Epson Stylus CX1500 ME100 User manual

EPSON StylusCX1500
ME100
Scanner • Printer • Copier
SEOT04-006
SERVICE MANUAL

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Copyright © 2004 SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
I&I CS/Quality Management & PL Department

PRECAUTIONS
Precautionary notations throughout the text are categorized relative to 1) Personal injury and 2) damage to equipment.
DANGER Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in serious or fatal personal injury. Great caution should be exercised in
performing procedures preceded by DANGER Headings.
WARNING Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in damage to equipment.
The precautionary measures itemized below should always be observed when performing repair/maintenance procedures.
DANGER
1. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PRODUCT FROM THE POWER SOURCE AND PERIPHERAL DEVICES PERFORMING ANY
MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR PROCEDURES.
2. NO WORK SHOULD BE PERFORMED ON THE UNIT BY PERSONS UNFAMILIAR WITH BASIC SAFETY MEASURES AS DICTATED
FOR ALL ELECTRONICS TECHNICIANS IN THEIR 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.
4. WHEN DISASSEMBLING OR ASSEMBLING A PRODUCT, MAKE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES TO AVOID INJURIER FROM METAL PARTS
WITH SHARP EDGES. WARNING
1. REPAIRS ON EPSON PRODUCT SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN EPSON CERTIFIED REPAIR TECHNICIAN.
2. MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SOURCE VOLTAGES IS THE SAME AS THE RATED VOLTAGE, LISTED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER/
RATING PLATE. IF THE EPSON PRODUCT HAS A PRIMARY AC RATING DIFFERENT FROM AVAILABLE POWER SOURCE, DO NOT
CONNECT IT TO THE POWER SOURCE.
3. ALWAYS VERIFY THAT THE EPSON PRODUCT HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE REMOVING OR
REPLACING PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS AND/OR INDIVIDUAL CHIPS.
4. IN ORDER TO PROTECT SENSITIVE MICROPROCESSORS AND CIRCUITRY, USE STATIC DISCHARGE EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS
ANTI-STATIC WRIST STRAPS, WHEN ACCESSING INTERNAL COMPONENTS.
5. REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING COMPONENTS ONLY WITH THOSE COMPONENTS BY THE MANUFACTURE; INTRODUCTION OF
SECOND-SOURCE ICs OR OTHER NONAPPROVED COMPONENTS MAY DAMAGE THE PRODUCT AND VOID ANY APPLICABLE
EPSON WARRANTY.

About This Manual
This manual describes basic functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations, maintenance and repair procedures of the printer. The instructions and
procedures included herein are intended for the experienced repair technicians, and attention should be given to the precautions on the preceding page.
Manual Configuration
This manual consists of six chapters and Appendix.
CHAPTER 1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS
Provides a general overview and specifications of the
product.
CHAPTER 2. OPERATING PRINCIPLES
Describes the theory of electrical and mechanical
operations of the product.
CHAPTER 3. TROUBLESHOOTING
Describes the step-by-step procedures for the
troubleshooting.
CHAPTER 4. DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY
Describes the step-by-step procedures for 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.
CHAPTER 7. APPENDIX
Provides the following additional information for
reference:
• Connector pin assignments
• Electric circuit boards components layout
• Electrical circuit boards schematics
• Exploded diagram & Parts List
Symbols Used in this Manual
Various symbols are used throughout this manual either to provide
additional information on a specific topic or to warn of possible danger
present during a procedure or an action. Be aware of all symbols when
they are used, and always read NOTE, CAUTION, or WARNING
messages.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice
or condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in
injury or loss of life.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice,
or condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in
damage to, or destruction of, equipment.
May indicate an operating or maintenance procedure,
practice or condition that is necessary to accomplish a task
efficiently. It may also provide additional information that is
related to a specific subject, or comment on the results
achieved through a previous action.
I.ndicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice
or condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in injury
or loss of life.
Indicates that a particular task must be carried out
according to a certain standard after disassembly and
before re-assembly, otherwise the quality of the
components in question may be adversely affected.
ADJUSTM ENT
REQUIRED
CAUTION
CHECK
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Revision Status
NOTE: Since the Stylus CX1500/ME100 are OEM products, the contents of the specification differ from those of EPSON products.Therefore, the structure and
the contents of this service manual differ partly from usual manual.
Revision Issued Date Description
A 2004/9/1 First Release

