Manual cleaning - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 74
ink use EPSON genuine ink Y A14 Total ink use Others Y A15 Ink cartridge replacement times P.K(K in slot 1 for dye model) 110ml A16 Ink cartridge replacement times P.K(K in slot 1 for dye model) 220ml A17 Ink cartridge replacement - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 75
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Top menu (Panel display) Item menu 1 (Panel display) Maintenance information menu Ink 2 (MENUB) (MAINTINFO) Table 1-48. Maintenance mode 2 setup items (continued) Item menu 2 Each color ink replacement date (Black1, this time) Each color ink vendor (Black1, this - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 76
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Top menu (Panel display) Item menu 1 (Panel display) Maintenance information menu Ink 2 (MENUB) (MAINTINFO) Table 1-48. Maintenance mode 2 setup items (continued) Item menu 2 Each color ink vendor (Yellow, this time) Each color ink replacement date (Yellow, last - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 77
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Top menu (Panel display) Item menu 1 (Panel display) Maintenance information menu Paper (MENUP) (MAINTINFO) Table 1-48. Maintenance mode 2 setup items (continued) Item menu 2 Roll paper setting times Sheets setting times Print length of each paper size (Roll paper - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 78
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Top menu (Panel display) Item menu 1 (Panel display) Paper (MENUP) Maintenance information menu (MAINTINFO) Print mode (MENUM) Table 1-48. Maintenance mode 2 setup items (continued) Item menu 2 Paper ejection times of each paper size (Sheet width 6) Print length of - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 79
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A Top menu (Panel display) Item menu 1 (Panel display) Maintenance information menu Panel setting (MENUO) (MAINTINFO) Table 1-48. Maintenance mode 2 setup items (continued) Item menu 2 PC setting Roll paper margin Borderless print setting Cutter - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 80
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Top menu (Panel display) Item menu 1 (Panel display) Maintenance information menu Fatal error (MENUF) (MAINTINFO) Table 1-48. Maintenance mode 2 setup items (continued) Service call history1 (Type) Service call history1 (Date) Service call history2 (Type) Service - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 81
error history 9 (Type) Normal error history 9 (Date) Normal error history 10 (Type) Normal error history 1 (0Date) Error times (Roll paper width) Error times (Sheet) Carriage unit clear at replacement Cleaning unit clear at replacement Head clear at replacement Cutter solenoid clear at replacement - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 82
) Head information counter clear (INIT.MENUH) Cutter information counter clear (INIT.MENUC) Maintenance information Ink information 1 counter clear (INIT.MENUA) initializing menu Ink information 2 counter clear (INIT.MENUB) (INITINFO) Paper information counter clear (INIT.MENUP) Print mode - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 83
month → day → hour → year···." with SelecType button. Time is adjusted with Paper Feed ∆∇ buttons. RTC initialized time is set to NVRAM with Enter button, and RTC is initialized. NOTE: "RTC backup battery end" maintenance call is reset when RTC is initialized. INITIALIZE CR MOTOR LIFE Selecting this - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 84
by user 256byte For pigment ink media, cannot be changed by user, 256byte For dye ink media, user cannot be changed by user, 256byte † Use during printing „ User table When the conversion mode is ON in the paper feeding adjustment conversion mode (SN 0A), the paper feeding adjustment setting (SN 04 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 85
cable. 2. Switch power ON pushing Enter + Paper Source + Cleaning buttons. 3. Check the printer panel displays "F/W DOWNLOAD". 4. Send UPG format F/W file from the host. 5. Installation is completed. 6. Restart the printer (Power Off → Power On) 1.4.7.3 Installation with service utility (F/W Update - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 86
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 1.4.8 Function to prevent irregular printing † Strong cancel data When 16KB DC1 is sent to the head of each job, the printer performs a special initialization operation. Refer to "1.4.9 Initialization (p.86)" for this initialization operation. † Skip reading of irregular - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 87
and remote commands are used as default values. „ Page position: Current paper position as page start position „ Line feed: 1/6 inch „ Left margin : Stylus Pro 7600 237th character : Stylus Pro 9600 437th character „ Right margin: 1st character „ Character pitch: 10 cpi „ Print mode: Text mode (non - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 88
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 1.4.10.3 MW Printing Adjustment / Setting Values and Printing Modes Table below indicates the relationship between the setting values by MW printing adjustment (setting on panel) and the printing mode numbers. Table 1-51. MW Printing Adjustment / Setting Values and - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 89
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 1.4.10.4 Printing Mode Combination Table Valid print mode combination is following; Table 1-52. No. ESC ( K ESC( i ESC ( D n1 n2 ESC ( e Output resolution Output dot size POL Pass Nozzle Nozzle # nozzle Feeding CR speed [CPS] Notes 1 - - - - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 90
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 1.5 Controller † CPU: Hitachi SH7709S 100MHz † Code ROM: External, 2MB † Font ROM: None † RAM: „ Stylus Pro 7600: 32MB (Mounted RAM: IC4/6) „ Stylus Pro 9600:64MB (Mounted RAM: IC4/6, IC600/604) † Interface „ IEEE 1284 interface „ USB (HS, FS) „ Type B interface - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 91
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 turning "LOW". The pulse width required at the receive end is 0.5 (continued) Pin No. 10 11 12 13 14 31 paper-out error. (Valid when ERROR = "LOW") Out Always at "HIGH" level when the power to the printer is on. Pulled up to +5 V via 1.0 kΩ. In Not used In The printer - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 92
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 6: Do not perform data transfer by ignoring the -ACKNLG signal or BUSY signal. (Data transfer to this printer must be executed by checking the level of the -ACKNLG signal or when the BUSY signal is "LOW".) 7: Assign appropriate character codes to DATA0 ~ 7 of the - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 93
depending on ) • MFG: EPSON; • CMD: ESCPL2,BDC; • MDL: ; • CLS: PRINTER; • DES: EPSONT; (:space) Revision A CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT AND SIGNALS Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 31 32 36 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 94
Using ECP Mode Rev Channel Transfer. † Device ID: „ When IEEE1284.4 is valid • (Character strings, depending on ) • MFG: EPSON; • CMD: ESCPL2,BDC,D4; • MDL: ; • CLS: PRINTER; • DES: EPSONT - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 95
7600-DYE/Stylus Pro 9600-DYE>; : PRINTER; : EPSONT;(: space) Revision A CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT AND SIGNALS Table 1-57. Connector Pin Assignment and Signals (USB(FS) Pin No Signal name In/Out Function description 1 VCC - Cable power - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 96
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 1.6.3 Optional Interface Type-B interface (level 2, 1200mA type) is supported. REPLY MESSAGE (Case of using Type-B I/F card except above) † Card in Type-B slot 1: Main-Type „ Stylus Pro 7600: MT48p,PW240cl10cpi,PRG(BNxxxx)rev,AP800ma,SPD0fast,GDI „ Stylus Pro 9600: - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 97
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 SUPPORTED MAIN COMMAND AND SENDING TIMING Table 1-59. Commands and Sending Timing Main command number Command name Sending timing 01h Start Software Reset -Init signal on the std. parallel -Type B I/F Option command: 01h -Panel Reset -Cold start 04h Send Name - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 98
to ensure the designed print quality. „ The 220 ml ink cartridges are supported only by Stylus Pro 9600. SPECIFICATION † Type: Pigment / Dye ink cartridge † Form: Exclusive ink cartridge † Ink capacity: „ 110ml (Model Number: ICxx24) „ 220ml (Stylus Pro 9600 only) (Model Number: ICxx25 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 99
ink cartridge in shape except that it does not have the projection for a color block. Revision A 1.7.4 Maintenance Tank The maintenance tank is located in the lower space at the right side of the printer body and constructed in such a way that the user can replace it when "maintenance tank full - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 100
OPERATING PRINCIPLES CHAPTER 2 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 101
operating principles for the EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600. The explanation is composed as follows: † 2.2 Print Mechanism Components (p.102) „ 2.2.1 Carriage (CR) Mechanism (p.103) „ 2.2.2 Paper Feed Assembly (p.113) „ 2.2.3 Cleaning Mechanism (p.115) „ 2.2.4 Ink Supply Mechanism (p.117) „ 2.2.5 Others - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 102
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 2.2 Print Mechanism Components The major electrical parts used in the printer mechanism of this printer are as shown below. Hereafter, we will explain each printer mechanism focusing on these parts. Table 2-1. Printer Mechanism Components Drive Part voltage - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 103
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 2.2.1 Carriage (CR) Mechanism Stylus Pro 7600/9600 is equipped with a unique carriage mechanism which enables reliable, high-precision movement of the on-carriage head for high-precision printing in the printing range (= carriage movement range). Revision A P_EDGE sensor - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 104
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 CARRIAGE MOVING UNIT In place of the carriage holding system in which 2 CR guide shafts extending in the column direction were used, as in the conventional models, a structure with the carriage mounted via multiple rollers (bearings) on a CR guide rail made of a square - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 105
