EPSONEPSONEPSON France S.A.SERVICE MANUALFX-880 / 1180PRODUIT
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)7-15Figure 7-10. C229PNL Board Component Layout
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)7-16.4 EXPLODED DIAGRAM330127102119118140541140140108140120500105126126126106127127127450122104138
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)7-175966016075955046036045771235865866005795761236155425465515485225235635605565696005455525525445
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)7-18.5 DIMENSION AND WEIGHT415350154Figure 7-13. Case Outline Drawing
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SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)1-1.1 SPECIFICATIONThe FX-880 is a small hoot, 9 pins serial impact dot matrix printer. The main s
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)1-2PAPER / MEDIATable 1-3. Cut SheetInsertion Front entry Rear entryWidth 148 ~ 257mm ( 5.8 ~ 10.1
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)1-3Table 1-7. Continuous Paper with LabelsInsertion Front entry Bottom entryLabel size See the fig
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)1-4TYPEFACEBit map Font EPSON Draft 10cpi, 12cpi, 15cpiEPSON Roman 10cpi, 12cpi, 15cpi, Proportion
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)1-5ACOUSTIC NOISE55 dB(A) ( ISO 7779 pattern )ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONTemperature 5 to 35 °C ( Oper
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)1-6CONSUMPTION & OPTIONSTable 1-9. Consumable & OptionConsumption Code No.Ribbon cartridge
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)1-7.2 OPERATIONThis section describes the operations equipped with this printer..2.1 Control pane
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)1-8.2.2.2 Operations at Power-onPressing the specified switch (switches) while turning on the pri
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)1-9.2.3 Indicators ( LEDs )This printer has the following indicators to indicate its current con
9 Pin Impact Dot PrinterEPSON FX-8804008484®
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)1-10.2.5 Default setting mode 1You can change some parameters that the printer refers to at print
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)1-11.2.6 Default Setting Mode 2Refer to the following flowchart for the default setting mode 2.ST
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)1-12.2.7 EEPROM Clear FunctionYou can change some parameters into the factory settings to perform
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)1-13.2.8 Bi-D AdjustmentRefer to the following flowchart for the Bi-D adjustment.START[S te p A
OPERATING PRICIPLES
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)2-1.1 MAIN COMPONENTSThis printer is divided into several main components for easy removal and rep
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)2-2.2 PRINTER MECHANISMThis printer mechanism consists of Printhead, Paper feed mechanism, Carriag
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)2-3TractorRear PE DEtectorCR MotorTim ing BeltCarriage UnitHP DetectorP rintheadPlaten R ollerP F
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)2-4.3 CIRCUIT OPERATION.3.1 C229PSB/PSE Power Supply CircuitThis printer can be powered by either
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)2-5.3.2 C229MAIN Board CircuitThe C229MAIN board is the control circuit board of this printer. Th
NOTICE All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, ortransmitted in any form or by any means, electr
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)2-6The data from the host computer is stored in the input buffer once, then converted into image d
TROUBLESHOOTINGÀ
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)3-1.1 OVERVIEWThe printer may exhibit different symptoms for the same problem, which makes trouble
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)3-2Table 3-2. Printhead Solenoid ResistancePart Test PinNumber(See the figureberlow.)Test Method(S
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)3-3Table 3-4 Detector Test PointDetector ConnectorNumberTest Method(Set Meter to Ohms. Check thePr
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)3-4.2 UNIT LEVEL TROUBLESHOOTINGYou may be able to Identify the defective unit just from the symp
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)3-51. Printer fails to operate when power is on.Íß°¼Þ1STARTIs AC input voltage normal?120V version
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)3-62. Abnormal carriage operation at power on.STARTAre all connectors connecting the C229MAIN boar
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)3-73. Printing is faulty during self-test, but carriage operation is normal.STARTIs AC input volta
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)3-84. Abnormal paper feedingSTARTIs the paper loaded correctly?Load the paper correctly.Is the con
PRECAUTIONSPrecautionary notations throughout the text are categorized relative to 1)Personal injury and 2)damage to equipment.DANGERSignals a precaut
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)3-95. Abnormal control panel operationSTARTDo the switches have clicks?Replace the Operation Panel
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)3-106. Data sent by the host computer is printed incorrectly.STARTExecute the printer self test.Do
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)3-11.3 UNIT REPAIRING OF THE POWER SUPPLY BOARDThis section is necessary only for servicers who re
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)3-12Table 3-7. Repair of the C229PSB/PSE (continued)SymptomCondition Cause Checkpoint Solution+35V
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)3-13.4 UNIT REPAIRING OF THE MAIN BOARDThis section is necessary only for servicers who repair to
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)3-14Table 3-9. Repair of the C229MAIN (continued)SymptomCondition Cause Checkpoint SolutionThe pri
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)3-15Table 3-10. Repair of the C229MAIN (continued)SymptomCondition Cause Checkpoint SolutionThe pa
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)3-16.5 REPAIRING THE PRINTER MECHANISMFor detailed procedures for replacing or adjusting matter, r
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)3-17Table 3-12. Repairing the Printer Mechanism (continued)Symptom Cause Checkpoint SolutionProble
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)3-18Table 3-13. Repairing the Printer Mechanism (continued)Symptom Cause Checkpoint SolutionProble
PREFACEThis manual describes basic functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations,maintenance and repair procedures of FX880. The instructi
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLYÌ CHAPTER
