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Epson Stylus Pro 9000 - Print Engine User Manual

Epson Stylus Pro 9000 - Print Engine
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EPSON Stylus Pro 9000
Wide-Format Professional Inkjet Printer
TM-PRO9000
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Epson Stylus Pro 9000 - Print Engine Specifications

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BrandEpson
ModelStylus Pro 9000 - Print Engine
CategoryPrinter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

PRECAUTIONS

Safety Warnings and Cautions

Important safety notes regarding personal injury and equipment damage.

Chapter 1: Printer Basics

1.1 Features

Lists the color printing features of the printer.

1.2 Control Panel Operations

Information on control panel buttons, LEDs, and LCD.

1.3 LED Indicators and Error Messages

Interpreting printer status via LEDs and LCD messages.

1.4 Options and Consumables

Lists available optional items and consumables.

Chapter 2: Technical Overview

2.1 Location of Components

Shows and labels the main printer components.

2.2 Operation

Describes how the printer's main components operate.

2.2.1 Carriage Mechanism

Explains the operation of the carriage mechanism.

2.2.2 Paper Feed Mechanism

Explains the operation of the paper feed mechanism.

2.2.3 Carriage Lock Mechanism

Explains the carriage lock mechanism.

2.2.4 Ink Supply Mechanism

Details the ink supply mechanism.

2.2.5 Cover Open Sensor

Explains the function of the cover open sensors.

2.2.6 Control Circuit

Summarizes the functions of the main board components.

Chapter 3: Troubleshooting

3.1 Overview

Guides to troubleshooting printer problems.

3.2 Troubleshooting Using LCD Error Messages

How to troubleshoot using error messages on the control panel.

3.2.1 LCD Error Messages

Lists error codes and their meanings.

3.2.2 Errors requiring Service Technician

Detailed descriptions of errors requiring technician intervention.

3.2.3 General Errors

Describes errors that can be solved by the user.

3.3 Print Quality Troubleshooting

How to solve print quality issues.

3.4 Connector-Related Errors

Isolating problems related to loose connectors or faulty cables.

Chapter 4: Disassembly & Assembly

4.1 Overview & Precautions

General overview and safety precautions for disassembly and assembly.

4.1.2 Tools & Screw List

Lists necessary tools and screws for disassembly and assembly.

4.1.4 Order of Disassembly

Flowchart for efficient disassembly and assembly.

4.2 Housing Removal

Steps to remove the printer's housing covers.

4.3 Circuit Board Removal

Steps to remove power supply and main boards.

4.4 Maintenance Procedures

Procedures for maintaining the printer.

REPLACING THE WASTE INK PADS

Steps to replace waste ink pads and related parts.

4.5 Printer Mechanism Disassembly

Disassembly of main printer mechanism components.

REPLACING THE PRINTHEADS

Instructions for replacing the printer heads.

4.6 Ink Holder Disassembly

Procedures for disassembling the ink holder assembly.

4.6.1 Removing the I/C Holder Assembly

Steps to remove the I/C holder assembly.

4.6.2 Disassembling the I/C Holder

Detailed steps for disassembling the I/C holder.

4.7 Removing the Ink Tubes

How to remove the ink tubes from the carriage assembly.

REMOVING THE CR CIRCUIT BOARD

Instructions for removing the CR circuit board.

DISCONNECTING THE INK DAMPERS

How to disconnect the ink dampers.

REMOVING THE CABLE CONNECTION PLATE

Steps to remove the cable connection plate.

4.7.1 Ink Tubing Reassembly

Steps to re-assemble ink tubes and related components.

INSTALLING THE CABLE CONNECTION PLATE

Instructions for installing the cable connection plate.

POSITIONING THE TUBE GUIDES AND FFCS

How to position tube guides and FFCs correctly.

Chapter 5: Adjustments

5.1 Overview & Precautions

Guides and precautions for performing printer adjustments.

5.1.2 Adjustment Tools

Lists the correct tools for performing adjustments.

5.1.3 Required Adjustments

Table listing adjustments needed after replacing parts.

5.2 ROM Backup and Updating

Procedures for backing up and updating printer ROM.

BACKUP PROCEDURE

Step-by-step guide to backing up printer ROM.

DOWNLOAD PROCEDURE

Steps to download data from PC card to printer.

5.2.1 Firmware Update

How to update printer firmware.

5.3 Self-Diagnostics

How to perform printer self-diagnostic functions.

5.3.1 Using the Self-Diagnostic Mode

Guide to navigating and using the self-diagnostic mode.

5.3.2 Self-Diagnostic Menus

Overview of available self-diagnostic menus.

Check: Test

Checks operations and displays ROM version/error history.

Check: Adjustment

Adjusts mechanisms like printheads and feed sensors.

Check: Cleaning

Starts initial ink charge or cleaning sequences.

Check: Print

Prints nozzle check or adjustment settings.

Check: Parameter

Updates or clears adjustment parameters.

5.3.3 Test Menu

Checks control panel, circuits, and sensors.

VERSION

Confirms firmware and DIP switch settings.

CONTROL PANEL

Checks control panel buttons, LEDs, and LCD.

SENSORS

Confirms operation of various printer sensors.

ENCODER

Confirms operation of CR and PF motor encoders.

5.3.4 Adjustment Menu

Allows adjustments to printer mechanism and controls.

Cap Position Adjustment

Sets and updates the capping position.

Check Skew

Measures vertical distance for paper skew in test prints.

Input Rank (Printhead ID) Adjustment

Writes each printhead's ID to the main board.

Check Nozzle

Verifies if all nozzles are firing ink.

B Head Slant/C Head Slant Adjustment (Head Angle)

Adjusts printhead angle for straight up-and-down printing.

