RICOH PRIPORT VT 2000 SERIES

(VT2100/2130/2150/2300/2500)

SERVICE MANUAL
 SECTION 1
OVERALL MACHINE
INFORMATION
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1. SPECIFICATIONS
VT2300/VT2500
Configuration: Desktop

Master processing: Digital

Printing process: Full automatic one drum stencil system

Original type: Sheet

Original size: Maximum 307 mm x 432 mm (12.0" x 17.0")

Minimum 90 mm x 140 mm (3.6" x 5.5")

Reproduction ratios: 3 Enlargement and 3 Reduction

LT Version A4 Version
Enlargement 141% 141%
127% 122%
115% 115%
Full Size 100% 100%
Reduction 93% 93%
75% 82%
64% 71%

Image mode: Line/Photo

Color Printing: Drum Unit replacement system

Master feed/eject: Roll master automatic feed/eject

Printing area: Maximum: 250 mm x 350 mm (9.8" x 13.7") at

20°C/ 65 % RH.

Leading edge margin: 10 ± 3 mm at "0" position

Print paper size: Minimum: 90 mm x 148 mm (3.6" x 5.8")

Maximum: 325 mm x 447 mm (12.8" x 17.6")

Print paper weight: 50 g/m2 to 215 g/m2

Printing speed: 60, 75, 90, 105, 120 sheets/minute (5 steps)

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First print time: 34.5 seconds (B4 size)

31.5 seconds (A4 Size)

Paper feed table 1000 sheets (66.3 g/m2 /17.6 lb)

capacity:

Paper delivery table 500 sheets (66.3 g/m2 / 17.6 lb)

capacity:

Power source: 110V, 60 Hz ..................... 6.0A

120 V, 60 Hz .................... 5.5 A
220/240 V, 50/60 Hz ........ 2.7 A

Power consumption: 110/120 V version: 430 W

220/240 V version: 470 W

Weight: 120 V version: 102 kg (224.8 lb)

220/240 V version: 107 kg (235.8 lb)
Optional Table: 26 kg (57.3 lb)

Dimensions: Stored: 735 mm x 607 mm x 577 mm

(W x D x H) (29.0" x 23.9" x 22.8")
Set up: 1279 mm x 607 mm x 656 mm
(50.4" x 23.9" x 25.9")
Table: 640 mm x 570 mm x 455 mm
(25.2" x 22.4" x 17.9")

ADF original capacity: 20 sheets (66 g/m2) or 1.8 mm height

Original guide width 98 mm to 316 mm (38.6" to 12.44")

settings:

Original scanning time: 3 ms/1 line

Original thickness: 0.05 mm to 0.8 mm

Original feed speed: 20.8 mm/second (When master processing)

41.7 mm/second (When not master processing)

Pixel density: 16 dots/mm

Master eject box 25 masters (Normal condition)

capacity: 20 masters (10°C/30% RH Condition)

Paper feeding: Friction roller/center separation system

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Feed table side plate 88 mm to 330 mm (3.46" to 12.99")

width settings:

Paper feed roller Normal position ................ 250 g

pressure: Thick paper position......... 550 g

Separation roller Normal position ................ 180 g

pressure: Weak position .................. 70 g

Side registration: ± 10 mm (manual)

Vertical registration: ± 20 mm (mechanical)

Ink Supply: Automatic ink supply system

Press roller pressure: 10 ± 0.3 kg

Paper Delivery: Air knife/vacuum delivery

Delivery side plate width 80 mm to 320 mm (3.15" to 12.6")

settings:

Print counter: 7 digits

Master counter: 6 digits

Supplies:

Priport Thermal master 280 mm width

Master VT-M:
(16 dots/mm)
Master roll 250 masters/1 roll
Roll diameter 130 mm
Master length 480 mm/1 master
Max run length 2000 prints

Ink Colors: Black, Red, Blue, Green, Brown

(500 cc/pack)

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VT2100 Series (VT2100, VT2130, VT2150)

Configuration: Desk top

Master processing: Digital

Printing process: Full automatic one drum stencil system

Original type: Sheet

Original size: Maximum 307 mm x 432 mm (12.0" x 17.0")

Reproduction ratios: LT version: 100 %, 93 %, 75 %, 64 %

A4 version: 100 %, 93 %, 82 %, 71 %

Image mode: Line/Photo

Color printing: Drum unit replacement system

Master feed/eject: Roll master automatic feed/eject

Master processing area: VT2100: Maximum 256 mm x 354 mm

(10.1" x 13.9")
VT2130: Maximum 216 mm x 354 mm
(8.5" x 13.9")
VT2150: Maximum 216 mm x 287 mm
(8.5" x 11.3")

Printing area: VT2100: Maximum 250 mm x 350 mm

(9.8" x 13.7") at 20°C/65 % RH
VT2130: Maximum 210 mm x 350 mm
(8.3" x 13.7") at 20°C/65% RH
VT2150: Maximum 210 mm x 283 mm
(8.3" x 11.1") at 20°C/65% RH

Leading edge margin: 10 mm

Print paper size: Minimum 90 mm x 148 mm (3.6" x 5.8")

Maximum 297 mm x 442 mm (11.6" X 17.4")

Print paper weight: 50 g/m2 to 215 g/m2

Print speed: 60, 75, 90, 105, 120 sheets/minute (5 steps)

First print time: VT2100: 35 seconds (B4 size)

VT2130: 35 seconds (LG size)
VT2150: 31 Seconds (A4 size)

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Paper feed table capacity 1000 sheets (66.3 g/m2 / 17.6 lb)

Paper delivery table 500 sheets (66.3 g/m2 / 17.6 lb)

capacity:

Power source: 220/240V, 50/60 Hz ......... 2.7A

120V, 60 Hz ..................... 5.5 A
110V, 60 Hz ..................... 6.0 A

Power consumption: 110/120 V version: 430 W

220/240 V version: 470 W

Weight: 110/120 V version: 100 kg (220.4 lb)

220/240 V version 105 kg (233.7 lb)
Optional table: 26 kg (57.3 lb)

Dimensions: When stored: 735 mm x 607 mm x 569 mm

(W x D x H) (29.0" x 23.9" x 22.4")
When set up: 1279 mm x 607 mm x 656 mm
(50.4" x 23.9" x 25.9")
Table only: 640 mm x 570 mm x 455 mm
(25.2" x 22.4 x 17.9")

Original guide 98 mm to 316 mm (38.6" to 12.44")

width-settings:

