Epson Stylus Photo RX700 Series User manual

EPSON StylusPhotoRX700
Scanner•Printer•Copier
SERVICE MANUAL "ECOS"
SEMF05001

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Copyright © 2004 SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
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(Printer Technical Support Grp.)
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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 INJURIES 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. DO NOT REPLACE IMPERFECTLY FUNCTIONING COMPONENTS WITH COMPONENTS WHICH ARE NOT MANUFACTURED BY EPSON. IF SECOND SOURCE IC OR
OTHER COMPONENTS WHICH HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED ARE USED, THEY COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE EPSON PRODUCT, OR COULD VOID THE
WARRANTY OFFERED BY EPSON.

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.
APPENDIX Provides the following additional information for reference:
• Connection with Connectors
• Circuit Boards Component Layout
• 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 is necessary to keep the product’s quality.
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.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or
condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in injury or loss
of life.
W ARNING
CHECK
P O I N T
C A U T I O N
A D J U S T M E N T
R E Q U I R E D

Revision Status
Revision Date of Issue Description
A May 9, 2005 First Release
B June16, 2005 Revised the following.
"Ink Cartridges" on page -15: Changed the description of print capacity and checkpoint.
"Adjustment Items" on page -134: The remained Japanese has been translated.

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CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Product Description
1.1 Overview ............................................................................................................ 10
1.1.1 Printer and PC Printing ............................................................................. 10
1.1.2 Scanner and Scanning Functions .............................................................. 11
1.1.3 Copy Functions ......................................................................................... 12
1.1.4 Interfaces ................................................................................................... 13
1.1.5 USB Host Functions ................................................................................. 13
1.1.6 LCD Function ........................................................................................... 13
1.2 Common Specifications .................................................................................... 14
1.2.1 Electrical Specifications ........................................................................... 14
1.2.2 Environmental Resistance ........................................................................ 14
1.2.3 Durability .................................................................................................. 15
1.2.4 Noise ......................................................................................................... 15
1.2.5 Weight and Shape ..................................................................................... 15
1.2.6 Ink Cartridges ........................................................................................... 15
1.3 Special Operations ............................................................................................ 16
1.3.1 Operation for Forced Power Off ............................................................... 16
Chapter 2 Operating Principles
2.1 Overview ............................................................................................................ 18
2.1.1 Mechanical Components .......................................................................... 18
2.1.2 Motors and Sensors ................................................................................... 19
2.2 Mechanism Operating Principles .................................................................... 21
2.2.1 Printhead ................................................................................................... 21
2.2.2 Carriage Mechanism ................................................................................. 22
2.2.2.1 CR Motor Specifications .................................................................. 22
2.2.2.2 PW Sensor ......................................................................................... 22
2.2.3 APG Mechanism ....................................................................................... 23
2.2.3.1 APG Motor Specifications ................................................................ 23
2.2.3.2 APG Sensor ....................................................................................... 23
2.2.3.3 APG Driving Transmission ............................................................... 24
2.2.3.4 Driving Specifications ....................................................................... 25
2.2.4 Paper Feed Mechanism ............................................................................. 26
2.2.4.1 PF Motor Specifications .................................................................... 26
2.2.4.2 PF Encoder ........................................................................................ 26
2.2.4.3 PE Detector ....................................................................................... 27
2.2.4.4 Transmission Path of Driving Force for Paper Feed ......................... 27
2.2.5 CD-R Mechanism ..................................................................................... 28
2.2.5.1 CD-R Sensor 1 (for Guide) ............................................................... 28
2.2.5.2 CD-R Sensor 2 (for Tray) .................................................................. 28
2.2.5.3 CD-R Mechanism Explanation ......................................................... 29
2.2.6 Paper Loading Mechanism ....................................................................... 30
2.2.6.1 ASF Motor ......................................................................................... 30
2.2.6.2 Cover Tray Detector .......................................................................... 30
2.2.6.3 Transmission Path of Driving Force for the Paper Loading Mechanism
31
2.2.7 Outline of Paper Path ................................................................................ 34
2.2.8 Ink Supply System .................................................................................... 36
2.2.8.1 I/C Cover Opening/Closing Switch ................................................... 36
2.2.8.2 Self-closing Valve ............................................................................. 37
2.2.9 Pressure Pump Mechanism ....................................................................... 38
2.2.9.1 Pressure Pump Motor ........................................................................ 38
2.2.9.2 Pressure Sensor ................................................................................. 38
2.2.9.3 Pump HP Sensor ................................................................................ 39
2.2.9.4 Driving Specifications ....................................................................... 39
2.2.10 Ink System .............................................................................................. 40
2.2.10.1 Pump Motor ..................................................................................... 40
2.2.10.2 Ink System Driving Conditions ....................................................... 40
2.2.11 Scanner Unit ........................................................................................... 41
2.2.11.1 CR Motor ......................................................................................... 42
2.2.11.2 HP Sensor ........................................................................................ 42
2.3 Operating Principles of Electric Circuitry ..................................................... 43
2.3.1 Overview .................................................................................................. 43