CONTENTS
Chapter 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1.1 Overview................................................................................................. 9
1.1.1 Features.......................................................................................... 9
1.2 Specifications...................................................................................... 10
1.2.1 Printer specifications ..................................................................... 10
1.2.2 Scanner specifications .................................................................. 17
1.2.3 Common........................................................................................ 18
1.3 Interface................................................................................................ 20
1.3.1 USB Interface................................................................................ 20
1.4 Stand-alone Copy................................................................................ 21
1.4.1 Basic Specifications ...................................................................... 21
1.4.2 Copy Speed................................................................................... 21
1.4.3 Copy Mode.................................................................................... 21
1.4.4 Relation between original and copy .............................................. 22
1.5 Control Panel....................................................................................... 23
1.5.1 Buttons.......................................................................................... 23
1.5.2 Indicators....................................................................................... 23
1.5.3 Operations..................................................................................... 25
1.5.4 Printer Condition and Panel Status............................................... 27
1.5.5 Printer Initialization........................................................................ 28
Chapter 2 OPERATING PRINCIPLES
2.1 Overview............................................................................................... 30
2.1.1 Printer Mechanism ........................................................................ 30
2.1.2 Print Head ..................................................................................... 31
2.1.3 Carriage Mechanism ..................................................................... 34
2.1.4 Paper Loading/Feeding Mechanism.............................................. 35
2.1.5 Ink System Mechanism................................................................. 40
2.1.6 Ink Sequence ................................................................................ 43
2.2 Scanner Mechanism............................................................................ 45
2.2.1 Scanner Carriage Mechanism....................................................... 45
Chapter 3 TROUBLESHOOTING
3.1 Overview .............................................................................................. 48
3.2 Error Indications and Fault Occurrence Causes.............................. 48
3.3 Troubleshooting.................................................................................. 52
3.3.1 Superficial Phenomenon-Based Troubleshooting......................... 64
Chapter 4 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
4.1 Overview .............................................................................................. 73
4.1.1 Precautions ................................................................................... 73
4.1.2 Tools ............................................................................................. 74
4.1.3 Work Completion Check ............................................................... 75
4.2 Caution regarding assembling/disassembling of the Printer
Mechanism, and how to ensure of quality on re-assembled product... 76
4.3 Disassembly ........................................................................................ 77
4.3.1 Document Cover ........................................................................... 78
4.3.2 Stacker.......................................................................................... 79
4.3.3 Panel Unit...................................................................................... 80
4.3.4 Panel Housing............................................................................... 81
4.3.5 Scanner Unit ................................................................................. 82
4.3.6 Housing Upper .............................................................................. 86
4.3.7 Main Board Unit ............................................................................ 87
4.3.8 Housing Middle ............................................................................. 89
4.3.9 ASF Unit........................................................................................ 90
4.3.10 Housing Lower (Outer)................................................................ 92
4.3.11 PS Board Unit ............................................................................. 93
4.3.12 Front Frame ................................................................................ 94
4.3.13 EJ Roller...................................................................................... 95
4.3.14 CR Motor..................................................................................... 96

4.3.15 Paper Guide Upper ..................................................................... 98
4.3.16 Holder Shaft Unit....................................................................... 100
4.3.17 Print Head ................................................................................. 103
4.3.18 Waste Ink Pads......................................................................... 105
4.3.19 Housing Lower (Inner)............................................................... 106
4.3.20 PF Motor.................................................................................... 108
4.3.21 Ink System Unit......................................................................... 109
Chapter 5 ADJUSTMENT
5.1 Overview............................................................................................. 111
5.1.1 Required Adjustment................................................................... 111
5.1.2 Adjustment Program feature ....................................................... 112
5.1.3 Adjustment Except Adjustment Program..................................... 112
5.1.4 Timing Belt Tension Adjustment.................................................. 112
Chapter 6 MAINTENANCE
6.1 Overview............................................................................................. 116
6.1.1 Cleaning...................................................................................... 116
6.1.2 Service Maintenance................................................................... 116
6.1.3 Lubrication................................................................................... 118
Chapter 7 APPENDIX
7.1 Connector Summary ......................................................................... 122
7.1.1 Major Component Unit ................................................................ 122
7.2 Exploded Diagram............................................................................. 123
7.3 Parts List............................................................................................ 130
7.4 Electrical Circuits .............................................................................. 131