Original scanning time: 3 ms/1 line

Original thickness: 0.06 mm to 0.5 mm

Original feed speed: 20.8 mm/second

Pixel density: 16 dots/mm

Master eject box 25 masters (at normal conditions)

capacity: 20 masters (at 10°C/30 % RH)

Paper feeding: Friction roller/center separation system

Feed table side plate 88 mm to 317 mm (3.46" to 12.48")

width settings:

Paper feed roller Normal position ............... 250 g

pressure: Thick paper position......... 550 g

Separation roller Normal position ................ 180 g

pressure: Weak position .................. 70 g

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Side registration: ±10 mm (manual)

Vertical registration: ±20 mm (mechanical)

Paper table raising / 22 mm/second (50 Hz)

lowering speed: 26 mm/second (60 Hz)

Ink supply: Automatic ink supply system

Pressure roller pressure: 10 ± 0.3 kg

Paper delivery: Air knife/vacuum delivery

Delivery side plate 80 mm to 320 mm (3.15" to 12.6")

width settings:

Print counter: 7 digits

Master counter: 6 digits

Supplies:

Priport Master VT-M for VT2100:

(16 dots/mm) Thermal master 280 mm width
Master roll 250 masters/1 roll
Master length 480 mm/1 master
Max run length 2000 prints

Priport Master VT-S for VT2130/VT2150:

Thermal master 240 mm width
Max run length 2000 prints

VT2130: Master roll 250 masters/1 roll

Master length 480 mm/1 master

VT2150: Master roll 300 masters/1 roll

Master length 413 mm/1 master

Ink: 500 cc ink pack

Colors: Black, Red, Blue, Green, Brown

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---- MEMO ----

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2. GUIDE TO COMPONENTS AND THEIR

FUNCTIONS
(Paper Feed Side)

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No. Name Function

1. ADF Unit Feeds the original to the printing position

(VT2300/2500) automatically.
2. ADF Unit Open Use to open the ADF unit.
Button
(VT2300/2500)
3. Original Guides Adjust these guides to position the originals
correctly.
4. Original Table Place the originals on this table.
5. Original Table Use to open the original table unit to the left for
Release Lever master installation.
6. Feed Roller Use to adjust the contact pressure of the paper
Pressure Lever feed roller according to paper thickness.
7. Separation Roller Use to adjust the separation roller pressure to
Pressure Lever prevent double feed.
8. Paper Feed Side Use to prevent paper skew.
Plate
9. Paper Feed Table Set the paper on this table.
10. Side Plate Fine Use to shift the paper feed table sideways.
Adjusting Dial
11. Front Door Open for access to the inside of the machine.
12. Paper Delivery Table Completed prints are delivered here.
13. Operation Panel Operator controls and indicators are located here.
14. ADF On/Off Select When setting originals one sheet at a time, set this
Switch switch to the Off position.
(VT2300/2500)
15. Original Tray Originals used to make a master are delivered to
this tray.

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(Paper Delivery Side)

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No. Name Function

16. Master Cut Button Press this button to cut the master paper leading
edge after installing a new master roll.
17. Pressure Release Use to install the master roll, or to clean the
Lever thermal head.
18. Drum Rotating Press to replace the drum or to remove misfed
Button paper.
19. Drum Unit The master paper is wrapped around this unit.
20. Ink Holder Set the ink cartridge in this holder.
21. Main Switch Use to turn the power on or off.
22. Small Size Paper Use to align the leading edge of small-sized (less
Delivery End Plate than A4/LT) prints.
(for smaller than
A4/LT)
23. Paper Delivery End Use to align the leading edge of prints larger than
Plate (for larger A4/LT.
than A4/LT)
24. Paper Delivery Use to align the prints on the paper delivery table.
Side Plate
25. Master Eject Open when removing the master eject container.
Container Cover
26. Memory/Class switch Use to select memory or class mode.
(VT2300/2500)
27. Skip Paper Feed Use to adjust paper feed interval or a misted
Switch (VT2300/2500) master.
Printing Density Use to select the printing density according to the
Select Switch type and quality of the original.
(VT2100/2130/2150)
28. Master Eject Unit Press to remove misfed paper or a misfed master.
Open Button

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3. OPERATION PANEL
VT2300/VT2500

1 2

20 19 18 17 16 15 14

1. Reset Key Press to reset error indicators.

2. Make-up Key Press to use the make-up function (VT2500 only).
3. Number Keys Press to enter the number of prints.
4. Stop Key Press to stop the machine operation. The machine
will continue operation when the Print Start key or
Master Making key is pressed.
5. Clear Modes Key Press to cancel all previously entered settings and
modes.
6. Master Making Press to make a master.
Key
7. Print Start Key Press to start printing.
8. Proof Key Press to make trial prints or extra prints.
9. Clear Key Press to change the number set in the counter.
Also use to change the make-up mode (VT2500
only). This key can be used only after the machine
stops operation.
10. Memory/Class Key Use to select group printing in Memory mode or
Class mode.
11. Lower Paper Feed Press to lower the paper feed table.
Table Key
12. Image Position Press to shift the image forwards or backwards on
Keys the print paper.

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3 4 5

13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6

13. Speed Keys Press to adjust the rotation speed of the machine
according to the type of image and printing paper.
14. Auto Cycle Key Use to automatically process masters and make
prints.
15. Full Size Key Press to make prints the same size as the original.
16. Reduce/Enlarge Press to reduce or enlarge the image.
Key
17. Printing Density Press to make prints darker or lighter.
Key
18. Image Mode Key Press to select line mode or photo mode according
to the type and quality of the original.
19. Combine 2 Press to combine two originals onto one print
Originals Key image.
20. Monitors Light or blink when a non-standard condition
occurs within the machine.

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VT2100/VT2130/VT2150

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1. Reset Key Press to reset error indicators.

2. Indicators Light or blink when a non-standard condition
occurs within the machine.
3. Auto Cycle Key Use to automatically process masters and make
prints.
4. Reduction Key Press to reduce the image.
5. Image Position Press to shift the image forwards or backwards on
Keys the print paper.
6. Number Keys Press to enter the number of prints.
7. Counter Displays the number of prints entered. While
printing, it shows the number of uncompleted
prints.
8. Memory Display Displays the number of the memory location that
will be used to store the number of copies. The
print number for up to 10 jobs can be stored at
once.
9. Print Start Key Press to start printing.
10. Master Making Press to make a master.
Key
11. Proof Key Press to make trial prints or extra prints.
12. Stop Key Press to stop the machine operation. The machine
will continue operation when the Print Start key or
Master Making key is pressed.