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2.3.2 Features ..................................................................................................... 43
2.3.3 Main Board ............................................................................................... 44
2.3.3.1 Outline of the Main Board ................................................................. 44
2.3.3.2 Environmental Conditions ................................................................. 44
2.3.3.3 Power Supply Specifications ............................................................. 44
2.3.3.4 Main Board Circuit Configuration (Printer and Common Section) .. 45
2.3.3.5 Main Board Circuit Configuration (Card Section) ............................ 46
2.3.3.6 Main Board Circuit Configuration (Scanner Section) ....................... 47
2.3.4 Panel Board ............................................................................................... 47
2.3.5 Power Supply Board ................................................................................. 48
2.3.5.1 Circuit Constitution ........................................................................... 48
2.3.5.2 Input and Output Specifications ........................................................ 48
2.3.5.3 General Specifications ....................................................................... 50
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting
3.1 Overview ............................................................................................................ 52
3.1.1 Specified Tools ......................................................................................... 52
3.1.2 Preliminary Checks ................................................................................... 52
3.1.3 Procedure for Troubleshooting ................................................................. 53
3.1.4 Error List ................................................................................................... 54
3.1.5 Warning List ............................................................................................. 57
3.1.6 FATAL Error ............................................................................................ 59
3.2 Troubleshooting for Printer ............................................................................ 65
3.3 Power Supply Related Troubleshooting ......................................................... 69
3.4 Ink Supply Related Troubleshooting .............................................................. 70
3.5 I/F Related Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 72
3.6 Troubleshooting for Scanner ........................................................................... 73
3.7 Troubleshooting for Motors and Sensors ............................................... 75
Chapter 4 Disassembly and Assembly
4.1 Overview ............................................................................................................ 77
4.1.1 Precautions ................................................................................................ 77
4.1.2 Tools ......................................................................................................... 78
4.1.3 Preparation before Disassembly ............................................................... 78
4.1.4 Disassembly and Reassembly Procedure .................................................. 79
4.2 Removal of Exterior Parts ............................................................................... 80
4.2.1 Panel Assy ................................................................................................ 80
4.2.1.1 LCD Assy .......................................................................................... 81
4.2.1.2 Disassembly of LCD Assy ................................................................ 81
4.2.1.3 Disassembly of Panel Assy ............................................................... 82
4.2.2 Scanner Unit ............................................................................................. 83
4.2.3 Pressure Pump Assy ................................................................................. 85
4.2.4 Main Board Unit ....................................................................................... 86
4.2.5 Middle Housing ........................................................................................ 88
4.2.6 Linear Scale .............................................................................................. 91
4.2.7 Printhead ................................................................................................... 92
4.2.8 Valve Assy (Including Ink Tube Assy) .................................................... 94
4.3 Disassembly of Scanner Unit ........................................................................... 96
4.3.1 Disassembly Procedure for Scanner Unit ................................................. 96
4.3.2 Scanner Housing ....................................................................................... 97
4.3.3 HP Board .................................................................................................. 98
4.3.4 Carriage Cover Assy ................................................................................. 98
4.3.5 CR Motor Unit .......................................................................................... 99
4.3.6 CCD Unit (Carriage Unit Assy) ............................................................. 100
4.3.7 Disassembly of TPU Assy ...................................................................... 101
4.4 Disassembly and Assembly of Major Parts of Printer ................................ 102
4.4.1 ASF Rear Assy ....................................................................................... 103
4.4.2 I/C Holder Assy ...................................................................................... 105
4.4.3 Waste Ink Pads (I/C Holder Assy) ......................................................... 106
4.4.4 Printer Mechanism .................................................................................. 107
4.4.5 Power Supply Board ............................................................................... 109
4.4.6 Waste Ink Pads (Lower Case) ................................................................ 110
4.4.7 APG Assy ............................................................................................... 111
4.4.8 Ink System Assy ..................................................................................... 112
4.4.9 ASF Drive Assy ...................................................................................... 113
4.4.10 Rear Paper Guide Assy ......................................................................... 114
4.4.11 CR Motor .............................................................................................. 115
4.4.12 Carriage Assy ....................................................................................... 116
4.4.12.1 Assembly of Carriage Assy ........................................................... 117
4.4.12.2 Disassembly of Carriage Assy ...................................................... 118
4.4.13 Paper Guide Front Assy (Platen) .......................................................... 119
4.4.14 Waste Ink Pads (Platen Area) ............................................................... 120
4.4.15 Release Assy ......................................................................................... 121
4.4.16 PE Sensor Assy ..................................................................................... 122
4.4.17 Upper Paper Guides .............................................................................. 123