for each of cyan, magenta, light cyan, light magenta and yellow) 0.141mm (1/180 inch) for each color Table 2-2. Relationship between Nozzle Rows and Colors Ink Type Nozzle Row Color Pigment A Photo Black or Matte Black B Gray or Matte Black C C D Lc E M F Lm G Y Dye A Bk B Bk - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 106
between the print head nozzle surface and the paper properly, the thicknesses of the paper used are classified into 3 levels for PG setting, namely, PG small (1.3 mm), PG medium (2.2 mm) and PG large (2.7 mm). The sensors used in the platen gap adjustment unit are explained below. CR Guide Rail - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 107
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 † HD_SLID (Head Gap Home Position Detection) Sensor This sensor detects the mechanical home position when the position of the subcarriage (head height from the paper surface) on the carriage undergoes change. A reflective type photosensor is used and the position of the - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 108
. (Same as with Stylus Pro 7000) „ In Stylus Pro 7600/9600, the P_EDGE Sensor works also to detect the paper front edge. (Stylus Pro 7600/9600 does not have the P_FRONT Sensor for exclusive use to detect the paper front edge which is incorporated in the conventional printer models.) NOTE: It is - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 109
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 „ Paper size detection sequence (left and right edges) Error display: Set the paper correctly CHECK P O IN T Transition to this sequence is allowed only at paper place. Right edge detection position Solid Line: Paper Broken Line: Printable Area Left edge detection - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 110
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 „ Paper size detection sequence (front edge) Conditions: For execution of this processing, the paper level threshold value must be known. (Execute this processing after detection of the right and left edges.) Error display: Set the paper correctly When the paper width - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 111
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 „ Simplified detection sequence for left and right edges (skew check) When the paper width detection function is turned off, left and right edge detection (skew check) is not carried out. Error display: 1: Set the paper correctly 2: PAPER NOT STRAIGHT CHECK P O IN T - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 112
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 † Cutter Solenoid This DC solenoid controls the cutting pressure of the roll paper cutter. It also unlock the carriage. This function can be set On or Off using the Panel buttons. NOTE: See "1.2.6.3 Cutting Specification" (p.22) Cutter Solenoid Roll Paper Revision A - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 113
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 2.2.2 Paper Feed Assembly This printer uses friction feed to carry out highly precise feeding of roll paper and cut sheets, and comprises a unique paper feed mechanism. The paper feed mechanism unit is configured from a grid roller (one piece construction), and - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 114
the printer's operating state (when paper is set and during printing, etc.) and the type of paper used. NOTE: Fans mounted Stylus Pro 7600: 2 fans Stylus Pro 9600: 3 fans The following sensors aid in the paper feeding process. † P_REAR sensor This sensor is attached to the Upper Paper Guide and - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 115
is channeled to the waste ink pad (Maintenance Tank) in the lower right side through the tube. The cleaning mechanism components are installed above the sub-frame and some are fixed on the main frame as shown below. † Pump assembly (head cleaner) When the head is in the capped position (valve closed - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 116
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 † Cap assembly When not printing, the print head (should) rest on the cap assembly to ensure that the nozzles don't clog. Also, the print head is in the capped position during ink charging, cleaning, and so on. † Flushing box Flushing (dummy printing) is performed over - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 117
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 2.2.4 Ink Supply Mechanism Stylus Pro 7600/9600 is so constructed that the 7 cartridges for different colors are installed in the respective ink holders (I/H) in the left area of the printer. A projection and unique marking are placed on each color ink cartridge case to - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 118
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 2.2.5 Others COVER SENSOR In order to detect whether the front cover on the lower front of this printer is open or closed, a cover sensor is mounted on the printer on the left side where the front cover opens and closes. This sensor carries out control of operating and - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 119
for I/O control Custom ASIC 1. Print data processing IC607 • Rasterizer • Head drive control 2. Mechanism control ( Driver IC Note "*": Stylus Pro 7600: IC4/6 only (32MByte) Stylus Pro 9600: IC4/6 and IC600/601 (64MByte) Revision A Block01.eps Figure 2-20. C472MAIN Board-Circuit Block Diagram - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 120
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 2.4 Outline of Power Supply Circuit Board The 100 V AC power from the wall outlet is supplied via the power cable, an accessory of Stylus Pro 7600/9600, into the Inlet of the printer and to the Power Supply Circuit Board. The power switch constitutes a - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 121
TROUBLESHOOTING CHAPTER 3 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 122
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 3.1 Outline This section explains procedures for rapid and efficient troubleshooting if trouble occurs in the printer. 3.1.1 Introduction First of all, when performing troubleshooting, the following basic parts should be checked. 1. Look in the printer for any foreign - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 123
Printer Status LOWER PAPER SET LVR Paper set lever is released REMOVE PAPER Paper is too thick for cleaning RELOAD PAPER Paper check error PAPER NOT STRAIGHT Paper not straight INVALID CARTRIDGE Non-genuine cartridge SET INK LEVER Ink lever released NO MAINTENANCE TANK No maintenance - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 124
Message Printer Status Photo Black Ink Low Cyan Ink Low Magenta Ink Low Yellow Ink Low INK LOW Light Cyan Ink Low Light Magenta Ink Low Light Black Ink Low Matte Black Ink Low (K1) Matte Black Ink Low (K2) MAINTENANCE TANK ALMOST FULL Maintenance tank full warning Maintenance request - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 125
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 3.2.1.3 Service Call (Fatal) Errors Error Code 00000101 00010000 00010001 00010002 00010003 00010004 00010005 00010006 00010007 00010008 00010009 0001000A 0001000B 0001000C 0001000F 00010010 0001001B 0001001D 0001001E 00010020 00010022 00010023 00010025 00010026 00010028 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 126
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 3.2.2 Errors 3.2.2.1 Paper End/End of roll Item LCD PANEL MESSAGE LED STATUS Explanation Recovery Table 3-4. Description PAPER OUT "PAPER OUT" LED lights up. The error occurs in following cases. † [A]: Paper is not set. † [B]: The printer detects end of the - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 127
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 3.2.2.4 Paper set lever is released Item LCD PANEL MESSAGE LED STATUS Explanation Recovery Table 3-8. Description LOWER PAPER SET LVR "PAPER OUT" LED lights up. Paper set lever is released during paper set operation. The error display will be cleared after finishing - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 128
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 3.2.2.7 Type-B I/F error Item LCD PANEL MESSAGE LED STATUS Explanation Recovery Table 3-11. Description OPTION I/F ERROR None A non-supported option Type-B I/F card is installed into the printer. This error occurs when the printer is turned on. Turn off the - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 129
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 3.2.2.10 Paper check error/Paper eject error (sheet) Item LCD PANEL MESSAGE LED STATUS Explanation Recovery Table 3-14. Description RELOAD PAPER "PAPER OUT" LED is blinking. This error occur in following cases 1. The top length of ejected paper is too long to be back- - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 130
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 3.2.2.13 Ink-related Errors „ Ink End (error) : Ink end error occurs when the defined amount of ink have been consumed after NearEnd is detected. It occurs when NearEnd cartridge is inserted, whether the defined amount of ink have been consumed or not. „ No - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 131
if the error is cleared, then user can use the printer. If the fatal error of the same code occurs again and results in impossible printer operation, find the cause of the trouble by consulting "3.2.4 Troubleshooting for Service Call Errors (p.134)" and replace the relevant defective parts. Refer to - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 132
Execute head unit life initialization in Maintenance mode 2. Execute cleaning unit life initialization in Maintenance mode 2 Set with RTC initialization in Maintenance mode 2. Wait for a while - - Note : In Stylus Pro 7600/9600, Bit0, Bit2, Bit4 are also treated as Reserve. Troubleshooting Error - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 133
Date not specified Cleaning unit - Life end Print head - Life end (Dot missing detector - AGC error) *1 Battery empty (Nozzle check error - Continue) *1 CR Motor - Life end (Maintenance Tank life-end) *1 Conditions *1 Not applicable to the Stylus Pro 7600/9600. Troubleshooting *2 "If the same - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 134
command. † Solution: Turn the power off once and turn it on again. If the error display is cleared, try to continue using the printer. If the error of the same code has occurred again, the service technician must replace the relevant part with a new one. Then the error display will be cleared. NOTE - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 135
