Step 2: Laser beam exposure
The laser beam scans the photosensitive drum to neutralize negative charges on parts of the drum. An
electrostatic latent image is formed on the drum where negative charges were neutralized.
Step 3: Developing
The developing cylinder comes in contact with the photosensitive drum to deposit toner onto the
electrostatic latent image.
NOTE: The charges on the exposed area of the drum are shown as positive in Figure 4-11 Developing
on page 44. The charges are actually negative, but they are more positive than the charges on the
developing cylinder.
Figure 4-11 Developing
Toner acquires a negative charge through friction from the developing cylinder and the blade. When the
negatively charged toner comes in contact with the drum, the toner adheres to the electrostatic latent
image. The image on the drum becomes visible because of the toner.
Step 4: Transfer
The transfer charging roller, to which a DC positive bias is applied, imparts a positive charge on the print
media. When the print media comes in contact with the photosensitive drum, the toner is transferred to
the print media.
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