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4.4.18 Idle Roller Shaft Assy ........................................................................... 124
4.4.19 PF Motor ............................................................................................... 125
4.4.20 PF Roller Assy & PF Encoder Assy ..................................................... 126
4.4.21 CD-R Guide Assy ................................................................................. 127
4.4.21.1 Assembly of CD-R Guide Assy .................................................... 128
4.4.21.2 Checking of CD-R Guide Assy ..................................................... 129
4.4.22 EJ Frame Assy ...................................................................................... 130
4.4.22.1 Assembly of EJ Frame Assy ......................................................... 131
4.4.22.2 Checking of EJ Frame Assy .......................................................... 131
4.4.23 ASF Pick Up Shaft Assy ....................................................................... 132
Chapter 5 Adjustment
5.1 Overview .......................................................................................................... 134
5.1.1 Adjustment Items .................................................................................... 134
5.2 Mechanical Adjustment ................................................................................. 135
5.2.1 PG Adjustment ........................................................................................ 135
5.2.2 PF Belt Tension Adjustment ................................................................... 138
5.2.3 FD Belt Tension Adjustment .................................................................. 139
5.3 Adjustments by Adjustment Program .......................................................... 140
5.3.1 Overview ................................................................................................. 140
5.3.2 Starting the Adjustment Program ..................................................... 141
5.4 Scanner Home Position Adjustment ............................................................. 142
5.4.1 Overview ................................................................................................. 142
5.4.2 Preparations for Use of the Adjustment Program ................................... 142
5.4.3 Home Position Adjustment Procedure .................................................... 143
5.4.4 Home Position Confirmation Procedure ................................................. 144
5.5 Uploading Firmware ...................................................................................... 145
5.5.1 Overview ................................................................................................. 145
5.5.2 Upload Procedure ................................................................................... 145
Chapter 6 Maintenance
6.1 Overview .......................................................................................................... 147
6.1.1 Maintenance Error .................................................................................. 147
6.1.1.1 Maintenance counters ...................................................................... 148
6.1.1.2 Waste Ink Absorption Capacity ...................................................... 149
6.1.2 Consumables and Regular Replacement Parts ....................................... 149
6.2 Cleaning ........................................................................................................... 150
6.3 Lubrication ...................................................................................................... 151
6.3.1 Designated Lubricant .............................................................................. 151
6.3.2 Lubrication Points ................................................................................... 151
Chapter 7 Appendix
7.1 Connectors ...................................................................................................... 164
7.1.1 Connector Assignments .......................................................................... 164
7.1.2 Pin Assignment ....................................................................................... 165
7.2 Component Layout ......................................................................................... 172
7.3 Electric Circuit Diagrams .............................................................................. 174
7.4 Exploded Diagrams ........................................................................................ 184
7.5 ASP Reference List ......................................................................................... 198