CHAPTER
PRODUCTDESCRIPTION

EPSON Stylus CX1500/ME100 Revision A
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Overview 9
1.1 Overview
The major features of EPSON color inkjet dot matrix printer EPSON Stylus CX1500/
ME100 are:
1.1.1 Features
VPrinter functions
TMaximum print resolution : 1440 (H) x 720 (V) dpi
TASF (Auto Sheet Feeder) holds up to 100 cut sheets (65g/m2)
VScanner functions
TMaximum optical resolution : 600 x 1200dpi
TScan gradations : 16bit/pixel/color
• Data output from AFE : 16bit/pixel/color
• Data output from Twain : 8bit/pixel/color or 1bit/pixel/color
VStand-alone copy functions
TPaper size can be selected from 2 options.
TPaper type can be selected from 2 options, plain paper or photo paper, which
also defines copy quality.
TEnlarge/Reduce factor can be selected from 2 options, actual size (100%) or
“Fit to page”.
VScan functions
This unit provides scan mode so that data can be scanned and transferred to a
connected computer or to e-mail via application software like the EPSON SMART
PANEL.
Figure 1-1. Product’s external view

EPSON Stylus CX1500/ME100 Revision A
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Specifications 10
1.2 Specifications
1.2.1 Printer specifications
This section covers specifications of the printer.
1.2.1.1 Physical Specification
VWeight : 5.1kg
VDimension (Including rubber feet)
TStorage : 430mm (W) x 302mm (D) x 188.5mm (H)
1.2.1.2 Printing Specification
VPrint Method
TOn demand ink jet
VNozzle Configuration
TMonochrome 48 nozzles
TColor 15 nozzles x 3 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)
Figure 1-2. Nozzle configuration
VPrint Direction
TBi-directional minimum distance printing (with logic seeking)
VPrint Speed
VControl Code
TESC/P Raster command
TEPSON Remote command
VInternal fonts
TCourier Regular font
TASCII from 0x20 to 0x7E
VInput buffer size
T128KByte for USB buffer
1.2.1.3 Paper Feed Specifications
VPaper feed method
Friction feed, using one ASF (Auto Sheet Feeder)
16.5mm
2.2578mm (32/360")
#B48 #Y15
#Y1
#C15
#C1
#M15
#M1
#B1
0.2117mm
(1/120")
Table 1-1. Print Speed
Paper
Type Print Mode e-Memo (A4) J1 J6 8x10 Bike
Black Color
Plain
Paper
Draft 360x120dpi 12ppm 5.3ppm — — —
Default (Text)
360x360dpi 5.3ppm 1.3ppm ———
Photo RPM720x720dpi —————
Photo
Paper
Default (Text & Image)
360x720dpi ————291sec
Photo 720x720dpi ————630sec
Photo RPM
1440x720dpi ————2010sec

EPSON Stylus CX1500/ME100 Revision A
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Specifications 11
VPaper path
Top feed, front out
VPaper feed rates
T110mm/sec (4.3inch/sec): 10.16mm feed
T140mm/sec (5.5inch/sec): continuous feed
VCR interval
0.035mm (1/720inch) steps
1.2.1.4 Paper Support
VCut sheets
Table 1-2. Cut sheets
Paper size Dimensions Thickness Weight Paper type
Width Length
A4 210mm 297mm
0.08-0.11mm 64-90g/m2
(17-24(lb)) Plain paper Reclaimed paper
A5 148mm 210mm
B5 182mm 257mm
Letter 215.9mm
(8.5") 279.4mm (11")
Legal 215.9mm
(8.5") 355.6mm (14")
Executive 184.2mm
(7.25") 266.7mm (10.5")
Half Letter 139.7mm
(5.5") 215.9mm (8.5")
User
defined 89-215.9mm 89-1117.6mm
CAUTION TPoor quality paper may reduce print quality and cause paper
jams or other problems. If you encounter problems, switch to a
higher grade of paper.
TIt is necessary that there is no wrinkle, nap, tear, fold, so on in
the form.
TThe curve of form must be 5mm or below.
TUse paper under normal conditions
•Temperature 15 to 25°C (59 to 77°F)
•Humidity 40 to 60% RH

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Specifications 12
VEnvelopes
Note "*": Check that the flap is on the long side and be sure to fold it down.
Table 1-3. Envelopes
Paper size Dimensions Thickness Weight Paper type*
Width Length
No.10 241.3
(9.5") 104.8 (4.125")
N/A 75-90g/m2
(20-24(lb))
Bond paper
Air mail
PPC
DL 220 110
C6 162 114
220x132 220 132
CAUTION TUse paper under normal conditions
•Temperature 15 to 25°C (59 to 77°F)
•Humidity 40 to 60% RH
TPoor quality paper may reduce print quality and cause paper
jams or other problems. If you encounter problems, switch to a
higher grade of paper.
TIt is necessary that there is no wrinkle, nap, tear, fold, so on in
the form.
TDon’t use the adhesive envelopes.
TDon’t use sleeve insert envelopes and cellophane window
envelopes.