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 3.2.4.2 PF motor encoder check error (00010000) † Explanation: During initial operation at power so that this message is displayed and the printer stops operating. † Cause of trouble: • During paper feed operation, the error counter has reached the out-of-step - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 136
position within a specified period of time. In such a case, this message is displayed and the printer stops operating. † Cause of trouble: There are pulses smaller than out-of-step pulse remaining without completing paper feed. † Points to be checked: 1. The PF Encoder and the PF Loop Scale must be - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 137
Sensor Mounting Position Adjustment" (p.268)) • Replace the CR Encoder Scale (Timing Fence) (p.184). • Check to see if the timing fence for detection of the encoder pulse is not installed correctly. • Check for dirt, paper dust or damage to the timing fence Troubleshooting Error Display 137 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 138
of time (as per pulse detection). In such a case, this message is displayed and the printer stops operating. † Cause of trouble: There are pulses smaller than out-of-step pulse remaining without completing paper feed. † Points to be checked: 1. The CR Encoder and the T Fence must be free from dust - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 139
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 3.2.4.10 Servo interrupt printer stops operating. † Cause of trouble: System trouble. † Remedy: Since the CPU or ASIC is deemed defective, take the following action: If this error is not cleared even when the power is turned off once and on again, replace - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 140
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 3.2.4.14 Head slide (PG) home position sensor error (0001000C) † Explanation: During initial operation at power on or during head platen gap fluctuation (change) operation after paper setting, there may be a case where the head slide home position can not be - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 141
contact of tape electric wire, broken wire or wire out of position. † Remedy: 1. Turn off the power to the printer once and turn it on again and check for recovery. 2. If the same error occurs immediately or in a short time, replace the print head with a new one. Troubleshooting Error Display 141 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 142
). • Replace the PF Encoder Sensor ASSY (p.186). (Refer to PF Encoder Sensor Installation Position Adjustment (p.272)) • Replace the PF Motor (p.185). (Refer to PF Timing Belt Tension Adjustment (p.264)) • Clear the cause of paper feed related mechanism out-of-step. Troubleshooting Error Display - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 143
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 3.2.4.20 CSIC reed/right error (00010020) † Explanation: At turning on or off the power, at opening or closing the I/C Cover or at completion of one-page printing, there may be a case where it is impossible to read the data from the CSIC of the ink cartridge - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 144
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 3.2.4.23 CSIC ROM communication error (00010025) † Explanation: Only when the starter cartridge is used, there may be a case where an error occurs in communication with the CSIC and Main Board. In such a case, this message is displayed and the printer stops - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 145
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 3.2.4.30 SDRAM error (00020002) † Explanation: In memory check of SDRAM executed at power on, there may be a case where a bit error is detected. In such a case, this message is displayed and the printer stops operating. † Cause of trouble: SDRAM check error at - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 146
/9600 Revision A 3.2.4.35 Review error (0002000C) † Explanation: There may be a case where the combination of the DIP Switch setting positions on the Main Board is not supported by the firmware. In such a case, this message is displayed and the printer stops operating. † Cause of trouble: Driver - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 147
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 3.3 Troubleshooting Based on Your Printout This section describes conceivable print quality problems that may occur with this printer and the troubleshooting points for those errors. Item 1 2 3 4 5 Table 3-29. Diagnosing trouble based on printout - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 148
the thickness of the paper the user is using and correcting the print position (correction of changes in the position where ink hits the paper surface due to differences in paper thickness), avoid influencing the print position.) 3. If the this problem occurs after replacing the Main Board with - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 149
improvement: „ Paper feed correction (driver) „ Head Slant Adjustment (Mechanical Adjustment) (p.247) If each line of nozzles in the head is perpendicular to the carriage running direction correctly, the raster lines printed with nozzles can overlap or be dislocated, so that black banding (uneven - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 150
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 3.3.6 Banding in the paper feed direction If banding (uneven density, rough image) in parallel with the paper feed direction is found on the print, perform the following adjustment: † Bi-D adjustment: The Bi-D adjustment can be executed by any of the following methods. „ " - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 151
DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 4 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 152
following. Revision A W A R N IN G „ The power switch for Stylus Pro 7600/9600 is incorporated in the secondary circuit of the power supply circuit. Therefore, the printer is always supplied with electric power, unless the power cable is disconnected. Before servicing, unless otherwise stated, be - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 153
" in "Clean Head" process. Refer to "5.2.3.20 Clean Head (p.256)". „ After removing any of the ink related parts, double check to make sure all parts are secured; otherwise you're going to be in big trouble. „ Use only recommended tools for disassembling, assembling or adjusting the printer. „ Apply - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 154
handling it. „ An ultra-hardened blade is used for the cutter blade, and physically, it is extremely brittle material, so care should be taken not to bump it against any of the metal parts of the printer, etc. and damage it. „ When performing service operations on items which are controlled as after - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 155
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.1.2 Tools This section lists the tools necessary to disassemble or assemble the printer. Table 4-1. Necessary Tools Tool Part Code Notes (+) Phillips screwdriver #2 (+) Phillips screwdriver #1 (-) Standard screwdriver Round-nosed pliers Commonly available longer - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 156
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.1.4 Disassembly Flow Refer to Figure 4-2 when determining the disassembly flow. C A U T IO N This printer has been assembled with high accuracy of 1/100 mm. Therefore, you are prohibited to disassemble the frames or some specific parts. Permission of disassembly and - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 157
represent consumables or regular replacement parts. 4.3.1 Print Head (p.171) 4.3.2 Damper ASSY (p.173) 4.3.3 CR Board ASSY (p.174) 4.3.4 Cutter Section (p.175) 4.3.4.1 Cutter Holder ASSY (p.175) 4.3.4.2 Cutter Solenoid (p.177) 4.3.9 CR_HP Sensor ASSY (p.183) 4.7.1 Power Supply Board (p.205 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 158
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.2 Removing the Panel Unit and Housing This sections describes the removal procedure for printer housing parts. See below for an illustration of the housing parts. Revision A 4.2.5 H Top Cover (p.165) 4.2.3 L Side Cover (p.163) 4.2.8 Roll Paper Cover (p.169) 4.2.2 R - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 159
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.2.1 Panel Unit 1. Release the clips on both sides of the control Make sure that the Panel FFC does not get twisted round the carriage driven pulley inside the printer. Push Revision A Panel Unit Lock Push Disassembly & Assembly Figure 4-4. Panel Unit Removal 1/2 Panel - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 160
remove the handle. 4. Using a (-) driver or similar tool, remove the lever blind cap. CHECK P O IN T Take care not to drop the lever blind cap into the printer. 5. Open the roll paper cover. (See Figure 4-7) 6. Remove the one black screw (CBP: M4×10) from inside the printer. Adjust the height of - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 161
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 7. From the rear side, remove one screw (CUPS: M4×8). 8. From the right side remove two screws (CUPS: M4×8). 9. Remove the Maintenance Tank. Revision A Screw (CUPS: M4×8) Disassembly & Assembly Screws (CUPS: M4×8) ×2 Maintenance Tank Figure 4-8. R Side Cover Removal - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 162
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 10. Open the Front Cover. (See Figure 4-9) 11. Remove one black screw (CBP: M4×10). 12. Bring down the Paper Set Lever to the front. (See Figure 4-10) 13. Remove the R Side Cover by lifting it outward. In installing the R Side Cover, install the Lever Blind Cap before - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 163
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.2.3 L Side Cover 1. Open the roll paper cover. (See Figure 4-11) 2. Remove the one black screw (CBP: M4×10) inside the printer. 3. From the back side, remove one screw (CUPS: M4×8). (See Figure 4-12) 4. From the outside, remove two screws (CUPS: M4×8). 5. Remove the L - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 164
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.2.4 I/H Cover 1. Remove the L Side Cover. (p.163) 2. Open the I/H Cover Lid. 3. Remove one black screw (M3×6), then remove the lever cap.(See Figure 4-13) 4. Remove two screws (CBS: M3×10), then remove the I/H Cover and I/H Cover Lid. (See Figure 4-13) CHECK P O IN T - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 165