CHAPTER
1
PRODUCTDESCRIPTION

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1.1 Overview
Stylus Photo RX700, incorporating a color inkjet printer, image scanner and memory
card slot, is provided with the following functions.
Printing: The product works as a PC printer as well as a standalone printer
that directly prints image data in the memory card inserted to the
card slot.
And the product works as a CD-R/DVD±R printing.
Image scanning: The product works as a PC image scanner. It can also save
acquired image to the memory card inserted to the memory card
slot of the product.
A film scanning function with the TPU (transparency unit) is
available as a standard feature.
Copying: The product works as a standalone copier.
Memory card slot:
The memory card slot can be used as a USB memory card slot
for a PC.
Color LCD: The color LCD is incorporated as a standard component for easy
operation.
USB Host: Data in storage devices can be printed.
Memory card information can be backed up into a storage
device.
Bluetooth or IrDA wireless connection is available as an
optional feature.
1.1.1 Printer and PC Printing
Basic specifications
Paper inputs
Note “*”: Paper thickness = 0.1mm
Table 1-1. Printer Basic Specifications
Items Specifications
Print Head
Type F-Mach
Number of nozzles Black : 180
Color : 180 x 5
Number of inks 6 colors
Colors of inks Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Light-Cyan, Light-Magenta
Type of ink Black & Color: HQ4
Maximum print resolution 5760 x 1440 dpi
Minimum size of dot 1.5 pl
Other functions and goals Preferred Color
BorderFree printing
Silent paper loading
Double paper path
Sensor for paper width
Table 1-2. Paper Loading Specifications
Items Specifications
Auto Sheet Feeder Type New design
Front in Front out: Plain Paper, A4 (Euro) only,
Letter (EAI) only
Top in Front out: All type paper, thicker Paper)
Capacity* Front ASF: Plain paper: 150 sheets
Top ASF: Plain paper: 120 sheets
PGPP: 20 sheets
Other paper inputs CD-R/DVD±R (with CD Try)

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1.1.2 Scanner and Scanning Functions
Basic specifications
TPU
Scanning speed
PC scanner
Standalone scanner (Reflective document)
Standalone scanner (Transparency)
Items Specifications
Type Flat bed
Scan method Scanning head moving with the document fixed
Sensor Alternative 6 line color CCD
Maximum scanning size A4, US Letter
Scanning area 216 mm x 297 mm
Output resolution Main: 3200 dpi
Sub: 6400 dpi
Maximum effective pixels 27200 x 37440 pixels (3200 dpi)
Pixel depth 16-bit input and output for each pixel and each color
Light source White cold cathode fluorescent lamp
Items Specifications
Maximum document size 48 mm x 240.42 mm
Maximum number of original Strip 6 pictures
Slide 4 pictures
Film type 35 mm Color/Mono Negative Film
35 mm Color Positive Film
Items Specifications
Scanning speed Mono: 4.0 ms/line (600 dpi) 25.6 ms/line (3200 dpi)
Gray: 4.0 ms/line (600 dpi) 25.6 ms/line (3200 dpi)
Full Color: 4.0 ms/line (600 dpi) 25.6 ms/line (3200 dpi)
Items Specifications
Interface USB 2.0 High Speed
Command level FS-D (TBD)
Scanning resolution 50 ~ 6400 dpi (selectable in 1-dpi steps), 9600dpi,
12800dpi
Gamma correction User setting: 2 levels
Special function The following software can be run and scanning operation
can be started by operation on the panel.:
Scan to E-mail
Scan to PC
Items Specifications
Function Saving the acquired image from the scanner to a memory
card inserted in the memory card slot of the product
Supported memory card All the specified memory cards
Scanning area A4/Letter (maximum)
Auto crop
Document optimization Document
Photo
File format JPEG (Fixed compression ratio)
File/directory naming Automatic
Items Specifications
Function Saving the acquired image from the scanner to a memory
card inserted in the memory card slot of the product
Supported memory card All the specified memory cards
Scanning area TPU
Document optimization Automatic
File format JPEG (Fixed compression ratio)
File/directory naming Automatic