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Specifications 13
VExclusive papers
Quality: EPSON Exclusive paper
Transparency printing is only available at normal temperature.
Table 1-4. Exclusive papers
Item Size Width
(mm) Length (mm) Thickness (mm) Weight (g/m2)
Bright White Ink Jet
Paper A4 210 297 0.11 80
Premium Bright White
Paper Letter 215.9 279.4 TBD TBD
Photo Quality Ink Jet
Paper
Letter 215.9 279.4
0.13 102
Legal 215.9 355.6
A4 210 297
Index card 8"x10" 203.2 254
Index card 5"x8" 127 203.2
Index card A6 105 148
Matte Paper Heavy
weight
Letter 215.9 279.4
0.23 167A4 210 297
8"x10" 203.2 254
Photo Paper/
Glossy Photo Paper
Letter 215.9 279.4
0.23 188
A4 210 297
10x15 101.6 152.4
4"x6"
No Perforations 101.6 152.4
4"x6"
Perforations 101.6 152.4
Economy Photo Paper A4 210 297 0.23 188
Photo Sticker 4/16 A6 105 148 0.19 N/A
Premium Glossy Photo
Paper
4"x6"
No Perforations 101.6 152.4
0.23 188
10x15 101.6 152.4
5"x7" 127 178
Iron-on Cool Peal
Transfer Paper
Letter 215.9 279.4 0.18 124
A4 210 297
Photo Quality Self
Adhesive Sheet A4 210 297 0.19 167
Double-Sided Matte
Paper
Letter 215.9 279.4 0.25 178
A4 210 297
Ink Jet Transparencies Letter 215.9 279.4 0.13 N/A
A4 210 297
CAUTION TUse paper under normal conditions.
•Temperature 15 to 25°C (59 to 77°F)
•Humidity 40 to 60% RH
TPoor quality paper may reduce print quality and cause paper
jams or other problems. If you encounter problems, switch to a
higher grade of paper.
TIt is necessary that there is no wrinkle, nap, tear, fold, so on in
the form.
TThe curve of form must be 5mm or below.
Table 1-4. Exclusive papers
Item Size Width
(mm) Length (mm) Thickness (mm) Weight (g/m2)

EPSON Stylus CX1500/ME100 Revision A
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Specifications 14
1.2.1.5 Printing Area
VCut sheet (standard printing)
TPrintable area
The print quality is guaranteed for the print area above the 12.5mm bottom
margin. For paper width (PW) and paper length (PL), refer to “1.2.1.4 Paper
Support” (p.11).
Refer to the following table. As for each margin area, refer to Figure 1-3
(p.14).
Figure 1-3. Printable area Cut sheet (standard printing)
Table 1-5. Applicable paper/Printing area
Paper type Left
margin Right margin Top margin Bottom margin
Cut sheets
A4
3mm
(0.12") 3mm (0.12") 3mm (0.12") 12.5mm (0.49")
A5
B5
Letter
Legal
Executive
Half Letter
User defined
Exclusive papers
Bright White Ink Jet Paper
3mm
(0.12") 3mm (0.12") 3mm (0.12") 12.5mm (0.49")
Premium Bright White Paper
Premium Ink Jet Plain Paper
Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper
Matte Paper Heavy weight
Photo Paper/Glossy Photo Paper
Economy Photo Paper
Photo Sticker
Premium Glossy Photo Paper
Iron-on Cool Peal Transfer Paper
Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheet
Double-Sided Matt Paper
Ink Jet Transparencies
Printable area
LM RM
PW
TM
BM
PL
Paper Feed Direction