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.2.5 H Top Cover 1. Remove the R Side Cover. (p. printer. 8. From the right side, remove one screw (CUPS: M4×8). (See Figure 4-15) 9. To avoid damaging the P_THICK Sensor or P_THICK_0.3 Sensor, bring down the Paper Set Lever toward you (to the paper holding position). 10 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 166
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.2.6 Rear Cover 1. From the rear side, remove two screws (CPS: : M4×8) (six screws for Stylus Pro 9600) holding the rear cover bottom. 5. Open the Roll Paper Cover. 6. Remove the three screws (CBS: M4×8) (six screws for Stylus Pro 9600) holding the rear cover top, then - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 167
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 CHECK P O IN T Removing the Access Cover For disconnecting connectors for various units from the Main Board Assy, it is not always necessary to remove the - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 168
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.2.7 Paper Guide L2 1. From the front, remove four screws (Truss: M4×6). (See Figure 4-18) 2. Remove the Paper Guide L2. Install the Paper Guide L2 so that all its projections are fit in the notches of the Paper Guide L properly. (See Figure 4-19) „ Number of notches: - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 169
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.2.8 Roll Paper Cover 1. Open the Roll Paper Cover. (See Figure 4-20) 2. Remove two screws (CPS: M4×8) securing the black spindle support (Spindle Support L) on the left, and then remove the spindle support. 3. Remove the two screws (CPS: M4×8) and one screw (M4×12) - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 170
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.2.9 Front Cover 1. Open the Front Cover. 2. Push in the two hooks to the left of the cover and remove the Front Cover Support. (See when it opens and closes. Refer to "5.1.4.9 Cover Sensor ASSY Adjustment" (p.216) Front Cover Spring R Front Cover Fulcrum Pin L Front - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 171
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.3 Disassembly and Assembly of Carriage (CR) Mechanism 4.3.1 Print Head C A U T IO N When unlocking the carriage, do not move the carriage by about 2 cm or more with the cutter pushed into the innermost position; otherwise, the - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 172
D When replacing the print head, the following adjustment procedures are required. „ Refer to "5.1.4.1 Print Head Adjustment" (p.212) Revision A Loosen the screw Screw (M3×6) Figure 4-26. Head Holder Release Head Holder Disassembly & Assembly Print Head Figure 4-27. Head Removal Disassembly - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 173
Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.3.2 Damper ASSY CHECK P O IN T Execute ink discharge ("Ink Blowing") before removing the Damper ASSY. Refer to "5.2.3.20 Clean Head (p.256)". Revision A C A U T IO N „ If you press on the transparent film on the damper's right side surface with your fingers, the ink with - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 174
(lock type)×2 FFC (lock type)×3 Cutter Solenoid Print Head Main Board 7. Remove the two screws (CPP: M3×8) securing the CR Board ASSY and remove the CR Board ASSY. (See Figure 4-32) The screw on the far left side used to fasten the CR board guide plate should be tightened together with the ground - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 175
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 printer center. (See Figure 4-24) 6. Remove one screw (CPPM3×6) securing the CR Board Guide, and remove three screws (CP(W): M3×6) securing the ground line, washer (M3), and CR Board Guide 33) „ The cutter cap and the CR lock to the left when the power switch is turned on.) - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 176
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 „ Take care not to catch the solenoid cable (red) in the cutter cap. (See installing the cutter holder ASSY, the following adjustment should be done. „ "5.1.4.11 Cutter Solenoid ASSY or Paper Guide L Adjustment (p.217)" Disassembly & Assembly Disassembly and Assembly - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 177
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.3.4.2 Cutter Solenoid 1. Remove the Cutter Holder ASSY. (p.175) 2. Release the engagement between the Cutter Cap and the CR Lock Kicker, then remove the Cutter Cap adjustment should be done. „ "5.1.4.11 Cutter Solenoid ASSY or Paper Guide L Adjustment (p.217)" Cutter Cap - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 178
CR Board Guide.(See Figure 4-30) 6. Disconnect the connector (5-pin, white) for the CR Encoder Sensor from the CR Board. C A U T IO N If you can not disconnect easily the connector for the CR Encoder Sensor, do not disconnect it by undue force. Disconnect the two FFCs for the print head first and - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 179
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.3.6 P_EGDE Sensor ASSY 1. Remove the R Side Cover. (p.160) 2. Remove the L Side Cover. (p.163) 3. Remove the I/H Cover. (p.164) 4. Remove the H Top Cover. (p.165) 5. Remove one screw (CPP M3×6), two screws (CP(W): M3×6) and one screw (M3×16) securing the CR Board Guide, - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 180
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.3.7 CR Motor ASSY This section describes the replacement procedure for the following parts of the CR Motor ASSY. „ CR Timing Belt „ Driven Pulley (Stylus Pro 7600: white / Stylus Pro 9600: black) Before installing the covers, adjust the indicator position (the right end - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 181
four screws (CP(W): M4×10) holding the CR Motor ASSY, then remove the CR Motor ASSY. „ Remember that there is a difference in specifications between the driven pulley (white) of Stylus Pro 7600 and the driven pulley (black) of Stylus Pro 9600. „ Set the timing belt of Stylus Pro 7600 on the CR Unit - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 182
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.3.8 the carriage and then move the carriage to the left from the capping position. (See Figure 4-24) 4. Disconnect the connector (CN29: red the HEAD_SLIDE Sensor ASSY from the five cable clamps on the Maintenance ASSY and CR Rail ASSY. (See Figure 4-45) Revision - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 183
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.3.9 CR_HP Sensor ASSY C A U T IO N When unlocking the carriage, do then move the carriage to the left from the capping position. (See Figure 4-24) 3. Release the harness of the CR_HP Sensor ASSY from the four clamps on the printer body. (See Figure 4-46) 4. Pinch the - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 184
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.3.10 CR Encoder Scale (Timing Fence) C A U T IO N „ When Pro 7600: 2 guides Stylus Pro 9600: 3 guides 8. While pushing the cutter area gently, shift the carriage to the left about 2 cm to unlock the carriage and then move the carriage to the left from the capping - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 185
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.4 Disassembly and Assembly of Paper Feed Mechanism 4.4.1 PF printer body and remove the PF Motor by lifting the gear side. A D JU S TM E N T R E Q U IR E D After replacing the P_EDGE Sensor, the following adjustment operation should be performed. „ "PF Motor Adjustment - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 186
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.4.2 PF Encoder Sensor ASSY 1. Remove the L adjustment. „ "5.1.4.10 PF Encoder Sensor ASSY Adjustment (p.216)" Connector Screw PF Encoder Sensor ASSY Revision A Figure 4-52. Removing the PF Encoder Sensor. Disassembly & Assembly Disassembly and Assembly of Paper Feed - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 187
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.4.3 Cautions when replacing the PF Loop Scale 4.4.3.1 Assembly Procedure for the PF Loop Scale ASSY When assembling the PF loop scale unit, the following exclusive tool should be used. „ Exclusive tool No.#F730 : FPF Loop Scale Assembly Base (Code: 1051765) The assembly - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 188
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.4.3.2 PF Loop Scale ASSY Affixing Procedure When assembling the PF loop scale unit, the following exclusive tool should be used. „ Exclusive tool No.#F731 : PF Loop Scale Affixing tool (Code roller to the scale reading part would not be the same Paper Feed Mechanism 188 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 189
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.4.4 Suction Fans 1. Remove the Paper Guide L2. (p.168) 2. Remove the two screws ( Pro 7600: 2 Stylus Pro 9600: 3 CHECK P O IN T When removing the right-side Suction Fan of Stylus Pro 7600, use a short Phillips screwdriver to avoid interference with the Maintenance Tank - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 190
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.4.5 P_THICK Sensor/P_THICK Sensor_0.3 ASSY † P_THICK Sensor ASSY † P_THICK_0.3 Sensor ASSY 1. Remove the R Side Cover. (p.160) 2. Remove the L Side Cover. (p.163) 3. Remove the I/H Cover. (p.164) 4. Remove the H Top Cover. (p.165) 5. Push the paper hold lever down to - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 191
ASSY Adjustment" (p.215) Revision A Screws (M4×6) ×5 Paper Guide U P_REAR Sensor ASSY peeping window Figure 4-60. Removing the Paper Guide U Screws (M2×8) ×2 P-REAR Sensor ASSY Figure 4-61. Removing the P_REAR Sensor ASSY Disassembly & Assembly Disassembly and Assembly of Paper Feed Mechanism - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 192
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.5 Disassembly and Assembly of Ink Supply Mechanism 4.5.1 C472_SUB-B Board 1. Remove the L Side Cover. (p.163) 2. Disconnect the seven FFCs (ink cartridge) and the two FFCs (Main Board/ Maintenance Tank) on the C472_SUB-B Board found at the left side of I/H Frame. (See - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 193
to "5.1.4.9 Cover Sensor ASSY Adjustment" (p.216) 1. Remove the R Side Cover. (p.160) 2. Remove the L Side Cover. (p.163) 3. Remove the I/H Cover. (p.164) 4. Remove the H Top Cover. (p.165) 5. Disconnect the seven FFCs (ink cartridges), two FFCs (Main Board/Maintenance Tank) and the connector for - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 194
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 9. Remove one screw (CUPS: M3×6) and one screw (CUPS: M4×6) securing the I/H Frame on the left side. (See Figure 4-65) 10. Remove that the gear of the I/H Lever is engaged with the gear of the Cartridge Lock Shaft and also that the Cover Sensor turns ON and OFF. Check gear - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 195