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15 14 13 12 11 10 9

13. Memory Key Use to select memory location number.

14. Clear Key Press to change the number set in the counter.
This key can be used only after the machine stops
operation.
15. Speed Keys Press to adjust the rotation speed of the machine
according to the type of image and printing paper.
16. Image Mode Key Press to select line mode or photo mode according
to the type and quality of the original.
17. Combine 2 Press to combine two originals onto one print
Originals Key image.
18. Lower Paper Feed Press to lower the paper feed table.
Table Key

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4. PRINTING PROCESS

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1. Master Ejecting: Eject the used master wrapped around the drum
into the master eject box.
2. Scanning: Scan the original image by CCD through the mirror
and the lens while feeding the original.
3. Master Feeding: Convert the image signal read by CCD into the
digital signal and send it to the thermal head to
make holes on the surface of the master and then,
set the master around the drum.
4. Paper Feeding: Send paper to the drum section by using center
separation system consisting of the separation
plate and separation roller.
5. Printing: Press the paper fed from the paper feed section to
the drum to transfer the ink through drum screen
and the master.
6. Paper Delivering: Peel the printed paper with the Exit Pawl and Air
knife and eject the paper onto the paper delivery
table.

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5. ELECTRICAL COMPONENT LAYOUT

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1. Original Registration Sensor 14. Paper Size Detection Sensor 1

2. 2nd Original Sensor (VT2300/VT2500)
3. Original Pressure Solenoid 15. Paper Size Detection Board
(VT2300/VT2500) (VT2300/VT2500)
4. Original Transport Motor 16. Cutter Motor
5. Fluorescent Lamp Stabilizer 17. Left Cutter Switch
6. Right Cutter Switch 18. Master Buckle Sensor
7. Power Supply PCB 19. Master Eject Motor
8. Thermal Head Drive Control PCB 20. Master Eject Solenoid
9.Thermal Head 21. Master Box Switch
10. Master End Sensor 22. Master Eject Sensor
11. Master Feed Motor 23. ADF Drive Motor (VT2300/VT2500)
12. Paper Size Detection Sensor 3 24. 1st Original Sensor
(VT2300/VT2500) (VT2300/VT2500)
13. Paper Size Detection Sensor 2 25. Fluorescent Lamp
(VT2300/VT2500)

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26. Master Eject Clamper Solenoid 35. Paper Feed Solenoid

27. Ink Detection PCB 36. Paper Table Drive Motor
28. Master Feed Clamper Solenoid 37. Drum Rotation Sensor
29. Master Eject Unit Safety Switch 38. Main Motor
30. Image Shift Motor 39. Printing Pressure Solenoid
31. Reverse Roller Solenoid 40. AC Drive PCB
32. Encoder 41. 1st Paper Exit Sensor
33. 1st Drum Position Sensor 42. 2nd Paper Exit Sensor
34. 2nd Drum Position Sensor

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44 45
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64

43. CCD PCB 61. Copy Counter

44. A/D Conversion PCB 62. Master Counter
45. Master Cutter Switch 63. Interlock Switch
46. Scanner Safety Switch 64. Circuit Breaker
47. Drum Master Detection Sensor 65. Main Switch
(VT2300/VT2500) 66. Air Knife Motor
48. Operation Panel 67. Vacuum Motor
49. Drum Rotation Switch 68. Full Master Detecting Switch
50. Front Door Safety Switch 69. Pressure Plate Position Switch
51. Drum Safety Switch 70. Memory/Class Switch
52. Ink Supply Solenoid (VT2300/VT2500)
53. Main Control Board 71. Skip Paper Feed Switch
54. Paper Table Height Sensor (VT2300/VT2500)
55. Image Processing PCB Printing Density Switch
56. Drum Lock Solenoid (VT2100 /VT2130/VT2150)
57. Paper End Sensor 72. A.D.F. Safety Switch
58. Paper Table Safety Switch (VT2300/VT2500)
59. Paper Table Lower Limit Sensor
60. Printing Pressure Sensor

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6. ELECTRICAL COMPONENT DESCRIPTIONS

INDEX NAME FUNCTION P to P
No. LOCATION
Motors
4 Original Transport Motor Transports the original to the scanner A-4
section.
11 Master Feed Motor Feeds the master to the drum. E-3
16 Cutter Motor Cut the master. F-6
19 Master Eject Motor Sends used master into the master F-7
eject box.
23 ADF Drive Motor Feeds the original to the scanner A-4
section. (VT2300/2500
only)
30 Image shift Motor Changes the timing between the paper F-8
feed roller and the drum to adjust
vertical image position.
36 Paper Table Drive Motor Raises and lowers the paper table. F-5
38 Main Motor Drives paper feed, drum, printing and F-4
paper delivery unit components.
66 Air Knife Motor Rotates the fan to separate the paper F-7
leading edge from the drum.
67 Vacuum Motor Provides suction so paper is held firmly F-5
on the transport belt.
Solenoids
3 Original Pressure Solenoid Presses the original pressure plate A-4
down on the originals. (VT2300/2500
only)
20 Master Eject Solenoid Moves the master eject roller to contact F-6
the drum surface.
26 Master Eject Clamper Opens the master clamp to eject the F-8
Solenoid master.
28 Master Feed Clamper Opens the master clamp to clamp the F-8
Solenoid master.
31 Reverse Roller Solenoid Releases the clutch to rotate the F-6
reverse roller.
35 Paper Feed Solenoid Releases the paper feed sector gear to F-8
rotate the paper feed roller.
39 Printing Pressure Solenoid Moves the press roller against the drum. F-8
52 Ink Supply Solenoid Releases the spring clutch to activate F-7
the ink supply pump.
56 Drum Lock Solenoid Prevents removal of the drum unit F-7
unless the drum is at the original stop
position
(This solenoid can be used on the
VT2300/VT2500).

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INDEX NAME FUNCTION P to P

No. LOCATION
Switches
6 Right Cutter Switch Detects when the cutter position is far F-6
right.
17 Left Cutter Switch Detects when the cutter position is far F-6
left.