EPSON Stylus CX1500/ME100 Revision A
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Specifications 15
VEnvelopes
TPrintable area
For paper width (PW) and paper length (PL), refer to “1.2.1.4 Paper Support”
(p.11).
Refer to the following table. As for each margin area, refer to Figure 1-4
(p.15).
Figure 1-4. Printable area for envelopes
Table 1-6. Applicable paper/Printing area
Paper type Left Margin Right Margin Top Margin Bottom Margin
No.10
3mm (0.12") 3mm (0.12") 3mm (0.12") 12.5mm (0.49")
DL
C6
220x132
Printable area
LM
TM
RM
BM
Paper Feed Direction
PW
PL

EPSON Stylus CX1500/ME100 Revision A
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Specifications 16
1.2.1.6 Ink Cartridge Specification
VType : Exclusive cartridge
VColor
TBlack ink cartridge : Black
TColor ink cartridge : Magenta, Cyan, Yellow
VPrint capacity
TBlack ink cartridge : 330 pages / A4 (ISO/IEC10561 Letter Pattern at 360
dpi)
TColor ink cartridge : 180 pages /A4 (360 dpi, 5% duty each color)
VInk life : 2 years from production date
VStorage temperature
VDimension
TBlack : 19.8mm (W) x 52.7mm (D) x 38.5mm (H)
TColor : 42.9mm (W) x 52.7mm (D) x 38.5mm (H)
Figure 1-5. Ink cartridge
Table 1-7. Ink Cartridge
Color Stylus CX1500 ME100
Black T038 T057
Color T039 T058
Table 1-8. Storage Temperature
Situation Storage Temperature Limit
Storage -20oC to 40oCWithin a month at 40°C
Packing storage -30oC to 40oC
Transit -30oC to 60oCWithin 120 hours at
60°C and within a month
at 40°C
CAUTION TThe ink cartridge cannot be refilled.
TThe ink cartridge that passes the expiration date should not be
used.
TThe ink in the ink cartridge freezes when leaving it in the
environment of -16°C or under. It takes 3 hours that the frozen
ink becomes usable when moving it from the environment of -20
°C to the environment of 25°C.
42.9mm
52.7mm
43.2mm
51.2mm (rib area)
38.5mm
41.4mm (rib area)
52.7mm
19.8mm
18.3mm (rib area)
43.2mm
38.5mm
51.2mm (rib area)
TBlack ink cartridge
TColor ink cartridge
NOTE: Note that the Ink Cartridge
shape differs between Stylus
CX1500 and Stylus ME100.

EPSON Stylus CX1500/ME100 Revision A
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Specifications 17
1.2.2 Scanner specifications
This section covers specifications of the scanner.
1.2.2.1 Basic Specifications
VProduct type : Flatbed color image scanner
VScanning method : Scanning of fixed document with mobile scan head
VSensor : CIS
VMaximum scan area : 8.5" x 11.7" (216mm x 297mm)
VDocument sizes : A4 or US letter
VMax. effective pixels : 5,100 x 7,020pixels (600dpi)
VResolution
TMain scan : 600dpi
TSub scan : 1200dpi with Micro Step
VScanning resolution : 50 to 2400dpi (selectable in 1-dpi steps), 7200dpi,
9600dpi
VGradations (pixel depth) : Each color pixel has 16-bit input and either 1-bit or 8-
bit output.
VScanning speed : 600dpi
TColor : Approx. 15msec/line
TMonochrome : Approx. 5msec/line
VLight source : RGB Three Color LED
1.2.2.2 Detailed Specifications
VControl commands : ESC/I D7
VGamma correction : Two user-defined levels
1.2.2.3 Image scanning area
Figure 1-6. Image scanning area
Table 1-9. Image scanning area
RW
(readable width) OLM (out-of-range left margin) RL (readable length) OTM (out-of-range top margin)
216mm (8.5") 2.5mm ± 1mm 297mm (11.7") 2.5mm ± 1mm
a
Original's top left alignment position
First pixel
Scan direction
Original
(face down)
Scan bed
Scan area
RLOTM
RW
OLM