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1.1.3 Copy Functions
Supported papers
Functions available
Table 1-3. Supported Papers for Copy Function
EUR US
Paper Type Paper Size Paper Type Paper Size
Plain (Rear)
Plain (Front)
(Plain paper)
BrightWhite
A4 Plain (Rear) Plain (Front)
(Plain paper) Letter
Matte
(Matte Paper Heavy
Weight)
PQIJ
A4 Matte
(Matte Paper Heavy
Weight)
8x10
Letter
GlossyPhoto
Photo_Paper 10x15 cm (4x6 in) A4 GlossyPhoto 4x6 Letter
Prem.Glossy
(Premium Photo papers)
(PGPP)
10x15 cm (4x6 in)
A4
Prem.Glossy
(Premium Photo papers)
(PGPP)
4x6
5x7
8x10
Letter
SemiGloss 10x15 cm (4x6 in)
A4 SemiGloss Prem.Luster Letter
Photo Stickers A6 – –
Iron On
(Iron-on cool peal Tranfer
paper) A4 Iron On
(Iron-oncool peal Tranfer
paper) Letter
CD-R/DVD-R Label CD Label (12 cm) CD-R/DVD-R
Label CD Label (12 cm)
Table 1-4. Functions Available
Copy Function Summary
Standard copy General purpose copy mode with 3 mm margins
BorderFree copy BorderFree copying suited for making a copy of photo.
Small margins copy (Only EHC) Wider printable area provides real copy output.
Repeat copy Provided with Auto, 4, 9, 16 and Wallet that makes multiple
small copy images on one sheet.
Poster copy (Only EHC) Enlarges an image and copies by dividing into 4, 9 or 16.
N up copy Copies 2 or 4 original sheets into one sheet by shrinking and
layouting them.
Mirror copy (Only EHC) Prints on the Iron-On Print paper.
Wallet Photo copy (EAI only) Prints to Wallet Photo size.
CD to CD copy Prints to CD size.
Photo Stickers (Only EHC, Euro) Prints on the Photo Stickers Paper.

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1.1.4 Interfaces
PC Interface: USB 2.0 High Speed
Outside Interface: USB 1.1 Host
TPU Interface: 8pin MINI DIN
Memory Card Slots:
1.1.5 USB Host Functions
Printing function
Back Up function
Wireless function
1.1.6 LCD Function
Table 1-5. Memory Card Slots
Priority Slot Support Memory Card
1 CF Type II Compact Flash (Memory card only)
MicroDrive
2 Smart Media Smart Media (max : 128MB)
xD-Picture card xD-Picture card
3 Memory Stick Memory Stick
(max : 128MB, copy protection function is not supported)
MagicGate Memory Stick
(max : 128MB, copy protection function is not supported)
Memory Stick PRO (copy protection function is not supported)
Memory Stick Duo (Adapter required)
Memory Stick Pro Duo (Adapter required)
SD/MMC SD (Secure Digital)
MiniSD (Adapter required)
Multi Media Card
RS-MMC (Adapter required)
Table 1-6. Printing Function Specifications
Items Specifications
Function Printing image data from another device through the USB Host I/F.
Interface USB 1.1
Support device USB DP, PictBrige, CD-R/DVD±R drive, MO drive, Zip drive,
USB Flash memory
Table 1-7. Backup Function Specifications
Items Specifications
Function Storing image data from memory card to storage drive through the USB
Host I/F.
Interface USB 1.1 Host I/F
Support device CD-R/DVD-R drive, MO drive, Zip drive
Table 1-8. Wireless Function Specifications
Items Specifications
Function Wireless printing from another device. (DSC etc.)
Support standard Bluetooth : Attach the Bluetooth adapter in the USB Host I/F.
(Optional)
Wireless LAN : Attach the Tellurium to the USB2.0 FS I/F.
(Optional)
Table 1-9. LCD Function Specifications
Items Specifications
Function Displaying the information for control
Support Select the functions
Viewer
Slide show
Screen save
Others angle adjustment