21 Master Box Switch Checks whether the master eject box is F-7
installed correctly or not. (VT2300/2500)
F-6
(VT2100/2130
/2150)
29 Master Eject Unit Safety Checks whether the Master Eject Unit F-4
Switch is closed correctly or not.
45 Master Cut Switch Informs the CPU to cut the master F-8
paper leading edge. (VT2300/2500)
F-7
(VT2100/2130
/2150)
46 Scanner Safety Switch Checks whether the scanner unit is F-4
closed correctly or not.
49 Drum Rotation Switch Informs the CPU to rotate the main A-6
motor at 10 rpm.
50 Front Door Safety Switch Checks whether the Front Door is set F-4
correctly or not.
51 Drum Safety Switch Checks whether the drum unit is set B-6
correctly or not.
58 Paper Table Safety Switch Checks whether the paper table is F-4
opened correctly or not.
63 Interlock Switch Releases the cover safety functions. F-4
65 Main Switch Turns the power on or off. B-1
68 Full Master Detecting Informs the CPU when the master eject F-7
Switch box is full of masters. (VT2300/2500)
F-6
(VT2100/2130
/2150)
69 Pressure Plate Position Informs the CPU when the pressure F-7
Switch plate has reached the home position. (VT2300/2500)
F-6
(VT2100/2130
/2150)
70 Memory/Class Switch Selects Memory or Class mode. C-4
(VT2300/2500
only)

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INDEX NAME FUNCTION P to P

No. LOCATION
71 Skip Paper Feed Switch Adjusts paper feed interval to allow C-4
(VT2300/VT2500) time for user to remove prints. (VT2300/2500)
Printing Density Switch Use to select the printing density C-3
(VT2100 series) according to the type and quality of the (VT2100/2130
original. /2150)
72 ADF Safety Switch Check whether the ADF unit is set B-4
correctly or not. (VT2300/2500
only)
Sensors
1 Original Registration Informs the CPU when the original A-3
Sensor leading edge reaches the exposure
glass.
2 2nd Original Sensor Detects when the original is set. A-3
10 Master End Sensor Informs the CPU when the plotter unit F-6
runs out of master roll.
12 Paper Size Detection Detects the size of the paper set on the E-5
Sensor 3 paper table. (VT2300/2500
only)
13 Paper Size Detection Detects the size of the paper set on the E-5
Sensor 2 paper table. (VT2300/2500
only)

14 Paper Size Detection Detects the size of the paper set on the E-5
Sensor 1 paper table. (VT2300/2500
only)
18 Master Buckle Sensor Detects the master buckle existence. F-6
22 Master Eject Sensor Detects when the used master is sent F-7
into the master eject box. (VT2300/2500)
F-6
(VT2100/2130
/2150)
24 1st Original Sensor Detects when the original is set in the A-4
ADF mode. (VT2300/2500
only)
33 1st Drum Position Sensor Checks the position of the drum. F-8
34 2nd Drum Position Sensor Checks the position of the drum. F-8
37 Drum Rotation Sensor Supplies timing pulses to the main F-8
board.
41 1st Paper Exit Sensor Misfeed detector. A-5
42 2nd Paper Exit Sensor Misfeed detector. A-5
47 Drum Master Detection Checks whether the master is on the F-6
Sensor drum. (VT2300/2500
only)
54 Paper Table Height Detects when the paper table reaches A-6
Sensor the paper feed position.

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INDEX NAME FUNCTION P to P

No. LOCATION
57 Paper End Sensor Informs the CPU when the paper table F-5
runs out of paper. (VT2300/2500)
B-6
(VT2100/2130
/2150)
59 Paper Table Lower Limit Detects when the paper table reaches A-6
Sensor the lowest position.
69 Printing Pressure Sensor Informs the CPU when the printing A-6
pressure is applied.
Printed Circuit Board
7 Power Supply PCB Rectifies 100V AC input and supplies D-1
DC voltage.
8 Thermal Head Drive Supplies the power to the Thermal E-2
Control PCB Head according to the signal from the
scanner section.
27 Ink Detection PCB Control the ink supply. F-7
40 AC Drive PCB Controls the AC component by relays. E-5
43 CCD PCB Converts the light intensity into the A-2
electrical signal.
44 A/D Conversion PCB Converts the analogue signal into the B-3
digital signal.
48 Operation Panel Controls the LED performance and A-8
monitors the key operation.
53 Main Control PCB Controls all machine functions both C-6
directly and through other boards.
55 Image Processing PCB Controls the master processing C-3
performance.
Printed Circuit Board
15 Paper Size Detection Detects the size of the paper set on the E-5
Board table. (VT2300/2500
only)
Counters
61 Copy Counter Keeps track of the total number of A-7
copies made.
62 Master Counter Keeps track of the total number of A-7
masters made.
Others
5 Fluorescent Lamp Stabilizes the power supplement to the B-3
Stabilizer Fluorescent Lamp.
9 Thermal Head Plots the master with heat. F-2
25 Fluorescent Lamp Applies light to the original for exposure. A-3
32 Encoder Converts 16 image positions to 4 bit F-7
data.
64 Circuit Breaker Cuts the ac line off. B-1

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7. MECHANICAL COMPONENT LAYOUT

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1. Thermal Head 21. Mirror

2. Platen Roller 22. Master Eject Box
3. Master Feed Roller 23. Exit Pawl
4. CCD 24. Air Knife
5. Lens 25. Delivery Table
6. Reverse Roller 26. Delivery Guide Plate
7. Ink Roller 27. Vacuum Unit
8. Drum Unit 28. Press Roller
9. 1st Eject Roller 29. Doctor Roller
10. 2nd Eject Roller 30. 2nd Feed Roller

11. Original Pressure Plate 31. Lower Separation Roller

(2300/2500) 32. Separation Plate
12. Pull-out Roller (2300/2500) 33. Paper Feed Side Plate
13. Separation Blade (2300/2500) 34. Paper Feed Table
14. Original Feed Roller (2300/2500) 35. Paper Feed Roller
15. 1st Original Transport Roller 36. Upper Separation Roller
16. Exposure Grass 37. Ink Holder
17. 2nd Original Transport Roller 38. Master Spool
18. Fluorescent Lamp
19. Original Exit Tray
20. Feed Sub Mirror

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SECTIONAL DESCRIPTION
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1. ORIGINAL FEED SECTION

1.1 OVERALL: VT2300/VT2500

[I] [G] [E] [B] [A]

[J] [K] [L] [H] [F] [D] [C]

[J]: 2nd Original Transport Rollers

[K]: Exposure Glass
[L]: Fluorescent Lamp

There are two original feed modes in this model.

