Canon BJC-6000 Technical Information

QY8-1361-000JAN. 1999COPYRIGHT 1999 CANON INC. CANON BJC-6000 SE 0199 0.30-0 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON)REVISION 0

III. ILLUSTRATION INDEXPagePart 1: SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS1 - 1 Figure 1- 1 The Printer's Moving Parts1 - 2 Figure 1- 2 Ink Paths1 - 3 Figure 1-

3.4 Paper Feed Unit3.4.1 Functions of the paper feed unita) Paper feed functionThis printer has two paper supply methods, using the auto-sheet feeder

b) Paper thickness adjustmentThe clearance between the head face of the BJ cartridge and the paper varies withthe thickness of the paper. Smaller cle

3.4.2 Construction of the paper feed unitThis printer's paper feed unit is mechanically comprised of the pick-up unit, paperfeed unit, and the p

To manually feed paper, the user must insert the paper into the manual feed slotuntil the paper end sensor detects it. In the manual paper feed mode,

3.5 Carriage Unit3.5.1 Functions of carriage unita) Mounting BJ cartridgesThe carriage secures BJ cartridges mechanically in place and connects them v

3.5.2 Construction of the carriage unita) BJ cartridge mountBJ cartridges are secured to the carriage with the BJ cartridge lock lever. When aBJ car

c) BJ cartridge maintenanceBy controlling the carriage position, wiping and cleaning operations will beperformed on the BJ cartridge. During capping,

d) Paper feed motor drive switching unitDepending on the carriage position, the drive switching unit switches the paper feedmotor's drive power o

4 PRINTER'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM4.1 OverviewThe electronics of this printer can be functionally divided into the control unit and thepower supply

4.2 Control Unit4.2.1 Control unit block diagram4-37BJC-6000Part 4: Technical ReferenceA1~21D0~15H_D0,1H_CLOK0,1Parallel InterfacePrinter ControllerD

Page4 - 7 Figure 4- 6 Print Drive Method (1440 x 720 dpi, forward direction)4 - 8 Figure 4- 7 Print Drive Method (Reverse direction)4 - 9 Figure 4- 8

4.2.2 Logic Componentsa) Printer controllerThe printer controller incorporates the interface controller, print head controller,buffer controller, DRA

Buffer controllerWrites the received data into the DRAM's receive buffer automatically, controls theremaining receive buffer capacity, reads the

A/D converterDetects the following analog signals: Internal temperature analog signal from the thermistor on the control board.Head temperature analog

4.3 Power Supply Unit4.3.1 Power Supply Unit Block Diagram4.3.2 Construction of Power Supply UnitThe power supply unit converts AC power line voltage

Part 4: Technical ReferenceBJC-60004-425. DETECTION FUNCTIONS5.1 Detection with SensorsThis printer has the following sensors detect the printer&apos

5.1.4 Ink sensorConsists of an LED and photosensor to optically check for ink in the ink chamber partof the ink tank. At the ink chamber bottom is a

5.1.8 Head temperature sensorLocated inside the print head in the BJ cartridge, this sensor detects the headtemperature so that the printer can stop

Part 5MAINTENANCEPage5 - 1 1. MAINTENANCE5 - 1 1.1 Parts for Periodic Replacement5 - 1 1.2 List of Consumables5 - 1 1.3 List of Periodic Maintenance5

1. MAINTENANCE1.1 Parts for Periodic ReplacementLevel Parts for periodic replacementUser NoneService personnel None1.2 List of Consumables (for detail

VIIIIV. TABLE INDEXPagePart 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS3 -12 Table 3- 1 Error IndicationsPart 4: TECHNICAL REFERENCE4 -14 Table 4- 1 Print Mode List4

2. SERVICE TOOLS2.1 List of ToolsOrdinary Tools NotePhillips screwdriver For removing and replacing screwsPhillips screwdriver For removing and repla

3. APPLYING GREASEApply greases at the points shown below.Apply a thin film of grease using the flat brush. For the Carriage Oil Pad, do not use abru

4. DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY4.1 Disassembly and ReassemblyWhen disassembling or reassembling the printer, refer to the parts catalog. Thenumbers in

4.2.2 Removing the printer unitRefer to Figure 5 (page B-9) of the parts catalog.1) Set the paper thickness lever to its lowest position (envelope pos

4.2.3 Removing the ASF unitThe ASF unit is attached to the printer unit such that the ASF driving gear and thepick-up roller are matched in phase. On

4.2.5 Paper feed gearsBe careful not to touch the gears in the paper feed unit, especially the paper feed gear,during disassembly or reassembly, becau

5. ADJUSTMENTS AND SETTINGS5.1 Adjustments and Settings5.1.1 EEPROM setting1) When the control board is replaced (see Figure 4 of the parts catalog).2

5.2 Adjustment/ Setting Procedures5.2.1 EEPROM settingThe EEPROM (IC602) on the control board stores total amount of waste ink absorbed,function setti

5.2.3 ASF gear position adjustmentPreparation:1) Reassemble the ASF unit components to the level as when the ASF unit wasdetached.Adjustment procedure

5.2.4 Head gap adjustmentPreparation:1) Reassemble to the level the top cover is to be put on next.2) Raise both the right and left adjustable bearing

Part 1SAFETY ANDPRECAUTIONSPage1 - 1 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS1 - 1 1.1 Moving Parts1 - 2 1.2 Ink Stains1 - 4 1.3 Live Electrical Parts1 - 5 2. MACHINE PR

Adjustment procedure:1) Set the 1.9-mm gap gauge (QY9-0038) in position A.2) Move the carriage into position C by moving the carriage belt by hand.3)

6. TROUBLESHOOTING6.1 Troubleshooting Overview6.1.1 OverviewThis chapter consists of two sections: diagnosis and action. If you do not know thepossib

5. A step in the flowcharts may indicate more than one possible measure you cantake. Make a test print for each measure you have taken to check that

6.2 Diagnosis6.2.1 Initial flowchart5-15BJC-6000Part 5: MaintenanceTo nextpagePlug in the AC cordIndicator blinksOne beepTurn power onRead EEPROMDRA

Part 5: MaintenanceBJC-60005-16FrompreviouspageError checkOK?Ye sNoEEPROM errorROM errorRAM errorWaste ink full errorPrinter temperaturesensor errorD

5-17BJC-6000Part 5: MaintenanceCleaningFrompreviouspageBJ cartridge checkOK?Ye sNoCheck for open cover • Is the cover open?Open/closedClosedOpenCarri

6.2.2 Actiona) Error indications<Cause> ROM cannot be read during initialization.<Suspected parts> Control ROM<Measure> Replace the

<Cause> The home position sensor fails to detect the homeposition.<Suspected parts> Home position sensor, carriage motor,paper feed motor,

Part 5: MaintenanceBJC-60005-20Visually check thatcarriage is unlockedYe sNoYe sNo1. Replace the carriageboard2. Replace the carriageribbon cable1. R

5-21BJC-6000Part 5: Maintenance(1)Replace the controlboardReplace the ACadapter+24 VDC output checkReplace the controlboard• Check for +24 VDC during

<Cause> The thermistor is defective.<Suspected parts> Thermistor<Measure> Replace the control board.<Cause> The calculated amo

<Cause> The print head is too hot.<Suspected parts> BJ cartridge, control board<Measure>5-23BJC-6000Part 5: Maintenance7. HeadTempe

<Cause> The BJ cartridge is out of position at other than thecartridge replacement position.<Suspected parts> BJ cartridge, control board,

<Cause> • Paper feed operation fails to feed paper.• Paper eject operation fails to eject paper.<Suspected parts> Paper feed section, pape

Part 5: MaintenanceBJC-60005-26FrompreviouspageCheck the paperend sensor's armUsing paper, check the arm for smoothmotion, deformation, or damag

<Cause> • The ink tank is empty.• EEPROM is defective.<Suspected parts> Ink tank, EEPROM<Measure>5-27BJC-6000Part 5: MaintenanceVis

<Cause> • BJ cartridge not detected.• BJ cartridge not installed.• BJ cartridge combination wrong.<Suspected parts> BJ cartridges, carriag

<Cause> The automatic head position adjustment has failed.<Suspected parts> BJ cartridge, ink tank, print positionsensor, control board<

b) Phenomena<Symptoms> • Pressing the POWERbutton fails to switch onthe printer.• Pressing the POWERbutton does not startinitialization.<Caus

<Symptoms> • No prints• Partial prints• No prints for some colors<Cause> The ink tank, BJ cartridge, or purge unit is defective.<Measur

1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS1.1 Moving PartsBe careful not to get your fingers, hair, clothing, or accessories caught in the movingparts of the printer.The m

<Symptoms> • Blurred prints• Blank lines• Specific dot missing<Cause> The BJ cartridge(s), BJ cartridge contact(s), carriageribbon cable,