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1.2 Common Specifications
1.2.1 Electrical Specifications
Primary power input
Note 1: This product complies with the “Energy Star” standards.
2: If the printer is not operated at all for at least 5 minutes, the standby function reduces
the current to the motor to save power.
3: If the scanner is not operated at all for at least 15 minutes, the standby function reduces
the current to the motor to save power.
Insulation resistance:
10 MΩminimum (tested between AC line and chassis, test voltage: DC 500 V)
Dielectric strength:
AC 1000 Vrms for one minute or AC 1200 Vrms for one second
Safety Standards/EMC:
VCCI class B
Guideline for the Suppression of Harmonics in Household and General-Use
Equipment
Other Model-dependent Specifications: None.
1.2.2 Environmental Resistance
Note “*1”:When packed for shipping.
“*2”:No condensation
“*3”:Under the following conditions
Figure 1-1. Environmental Conditions
Table 1-10. Primary Power Input Specifications
100-120 V Model 220-240 V Model
Rated power supply voltage
(ACV) 100-120 220-240
Input voltage range (ACV) 90 ~ 132 198 ~ 240
Rated current (A) 0.8 A (max. 1.1 A) 0.4 A (max. 0.55 A)
Rated frequency (Hz) 50 ~ 60
Input frequency range (Hz) 49.5 ~ 60.5
Power consumption (W)
Approx. 25 W
(Standalone copying,
ISO10561 Letter Patter,
Plain Paper–A4 Text)
Approx. 25 W
(Standalone copying,
ISO10561 Letter Patter,
Plain Paper–A4 Text)
Approx. 12.5 W
(Low-power Mode) Approx. 12.5 W (Low-power Mode)
Approx. 2.5 W (Sleep Mode) Approx. 2.5 W (Sleep Mode)
Approx. 0.2 W
(Power Off Mode) Approx. 0.4 W (Power Off Mode)
Table 1-11. Environment Resistance Specifications
Item Operation Mode Non-operation Mode
Temperature 10 ~ 35°C *3-20 ~ 60°C *1
1 month when at 40°C
120 hours when at 60°C
Humidity 20 ~ 80%, RH *2, *35 ~ 85%, RH *1, *2
Impact 1 G, 1 x 10-3 seconds 2 G, 2 x 10-3 seconds *1
Vibration 0.15G 0.50G *1
CHECK
P O I N T For storage, make sure that the printhead is capped and ink
cartridges are left mounted.

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1.2.3 Durability
Total print life : 25,000 pages (black only, A4),
or 10,000 color pages (A4)
or 5 years (whichever comes first)
Print head life : 6 million shots (per nozzle)
or 5 years (whichever comes first)
Scanner head MCBF : 36,000 cycles
1.2.4 Noise
Noise level : max 46 dB (approx.)
(according to ISO7779 when copying)
1.2.5 Weight and Shape
Weight : 12.9 kg (Excluding the ink cartridges and CD-R tray)
External dimensions (W x D x H):
Storage : 450 mm x 418 mm x 236 mm
Operation : 450 mm x 563.8 mm x 363 mm
Figure 1-2. External View
1.2.6 Ink Cartridges
Type : Each-color separate ink cartridge
Print capacity (in pages)
Black:600pages/A4 (360dpi, 3.5% duty)
Color:450pages/A4 (360dpi, 5% duty each color)
Effective period: 6 months after unpacking; 2 years in total including 6 months
after unpacking
Storage temperature
Dimensions : 42 mm (W) x 83 mm (D) x 13 mm (H)
Weight
Refilled ink amount : 16.4+/-0.5g
Effective ink amount : 14.4 g or more
(25% duty continuous printing at room temperature)
Remaining ink amount: 1.5 g or less
Status Temperature Remarks
Installed -20°C ~ 40°C Within a month at 40°C.
An acceptable change in temperature is 45°C
or less within this range.
Packing storage -30°C ~ 40°C Within a month at 40°C
CHECK
P O I N T
The ink in the ink cartridges freezes if left in an environment of
-16°C or below. It takes approximately 3 hours before the ink
can be used, if frozen ink is moved from an environment of -
20°C to that of 25°C, for example.