ADF Mode: The originals [I] set on the original table are detected by the
1st original sensor [A]. When the Master Making key is
pressed, the original pressure plate [B] presses the originals
down. The pull-out roller [C] starts moving the lowest original
forward at the same time. The lowest original is separated
from the other originals by the original feed roller [D] and the
separation blade [E]. When the 2nd original sensor [F] de-
tects the original, the 1st original transport rollers [G] start
rotating. The rollers stop after the original activates the origi-
nal registration sensor [H]. The 1st original transport rollers
start rotating again after the drum section completes the
preparation for the master making.
SADF Mode: The separation blade [E] is released in the SADF mode. The
original on the original table is fed to the starting position
when the 2nd original sensor [F] detects the original.

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1.2 OVERALL: VT2100/VT2130/VT2150

[I] [G]

[J] [K] [L] [H] [F]

[J]: 2nd Original Transport Rollers

[K]: Exposure Glass
[L]: Fluorescent Lamp
[H]: Original Registration Sensor

The original [I] set on the original table is detected by the 2nd original
sensor [F]. At the same time, the 1st original transport rollers [G] and 2nd
original transport rollers [J] start rotating and feed the original to the original
start position where is 12 mm far from the guide plate. The original
transport rollers start rotating again after the drum section completes the
preparation for the master making.

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1.3 ORIGINAL FEED DRIVE MECHANISM: VT2300/VT2500

[J]
[A]

[B]

(f) [E]
[D]
(e)
[C]
(d) (c) (b)
(a)
[I] [G]

[H] [F]

[J] [D]

The original transport rollers [A] are driven by the original transport motor
[B], which is a stepper motor. The original feed rollers [J] are driven by the
ADF drive motor [C] through a series of gears [(a) to (f)]. The ADF drive
motor is a dc motor. The pull-out rollers [D] are driven by the ADF motor
through a drive belt [E].

The original pressure plate [F] is pressed down on the originals by the
original pressure solenoid [G]. The separation blade [H] is moved up and
down by the ADF ON/OFF select switch [I].

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1.4 ORIGINAL FEED DRIVE MECHANISM: VT2100/VT2130

/VT2150

[E]
[H]
[I]
[D]
[F]
[G]

[A]
[B] [C]

When the actuator [A] is pressed down by the original, the 2nd original
sensor [B] is activated and the original transport motor [C] starts rotating.
The rotation of the original transport motor is transmitted to belts [D] and [E]
to turn the lower first original transport roller and lower second original
transport roller. At the same time, both the upper original transport rollers
[F] contact the first and second lower original transport rollers due to
pressure from the springs [G]. The rollers rotate and the original is fed.

When the actuator [H] is pressed down by the original, the original
registration sensor [I] is activated and the original transport motor stops.

When the Master Making key is pressed, the original transport motor rotates
to read the original after the master eject process is finished.

The distance between the sensors is 50 millimeters. If the original

registration sensor is not activated within five seconds, "A" and
indications blink.

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1.5 ELECTRICAL TIMING: VT2300/VT2500

(One Original):
Insert Original

2nd Drum Position Sensor

Master Making Key
T1
1st Original Sensor
Fluorescent Lamp
T2 T7
ADF Drive Motor
Original Pressure Solenoid
T3 425 ms
2nd Original Sensor
Original Feeds 25 mm
Original Registration Sensor Drum
Rotates T6
Original Transport Motor T4 Original
120° Feeds 14 mm
Master Feed Motor T5
Master Feeds 438 mm
Read Command

T4: Original

Guide Plate
Exposure Glass Original Stop Position
12 mm
Scanning Position
16 mm

T1: When originals are inserted in the ADF unit, the 1st original sensor is
activated.
T2: When the Master Making key is pressed, the ADF drive motor starts
rotating and the pull-out roller and original feed roller feed the 1st
original. At the same time, the original pressure solenoid is energized
and the pressure plate presses the originals against the pull-out
rollers.
T3: When the 2nd original sensor detects the original, which is separated
by the separation blade and the original feed roller, the original
transport motor starts rotating and the transport rollers start rotating.
T4: One original is fed and when the original registration sensor detects
the original, the original transport motor stops the original position is
then as shown above.
T5: After the master eject process is finished and the second drum
position sensor is activated, the drum rotates 120 degrees more and
then the original transport motor turns on.

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T6: After the original is fed 14 millimeters, master feeding and master
making start.
T7: The ADF drive motor and the original pressure solenoid are turned off
425 mseconds after the 2nd original sensor detects the original.
If 2nd original sensor is not activated within 2.3 seconds after
pressing the Master Making key, the Original Misfeed indicator (A +
) will start blinking.

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(Make-up mode): VT2500 only

Insert
Command
Sheet Command Sheet Transportation Original
Transportation
Master Ejecting Start
Master Making Key
1st Original Sensor T1

Fluorescent Lamp T0

ADF Drive Motor T2

Original Pressure Solenoid

425 msec
2nd Original Sensor T3
425 msec
Original Registration Sensor
T5
Original Transport Motor Original Feeds
41.6 msec 25 mm
Read Command T4 Original Feeds
(Command Sheet) 2 mm
Read Command (Original)
Make-up Key

T4: Command Sheet

Guide Plate
2 mm 16 mm

Scanning Position

T0: When the Make-up key is pressed, the fluorescent lamp turns on.
T1: When the original is inserted with a command sheet, the 1st original
sensor is activated.
T2: When the Master Making key is pressed, the ADF drive motor turns
on and the command sheet is fed by the pull-out rollers and the
original transport rollers. At the same time, the original pressure
solenoid is energized and the original pressure plate presses down
on the original and the command sheets.
T3: The original transport motor starts rotating when the 2nd original
sensor is activated by the command sheet.
T4: The reading command is output when the command sheet is fed
2mm past the scanning position.
T5: The original transport motor stops rotating when the command sheet
is fed 25 mm past the original registration sensor. At the same time,
the reading command turns off. The ADF drive motor and the original
pressure solenoid turn on at the same time and the original is fed.

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1.6 ELECTRICAL TIMING: VT2100/VT2130/VT2150

Original Set Master Making Key "ON"

2nd Drum Position Sensor

T1
2nd Original Sensor
Drum Rotation Degree
Original Registration Sensor T2 120o
T3 T5
Original Transport

Fluorescent Lamp
Reading Command Original Feed T4
Length (14 mm)
Master Feed Motor
Master Feed Length
(438 mm VT2100/VT2130)
(371 mm VT2150)

T2: Scanning Position

NOTE: The original stops 12 millimeters
16 mm
away from the corner of the
14 mm 12 mm lower guide plate edge [A].

No Image Area:
[A]
10 mm

T1: When the 2nd original sensor detects the original, the original
transport motor starts rotating.
T2: One original is fed and when the original registration sensor detects
the original, the original transport motor stops the original position is
then as shown above.
T3: After the master eject process is finished and the second drum
position sensor is activated, the drum rotates 120 degrees more and
then the original transport motor turns on.
T4: After the original is fed 14 millimeters, master feeding and master
making start.
T5: The master feed motor stays on until it feeds the master 437 mm.
The original transport motor stops when the master feeding stops. At
that time the fluorescent lamp also turns off.

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Image
1.7 CIRCUIT: A/D Processing
Conversion P.C.B. P.C.B.
5V
1 CN603-1
CN601-13
Original 3 CN403-13
CN603-4
Registration
Sensor
2 CN603-2
GND

1
CN601-11
3 CN403-11
2nd Original CN603-3
Sensor
CN601-25 CN403-25

2 (CN601-27) (CN403-27)

CN601-17
CN403-17
CN601-18
CN403-18
CN601-19
Original CN403-19
Transport Motor M CN601-20
CN403-20
CN601-21
CN403-21

Fluorescent Lamp Stabilizer

CN604
CN611-1 Red -1 24V

CN611-2 CN604 CN601

Yellow -3 -15
CN612-1 CN403-15
Black CN604-2
CN612-2 GND
VT2300/VT2500 only:
+5V CN607-3
1 +5V
3 CN403-3
CN607-5 CN601-3
1st Original
Sensor
CN607-4 (GND)
2

CN607-6 CN601-5
CN403-5
ADF M CN607-7
+24V
Drive Motor +24V

CN607-1
Original Pressure
SOL CN607-2 CN601-1
Solenoid CN403-1

CN607-8 CN601-7
CN403-7 (IN)
ADF Safety SW CN607-9 CN601-9
CN403-9 (OUT)

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1.8 OUTPUTS:

A/D Conversion Board

Signal Name I/O Description
CN No. Level
Fluorescent When the fluorescent lamp turns
Lamp O CN601-15 0V 3V on, the voltage of the CN601-15
is 3V.
Reading When the CCD reads the original
Command I CN601-25 3V
(CN601-27) 0V the voltage of CN601-25
(CN601-27) is 0V.
ADF Drive When the ADF drive motor starts
Motor 24V rotating, the voltage of CN607-6
(VT2300/VT2500) I (CN607-6) 0V is 0V.

Original When the original pressure

Pressure SOL 24V 0V solenoid is energized, the voltage
O (CN607-2)
(VT2300/VT2500) of CN607-2 is 0V.

Original 7.5V 5m
sec
When the original registration
Registration O CN603-4 0V
sensor is activated, the voltage of
Sensor CN603-4 is 0V.
2nd Original 7.5V 5m
sec
When the 2nd original sensor is
Sensor I CN603-3 0V
activated, the voltage of CN603-3
is 0V.
1st Original When the 1st original sensor is
Sensor I (CN607-5) 0V 5V activated the voltage of CN607-5
(VT2300/VT2500) is 5V.

( ): VT2300/VT2500

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2. OPTICS/IMAGE PROCESSING
2.1 OVERALL
[E]
[A] [B]
[F]

[D] [C]
A/D Converter

Thermal Head
Thermal Head Image Processing
Control

Operation Panel Main Board

[C]: Shading Plate

[D]: Mirror
[E]: Exposure Glass
[F]: Fluorescent Lamp

The light reflected from the original goes through the lens [A] and is
changed to an electrical signal in the CCD [B].

The electrical signal from the CCD is converted from an analog signal to a
digital signal in the A/D converter.

The converted digital image data is modulated and edited (VT2500) and is
sent to the thermal head control PCB.

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2.2 LIGHT SOURCE

[D] [G] [H] [I]

[B]

[K] [A] [J]

[D] [C]

[F]
[G]: Exposure Glass
[H]: Lens
[B] [I]: CCD
[A] [J]: A/D Converter
[E] [K]: Mirror

The high frequency fluorescent lamp [A] is used as a light source for the
high speed reading of 16 pixels/mm. The light exposes at two angles using
a sub mirror [B] to prevent the shades at the edges of paste-ups on the
original [C]. The original guide plate [F] blocks part of the direct light from
the fluorescent lamp to make the light intensity of both direct and reflected
light the same. A heater [E] is wrapped around the fluorescent lamp. It
prevents light intensity reduction due to low temperature.

<Fluorescent Lamp>

Form: 15.5 ∅ x 436 mm

Lamp Voltage : 59 ± 6 V

---- Platen Cover ----

The platen cover [D] is used as a standard white level reference to correct
for shading distortion.

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2.3 LENS
5 mm 30.655 mm 29.895 mm

404.179 mm
Exposure Glass

312.5∅ 35∅ mm

Original
Surface
[A] [B]

[C]

This consists of 6 lenses, to transfer the image, correctly oriented, to the

photoelectric elements of the CCD. It is possible to adjust the focus by
moving the lens assembly [A].

<Lens>

Focal distance: 43 mm (43.05 ± 0.32 mm)

F No.: F4.5

The above illustration shows the layout to transfer the image from an A3
original (297 millimeter width) to the CCD [B].

<CCD>

Number of effective pixels: 5000 pixels

Reading length: 312.5 mm
Photo signal storage time: 3 msec.

The shading plate [C] corrects light intensity distortion. The light intensity is
low at the both ends of the lamp and is also low at the edge of the lens.
Therefore, the center light is cut to make the light intensity uniform.

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2.4 CCD (Charge Coupled Device)

OD φ1C φ1B φ1E φ2E

19 17 21 13 14
RS2 18

OS2 20 Shift Registor 7 IS

Shift Gate

D D D D D D D D
18 19 20 31 S1 S2 32 33 34 35
OS 2
Shift Gate
12 SH
Shift Registor

RS1 5
16 IG

OS1 3

22 6 4 10 9 1 8 15

RS φ2C φ2B φ10 φ20 SS SS SS

CCD (16 dots/mm) φ1E, φ2E Clock (Phase 1)

φ10, φ20 Clock (Phase 2)
Light Shift 01B : Final Clock (Phase 1)
Energy Electrode 02B : Final Clock (Phase 2)
SH : Shift Gate
Shift Register RS : Reset Gate
Photo OS : Output Transistor source
Storage
Diode OD : Output Transistor Drain
Electrde
SS : Sub-straight (Ground)
IS : Input Source (Test Pin)
IG : Input Gate (Test Pin)

This is a solid-state device similar to a photodiode array, but unlike a photo-

diode array, a CCD can read one complete scan line at a time. The CCD
produces an analog signal which is converted into a digital signal for image
processing.