5-33BJC-6000Part 5: Maintenance1. Replace the carriageribbon cable2. Replace the carriageboardENDOK?3. Replace the controlboardFrompreviouspageReplac

Part 5: MaintenanceBJC-60005-344. FaultyPrinting: OtherSymptomsPaper gets dirtySpur marks appearVerticalmisalignmentCheck to see ifThe platen is cont

<Symptoms> Ink out results in no error.<Cause> The ink tank is empty, or the control board or inksensor is defective.<Measure>5-35BJ

7. CONNECTOR POSITIONS AND PIN ASSIGNMENT7.1 Control BoardCN404 (parallel interface connector)Part 5: MaintenanceBJC-60005-36Pin No Signal IN/OUT Fun

CN401 (DC power connector)CN402 (Carriage motor connector)CN403 (Paper feed motor connector)CN501 (Carriage ribbon cable connector)5-37BJC-6000Part 5:

CN502 (Carriage ribbon cable connector)CN503 (Carriage ribbon cable connector)Part 5: MaintenanceBJC-60005-38Pin No. Signal IN/OUT Function1 HCLOCK0

CN602 (Pump sensor connector)CN603 (Ink sensor connector)5-39BJC-6000Part 5: MaintenancePin No. Signal IN/OUT Function1 POMP IN Pump sensor sense sig

7.2 Carriage BoardCN1 (Carriage ribbon cable connector)Part 5: MaintenanceBJC-60005-40118CN3127127CN1CN214CN6132431333432132431333432CN4 CN5Figure 5-

CN2 (Carriage ribbon cable connector)5-41BJC-6000Part 5: MaintenancePin No. Signal IN/OUT Function1 ... ... Not used.2 REGC OUT Voltage output from t

1.2 Ink Stains1.2.1 Ink pathsBe careful not to touch the ink paths. Ink on hands could stain the printer, worktable, or clothes. The ink paths inclu

CN3 (Carriage ribbon cable connector)CN4 (BJ cartridge, left)CN5 (BJ cartridge, right)CN6 (Print position sensor connector)Part 5: MaintenanceBJC-600

7.3 BJ Cartridge5-43BJC-6000Part 5: Maintenance28 424 20 16 12 827 323 19 15 11 726 222 18 14 10 625 121 17 13 9 531323029Figure 5-13 BJ CartridgePin

7.4 AC Adapter7.5 DC Power Supply CablePart 5: MaintenanceBJC-60005-447812Figure 5-14 AC Adapter15421235Figure 5-15 DC Power Supply CablePin No. Sign

7.6 Carriage Motor7.7 Paper Feed Motor5-45BJC-6000Part 5: Maintenance14Figure 5-16 Carriage Motor14Figure 5-17 Paper Feed MotorPin No. Signal IN/OUT

7.8 Ink Sensor7.9 Print Position Sensor7.10 Pump SensorPart 5: MaintenanceBJC-60005-46121212Figure 5-20 Pump Sensor14Figure 5-19 Print Position Senso

8. CIRCUIT DIAGRAMS8.1 Parts Layout8.1.1 Control board5-47BJC-6000Part 5: MaintenanceFigure 5-21 Control Board

8.1.2 Carriage boardPart 5: MaintenanceBJC-60005-48Figure 5-22 Carriage Board

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BJC-6000Part 5: MaintenanceHEADCONT<26..0>R53410K,1/16WR501100,1/16WR502100,1/16WQ503G0G1PC<3..0>PC<0>Q501FN1A4PQ502FA1L4MINKS2VSEN

1.2.2 Ink mistThe BJ cartridge ejects ink onto the paper during printing. After the printer is usedfor a long period or used heavily, part of the ink

BJC-6000Part 5: MaintenanceCNPSR4010.1AZD401RD6,8583C401100m,35VC4192200m,35VRGV51R43112K,1/10WR402100,1/16W,1608Q401FA1L4HHVHRGV51FB4050.2ARGV5VHC P

BJC-6000Part 5: Maintenance2827262524232221201918171615141312111098765432124123428272625242322212019181716151413121110987654321C1220m,35VC2220m,35V12

The printing paper contains 70% waste paper.PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) CANON INC.

1.3 Live Electrical PartsWhen the printer is plugged into a wall outlet, the power supply unit of the printer islive, even if the power is switched of

2. MACHINE PRECAUTIONS2.1 BJ Cartridges2.1.1 BJ cartridge handlingDo not unpack the BJ cartridge until you are ready to use it. Before installing the

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2.1.2 Automatic cappingWhen the printer is turned off with the POWERbutton, it automatically caps the BJcartridge's nozzles to protect them as we

2.2 Ink Tanks2.2.1 Unpacking the ink tankDo not unpack the ink tank until you are ready to use it. When installing it in the BJcartridge, unpack the

2.3 Printer Handling2.3.1 SpursTake care not to bend the tips of the spurs. The tips of the spurs make contact withprinted paper and are contaminated

2.3.2 Damage due to static electricityStatic electricity may be generated by your clothes rubbing against each other andmay accumulate in your body.

2.3.3 Ink leakage preventionWhen you turn off the printer using the POWERbutton, the printer moves the carriageto the capping position, caps the nozzl

3. NOTES ON SERVICING3.1 EEPROM DataThe printer keeps track of the total sheets printed by each BJ cartridge configuration(Black/Color and Photo/Color

3.2 Static ElectricityStatic electricity may be generated by your clothes rubbing against each other and mayaccumulate in your body. If you touch ele

3.3 Disassembly and ReassemblyDisassembly and reassembly must be done according to the relevant parts catalog,which illustrates the step-by-step proce

3.4 Self DiagnosisThe printer has self-diagnosis features to detect hardware defects. The results of thediagnosis are indicated by theindicatorand po

Part 2PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONSPage2 - 1 1. PRODUCT OUTLINE2 - 1 1.1 Outline2 - 2 1.2 Features2 - 3 1.3 BJ Cartridge2 - 4 1.4 BJ Cartridge Container2 - 5

1. PRODUCT OUTLINE1.1 OutlineThis printer is a desktop business/personal color bubble-jet printer for highspeed/high quality use. It accommodates two

1.2 Features· Laser-printer quality using pigment black ink· Dual-cartridge systemHigh quality printing at high speed from a combination of the Black

1.3 BJ Cartridge1.3.1 Black BJ cartridgeThe Black BJ cartridge is to be mounted on the left side of the carriage for high speedcolor/monochrome printi

1.3.3 Photo BJ cartridgeThe Photo BJ cartridge, mounted on the left side of the carriage for photo printing, isa disposable print head with 144 in-lin

1.5 Consumables1.5.1 Black, color, and photo BJ cartridgesThe Black, Color and Photo BJ cartridges for this printer are consumables. The BJcartridges

2. SPECIFICATIONS2.1 General Specifications1. Type Desktop serial color bubble-jet printer2. Paper feeding method Automatic sheet feeder and manual sh

12. BJ cartridgesBlack BJ cartridgeConstruction: Separate ink tank typePrint head: 160 nozzles, in-lineInk: Pigment blackCartridge service life: Appro

2.2 Paper Specifications1. Paper sizesA5 (148 x 210 mm)A4 (210 x 297 mm)A4+ (223 x 356 mm)B5 (182 x 257 mm)Letter (216 x 279 mm)Letter+ (229 x 338 mm)

3. Printable Area2-9BJC-6000Part 2: Product Specifications3mm7.0mm3.4mm3.4mm(1) 22.5mm(2) 27.0mm(1) 18.5mm(2) 26.5mm3mm7.0mm6.4mm 6.3mm29.2mm29.2mmA4+

Target ReadersThis manual is published by Canon Inc. for qualified persons and contains the necessary technicalinformation for technical theory, insta

2.3 Interface Specifications1) Interface typeIEEE1284-compatible parallel interface2) Data transfer method8-bit parallel (supporting nibble/ECP mode)3

Nibble modeNo. Signal I/O No. Signal I/O1 HostClk IN 19 Signal Gnd ...2 Data1 IN/OUT 20 Signal Gnd ...3 Data2 IN/OUT 21 Signal Gnd ...4 Data3 IN/OUT 2

8) I/O signalsCompatible Mode:STROBE (Input)This signal asks the printer to read Data 1 to Data 8. This signal becomes validafter the BUSY signal goe

SELECT IN (Input)When this signal is "H," the DC1/DC3 code is enabled; and when this signal is "L,"the DC1/DC3 code is disabled.

Data Avail (Output)In the reverse data transmission phase, this signal serves as bit 0 and bit 4 of datato be sent. During negotiation, this signal t

Host Ack (Input)When data is to be sent from the host computer to the printer, this signal is usedto tell whether the data the host computer has outpu

Part 2: Product SpecificationsBJC-60002-160000 0000Bit0 Bit4Bit1 Bit5Bit3 Bit7Bit2 Bit61284 ActiveAck Data ReqData (1~ 8)Host BusyHost ClkPtr ClkPtr B

Part 3OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONSPage3 - 1 1. PRINTER SETUP3 - 1 1.1 Unpacking3 - 2 1.2 Installation Location3 - 3 1.3 Installation3 -10 1.4 Names of Parts

1. PRINTER SETUP1.1 UnpackingAfter unpacking, make sure the items below are included:3-1BJC-6000Part 3: Operating InstructionsFigure 3-1 PackagingQuic

I. ABOUT THIS MANUALThis manual is divided into five parts containing the information required for servicingthe BJC-6000 printer.Part 1: Safety and P

1.2 Installation LocationTo ensure optimum performance, install the printer where there is adequate space.The figure below illustrates the printer&apo

1.3 InstallationSet up the printer as follows.1.3.1 Connecting the interface cable1) Make sure both the printer and the computer are switched OFF.2) C

1.3.3 Installing the BJ cartridgesThis printer can be used with the Black, Color, and Photo BJ cartridges, in thefollowing combinations : Black/Color

b) Installing the BJ cartridgesOpen the printer cover to install the BJ cartridges on the carriage. Install the ColorBJ cartridge on the right side o

c) Installing the ink tanksPeel off the protective film from the ink tank, and slowly turn the protective cap off.Install the ink tanks in the BJ cart

e) Replacing the ink tanksFor the Black, Color and Photo BJ cartridges, each ink tank can be individuallyreplaced.1) When to replace the ink tankRepla

f) Cartridge containerThis printer comes with a BJ cartridge container to store BJ cartridges. Once youhave removed a BJ cartridge from the printer,

1.3.4 Aligning the print headsAs there are two BJ cartridges installed in this printer, even a slight difference in sizeor seating position between th

1.4 Names of Parts and Their FunctionsThe main parts of the printer and their functions are illustrated below.Part 3: Operating InstructionsBJC-60003-

2. TRANSPORTING THE PRINTERWhen carrying or transporting the printer, keep BJ cartridges installed in the printer, orstored in the cartridge container

II. TABLE OF CONTENTSPagePart 1: SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS1 - 1 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS1 - 1 1.1 Moving Parts1 - 2 1.2 Ink Stains1 - 2 1.2.1 Ink paths1 -

Part 3: Operating InstructionsBJC-60003-123. PRINTER SERVICE FUNCTIONS3.1 Error IndicationsThis printer displays errors with the indicator lamp and bu

3.2 Description of Error IndicationsErrors recoverable by users:1) Paper feed errorPaper feed operation fails to feed paper.2) Paper jam errorPaper ej

3.3 BJ Status MonitorThe BJ status monitor window shows the printer's conditions and print-job progress.You can stop the print-job from this wind

3.4 Function SettingsAs this printer has no physical function selectors, function settings can be set by usingthe Canon printer driver.3.4.1 Function

3.5 Off-line OperationsThis printer has three operations which can be performed independent of the computer:To select these operations, while holding

3.5.3 Roller cleaningWith the printer powered on, hold down the RESUMEbutton and after confirming threebeeps, release the RESUMEbutton. The roller cl

3.6 Service ModeThis printer has a service mode for service-related settings or performing test printing.The operator panel buttons are used to enter

3.6.2 Service/factory test printThe service/factory test print displays, in the header portion, such information as thecontrol ROM version, model sett

3.6.3 EEPROM information printThe EEPROM stores such information as function settings, total sheets passed withthe Black/Color or Photo/Color cartridg

3.6.4 Resetting EEPROMThe EEPROM stores such information as function settings, total sheets passed withthe Black/Color or Photo/Color cartridge, total

Page3 - 9 1.3.4 Aligning the print heads3 -10 1.4 Names of Parts and Their Functions3 -11 2. TRANSPORTING THE PRINTER3 -11 2.1 Transporting the Printe

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Part 4TECHNICALREFERENCEPage4 - 1 1. OVERVIEW4 - 1 1.1 Printer Block Diagram4 - 2 1.2 Power On Sequence Flowchart4 - 3 1.3 Flow of Print Signals4 - 4

1. OVERVIEW1.1 Printer Block Diagram4-1BJC-6000Part 4: Technical ReferenceCN602CN403 CN402+24V DCCN502CN503CN501+5V DCCN603Purge UnitMechanicalPurgeSe

