SM 6-5 G147 
Detailed 
Descriptions 
6.2 BOARD LAYOUT 
6.2.1 BOARD BLOCK DIAGRAM 
 
This machine employs the GW (Grand Workware) architecture, which allows the printer to 
be expanded by installing simple modular components (ROM DIMMs) in the controller board 
or installing optional boards in the two controller board slots. 
Here is a brief summary of the boards and their functions. For more details, refer to the 
Point-to-Point diagram and list of components supplied with the printer. 
BICU (Base Engine and Image Control Unit) 
Controls all machine functions both directly and through other control boards. 
LDB (Laser Diode Board) 
Powers the laser diode. Output level is controlled to compensate for changes in temperature 
and humidity to maintain constant laser write intensity. 
Controller 
Controls memory and all peripheral devices. Two SD card slots are provided, one for 
servicing (firmware updates) and one for SD card options. In addition to the RAM and 
NVRAM, the NIC and USB functions are also built into this controller. The HDD unit is also 
attached to the controller board. The Controller Board has external slots to accommodate 
the following interfaces: