Epson ActionLaser 1300 EPL-3000 User manual

EPSON TERM NAL PR NTER
EPL-3000
ActionLaser 1300
SERVICE MANUAL
EPSON

NOTICE
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SEIKO EPSON’s express written permission is forbidden.
The contents of this manual are subjects to change without notice.
All efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this manual. However, should
any errors be detected, SEIKO EPSON would greatly appreciate being informed of them.
The above notwithstanding SEIKO EPSON can assume no responsibility for any errors in this
manual or the consequence thereof.
Epson is registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identication purposes only and maybe
trademarks of their respective campanies.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
This printer is a page printer which operates by means of a laser. There is no possibility of danger from
the laser, provided the printer is operated according to the instructions in this manual provided.
Since radiation emitted by the laser is completely confined within protective housings, the laser beam
cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user operation.
For United States Users;
[Laser Safety]
This printer is certified as a Class 1 Laser product under the U.S. Department of Health
and Human Services
(DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radia-
tion Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968. This means that the printer does not
produce hazardous laser radiation.
[CDRH Regulations]
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health
(CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2,1976. Compli-
ance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States. The label shown below
indicates compliance with the CDRH regulations and must be attached to laser products
marketed in the United States.
WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other
thanthosespecified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposurel
[Internal Laser Radiation]
Maximum Radiation Power: 3.025 X
1OA (W)
Wave Length: 780
*20 nm
This is a Class IIIb Laser Diode Assay that has an invisible laser beam. The print head
unit is NOT A FIELD SERVICE ITEM. Therefore, the print head unit should not be
opened under any circumstances.
For Other Countries Users;
WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
This is a semiconductor laser. The maximum power of the laser diode is 3.025
x 104 W and the wavelength is 780
f 20 nm.
For Denmark Usem;
ADVARSEL
Usynlig laserstr~ling ved iibning, ni% sikkerhedsafbrydere er ude af funktion.
Undgi?i udszttelse for strtiling.
Klasse 1 laser produkt der opfylder
IEC825 sikkerheds kravene.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
This printer is a page printer which operates by means of a laser. There is no possibility of danger from
the laser, provided the printer is operated according to the instructions in this manual provided.
Since radiation emitted by the laser is completely confined within protective housings, the laser beam
cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user operation.
For United Slates Users;
[Laser Safety]
This printer is certified as a Class 1 Laser prcduct under the U.S. Department of Health
and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Perfo
rmance Standard according to the Radia-
tion Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968. This means that the printer does not
produce hazardous laser radiation.
[CDRH Regulations]
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health
(CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2,1976. Compli-
ance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States. The
label shown below
indicates compliance with the CDRH regulations and must be attached tolaserproducts
marketed in the United States.
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WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments or performan ceof procedures othe
1 thanthosesoecified in this manual mav result inhaardous radiation exDosure
[Internal Laser Radiation]
Maximum Radiation Power: 3.025X 104 (w)
Wave Length:
780 + 20nm
This is a Class IIIb Laser Diode &say that has. an invisible laser beam. The print head
unit is NOT A FIELD SERVICE ITEM. Therefore, the print head unit should not be
opened under any circumstances.
For Other Coun&ks Users;
WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments or perforrnance of procedures other
thanthosespeci
“fied in this manual may result in hazardous radiationexposurel
This is a semiconductor laser. The maximum power of the laser diode is 3.(X#
x 104 Wand the wavelength
is 780 f 20 nm.
For Denmark Usem;
ADVARSEL
Usynlig laserstdling ved &mins &r sikkerhedsafbrydere er ude af funktion.
Undgi% udszettelse for str?ding.
Klasse 1 laser produkt der opfylder IEC825 sikkerheds kravene.
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For Finland, Sweden Users;
VAROITUS
Laitteen
kiiyttaminen muulla kuin tiissii lciiyttoohjeessa mainitulla tavalla saat-
taa altistaa kayttajan turvallisuusluokan 1 ylittavalle nakymattomalle
lasersateiylle.
VARNING
Om apparaten
anviinds pa annat satt an i denna bruksanvisning specificerats,
kan
anviindaren utsattas for osynlig laserstriNnin& som overskrider gransen
for laser klass 1.