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2.4.1 Function
The principle circuit of each pixel in the CCD is shown above. The light
reflected from the original is absorbed in the photodiode and the capacitor
stores the charge corresponding to the light intensity.

The CCD is composed of many such pixel elements in series. The image
signal of each pixel element is stored in the shift register as a charge.

When the SH signal is input, the image signal stored in the shift register, is
output in serial as the OS signal.

SH : Shift Gate
The storage electrode charge in the exposure section is transmitted to the
shift register by the shift gate pulse.

φ1E, φ2E Clock (Phase 1)

This is the transmission clock for analog shift register 2 (even pixels).

φ10, φ20 Clock (Phase 2)

This is the transmission clock for analog shift register 1 (odd pixels).

The shift gate signal transmits the electrical charge in parallel to either
analog shift register 1 or 2 (odd or even pixels). At the same time, the photo
signal storage of the next scan line starts in the exposure section.

The transmission clocks serially shift the electric charge transmitted to the
shift register, which outputs it from the OS (output signal) terminal.

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2.4.2 The Image Signal :

CN801-2 CN602-2
RS
CN801-4 CN602-4
OS
CN801-6 CN602-6
1B
CN801-8 CN602-8 A/D Converter
2B
CN801-12 CN602-12
20
CN801-14 CN602-14
CCD Board 10
CN801-16 CN602-16
2E
CN801-18 CN602-18
1E
CN801-20 CN602-20
SH
CN801-9, 10 CN602-9, 10
+12V
CN801-1, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19
GND
CN602-1, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19

3 ms (5,120 Count)
5,120
A/D Converter { LSYNC (5,120) 4,096
Photo Signal Storage Time (3 ms)

SH

∅10, ∅1B, ∅1E

Input
∅20, ∅2B, ∅2E
RS

Output { OS

Dummy Effective Empty Data 84

Pixels 32 Pixels Dummy Pixels 4
5,000
SH (CN801-20)
RS (CN801-2)
∅10, ∅1B, ∅1E (CN801-14, 6, 18)
∅20, ∅2B, ∅2E (CN801-12, 8, 16)
OS (CN801-4)

Dummy Pixels:The dummy pixels generated by the area covered with alumi-
num film. The dummy pixels are used as the standard black
level.
The first 32 pixels read (D0 to D31) are dummy pixels. Pixels D32 to
D5,032 are the effective pixels (S1 to S5,000). After that there are four
more dummy pixels. Therefore, the total pixel count from the CCD, including
the dummy pixels, is 5,036.

As the image signal captured by the CCD is clocked out by the shift gate
every 3 ms (scan line period), there remains time for 84 transmission clock
pulses after all the image data from the CCD has been output. These clock
pulses, after all valid data have been clocked out, constitute empty data.
During this period, subscanning occurs.

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2.5 A/D CONVERSION BOARD

Outline: VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 Circuit
Original

Signal Conversion
CCD Direct Current Clamp
Board OS
Amplification

Selector 1
Black Level
Correction

Counter
CK

LUF Image
Processing
P.C.B
4-bit A/D 4 bit
Conversion

VH VL 4 bit

Selector 2 Shading
PKHTM Distortion
0
1 Memory
80% 2
3
VPH 53% 8-bit D/A
0 Conversion
Peak 1
Hold VR(+) VR (-)
6% 2
3
A B
Current
Voltage
PHOTO SHMRT Conversion

Selector 2
0: Shading Distortion Correction in Photo mode
1: Shading Distortion Correction in Line mode
2: Line mode
3: Photo mode

The CCD reads the light of the fluorescent lamp reflected from the original.
The CCD and A/D conversion boards convert the analog signals into digital
signals which are transmitted to the image processing board.

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2.5.1 CCD Output Signal Conversion, DC Clamping, Amplification:

VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 Circuit:

+12V

VR600 +5V
4.7K
R2 TP600
OS
602-4 Q607
a 2.2K IC624
2 _
6 IC620
3 + + V0
DC Clamp b _
Switch c

-12V

IC628
C669
+12V 6V

1.7V 1.7V

(VT2300/VT2500:
DCREST

SH

Approx. 6V
OS

IC624-6
Approx. 1.7V
(VT2300/VT2500: 1.4V)

SH
1.7V
(VT2300/VT2500: 1.4V)

DCREST
14 pixels

1). Signal Conversion

The CCD output (OS) varies according to the reflected light intensity and is
clipped at 6 volts. The output signal is then buffered, inverted and amplified.

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2). DC Clamping

The OS signal is amplified by Q607. The dc clamping switch is turned

ON/OFF by the DCREST signal. The switch turns on when the CCD
produces black level (empty data) at the end of scanning and is off during
image scanning.

When the switch turns on, the black level signal is stored in capacitor C669.
When the switch turns off, the black level signal is input to IC624 pin 3
while the image signal is input to the IC624 pin 2.

The difference between the image signal and the black level signal is
amplified and output from the IC624.

This output signal from IC624 is amplified again in IC620. The signal then
goes in the A/D converter.

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2.5.2 Peak Hold:

CCD Board A/D Conversion Board

Vo
CCD OS Inverter Amp A/D Conversion

Image PKHTM SW2

Processing
Board (CN403-27)
CN403-25
Read
(CN403-29) PKHST Peak Hold
CN403-27 Timing VPH
Write BLSET Circuit
(CN403-31) Signal
CN403-29 Generator
S LSYNC
(CN403-33)
CN403-31
S CLK SHMRT A/D Conversion

( ): VT2300/VT2500

This circuit holds, at different stages of image processing, the peak white
levels for both the original and the platen cover (standard white). The peak
white, or maximum, level is stored as charge on a capacitor. The peak hold
circuit is cleared by discharging the capacitor.