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-1.1 OVERVIEWThis section describes various points to note when disassembling and assembling the
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-2.1.3 Service Check After RepairAfter completing repair of the product, use the check list show
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-3.1.4 Abbreviations for Small PartsThe table below lists the abbreviations used in this manual
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-4.2 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLYThis section provides the disassembly procedures. The basic order fo
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-5.2.1 Printhead Removal1• Remove the top cover.1• Remove 2 CBS (M3 × 8) screws attaching th
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-6.2.2 HP (Home Position) Detector Removal1• Remove the top cover.1• Release the hook attach
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-7.2.3 Pre-disassembly Procedures1• Remove the PAPER GUIDE ASSEMBLY, top cover, front cover, pa
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-8.2.4 Upper Housing Removal1• Remove the PAPER GUIDE ASSEMBLY, top cover, front cover, paper
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-9.2.5 C229MAIN Board RemovalWARNING Before disassembling, assembling or adjusting the printer,d
REVISION STATUSRev. Date Page(s) ContentsA 1997/09/30 All First release
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-10CBS(M 3 x 4)CBS(M 3 x 4)CBB(3 x 12)S h ie ld C o v e rCBS(3 x 12)COVER,CONNECTOR,UPPERLow er
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-11.2.6 C229PSB/PSE Board Removal1• Remove the PAPER GUIDE ASSEMBLY, top cover, front cover, p
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-12.2.7 ROM RemovalWARNING Before disassembling, assembling or adjusting the printer,disconnect
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-13.2.8 Platen Removal1• Remove the PAPER GUIDE ASSEMBLY, top cover, front cover, paper eject
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-14.2.9 Printer Mechanism Removal1• Remove the PAPER GUIDE ASSEMBLY, top cover, front cover, p
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-15.2.10 Printer Mechanism Disassembly.2.10.1 CR Motor Removal1• Release the tension spring.1
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-16.2.10.2 PF Motor Removal1• Remove the printer mechanism. (See Section 4.2.9.)1• Release t
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-17.2.10.3 PF Gear Train Disassembly1• Remove the printer mechanism. (See Section 4.2.9.)1•
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-18.2.10.4 PG (Platen Gap) Detector Removal1• Remove the printer mechanism. (See Section 4.2.9
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-19.2.10.6 Front PE (Paper End) Detector Removal1• Remove the printer mechanism. (See Section
TABLE OF CONTENTSPRODUCT SPECIFICATION1.1 SPECIFICATION ...1-01.2 OP
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-20.2.10.8 Carriage Assembly Removal1• Remove the printer mechanism. (See Section 4.2.9.)1•
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-21.2.10.9 Rear Paper Guide Assembly Removal1• Remove the printer mechanism. (See Section 4.2.
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)4-22.2.10.10 Ribbon Drive (RD) Assembly Removal1• Remove the printer mechanism. (See Section 4.
ADJUSTMENT
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)5-1.1 ADJUSTMENT OVERVIEW.1.1 Required AdjustmentThis section describes what adjustments are req
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)5-2.2 ADJUSTMENT AND RESETTING THE PRINTER.2.1 Platen Gap AdjustmentIf the SHAFT,CR,GUIDE or BUS
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)5-31• Move the carriage assembly to the left edge.1• Set the thickness gauge of 0.38 mm and in
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)5-4.2.2 Factory SettingThe factory settings of the printer for each destination are installed in
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)5-57• The carriage width select menu appears. Move the cursor using «↑» or «↓» key to select «(1
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)5-6.2.3 Bi-D AdjustmentBi-D adjustment can be made either through the panel operation or with the
TROUBLESHOOTING3.1 OVERVIEW...3-03.1.1 Main Component Check
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)5-710• Repeat Step 8 and Step 9 to align the lines continuously by making «a» as specified below:
MAINTENANCE
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)6-1.1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCEPreventive maintenance is important to keep the printer in the best co
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)6-2.2 LUBRICATION T ra c to r C lu tc h C a mSpur G ears (34.5): L u b ric a tio n P o in t R e
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)6-3: L u b ric a tio n P o in t R e f. N o . 4Figure 6-3. Lubricating Point (4): L u b ric a tio
APPENDIX
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)7-1.1 CONNECTOR SUMMARYThe primary components are connected as shown below;C229PSB/PSE Board C229
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)7-2Table 7-2. Connector Pin Assignment - CN1Pin No. I/O Signal Name Function1 I /STROBE Strobe pul
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)7-3Table 7-3. Connector Pin Assignment - CN2Pin No. I/O Signal Name Function1 - 6+5 +5 V7 O TXD T
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)7-4Table 7-6. Connector Pin Assignment - CN5Pin No. I/O Signal Name Function1+5V +5V2 I PE Rear P
ADJUSTMENT5.1 ADJUSTMENT OVERVIEW...5-05.1.1 Required Adjustment...
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)7-5Table 7-11. Connector Pin Assignment - CN10Pin No. I/O Signal Name Function1 I RELEASE Release
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)7-6
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)7-7.2 CIRCUIT DIAGRAMSee the hard copy.Figure 7-2. C229MAIN Circuit Diagram
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)7-8
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)7-9Figure 7-3. C229PSB Circuit DiagramSee the hard copy.
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)7-10Figure 7-4. C229PSE Circuit DiagramSee the hard copy.
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)7-11Figure 7-5. C229PSH Circuit DiagramSee the hard copy.
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)7-1213254132541325413254132546GNDGNDPANELCN1+5VC10.1u25VLE D 4LE D 3LE D 2LE D 1LE D 0+5VFO N T2LF
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)7-13.3 COMPONENT LAYOUTFigure 7-7. C229MAIN Board Component Layout
SERVICE MANUAL MASTER FILEENGLISHRev. A (1997/05/07)7-14Figure 7-8. C229PSB Board Component LayoutFigure 7-9. C229PSE Board Component Layout
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