For Finland, Sweden Service People
VAROITUS
Avattaessa ja suojalukitus ohitettaessa olet
alttiina nakymattorrkille laser-
sateilylle. Ala katso sateeseen.
VARNING
Osynlig laserstrNning niir denna del ar oppnad och sparren ar urkopplad.
Betrakta ej stri?den.
For Norway Users;
ADVARSEL
Dersom apparatet brukes
pii annen rni%e em spesifisert i denne bruksan-
visning, kan brukeren utsettes for unsynlig laserstr~ling som overskrider
grensen for laser klasse 1.
Dette er en halvleder laser. Maksimal effeckt
til laserdiode er 3.025 x 10-4 W
og bolgelengde er 780 * 20 nm.
Laser Safety Labels
[Label on rear printer case]
A laser safety labels is attached on the outside of the printer shown below.
For United State
This laser product conferms to the
applicable requirement of 21 CFR
Chapter 1, subchapter J.
SEIKO EPSON CORP.
Hirooka Office
80 Hirooka, Shiojiri-shi, Nagano-ken,
JAPAN
MANUFACTURED:
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For Europa
[Lsbel inside printer]
The following laser safety label will be attached inside the printer as shown below.
For Danmark, Finland, Swadan, and Norway
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EXPOSURE TO BEAM
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GE6FFNET NICNT DEM STRA~L AUSSSTZEN
AOYARSEL-USYNLIG LASERSTRiLlffi NAR OEKSEL hJES U*
EKSPONERING FOR STRdLEN
VARO ! AVATTAESSA
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LASERSATEILYLLE ALA KATSO S.ATEESEEN
AOVARSEL-USYNIJG LASERSTtiLING VED ABNING UNDG/i
uD.9ETTELSE FOR STf7ALlNG
VARNING- OSYNLIG LASERSTRiLNING NAR OENNA OEL h I%WAD
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PREFACE
This manual describes functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations, maintenance, and repair
of EPL-3000/ActionLaser 1300.
The instructions and procedures included herein are intended for the experience repair technician, and
attention should be given to the precautions on the preceding page. The chapters are
organizd as
follows:
CHAPTER 1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Provides a general product overview, lists speeitications, and illustrates the main components of the printer.
CHAPTER 2. OPERATING PRINCIPLES
Describes the theory of printer operation.
CHAPTER 3. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
Includes a step-by-step guide for product disassembly and assembly.
CHAPTER 4. ADJUSTMENT
Includes a step-by-step guide for adjustmen~
CHAPTER 5. TROUBLESHOOTING
Provides Epson-approved techniques for adjustment.
CHAPTER 6. MAINTENANCE
Describes preventive maintenance techniques and lists lubricants and adhesives required to service the equipment.
APPENDIX
Describes connector pin assignments, circuit diagrams, circuit board component layout and exploded diagram.
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1.
CHAPTER 2.
CHAPTER 3.
CHAPTER 4.
CHAPTER 5.
CHAPTER 6.
APPENDIX
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
OPERATING PRINCIPLES
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
ADJUSTMENT
TROUBLESHOOTING
MAINTENANCE
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Chapter 1
General Description
Table of Contents
1.1 FEATURES
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1.2 SPECIFICATIONS
1-3
1.2.1
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1.2.2
1.2.3
1.2.4
1.2.5
1.2.6
1.2.7
1.2.8
1.2.9
Basic Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l-~
Electrical Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Reliability Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Environmental Conditions for Operation (Including Imaging Cartridge). . 1-5
Environmental Conditions for Storage and Transportation
(Excluding Image Cartridge) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-5
Applicable Standards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Consumable (Imaging Cartridge) Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Physical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Software Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
1.3 INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS
1-9
1.3.1 Parailellnterface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
1.3.1.1 Compatibility lvlodeof Parallel Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
1.3.1.2 Reverse Mode... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
1.3.2 Optional Interface C82305*/C82306* (EPL-3000 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
1.4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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1.4.1
1.4.2
1.4.3
1.4.4
1.4.5
1.4.6
1.4.7
1.4.8
Control Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Service Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
1.4.3.1 Hexadecimal Dump Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
1.4.3.2 Factory Service Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
1.4.3.3 EEPROM Format Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Message Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
1.4.3.1 Status and Error Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
1.4.3.2 SewiceCall Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Printer Sharing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Emulation Mode Switch Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
1.4.5.1 Emulation Switch by SPL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
1.4.5.2 Intelligent Emulation Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Resolution Improvement Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Toner Save Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
Optional Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
1.5 MAIN COMPONENTS
1-23
1.5.1 C144 MAIN Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
1.5.2 ROM SIMM Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25
1.5.3 PWB-E Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25
1.5.4 PWB-F Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26
1.5.5 Optical Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26
1.5.8 Fusing Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27
1.5.9 Drive Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........ 1-27
1.5.10 Imaging Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27

EPL-3000 /ActionLaser 1300 Sewice Manual
General Description
1.1 FEATURES
The EPSON@ EPL-3000 and the ActionLaserTM 1300 are non-impact page printers that combine a
semi-conductor laser with electro-photographic technology. These printers are small and light, and
feature high-speed, high-resolution printing. Maintenance is very easy because of various built-in
diagnostic functions. The main features are:
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Printing speed — 4 ppm (pages per minute)
Resolution — 300 dpi (dots per inch)
Light weight — about 7 kg (15 lb.)