1.2 Power On Sequence FlowchartThis flowchart shows the initial sequence this printer goes through from power-on toon-line.Part 4: Technical Reference

1.3 Flow of Print SignalsThe following outlines the flow of signals as the printer receives data from the hostcomputer and prints it.a) The data from

1.4 Print DrivingThe printer sends the control signals to the head in order to allow the head to dischargeink for printing. These signals consist of

b) Color/Photo BJ cartridge controlThe Color/Photo BJ cartridge has 144 (48 x 3) nozzles. Each nozzle has two heaterboards in an array, large and sma

1.4.2 Print drive methodThe head can be driven in one of the following six drive methods: 180 x 180 dpi (largedot), 360 x 360 dpi (large dot), 360 x 3

b) 180 x180 dpi (large dot, forward direction) control mode In this mode, only 8 out of 16 nozzles in one block will be heated. This allows thecarria

Page4 -18 3.1.3 Purge unit4 -18 3.1.4 Paper feed unit4 -19 3.2 BJ Cartridge4 -19 3.2.1 Construction of the Black BJ cartridge4 -20 3.2.2 Construction

g) Reverse direction print modeIn the reverse direction print mode, printing takes place similarly, except that thenozzles are heated in the reverse o

1.5 Power-Off Sequence FlowchartUnplugging the power cord to turn off the printer causes the printer toshut off immediately, possibly stopping the ca

2. FIRMWARE2.1 InterfaceThis printer's interface supports compatible mode, nibble mode, and ECP mode incompliance with the IEEE 1284 Parallel In

2.1.2 Nibble modeThe Nibble mode is used to transfer data to the host computer. It is in this mode thatthe printer sends the printer status data to t

2.1.3 ECP modeThe ECP mode allows data to be transferred bi-directionally between the printer andhost computer. This mode also allows 2 byte data tra

2.2 Print Control2.2.1 Print modeThe printer adjusts the carriage action and paper feed action according to theinstalled cartridges, selected print me

*1 (large)-printed with large drops; (small)-printed with small drops; (large/small)-printed withlarge and small drops*2 Number of printing passes/Pri

2.3 Automatic Printing Position Alignment FunctionThis printer features the automatic printing position alignment function so that thedifference betwe

2.4 Pause Between ScanningThis printer features pause between-scanning to prevent bleeding and white cloudingbe caused by differences in characteristi

3. PRINTER'S MECHANICAL SYSTEM3.1 OverviewThe printer's mechanical system is comprised of the BJ cartridges, carriage unit, purgeunit, pape

5 - 8 5.1.1 EEPROM setting5 - 8 5.1.2 Carriage belt tension adjustment5 - 8 5.1.3 ASF gear position adjustment5 - 8 5.1.4 Head gap adjustment5 - 9 5.2

3.1.3 Purge unitThe purge unit, driven by the paper feed motor, is comprised of the wiper, pump, cap,and carriage lock unit. The wiper unit keeps the

3.2. BJ Cartridge3.2.1 Construction of the Black BJ cartridgeThe Black BJ cartridge has a 160-nozzle multi-drop bubble jet head and a detachableblac

3.2.2 Construction of the Color and Photo BJ cartridgesColor and Photo BJ Cartridges come equipped with a multi-drop bubble jet headcomprised of 48 no

3.2.3 Construction of the bubble jet head unita) Bubble jet nozzleInk absorbed in the ink sponge will be filtered through the mesh ink filter, then fe

b) Nozzle arrangementThe bubble jet nozzles are lined up vertically at 1/360 inch pitch in one column.Color and Photo BJ cartridge have 8 dummy nozzle

4-23BJC-6000Part 4: Technical ReferenceTABLE 4-2 SIGNAL CONTACTSPin No1, 2, 34, 65 ,7, 8, 10911121314, 161517181920212223242526272829303132SignalHVHSU

d) Cartridge identificationThis printer uses 5 signals, HCLOCK (Pin 13), HDATA (Pin 9), HLAT (Pin 19), HRSTX(Pin 29), and DIR (Pin 28) to communicate

4-25BJC-6000Part 4: Technical Reference3.3 Purge Unit3.3.1 Function of the purge unitThe purge unit keeps the BJ cartridge nozzles in good working co

Part 4: Technical ReferenceBJC-60004-263.3.2 Construction of the purge unita) Purge drive gearReceives the power of the feed roller driven by the pap

d) PumpThe pump is a tube pump type that applies the pressure of turning rollers to the inktube to create negative pressure for sucking ink. Applying