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 13. Disengage the two hooks on the back of the relevant Ink Holder ASSY and draw out the CSIC Figure 4-67. CSIC Relay Board Removal 5. Remove the screw in the joint connecting the Ink Holder ASSY and the pipe (M6), then remove the O-ring from its inside. 6. Take out - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 196
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 7. Take out the two screws (CUPS: M3×6) holding the Needle Frame ASSY. (See Figure 4-69) 8. While disengaging the hook of the Needle Frame ASSY, slide the Ink Holder ASSY downward to separate the Needle Frame ASSY from the Ink Holder ASSY. (See Figure 4-70) Needle Frame - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 197
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.5.3 Cover Sensor ASSY 1. Remove the L Side Cover. (p.163) 2. Remove the I/H Cover. (p.164) 3. Open the Front Cover. 4. Remove two screws (CPP: M3×8) securing the Ink Cover. „ Refer to "5.1.4.9 Cover Sensor ASSY Adjustment" (p.216) Revision A Connector Cover Sensor ASSY - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 198
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.6 Disassembly and Assembly of Cleaning Mechanism The Maintenance ASSY consists of the major assemblies listed below four of which constitute the Cleaning Unit. The life of the Cleaning Unit is judged by the life of the Pump Motor. Replace the Cap ASSY, Pump ASSY, - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 199
Maintenance ASSY Screw x4 Figure 4-72. Removing the Maintenance ASSY Cleaner Head (Wiper) (p.203) Valve ASSY Pump ASSY (p.201) Flushing Box ASSY Pump Motor ASSY (p.200) Waste ink tube Cap ASSY (p.200) Figure 4-73. Maintenance ASSY Disassembly & Assembly Disassembly and Assembly of Cleaning - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 200
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.6.2 Pump Motor ASSY 1. Remove the Maintenance ASSY. (See p.199) 2. Remove the two (M3×8) screws securing the Pump Motor ASSY to the Maintenance ASSY and remove the Pump Motor ASSY. 4.6.3 Cap ASSY 1. Remove the Maintenance ASSY. (See p.199) 2. Disconnect the tube which - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 201
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.6.4 Pump ASSY 1. Remove the Maintenance ASSY. (See p.199) 2. Remove the one central screw (M3×4) of the Pump ASSY and remove the three parts including the gear. (See Figure 4-76) 3. Remove the two screws (M3×6) on the gear side. 4. Disconnect the tube from the Cap ASSY, - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 202
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 „ When installing the Pump ASSY, make sure that the spring is set in the spring catch. Spring catch „ When installing the pump reduction gear, make sure that the gears are engaged properly. Cleaner Head The Cleaner Head must move when the gear turns about 20 times. - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 203
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.6.5 Cleaner Head (Wiper) 1. Remove the Maintenance ASSY. (See p.199) 2. Using tweezers, disengage the dent of the Cleaner Head from the projection on the Cleaner Head Holder and pull off the Cleaner Head. C A U T IO N „ If you touch the Cleaner Head with a bare hand, - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 204
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.6.6 Flushing Box ASSY 1. Remove the R Side Cover. (p.160) 2. Remove the Paper Guide L2. (p.168) 3. From the printer body, pull off carefully the waste ink tube (thick) which connects the Flushing Box ASSY to the Maintenance Tank. 4. Remove the one (CUPS: M3×6) screw - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 205
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.7 Disassembly and Assembly of Circuit Boards This section describes the procedures for removing the Power Supply Board, Main Board (C472MAIN) and AC Inlet. 4.7.1 Power Supply Board C A U T IO N Unplug the AC power cable and wait at least five minutes before removing - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 206
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.7.2 AC Inlet C A U T IO N Unplug the AC power cable and wait at least five minutes before removing the Power supply Board to make sure there is no residual power left in the board's capacitors. 1. Remove the Rear Cover. (p.166) 2. Disconnect CN001 from the Power - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 207
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.7.3 MAIN Board (C472 MAIN) C A U T IO N When used: CN4, CN7, CN12, CN18, CN25, CN28, CN33, CN36, CN37 A D JU S TM E N T R E Q U IR E D Before and after replacing the Main Board with a new one, make the following adjustment: Refer to "5.1.4.2 Main Board Adjustment - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 208
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 † Main Board Connector List CN.No Black P_REAR CN28 4 Yellow P_FRONT CN29 4 Red HD_SLID CN30 15 ROLL_UNIT (option unit) CN31 2 White H_FAN CN33 3 White RESET CN35 4 USB2.0 CN36 8 IEEE1394 CN37 2 HDD_PS Remarks Lock type FFC, lock type (Not used) FFC (Not used - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 209
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 4.7.4 DIP Switch and Jumper Setting at Factory before Shipment C A U T IO N Do not change the DIP Switches and Jumpers on the Main Board from their positions which were set at the factory before shipment. Changing their setting can result in malfunctions. † DIP - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 210
ADJUSTMENT CHAPTER 5 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 211
jig 1212926 #F799 Cutter Positioning Jig #F800 1212928 PF ENC sensor positioning tool 1212925 #F798 Ink Cartridge (x7)* Spare Draining cartridge* Use at black ink type change Maintenance Tank* Spare Note "*": Use at adjustments which require test printing. Adjustment Overview 211 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 212
When replacing the print head with a new one, execute ink discharge ("Ink Blowing" on page 256) beforehand. † Adjustment items (steps): Table 5-3. Required Adjustment Items (Print Head) Step Adjustment Item 1 Clear the counter (Maintenance Mode2) (Power OFF →[Paper Source]+[Eject]+[Paper Feed - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 213
not be executed † Work operations after adjustment: „ Replacing the maintenance tank and resetting the maintenance tank life counter 1. Replace the maintenance tank with a new one. 2. Start Maintenance Mode 2. (Power OFF →[Paper Source]+[Eject]+[Paper Feed] → Power ON) 3. Clear the counter. ("CLEAR - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 214
has been replaced. † Adjusting tools: „ No special tools are required. † Adjustment items (steps): Table 5-5. Required Adjustment Items (CR Motor Replacement) Step Adjustment Item See 1 Clear the counter (Maintenance Mode2) p.70 (Power OFF →[Paper Source]+[Eject]+[Paper Feed] → Power ON) "CR - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 215
191) has been replaced. † Adjusting tools: „ A3Tracing Paper #F751(Microtrace #300 LMB) † Adjustment items (steps): Table 5-8. Required Adjustment Items Step Adjustment Item (Power OFF → [Paper Feed ∆]+[Paper Feed ∇]+[Cut/Eject] → Power ON) 1 P_Rear Sensor - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 216
ASSY (p.197) has been replaced. † Adjustment items (steps): Table 5-11. Required Adjustment Items Step Adjustment Item 1 Sensor position adjustment * (Power OFF → [Paper Feed ∆]+[Paper Feed ∇]+[Cut/Eject] → Power ON) 2 Testing will be - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 217
5-14. Required Adjustment Items (Damper ASSY) Step Adjustment Item (Power OFF → [Paper Feed ∆]+[Paper Feed ∇]+[Cut/Eject] → Power ON) 1 Including initial filling 2 Head Nozzle Checking (Cleaning) 3 Leak check pattern printing 4 Test Pattern Printing See - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 218
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A 5.1.5 Parameter Backup 5.1.5.1 Parameter Backup Procedure † Required tools: „ Flash ROM-DIMM: C309PROG Board (Part code: 2076654-01) „ Parameter backup utility: PBU16.RCC „ PC and parallel cable „ EPSON page printer: AcuLaser C8600 5.1.5.2 Work Procedure - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 219
3. Select "Update:I nkParameter". 4. Select "Reset" in "Init. Fill". 5. Turn the printer's power switch Off, then turn it On again. „ The correct firmware data file should be used to match the download method. 5.1.6.1 Firmware Installation through ROM-DIMM Install the firmware through a ROM-DIMM by - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 220
as roll paper. „ During execution of this function, detection of remaining volume in ink cartridges and Maintenance Tank is not performed. Therefore, when you execute this function for print head replacement or any other work which requires consumption or discharge of a large volume of ink, check - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 221
Item Test Adjustment Cleaning Print Parameter* Life * Table 5-16. Self-diagnostic Function List Description Version, Control Panel, Sensor, Encoder, Fan, Record, CSIC, Actuator, Actuator 2 Head system adjustment, sensor position adjustment, paper feed compensation, cutter adjustment Cleaning with - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 222
DIP switch, Panel review Keys, LCD, LEDs CR origin, Covers, Paper thickness, Levers, Cartridge presence, Ink lever, Edge AD, Rear AD, Head thermistor, Driver thermistor, Take-up Reel Unit, Maintenance tank p. 223 p. 223 p. 224 CR_ENC (carriage), PF_ENC (paper feed) p. 225 Paper suction fan (all - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 223
the Pause key two times to complete the panel key check. „ In the LED check, the Operate, Pause, Ink Out K, LK, C, M, LC, LM, Y, Paper Out, Auto Cut, Cutter OFF, Sheet, and Maintenance Tank LEDs are lighted up in the order named. At the same time, the LCD shows the name of the LED which is - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 224
mm or more in paper thickness „ 10 : The lever is in the up position. NOTE: When adjustment is required, see "5.2.3.1 Rear AD Adjustment (p.231)". † "INK NOT" indicates the absence of color ink cartridges. Each symbol displayed signifies that the corresponding color ink cartridge is absent. † For - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 225