Small footprint
Easy maintenance
HP@
LaserJet@ 4L emulation mode (PCL@5e emulation)
22 built-in scalable fonts (8
Agfa@ and 14 TrueType fonts)
Resolution Improvement Technology
(RITech) refines the print quality by eliminating jagged
edges from images and characters.
Two
levels (35~o less and 50~0 less) for Toner Save Mode
Optional EPSONScript Level 2 (PostScript@ compatible) SIMM module
Optional WPS (Windows Printing System) SIMM module
1 MB standard RAM and up to 5 MB RAM with the addition of optional SIMM
Bidirectional parallel interface
High-speed parallel communication rate of approximately 125 KB/second
A multi-user, multi-emulation mode
(EPL-3000)
IES (Intelligent Emulation Switch) allows switching between EPSONScript mode and PCL5e
emulation mode.
SPL (Shared Printer Language) enables switching of the printer mode by command.
Figure 1-1 shows an exterior view of the
EPL-3000 and ActionLaser 1300.
Paper support
(Paper suppoti\extenSiOn)
cover
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paper guides
Figure 1-1. Exterior View of the EPL-3000
and ActionLaser 1300
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Table 1-1 lists the optional units avaiiable tbr the EPL-3000 and ActionLaser 1300.
Table 1-1. Options for EPL-3000 and ActionLaser 1300
Cat. No.
C83212*
Description
EPSONScript Level 2 SIMM
Module
Note
Supports EPSONScript
Level 2 mode (PostScript
Level 2 mmpatible) fonts and
commands
I MachineType
EPL-
3000
Yes
Action
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Yes
283213* AWPS SIMM Module
Supports AtWork Printing
System Yes Yes
Bitmap Local Language Font
SUWRS bitmap local
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ROM Chip language fonts Yes
No
Scalable Local Language Font Supports scalable local
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ROM Chip language fonts Yes
No
—Thai Font ROM Chip
Suppotis Thai fonts Yes No
3051020 Imaging cartridge Toner cartridge Yes
Yea
:::::$ Serial interface card
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Yes No
>82307W
282308X
32 KB serial interface card —
Yes No
28231 OW
28231 1X
32 KB parallel interface cad
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Yes No
282312X I LocalTalkcard —
Yes I No
28231 4X COAX interface card
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Yes No
28231 5* TWINAX interface card
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Yes No
Notes:
1. These printers can use only one optional ROM SIMM module.
2. The
EPL-3M10can useonlyoneoptional ROMchip.
3. The ActionLaser 1300 has not optional Type-B interface card slot.
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1.2 SPECIFICATIONS
This section provides statistical data for the EPL-3000 and ActionLaser 1300.
1.2.1 Basic Specifications
Printing method: Laser beam scanning and dry electro-photography
Resolution:
300 dpi
Printing speed: 4 ppm (letter/A4)
First printing time (A4/LT): Less than30 seconds
Warm-up time: Less than 40 seconds
(at rated current and 23‘C (73 0 F) temperature)
Paper supply: See Table 1-2.
Table 1-2. Paper Feed Methods
Capacity
Paper Supply
(20 lb. (70 /m2)
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Paper Size Usage Thickness
paper
(Ream Weight)
A5, B5, A4, LT,
150
GLT, EXE, LG, 16 to 24 lb.