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1.3 Special Operations
With Stylus Photo RX700, the special operation modes described below are available
by turning the power on with the specified buttons held down.
1.3.1 Operation for Forced Power Off Figure 1-3. Operation Panel
CHECK
P O I N T The functions described below, intended for use by service
personnel, must not be opened to users.
Table 1-12. Operation for Forced Power Off
Switches Function
Power + Stop
(Press Power SW first, and press
both switches for more than seven
seconds)
Turning the power off forcibly (processing
equivalent to power down)

CHAPTER
2
OPERATINGPRINCIPLES

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2.1 Overview
This Chapter describes the operating principles of the mechanism and electric circuits
of Stylus Photo RX700.
2.1.1 Mechanical Components
The printer of Stylus Photo RX700 consists of the following major mechanisms:
Printhead (p.21)
Carriage Mechanism (p.22)
APG Mechanism (p.23)
Paper Feed Mechanism (p.26)
CD-R Mechanism (p.28)
Paper Loading Mechanism (p.30)
Ink Supply System (p.36)
Pressure Pump Mechanism (p.38)
Ink System (p.40)
In addition to the mechanisms mentioned above, the following mechanisms and circuit
boards constitute Stylus Photo RX700:
Scanner Unit (p.41)
Main Board (p.44)
Panel Board (p.47)
Power Supply Board (p.48)
Figure 2-1. Schematic Printer Mechanism
CR Motor
CR Guide Shaft CR Belt
Ink System Assy
PF Motor
PF Encoder Encoder Scale
CR Encoder
ASF Rear Assy
ASF Motor
Paper Eject Roller
E/J Assy
Printhead
CR Assy
Encoder Scale
APG Assy
Rear Paper
Guide Assy
PE Sensor

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2.1.2 Motors and Sensors
Printer
(Continued to next page)
Figure 2-2. Motors and Sensors (Front Side of Mechanism)
Figure 2-3. Motors and Sensors (Rear Side of Mechanism)
No. Name Type Voltage Fig.No
A CR Motor DC motor 42VDC±5% Figure 2-2
BAPG Motor DC motor 42VDC±5% Figure 2-3
C PF Motor DC motor 42VDC±5% Figure 2-3
DASF Motor 4-phase 48-pole PM type
stepping motor 42VDC±5% Figure 2-2
E Ink Supply System Pressure Motor DC motor (2-core, white) 3.3VDC±5% Figure 2-4
FPump Motor 4-phase 48-pole PM type
stepping motor 42VDC±5% Figure 2-2
1PTS Detector (CR Encoder) Linear encoder 3.3VDC±5% Figure 2-2
2 Ink Cartridge Detector (CSIC) CSIC
3Paper Width Detector (PW
Detector) Reflective photo interrupter 3.3VDC±5% Figure 2-2
4 APG Detector 1 (Position) Transmissive-type photo-
interrupter 3.3VDC±5% Figure 2-3
5PF Encoder Linear encoder 3.3VDC±5% Figure 2-3
6 PE Detector Transmissive-type photo-
interrupter 3.3VDC±5% Figure 2-3
7Cover Tray Detector (2-core, yellow) 3.3VDC±5% Figure 2-2
8 CD-R Sensor 1 (for Guide) Mechanical contact (2-core,
black) 3.3VDC±5% Figure 2-3
9CD-R Sensor 2 (for Tray) Mechanical contact (2-core,
blue) 3.3VDC±5% Figure 2-3
10 I/C Cover Opening/Closing
Switch Mechanical contacts x2 3.3VDC±5% Figure 2-4
11 Ink Supply System Pressure
Sensor Transmissive-type photo- interrupter 3.3VDC±5% Figure 2-4
12 Ink Supply System Pressure Assy
Detector Mechanical contact 3.3VDC±5% Figure 2-4
A
FD
7
1
3
B
C4
8
5
9
6

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Scanner Unit Figure 2-4. Motors and Sensors (Printer Housing)
Figure 2-5. Motors and Sensors (Scanner Unit)
No. Name Type Voltage Fig.No
S1 Scanner CR Motor 4-phase 200-pole HB stepping
motor 42VDC±5% Figure 2-5
S2 Scanner Home Detector Transmissive‑type photo-
interrupter 3.3VDC±5% Figure 2-5
10
10
12 11
E
S1
S2 Carriage Unit Assy