[Pause] [Pause] End Fan: [Enter] Fan: ? Paper 2 [Pause] [Pause] End Fan: [Enter] Fan: ? Paper 123 [Pause] [Pause] End * 3:Stylus Pro 9600 only Fan: [Enter] Fan: ? Head Drv. [Pause] [Pause] End Figure 5-8. Menu Transition of Fan Test Adjustment Self-diagnostic Function 225 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 226
count (in mega dots) LM ink discharge count (in mega dots) Y ink discharge count (in mega dots) Cutting count Cutter solenoid operation count Head lock solenoid operation count Note "*": Not used Revision A Record: ? Maintenance? Record: ? Error ? Figure 5-9. Menu Transition of Record - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 227
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A RECORD OF ERRORS The record of major errors (service call errors) can be checked. A maximum of 7 errors are displayed. (See Figure 5-11) NOTE: CPU errors are not included. 5.2.2.7 CSIC Information on each CSIC is displayed. (See Figure 5-12) Menu transition - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 228
Pro 7600/9600 INTERNAL INFORMATION DISPLAY OF CSIC Internal information on CSIC is displayed. Figure 5-13 shows menu transition for internal information display of CSIC. NOTE: The indications on the LCD mean as follows: 00-27: Memory addresses (00H ~ 27H) in EEPROM of CSIC K: Ink cartridge Adjustment - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 229
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 5.2.2.8 Actuator You can operate actuators. (See Figure 5-14) CUTTER The cutter is moved up and down by operating on the panel. (See Figure 5-15) „ Neither pressing the [Paper Feed +] key with "UP" displayed nor pressing the [Paper Feed -] key with "DOWN" displayed works. - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 230
for the installed head. After that, supply ink. (Not used) Check the print result for proper ink discharge from the head nozzles. Perform paper feed, and check the degree of skew by sensor. Make the printer perform printing and correct the paper feed rate (band feed). Adjust the paper top and bottom - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 231
are represented in hexadecimal notation. „ Paper to be used: A3-size Kimoto Micro Tracing Paper #300 LMB #F751 (1057723) ADJUSTMENT AND CHECKING PROCEDURE 1. Start the Self-diagnostic Function: Power OFF → [Paper Feed ∆]+[Paper Feed ∇]+[Cut/Eject] → Power ON 2. Set paper: Set a sheet of A3-size - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 232
„ Paper to be used: A3 plain paper ADJUSTMENT AND CHECKING PROCEDURE 1. Start the Self-diagnostic Function: Power OFF → [Paper Feed ∆]+[Paper Feed ∇]+[Cut/Eject] → Power ON 2. Set paper: Set A3-size plain paper on the HP side. 3. Display "Adj: Edge AD": [Paper Feed ∇] → [SelecType >] → [Paper Feed - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 233
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 5.2.3.3 Input Rank When the print head has been replaced, input as the head rank the information specific to the head for setting the optimum drive voltage. (See Figure 5-20) A label indicating a rank information code which consists of a numerical value representing the - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 234
[SelecType] key. Dye-1 [Paper Feed ∆] Code input mode is entered by pressing [SelecType] key. Dye-2 [Paper Feed ∆] Code input mode is entered by pressing [SelecType] key. Dye-3 Figure 5-23. Menu Transition for Input Line Selection Adjustment Day Pigment Figure 5-24. Head Code Label Position - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 235
[Paper Feed ∇] Key : - Dye-2 ? 44WM2Q3 Dye-3 ? NU00G\ \ [Enter] Exc. EnterKey Fill Press [Pause] key for transition to the adjustment top menu. [Enter] Please Set Ink Displayed when the cartridge has not been installed. [Enter] INK CHARGING Figure 5-25. Menu Transition of Code Input - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 236
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 † Pigment Code Input † After ink filling, the display returns to the adjustment top menu.Pigment Code Input In this mode, input a pigment code by operating on the panel. The cursor is displayed at the position where a digit is currently input. „ Press [Cleaning] key to - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 237
is faulty or there is any alignment error, execute cleaning in this item and perform checking again. If there is no ink remaining, the printer requests the installation of ink cartridges. When paper has been set and there is ink, the printer prints the head nozzle check pattern. CHECK P O IN - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 238
will detect the paper left edge (capping side) and the printer will display the difference between the positions before and after paper feed. If a paper recognition error before or after paper feed occurs or if the Rear Sensor detects "No Paper" during paper feed, the display shows paper error. Then - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 239
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 5.2.3.7 Feed Correction + T&B Adjustment For paper transport, correct the distance and adjust the top & bottom margins and side margin (printing start position). (See page 241) † Feed Adjustment (Paper feed distance compensation): Make the printer print a line in the paper - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 240
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 † Adjustment pattern „ Adjustment items • Top margin (Front Sensor position) • Bottom margin (cutter position) • Side margin (Writing start position) „ Paper feed length: 1000 mm „ Pattern drawing method: • Length: • Printing direction: • Resolution: • Printing speed: - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 241
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 FEED CORRECTION + T&B ADJUSTMENT 1. Start the Self-diagnostic Function: Power OFF → [Paper Feed ∆]+[Paper Feed ∇]+[Cut/Eject] → Power ON 2. Display "Adj: Feed Adj.+T&B": [Paper Feed ∇] → [SelecType >] → [Paper Feed ∆] x6 3. Print the pattern. [SelecType >] →[Enter ↵] when - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 242
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 5.2.3.8 Top & Bottom Adjustment Conduct printing and paper cutting and input the distances between the Front Sensor and the Head, between the Cutter and the Head and between the Edge Sensor 0 and the Head (printing start position) to adjust the top, bottom and side - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 243
the display will change to "Test Print". REAR SENSOR POSITION ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE 1. Start the Self-diagnostic Function: Power OFF → [Paper Feed ∆]+[Paper Feed ∇]+[Cut/Eject] → Power ON 2. Display "Adj: Rear Sensor Pos.": [Paper Feed ∇] → [SelecType >] → [Paper Feed ∆] x5 3. Print the pattern: Set - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 244
, Uni-D, 240CPS, VSD2, Large PLATEN POSITION (SPONGE POSITION) ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE 1. Start the Self-diagnostic Function: Power OFF → [Paper Feed ∆]+[Paper Feed ∇]+[Cut/Eject] → Power ON 2. Display "Adj: Sponge Pos.": [Paper Feed ∇] → [SelecType >] → [Paper Feed ∆] x4 3. Print the pattern: [Enter - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 245
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 5.2.3.11 Platen Position Checking Check the adjusted position of each sponge on the platen. „ Make certain that the printed pattern agrees with the right and left positions of each sponge position. „ Pattern drawing method: 360dpi, Uni-D, 240CPS, VSD2, Large Revision A [ - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 246
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 5.2.3.12 Head Slant Checking Check the print result to see if the head is slanting. If there is a slant, make the "Head Slant Adjustment (Mechanical Adjustment)" (p.247). † Slant Check Pattern „ Check Item: Head slant „ Pattern drawing method: 360dpi, Uni-D, 240CPS, VSD2, - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 247
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 HEAD SLANT CHECKING PROCEDURE 1. Start the Self-diagnostic Function: Power OFF → [Paper Feed ∆]+[Paper Feed ∇]+[Cut/Eject] → Power ON 2. Display "Adj: Head Slant": [Paper Feed ∇] → [SelecType >] → [Paper Feed ∇] x8 3. Print the pattern. 4. Check the pattern: (See Figure - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 248
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 5.2.3.13 Round Trip Print Position Adjustment (Bi-D Adjustment) Adjust the round trip print position. Make adjustments of "240CPS VSD1", "240CPS VSD2" and "190CPS VSD4" for each color. This Bi-D adjustment is of PG=1.2mm. For PG=0.7mm (Bi-D2) and PG=2.1mm (Bi-D3), make - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 249
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 BI-D ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE 1. Start the Self-diagnostic Function: Power OFF → [Paper Feed ∆]+[Paper Feed ∇]+[Cut/Eject] → Power ON 2. Display "Adj: Bi-d": [Paper Feed ∇] → [SelecType >] → [Paper Feed ∇] x9 3. Print the 240, V1 black line pattern: Press [Enter ↵ ] when " - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 250
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 5. Print the 240, V1 color pattern: Press [Enter ↵ ] when "240V1 COL adjustment, make the adjustments for 240 V2 and 190V4 the same way. CHECK P O IN T After completion of the adjustments above, be sure to make the "Round Trip Print Position Adjustment (Bi-D Adjustment - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 251
since setting must be made for PG=0.7mm. Paper to be used: Authentic glossy paper (Example: Photo Glossy Paper #MCSRxxR2) Make this adjustment, as required, after executing "5.2.3.13 Round Trip Print Position Adjustment (Bi-D Adjustment)" (p.248). The adjustment procedure is the same as that for - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 252
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 5.2.3.17 Round Trip Print Position (Bi-D Adjustment) Checking According to the result of the round trip print position adjustment, shift the pattern by the theoretically required number of dots. Then print the pattern and check the print result. Check to see if the central - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 253
] key is pressed with "Gap End" displayed, the display changes to "Adj: Feed Adj.+T&B". CHECK P O IN T The adjustment is not required for any of #1, #8 and #15, which are black lines. Revision A [Enter] Adjust Print [Enter] Printing Pattern Printing end Gap 240, V1 ? ? Gap 240, V2 ? ? Gap - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 254
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 PROCEDURE FOR HEAD GAP ADJUSTMENT (UNI-D ADJUSTMENT) 1. Start the Self-diagnostic Function: Power OFF → [Paper Feed ∆]+[Paper Feed ∇]+[Cut/Eject] → Power ON 2. Display "Adj: Uni-D": [Paper Feed ∇] → [SelecType >] → [Paper Feed ∇] x11 3. Print the pattern. [SelecType >] →[ - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 255