BC Head Slant Adjustment (Head Height)

Adjusts Head C height relative to Head B.

Bi-D Adjustment

Electronically adjusts Bi-D print timing for both printheads.

Head LR Adjustment (Head Gap Timing)

Compensates for gap between Head B and Head C.

Flush Point Right and Left Adjustment

Adjusts carriage position for flushing.

Feed Adjustment

Adjusts printer's ability to track paper feed distance.

Top & Bottom (Margin) Adjustment

Adjusts top, bottom, and side margins.

Rear Sensor Position Adjustment

Ensures Rear Paper Sensor correctly detects paper edge.

Test Print

Prints check patterns and adjustment settings.

Clean Head (Drain Ink)

Drains ink from the ink delivery system.

Counter Clear

Resets all counters in memory to original condition.

5.4 Mechanical Adjustments

Describes mechanical adjustments for replacing parts.

CARRIAGE COVER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

Sets travel distance of the cutter blade.

CUTTER POSITION ADJUSTMENT

Aligns Lower Paper Guide and Cutter for proper cutting.

CARRIAGE BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT

Adjusts tension for CR Motor or CR Belt.

PF BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT

Adjusts tension for PF Motor or PF Belt.

PLATEN GAP GEAR BACKLASH ADJUSTMENT

Adjusts backlash for the PG Motor.

I/H LEVER POSITION ADJUSTMENT

Adjusts I/H subassembly position inside Ink Cartridge Holder.

PAPER THICKNESS SENSOR ADJUSTMENT

Adjusts the Paper Thickness Sensor.

COVER OPEN SENSOR ASSEMBLY (RIGHT AND LEFT)

Checks and adjusts Cover Open sensors.

SENSOR TRIMMER ADJUSTMENT

Adjusts sensitivity of paper edge, front, and rear sensors.

Chapter 6: Maintenance

6.1 Overview

Outlines routine inspection and maintenance procedures.

6.2 Physical Inspection and Cleaning

Inspects and cleans printer parts.

6.3 Lubrication

States that the printer requires no additional lubrication.

6.4 Checking and Clearing Counters

Tracks and resets printer component usage counters.

6.4.1 Checking Maintenance Counters

How to check printer maintenance counters.

6.4.2 Clearing Maintenance Counters

Procedures to clear or reset maintenance counters.

6.5 Service Error Codes and Replaceable Parts

Lists service errors and corresponding parts/procedures.

6.5.1 Maintenance vs. Service Calls

Explains the meaning of 'Maintenance Call' vs. 'Service Call'.

6.6 Ink Cartridge Replacement

Steps to replace ink cartridges.

6.7 Cutter Blade Replacement

How to replace the cutter blade.

Chapter 7: Appendix

7.1 Unpacking and Transporting the Printer

Procedures for unpacking and transporting the printer.

7.1.1 The Packaging

Describes how the printer is packaged.

7.1.2 Contents of the Packaging

Lists the contents of the large and medium size boxes.

7.1.3 Unpacking and Assembly

Steps for unpacking and assembling the printer and stand.

FROM UNPACKING TO ASSEMBLING THE STAND

Instructions for unpacking and assembling the stand.

7.1.4 Repacking and Transporting the Printer

Procedures for preparing the printer for shipping and after shipping.

Before Shipping

Steps to prepare the printer for shipping.

After Shipping

Steps to perform after receiving the printer.

7.2 Specifications

Provides detailed specifications of the printer.

7.2.1 Mechanical

Details mechanical specifications like printing method and nozzle configuration.

Dimensions

Printer dimensions.

Weight

Printer and stand weights.

Print speed

Details print speeds for different paper types.

Paper loading

Information on loading different paper types.

Paper volume

Specifications for paper roll sizes.

Paper feed speed

Details paper feed speed.

7.2.2 Safety Approvals

Lists safety standards and certifications.

7.2.3 CE Marking

Lists relevant CE marking directives.

7.2.4 Electrical

Provides electrical specifications.

7.2.5 Environmental

Lists environmental operating conditions.

7.2.6 Ink Cartridge

Details ink cartridge shape and colors.

7.2.7 Controller

Details controller specifications (CPU, ROM, RAM, Interface).

7.2.8 Cutter

Details cutter attributes.

7.2.9 Paper

Provides paper specifications.

Single sheets

Specifications for single sheet paper sizes and thickness.

Special paper

Specifications for special paper types.

7.2.10 Paper Release Lever

Explains the function of the paper release lever.

7.2.11 Interface

Describes the printer's interfaces.

7.2.11.1 Parallel interface

Details the parallel interface specifications.

7.2.11.2 Nibble Mode

Describes the EEE-1284 nibble mode.

7.2.11.3 ECP Mode

Describes the EEE-1284 ECP mode.

7.2.11.4 Type-B Interface (Optional)

Details the optional Type-B interface.

7.2.11.5 Interface selection

Describes how interfaces are selected.

7.3 Initialization

Describes printer initialization procedures.

Power On initialization

Actions taken when power is turned on or a cold reset occurs.

Software initialization

Actions taken when activated by ESC@ command.

Operation initialization

Actions taken when Reset button is pressed or INIT signal received.

7.4 Jumper and DIP Switch Settings

Lists jumper and DIP switch settings on the main board.

7.5 Connector Summary

Diagram showing main circuit board connections.

7.6 Parts List

Lists all printer parts with their codes.

7.7 Exploded Diagrams

References for exploded diagrams of printer parts.

7.8 Main Board Component Layout

Shows component layout of the C277MAIN board.

7.9 Circuit Diagrams

Provides circuit diagrams for the C277MAIN board.

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