GLG, F4, HLT
(60 to 90 g/m2)
Auto feed
Standard built-in Monarch, Envelopes made
paper tray
5 to 10 DL, C5, C6, IB5
of 16 to 24 lb. (60
Commercial-10
to 90 g/m2) paper
Manual feed 1
Any size feedable 16 to 42 lb.
(Note 2)
(60 to 157 g/m2)
Notes:
1. The weight inpounds (lb.) is determined by how much 500 sheets cut to 17 x 22 inches would
weigh; l-g/mz= 0.2659763 lb.
2. Paper size range: width 3.0 to 8.5 inches (76.2 to 216 mm)
length
5.0 to 14.0 inches (127 to 356 mm)
Paper types: See Table 1-3.
Table 1-3. Paper Types
Standard paper
Normal paper
Special paper
Xerox@ 4024 DP paper
20 lb. (75
g/m2)
Regular photocopier paper
Bond paper
Recycled paper
16 to 24 lb. (60 to 90 g/m2)
Card stock (90 to 157 g/m2)
Envelopes
Labels
Letterhead
Transparency (OHP) sheets
Colored paper
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Usability of special paper: See Table 1-4.
Table 1-4. Uaability of Special Paper
Input
output
OHP Envelopes Labels
Card Stock Letterhead
Standard
built-in paper Face down
PPP P
R
tray
R: Reliable feeding and good image quality.
P: Possible, but better avoided.
N: Not supported.
Paper feed alignment and direction: Center alignment for all sizes
Paper ejection:
Face down
Output tray capacity: 50 sheets (standard paper)
Printable area (standard paper):
See Figure 1-2.
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Printable Areii
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The actual printable area depends on the printer mode.
Noise: Less than 30
dB(A) (standby)
Less than 47
dB(A) (operating)
Ozone density:
Less than 0.01 ppm
Toxicity: No toxicity exists in organic photo conductor
(OPC), toner,
or plastic materials
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1.2.2 Electrical Specifications
Table 1-5. Electrical Specifications
Description
lMl V Version
200 V Version
Rated voltage 100-120 VAC
220-240 VAC
Input voltage range
90-132 VAC
198-264 VAC
Rated frequency range
50-60 Hz
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47-63 tiz
Power consumption Less than 350 W
Less than 450 W
Power consumption while
in standby mode Less than 15 W
1.2.3 Reliability Specifications
MPBF (Mean Prints Between Failures): Over 17,000 sheets
Note: MPBF indicates the average number of pages printed before the occurrence of a problem
requiring replacement or service.
MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures):
Jam rate:
Feed failure:
Multiple paper feeds:
Paper curl height:
Leading edge bending (1 cm or more):
MTTR (Mean Time To Repair):
Durability:
3000 power-n hours (POH)
1 out of 2,000 sheets or less (excluding multiple-sheet feeding)
1 out of 2,000 sheets or less (excluding multiple-sheet feeding)
1 out of 500 sheets or less
30 mm (1.2 inches) or less
1 out of 1,000 sheets
30 minutes or less
5 years or 100,0000 sheets
1.2.4 Environmental Conditions for Operation (Including Imaging Cartridge)
Temperature: 10 to 35° c (50 to 95°
F)
Humidity: 15 to
8570 RH
Altitude:
2,500 m (8,200 feet) or lower
Horizontal placement: The printer should be installed on a level plane.
Illuminance:
3,000 IUX or less (must not be exposed to direct sunlight)
Surrounding space: The printer should have at least 100 mm of clearance on its
sides and rear.