Feed ∆]Key: + [Paper Feed ∇]Key : - *2Setting is possible in increments of 2 digits. [Paper Feed ∆]Key: + [Paper Feed ∇]Key : - * Setting is possible in increments of 2 digits. [Enter] Print Adj.Pattern [Enter] Printing Pattern After printing, the display changes to [Clean Head]. Adjustment - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 256
Pro 7600/9600 5.2.3.20 Clean Head When Head replacement is required on the service site, execute ink discharge ("Ink Blowing") in this mode beforehand. CHECK P O IN T If transition in the sequence can not take place for some reason, the display shows "Reset ** I/C". When replacing the print head - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 257
Flag Maintenance tank ink consumption (CSIC) Head hot error flag Borderless ink counter Timer CL4 cumulative counter Pump counter P Maintenance tank detection CL5 cumulative counter CL1 count with cleaning prohibited (7 colors) Timer CL4 flag Time having elapsed since previous K ink replacement - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 258
and the ink lever is in the up position) Revision A Reset Counter? [Enter] Wait for a while After printing, display changes to "Check Skew" Figure 5-58. Menu Transition for Counter Clearing SET INK CARTRIDGE * Figure 5-59. Display after Counter Clearing Adjustment Self-diagnostic - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 259
replaced the Head, Damper, Ink Holder and/or Ink tube, execute this mode and make certain that there is no dot missing. If dot missing occurs, check the coupling screw tightening torque and tube insertion and check for air leak. Figure 5-60. Cleaning Menu Transition Print : ? [Paper Feed ∇] Print - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 260
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 5.2.6 Parameter This item relates to update of adjustment parameters. Table 5-27 lists parameter items and Figure 5-62 shows parameter menu transition. Item Initialize Update Display Table 5-27. Parameter Items Contents Initialize adjustment parameters Input adjustment - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 261
trip count PF motor travel Head ink discharge count (Each color) Cleaning count The number of printed sheets Ink volume counter Waste ink counter Cutting count Gap adjustment value CR origin compensation value (Capping position) PF origin compensation value Head slide origin compensation value Front - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 262
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Ini. : [Enter] Initialize OK? ? All [Pause] Ini. : ? Capping Position Ini. : ? PF Resolution Ini. : ? Serial No. Init. Parameter End Parameter : ? Initialize ? Ini. : ? Head Record Ini. : ? Wiping Record Ini. : ? Rubbing Record Ini. : ? - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 263
Adjustment) Adjust the Print Head slant using the self-diagnostic mode and by mechanical adjustment. p. 247 Revision A 5.3.2 CR Timing Belt Tension Adjustment This adjustment is necessary for service operations that require you to remove/loosen the CR Motor or CR Steel Belt. When replacing - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 264
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 5.3.3 PF Timing Belt Tension Adjustment This adjustment is necessary for service operations that require you to remove/loosen the PF Motor or PF Belt. When replacing or re-installing the PF Belt, you need to confirm the tension of the PF Belt. † Adjusting tools: Tension - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 265
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 5.3.4 P_THICK_0.3/P_THICK Sensor Mounting Plate Position Adjustment Once you have changed the position of the Sensor Mounting Plate on which the P_THICK_0.3/P_THICK Sensor is mounted, make the following adjustment using the self-diagnostic function. † Adjusting tools: - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 266
0.3 mm or below Paper thickness 0.4 ∼ 0.6 mm Paper thickness 0.7mm or above Lever in "Up" position (Paper released) Lever in "Down" position (Paper held) LCD Indication 00 01 11 10 00 C A U T I O N Take care not to bend thickness gauges by, say, dropping. This adjustment requires an accuracy to - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 267
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 5.3.5 Cover Sensor ASSY Mounting Position Adjustment When removing/replacing the Cover Assembly or the Front Cover, verify the sensor operation using the Self-Diagnostic mode as described below. NOTE: For disassembly and assembly procedure, refer to "Cover Sensor ASSY" - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 268
Carriage Unit to the center by manual operation. 4. Loosen the screw securing use with Stylus Pro 7600 / 9600: do not use the CR Encoder mounting jig designed for any other printer models. Revision A 2 screws CR Board Unit Figure 5-69. Adjusting the CR Encoder Sensor Mounting Position 1/2 CR Guide - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 269
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 5.3.7 Cutter Positioning Adjustment This adjustment should definitely be mad if the following parts are removed. Parts Cutter Solenoid Assy Paper Guide L Adjustment Items 1. Paper Guide L up and down adjustment 2. Cutter Holder ASSY height adjustment 1. Paper Guide L up - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 270
P O IN T „ In this adjustment, use the cutter positioning jig for exclusive use with Stylus Pro 7600 / 9600: do not use the cutter positioning jig designed for any other printer models. Revision A Cutter positioning jig Plate of Cutter Holder ASSY Projection Figure 5-73. Paper Guide L up and down - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 271
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 5.3.7.1 Paper Cutting Position Check Check the paper cutting position which has been adjusted as instructed in the previous section, by cutting paper actually. † Cutter Positioning Adjustment 1. Set paper (minimum size: about 10 cm wide x 20 cm) in the paper path along - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 272
one screw securing the PF Encoder Sensor. CHECK P O IN T In this adjustment, use the PF Encoder mounting jig for exclusive use with Stylus Pro 7600 / 9600: do not use the PF Encoder mounting jig designed for any other printer models. Check the clearance here Revision A Screw PF Encoder Sensor - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 273
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 5.3.9 USB ID Writing CHECK P O IN T Even when you have replaced the Main Board, there is no need of new setting of the USB ID, since the USB ID is backed up if parameter backup can be executed. When new setting is to be performed, use the dedicated service utility. - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 274
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, first make certain that the print head has been capped properly with the power to the printer turned off. Then remove all the ink cartridges and install all the packing materials as referred to in the Start-Up Guide or Assembly and Setup Guide supplied with the printer. Maintenance Overview 275 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 276
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 6.1.1 Periodic Maintenance Items and Product Life Information † Periodic Maintenance Items The printer uses sensors and counters to determine when consumable items need to be replaced. When a consumable part has reached its predetermined end-of-life according to the - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 277
pages SPro7600 Warning message Error message MAINTENANCE REQ nnnn SERVICE REQ nnnnnnnn Reset operation Parts to be replaced Required adjustments MAINTENANCE TANK - ALMOST FULL - MAINTENANCE TANK FULL *6 - - - - - - 0040 - (Counter cleared automatically by replacing it with new - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 278
The life of PF motor is counted based on the paper feeding distance at printing operation (23000 m). "*6": Error condition and the printer is not ready to print until the error is cleared by replacing the maintenance tank to new one. "*7": EPSON standard media and the cutting operation is made in - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 279
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 6.1.2 Important Maintenance Items During Service Operations Check the following items during printer maintenance/service and perform any necessary operations. Table 6-2. Items to be Checked During Maintenance/Service Items Check Points Remedy Lower Paper Guide and - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 280
) EPSON B702600001 Other parts on mechanism B730200200 Screw lock (blue) C A U T IO N Do not apply any other oils, lubricants, or glues than those described in this manual; otherwise printer parts may be damaged or their useful life may be shortened. Revision A 6.2.1 Lubricating the CR Guide - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 281
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Pro 9600 only (Not used) (Not used) * Stylus Pro 9600 only Revision A CN.No. CN35 CN36 CN37 Table 7-1. Main Board Connectors List C472 CR Board Connectors List Color Connected to Remarks Black White White Black Main Board (CN8) Main Board (CN10) Print Head1 Print Head2 P_Edge Sensor CR - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 283
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 † C472 SUB-B Board CN.No. CN1 CN2 CN3 CN4 CN5 CN6 CN7 CN8 CN9 CN10 Pins 20 2 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 Table 7-4. C472 SUB-B Board Connectors List Color Connected to Remarks Main Board (CN6) FFC White I/H Lever Sensor CSIC Relay Board (Black) FFC CSIC Relay Board (Light - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 284
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Revision A Figure 7-1. Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Connectors Appendix Connectors 284 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 285
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 7.2 Component Layout Will be established by the next revision. Revision A Appendix Component Layout 285 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 286
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 7.3 Circuit Diagrams The circuit diagrams of the following circuit boards are shown on the following pages: „ C472 MAIN BOARD „ C472SUB BOARD „ C472SUB-B BOARD Revision A Appendix Circuit Diagrams 286 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 287
