Chapter 2
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2.3.3.2 Paper Path
2.3.3.2.1 Feed Roller Eccentricity Detection Function
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a) Feed roller assembly
The feed roller assembly consists mainly of a feed roller that is driven by the feed motor, a pinch roller unit that follows up the motion of the feed roller and so on.
Paper is fed horizontally under the printhead on the carriage as it is kept level on the platen to prevent heaving.
b) Sensors
The feed roller assembly includes a feed status detection sensor and paper passage mechanical component status detection sensors.
For more details, see Technical Explanation > Detection Functions.
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2.3.3.3 Cutter Unit
2.3.3.3.1 Structure of the cutter unit
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a) Sheet cutter
When "Autocut: Yes" is selected in the Printer Driver, the cutter unit mounted on the left side of the carriage automatically cuts the roll media. However, the roll
media is not cut if it is suppressed by the Printer driver.
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Cut sheet
Pinch roller
Feed roller
Paper release lever
Cutter unit
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