1.2.5 Environmental Conditions for Storage and Transportation
(Excluding Imaging Cartridge)
Temperature:
O to 35° C (32 to 95° F) over full storage term
-20 to 55° C (-4 to 131° F) under extreme conditions
(Extremes are allowable for up to 1/30 of full storage term)
Temperature variation must be 10” C (18° F)/hour or less
Humidity: 30 to 857. RH over full storage term
10 to
%~. RH under extreme conditions
(Extremes are allowable for up to 1/30 of full storage term)
Drop test:
Clear to JIS Z0200-1987 Level 1
Vibration: Vibration frequency 5 to 100 Hz and 100 to 5 Hz
Acceleration IG
Acceleration direction 3 direction
Resistance to atmospheric pressure: More than 613 hPa
Storage term: 24 months (following date of manufacture)
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1.2.6 Applicable Standards
Safety Standards
120 VAC model: UL 1950, CSA 22.2 No.950 Deviation 3
220/240
VAC model: EN 60950
(IEC950), NEMKO (IEC950), SETI (IEC950),
SEMKO (IEC950), DEMKO (IEC950)
Safety Regulations (Laser radiation)
120 VAC model:
FDA (NCDRH) Class 1
220/240 VAC model: VDE 0837 (Laser Class
1)(IEC825), SETI (IEC825), SEMKO
(IEC825), DEMKO (IEC825)
EMI
120 VAC model:
FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B
220/240 VAC model: Vfg 243 (VDE 0878 Part
3s0)
EN55022 class B (CISPR Pub.22 class B)
Others
Toner: No effect on human health (OSHA-TSCA,
EINECS)
OPC: No effect on human health
(OSHA)
Ozone: Less than 0.01 mmp
other
UL478 (5th edition)
Materials: SWISS Environmental Law (No CdS must be contained)
1.2.7 Consumable (Imaging Cartridge) Specifications
Life:
3,000 pages (unit included with printer)
4300 pages (optional consumable)
Note:
Consumable life is based on COXItinUOtM printing mode with A4/letter paper at a 5’%.
image ratio (black/white ratio). The life varies, depending on the printing mode
(continuous or intermittent) and/or the image ratio.
Environmental Conditions for Storage and Transportation
Temperature:
Humidity:
Drop test:
Vibration:
Resistance to atmospheric pressure:
Storage term:
1.2.8 Physical Specifications
Dimensions(W x D x H):
Weight:
Oto300 C (32to860
F’) over full storage term
–20 to40‘C (-4 to 104 “F) under extreme conditions
(Extremes are allowable for up to 1/.30 of full storage term)
Temperature variations must be10“C (18 OF)/hour or less.
30 to
85Y0 RH over full storage term
10 to
%~o RH under extreme conditions
(Extremes are allowable for up to 1/30 of full storage term)
Height 76 cm (30.4 inches)
Same as printer
More than 740
hpa
18 months (following date of manufacture)
376 x 311 x 216 mm (14.8 x 12.3x 8.5 inches)
376 x 444 x 218 mm (14.8 x 17.5x 8.9 inches) (paper
tray set)
Approximately 7 Kg (15.5 lb.) (including cmsumable,
excluding all options)
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EPL-3000 /ActionLaser 1300 Service Manual
General Description
1.2.9 Software Specifications
Built-in modes: HP LaserJet 4L emulation
(PCL5e)
Optional modes: EPSONScript Level 2 (PostScript Level 2 emulation) mode
AWPS (AtWork Printing System) mode
Auxiliary software: Hex dump
Status sheet
Font sample
Fact sheet
RITech test sheet
Built-in fonts: See Table 1-6
Table 1-6. Built-in Fonts
Ap gciible
Resident Fonts
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HP LJ4L
Bitmap fonts
Line Printer
16.66 cpi (Portrait) s
Courier 10
cpi
(Portrait)
s
Courier Bold
10 cpi
(Portrait)
s
Courier 12
cpi
(Portrait)
s
Courier Bold 12
cpi
(Portrait)
s
Scalable fonts
Dutch’” 801 Roman
SWC
s
Dutch 801
Bold SWC
s
Dutch 801
Italic SWC
s
Dutch 801
Bold Italic SWC
s
Swiss’” 742
Swc
s
Swiss 742
Bold SWC
s
Swiss 742
Medium Italic SWC
s
Swiss 742
Bold Italic SWC
s
Swiss 721
Roman SWM
s
Swiss 721 Bold
SWM
s
Swiss 721
Oblique SWM
s
Swiss 721
Bold Oblique SWM
s
Dutch 801
Roman SWM
s
Dutch 801
Bold SWM
s
Dutch 801
Italic SWM
s
Dutch 801
Bold Italic SWM
s
Symbol Set
SWA
s
More WingBats SWM
s
Courier
Swc
s
Courier
Bold SWC
s
Courier Italic
SWC
s
Courier Bold Italic
SWC
s
S: Supported, NS: Not Supported
Note:
The built-in fonts for this printer are not same as the fonts for the HP LaserJet 4L.