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EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 7.4 Exploded Diagrams Revision A Appendix Exploded Diagrams 292 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 293
120 100 107 121 101 122 123 102 103 103 104 106 105 125 124 108 109 126 127 109 114 118 110 117 X 111 112 113 115 128 116 119 131 129 130 124 PX-7000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 7600 No.1 Rev.01 C472-CASE-011 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 294
150 x 10 158x 6 157 159 160x 6 A 161 153 161 154 152 B 153 155 152 B 151 151 151 151 156 PX-7000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 7600 No.2 Rev.01 C472-CASE-021 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 295
Y Y 202 Q J D 200 including 201,202 T W K A NUOC L BB 203 201 X PX-7000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 7600 No.3 Rev.01 C472-ELEC-011 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 296
301 300 Y Y Q J D T W K ANUOC X L BB PX-7000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 7600 No.4 Rev.01 C472-POWE-011 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 297
500 501 502 503 504 507 C 505 506 510 D 509 508 511 PX-7000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 7600 No.5 Rev.01 C472-MECH-011 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 298
551 552 550 554 F E 555 553 556 556 557 G 558 559 563 561 560 568 569 562 568 569 567 568 569 570 568 569 570 570 564 570 568 569 568 569 568 569 570 565 H 566 I 570 570 PX-7000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 7600 No.6 Rev.01 C472-MECH-021 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 299
602 600 601 J K 605 606 606 608 607 L 609x 5 604 620 603 x 34 610 611 612 M 618 619 617 616 615 613 O N 614 606 M PX-7000 / EPSONSTYLUS PRO 7600 No.7 Rev.01 C472-MECH-031 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 300
669 670 671 672 650 655 661 656 660 659 667 651 652x 8 653 654 668 661 658 657 x 11 662 666 663 P 667 665 664 PX-7000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 7600 No.8 Rev.01 C472-MECH-041 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 301
705 706 700 703 704 701 Q 702 711 709 708 706 707 708 708 710 712 PX-7000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 7600 No.9 Rev.01 C472-MECH-051 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 302
750 S R 751 S P T 752 753 R 754 755 756 x 7 761 757x 7 760 758 U 755 763 762 759 PX-7000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 7600 No.10 Rev.01 C472-MECH-061 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 303
H G F I E V 813 809 810 808 V 807 811 812 806 800 801 805 804 802 803 W PX-7000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 7600 No.11 Rev.01 C472-MECH-071 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 304
850 851 856 853 853 854 851 855 PX-7000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 7600 No.12 Rev.01 C472-MECH-081 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 305
120 100 107 121 101 122 123 102 103 103 106 104 125 105 127 108 110 109 109 126 114 118 117 X 119 129 111 112 113 115 128 116 131 120 PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.1 Rev.01 C473-CASE-011 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 306
150 x 10 154 153 B 158x 8 159 161 160 x 11 157 A 161 161 152 155 153 B 152 153 B 162 152 156 151 x 4 PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.2 Rev.01 C473-CASE-021 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 307
Y Y 202 Q J D 200 including 201,202 T W K ANUOC L B BB 203 201 X PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.3 Rev.01 C473-ELEC-011 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 308
301 Y 300 Y Q J D T W K ANUOC L B X BB PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.4 Rev.01 C473-POWE-011 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 309
500 501 502 503 504 507 C 505 506 510 D 509 508 511 511 PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.5 Rev.01 C473-MECH-011 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 310
551 552 550 554 F E 555 553 556 556 557 G 558 559 563 561 560 568 569 562 568 569 567 568 569 570 568 569 570 570 564 570 568 569 568 569 568 569 570 565 H 566 I 570 570 PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.6 Rev.01 C473-MECH-021 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 311
602 600 601 J K 605 606 606 608 607 L 604 603x 32 609 x 2 620 610 611 612 M 618 619 617 616 615 613 O N 614 606 M PX-9000 / EPSONSTYLUS PRO 9600 No.7 Rev.01 C473-MECH-031 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 312
669 670 671 672 650 655 656 661 661 652x 8 659 660 661 666 662 663 651 653 654 668 658 P 657 x 14 665 664 PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.8 Rev.01 C473-MECH-041 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 313
705 706 700 703 704 701 Q 702 711 709 708 706 707 708 708 710 712 PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.9 Rev.01 C473-MECH-051 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 314
H G F I E V 813 809 810 808 V 807 811 812 806 805 800 804 801 803 802 W PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.11 Rev.01 C473-MECH-071 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 315
850 851 856 853 853 854 851 855 PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.12 Rev.01 C473-MECH-081 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 316
# 909 SCREW SET 901 902 904 905 907 903 900 X 5 906 903 PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.13 Rev.01 C473-MECH-091 908 902 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 317
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 7.5 ASP List (Parts List) 7.5.1 ASP List for Stylus Pro 7600 Ref No. 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 Table 7-6. ASP List for Stylus Pro 7600 Part Name L SIDE COVER ASSY. I/H COVER ASSY. I/H - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 318
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Table 7-6. ASP List for Stylus Pro 7600 (continued) Ref No. 550 CUTTER CAP Part Name 551 CUTTER SOLENOID ASSY. 651 PAPER GUIDE L2 652 SUB PRATEN B 653 SUB PRATEN A 654 PARTITION PLATE P GUIDE L 655 PAETITION PLATE L 656 POROUS PAD CAP B 657 PROUSPAD - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 319
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Table 7-6. ASP List for Stylus Pro 7600 (continued) Ref No. 672 LABEL Part 710 PUMP CAP ASSY. 711 MOTOR 712 CAP ASSY. 750 I/H INK FFC ASSY List for Stylus Pro 7600 (continued) Ref No. 804 TUBE Part Name 805 TUBE 806 TUBE 807 TUBE FILME 808 SUS SUPPORT - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 320
CAP PRSSURE LEVER KNOB PANEL TAPE CABLE ROLL TRAY R ASSY. R SIDE COVER ASSY. LABEL LABEL LABEL LABEL LABEL LABEL LOGO PLATE 13X54 LABEL LABEL LABEL FCC CLIP Appendix Revision A Table 7-7. ASP List for Stylus Pro 9600 (continued) Ref No. 151 HANDLE Part PLATE 202 GUIDE 203 GROUNDING PLATE - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 321
List for Stylus Pro 9600 (continued) Ref No. Part Name 554 P EDGE SENSOR ASSY. 555 EDGE SENSOR BASE ASSY. 556 FG CABLE 557 CR ENC ASSY. 558 CR LOCK KICKER 559 TILAP 560 H ADJUST LEVER B 561 H ADJUST LEVER 562 DAMPER STOPPER 563 DAMPER POSITION BOAD 564 PRINT HEAD 565 HEAD - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 322
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Table 7-7. ASP List for Stylus Pro 9600 (continued) Ref No. 704 CLEANER Part Name 705 PUMP REDUCTION GEAR 1 706 POMP SHAFT STOPPER 707 PUMP REDUCTION GEAR 2 708 PG IDLE GEAR A 709 PG IDLE GEAR B 710 PUMP CAP ASSY. 711 MOTOR 712 CAP ASSY. 750 I/H INK - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 323
120 100 107 121 101 122 123 102 103 103 106 104 125 105 127 108 110 109 109 126 114 118 117 X 119 129 111 112 113 115 128 116 131 120 PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.1 Rev.01 C473-CASE-011 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 324
150 x 10 154 153 B 158x 8 159 161 160 x 11 157 A 161 161 152 155 153 B 152 153 B 162 152 156 151 x 4 PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.2 Rev.01 C473-CASE-021 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 325
Y Y 202 Q J D 200 including 201,202 T W K ANUOC L B BB 203 201 X PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.3 Rev.01 C473-ELEC-011 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 326
301 Y 300 Y Q J D T W K ANUOC L B X BB PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.4 Rev.01 C473-POWE-011 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 327
500 501 502 503 504 507 C 505 506 510 D 509 508 511 511 PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.5 Rev.01 C473-MECH-011 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 328
551 552 550 554 F E 555 553 556 556 557 G 558 559 563 561 560 568 569 562 568 569 567 568 569 570 568 569 570 568 569 570 564 570 568 569 568 569 570 565 H 566 I 570 570 PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.6 Rev.01 C473-MECH-021 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 329
602 600 601 J K 605 606 606 608 607 L 604 603x 32 609 x 2 620 610 611 612 M 618 619 617 616 615 613 O N 614 606 M PX-9000 / EPSONSTYLUS PRO 9600 No.7 Rev.01 C473-MECH-031 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 330
669 670 671 672 650 655 656 661 661 652x 8 659 660 661 666 662 663 651 653 654 668 658 P 657 x 14 665 664 PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.8 Rev.01 C473-MECH-041 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 331
705 706 700 703 704 701 Q 702 711 709 708 706 707 708 708 710 712 PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.9 Rev.01 C473-MECH-051 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 332
750 S R 751 S P T 752 753 R 754 755 756x 7 761 757x 7 760 758 U 755 763 762 759 PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.10 Rev.01 C473-MECH-061 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 333
H G I FE V 813 809 810 808 V 807 811 812 806 805 800 804 801 803 802 W PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.11 Rev.01 C473-MECH-071 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 334
850 851 856 853 853 854 851 855 PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.12 Rev.01 C473-MECH-081 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 335
# 909 SCREW SET 901 902 904 905 907 903 900 X 5 906 903 PX-9000 / EPSON STYLUS PRO 9600 No.13 Rev.01 C473-MECH-091 908 902 - Epson 9600 | Service Manual - Page 336
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EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600
Color Large Format Inkjet Printer
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SERVICE MANUAL
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