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Specifications 18
1.2.3 Common
1.2.3.1 Electric Specification
VPower input
Note : This product complies with the “Energy Star” standards.
VInsulation resistance
10MΩminimum (tested between AC line and chassis, test voltage: DC500V)
VDielectric strength
AC1500Vrms for one minute
1.2.3.2 Environmental Performance
Note *1: When packed for shipping
*2: No condensation
*3: Under the following conditions
Figure 1-7. Temperature/Humidity range
1.2.3.3 Durability
VTotal print life : 20,000 pages (A4), or 5 years (whichever comes first)
VPrint Head Life : 4 billion shots (per nozzle) or 5 years (whichever
comes first)
VScanner head : MCBF (18,000 cycles)
Table 1-10. Power input
100-120V model 220-240V model
Rated power supply voltage (ACV) 100 ~ 120 220 ~ 240
Input voltage range (ACV) 90 ~ 132 198 ~ 264
Rated current (A) 0.41 (Typ), 0.6 (Max) 0.24 (Typ), 0.35 (Max)
Rated frequency (Hz) 50 ~ 60
Input frequency range (Hz) 47 ~ 63 for rated input frequency 50 ~ 60
Power
consumption (W)
Standby 4.2 (Typ), 5 (Max) 4.6 (Typ), 5 (Max)
Idle 7.5 (Typ), 8 (Max) 8 (Typ), 8.5 (Max)
Scanning 11.5 (Typ), 12 (Max) 12.0 (Typ), 12.5 (Max)
Printing
• 14.5 (Text Black Plain
Paper) (Typ)
• 27 (Draft Color Plain
Paper) (Max)
• 15.2 (Text Black Plain
Paper) (Typ)
• 27.0 (Draft Color Plain
Paper) (Max)
Copying
• 17.0 (Normal BK Mode)
(Typ)
• 32.5 (Draft BK Mode)
(Max)
• 17.5 (Normal BK Mode)
(Typ)
• 32.5 (Draft BK Mode)
(Max)
Table 1-11. Environmental Performance
Condition Temperature Humidity *2Impact Vibration
Operating 10 ~ 35°C *320 ~80% *31G,
1 x 10-3 seconds 1.5G
Not operating *1-20 ~60°C 5~85% 2G,
2 x 10-3 seconds 1.5G
10 27 30 35 40
20
Temperature (°C)
20
30
40
50
90
80
70
60
Humidity (%)

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Specifications 19
1.2.3.4 Safety Standards/EMC/CE Marking
TCSA108.8 Class B
TUL CSA C22.2 No.60950
TUL60950 / CSA C22.2No.60950
TCCC
TIEC60950
TKorea EMC
TKorea
TSingapore safety standard/SS Mark
TTUV-S Argentina safety
TFCC15B Class B
TCE
• EN55022 (CISPR Pub22) Class B
• EN61000-3-2
• EN61000-3-3
• EN55024
TEPSR
TC-TICK-ASINZS 3548 Class B
TNOM
TCNS13438 Class B
1.2.3.5 Acoustic Noise
VNoise level
48.5dB (approx.) (according to ISO7779 when for copying)

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Interface 20
1.3 Interface
The EPSON Stylus CX1500/ME100 provides the following interface.
1.3.1 USB Interface
VStandards
T“Universal Serial Bus Specifications Revision 2.0”
T“Universal Serial Bus Device Class Definition for Printing Devices Version
1.1” (printer unit)
T“Universal Serial Bus Mass Storage Class Bulk-Only Transport Revision 1.0”
(storage unit)
VTransfer rate : 12Mbps (Full Speed Device)
VData format : NRZI
VCompatible connector : USB Series B
VRecommended cable length : 2 [m] or less
VDevice ID
.
VConnector signal layout
Figure 1-8. USB pin Assignment
VProduct ID: 0x081
VEndpoint attribute
Table 1-12. Device ID
Model
Name Device ID Model Name Device ID
Stylus
CX1500
@EJL[SP]ID[CR][LF];
MFG:EPSON;
CMD:ESCPL2,BDC;
MDL:Stylus[SP]CX1500;
CLS:PRINTER;
DES:EPSON[SP]Stylus[SP]CX1500;
[FF]
ME100
@EJL[SP]ID[CR][LF];
MFG:EPSON;
CMD:ESCPL2,BDC;
MDL:ME[SP]100;
CLS:PRINTER;
DES:EPSON[SP]ME[SP]100;
[FF]
Table 1-13. Connector pin assignment and signals
Pin No. Signal name I/O Function description
1 VCC - Cable power. Max. power consumption is 2mA.
2-Data Bi-D Data
3 +Data Bi-D Data, pull up to +3.3V via 1.5K ohm resistor.
4Ground -Cable ground
Table 1-14. Endpoint attribute
Endpoint Address Endpoint Type Linked Interface
0x01 Bulk In Scanner
0x02 Bulk Out
0x03 Bulk In Printer
0x04 Bulk Out
Pin #1
Pin #3
Pin #2
Pin #4