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EPL4009 IActionLsser 13tM Service Msnud
Font Symbol Sets
HP LaserJet 4L Mode (bitmap fonts): 26 symbol sets
Roman-8
French
JIS ASCII
ANSI ASCII
French2
Legal
IRV
IBM@ Portuguese
IBM-DN
Norwegl
HP German
ECM941
Norweg2
German
Chinese
Swedish
IBM Spanish
PcMultilingual
HP LaserJet 4L Mode (scalable fonts): 34 symbol sets
Roman-8
ECM94-1
UK
Legal
PsMath
MsPublishing
Math-8
Windows
IBM-DN
VeIntemational
PcE.Europe
Wingdings
Norwegl
Swedis2
French2
8859-2 1S0
8859-9 1S0
VeMath
WiE.Europe
PsText
McText T
VeUS
SyrnbolT
Roman Extension
Italian
Swedis2
UK
HP Spanish
Spanish
Portuguese
IBM- US
Italian
ANSI ASCII
German
Spanish
WiTurkish
DeskTop
PcTk437
IBM-US
PcMultilingual
PiFont
WiAnsi
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EPL-3000/ActjonLaser 1300 Sendce Manual General
Descrjptjon
1.3 INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS
The EPL-3000 is equipped with the following external interfaces:
■ Parallel interface
■ Optional Type-B interface
The ActionLaser 1300 is equipped with the following external interface:
I Parallel interface
1.3.1 Parallel Interface
The parallel interface has two modes as follows:
■ Compatibility mode (same as parallel interface of Epson’s current page printer)
■ Reverse mode
1.3.1.1 Compatibility Mode of Parallel Interface
System: STROBE synchronization, 8-bit parallel data transfer
Handshaking:
BUSY and ACKNLG signals
Connector type:
P90-25027-1 (Amphenol) receptacle
Applicable plug:
57-30360 (Amphenol or equivalent)
Transfer speed:
Approximately 125,(XN bytes/second (maximum)
Signal timing:
See Figure 1-3.
Signal description:
See Table 1-7.
o.5ps o.5ps
(minimum) (minimum)
DATA 1-8
) :4
V LID \
VALID
1
STROBE
0.5ps (maximum)
0s
BUSY
*
ACKNLG
/
~
1 or IOps
(typical)
Figure 1-3. Compatibility Mode Signal Timing
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Table 1-7. Parallel Interface Pin Assignment
Pin ~.
Signal Name Uo
Description
STROBE is
a strobe pulse used to read data from the host
1 STROBE
IN
computer. The pulse width must be more than 0.5 p.sec.
Normally it is HIGH, and data is latched at the trailing edge of
this signal.
DATA 1 to 8 are parallel data bits. When the signal is HIGH,
the data bit is 1, and when it is LOW, the data bit is O.
2-9 DATA 1-8
IN
The most significant bit (MSB) is DATA8. The signal state
must be maintained for 0.5 @cc. on either side of the
STROBE signal active edge.
ACKNLG is an acknowledge pulse with an approximate width
of 1 or 10P. This signal goes LOW when the data
10 ACKNLG
OUT reception is completed, which indicates that the printer can
accept new data. Timing with the BUSY signal is speci%d
through SelecType.
11 BUSY
OUT The BUSY signal informs the host computer of the printer
state. When the signal is HIGH, the printer cannot accept data,
The PE signal indicates paper empty for the standard tray
12
PE
OUT selected through SelecTyps or command, or for the optional
paper cassette. Paper empty is indicated by HIGH.
13 SLCT OUT
Use in reverse mode.
14
AUTO-FEED
IN
Not used.
15
NC
.
Not used.
16
GND Logic ground level.
17 CHASSIS GND
-
Connected to the printer chassis. The printer chassis GND
and the signal GND are connected to each other.
18
NC .
Not connected.
19”30
GND
.Ground level for the
twisted pair return signal.
31 m
IN The STROBE signal is ignored when this signal is LOW.
This level goes LOW when the printer is:
. out of paper
32
ERROR
OUT . in paper jam state
. in enor state
● off line
33 GND
.Same as for pins19 to 30.
34 NC .
Not used.
35 +5
Pulled up to +5V through 1.0 KQ resistance.
36 SLCT IN .
Use the reverse mode.
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