1). Platen Cover Peak Hold (Standard White)

The platen cover peak hold is used as standard white when processing
data to create the shading distortion data, which is later stored in memory.
This data is used to correct such distortions as bright or dull spots on the
lamp or variations in the CCD output. To create the platen cover peak hold
(standard white), the peak hold circuit stores the maximum level from five
scan lines of the platen cover.

2). Original Background Peak Hold

The maximum white level of the original, stored in the peak hold circuit, is
used to shift the threshold voltage of the D/A converter to match the original
background. An area of the original, 64 mm wide (from S2,048 to S3,072),
is read. This corresponds to a small size original.

3). Peak Hold Set Signal

The peak hold set signal (PKHST) clears the peak hold circuit. The peak
hold timing signal (PKHTM) turns on the analog switch (SW2) allowing the
image signal to be applied to the peak hold circuit.

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4) Peak Hold Signal Timing:

L. SYNC
CN403-29
(CN403-31)
Reading
CN403-25
(CN403-27)
Write Out
CN403-27
(CN403-29)
5 lines
5 lines
SHMRT
PKHST

PKHTM

BLSET Image
Reading
Correction Timing Original Background
P.H. Signal Input
Timing Peak Hold
ON OFF ON OFF
SW2

( ): VT2300/VT2500
A Section (Main Scanning)

0 2080 3140 4096 5120

LSYNC

PKHTM

1024
Pixels (64 mm width in the middle)
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2.5.3 Shading Distortion Correction:

Pixels Data
Amp

PKHTM SW2 SHMRT

Peak B
VPH
Hold VH 4 bit Signal
Circuit 1 X
A/D
Converter
1 Y
53% VL Shading
Distortion
Memory

4 bit Signal
Current/
D/A
Voltage
Converter
Convertor

VT2100/2130/2150: 1.7V
VR(-)
VT2300/VT2500: 1.4V
VR(+)
1.7V: VT2100/2130/2150
1.4V: VT2300/VT2500

L. SYNC CN403-29
(CN403-31)
Read CN403-25
(CN403-27)
Write CN403-27
(CN403-29)
5 lines

SHMRT

PKHST

PKHTM

BLSET

( ): VT2300/VT2500 Shading Distortion Memory

Since the output of the CCD varies according to both the CCD and the
intensity of the fluorescent lamp, shading distortion is corrected electrically
as well as mechanically (shading plate).

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1). Shading Distortion Memory

White Peak Hold of Platen Cover

VPH

Memory 4 bits

100%

53%
VT2100/2130/2150: 1.7V
VT2300/2500: 1.4V
5,000 pixels

When reading the white level of the platen cover, the peak hold (standard
white) is determined using the five scan lines.
The shading distortion data is stored in memory during the fifth scan line .

The potential difference between the output of each pixel and the 53% level
of the peak hold is converted by an A/D converter into 4-bit data. This data
is stored in a memory location corresponding to the pixel.

2). Shading Distortion Correction

White Peak Hold of Original Background

VPH

4 bits for
Correction Memory distortion memory

100%

53% Fixed 4 bits

VT2100/2130/2150: 1.7V
VT2300/2500: 1.4V

When reading the original, the distortion data corresponding (stored in

memory) to each pixel is converted from digital to analog, using the D/A
converter, and used as the reference voltage (VH) of the A/D converter.

The D/A converter is an 8-bit converter with 4 of its 8 bits fixed. This
ensures that the output of the D/A converter is always greater than 53% of
the reference voltage (VR+).

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The reference (VR+) of the D/A converter is set to the peak hold of the
original background. Distortion correction is obtained by using the output
voltage of the D/A converter as the reference voltage (VH) of the A/D
converter; therefore, distortion correction also corrects for the original
background level.

For Example: If the light intensity at a certain pixel is very high, then a high
voltage level will be stored in the distortion memory location for that pixel.
When reading a document, that high voltage level is used as the reference
level (VH) of the A/D converter. Therefore, during conversion, the input level
from the pixel is compared to a high voltage by the A/D. This negates any
errors caused by the high light intensity at that pixel.

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2.5.4 Original Background Correction

<Original background is lighter.>

Peak Hold of Original Background

VPH

53%

VT2100/2130/2150: 1.7V
VT2300/2500: 1.4V
White Peak Hold of Platen Cover
VPH

53%
<Original background is darker.>
Peak Hold of Original Background
VT2100/2130/2150: 1.7V
VT2300/2500: 1.4V

VPH

53%
VT2100/2130/2150: 1.7V
VT2300/2500: 1.4V

As the white peak hold of the original background is used as the reference
(VR+) of the D/A converter, the overall shading distortion correction level is
adjusted for the original background at the output of the D/A converter.

For Example, if the background level of the original is low, the reference
level (VH) of the D/A converter is low, causing the overall distortion
correction level to be low. Therefore, even though the light level from the
original background is low, it is being compared to a low reference level
(VH) which causes it to be detected as background, not image.

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2.5.5 Black Level Correction (Line mode only)

Selector 1 0
1
2
3
4
5 Counter
6 CK

VT2100/2130/2150: 1.7V LUF

VT2300/2500: 1.4V VS
Amp. 4-bit A/D Conversion
Selector 2 VL
3 Y

The black level correction compensates for the image density. Black level
correction is used only when in line mode.
The lower threshold level (VL) of the A/D converter is set according to a
high density original or a low density original.

At first, the black level reference of the A/D converter is set to 35% of the
original peak hold white level (PH) because the analog switch of selector-1
is set to the "0" position.
If while reading the original image the black level of the image is lower than
VL (PH x 35%), the A/D converter outputs the LUF signal.

The LUF signal is applied to selector 1 as a clock pulse. The LUF signal
increments the counter of selector 1 from 0 to 1. This changes the VL to
30% of PH. If the LUF signal is again applied to the counter of selector 1,
incrementing it from 1 to 2, the analog switch of selector 1 changes from 0
to 1.

The following table shows the number of clock pulses needed to increment
the analog switch of selector 1.

Counter (4 bit) Selector 1 Switching VL

0.1 SW 0 PH x 35 %
2.3 SW 1 PH x 30 %
4.5 SW 2 PH x 25 %
6.7 SW 3 PH x 20 %
8.9 SW 4 PH x 15 %
A.B SW 5 PH x 10 %
C.D SW 6 PH x 5 %
E.F SW 7 PH x 0 % (Black Level)

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2.5.6 A/D Conversion

VH Back Ground (White Peak) A B

(White Standard)
0 1 0
1 BAD1 BAD1
2
3 BAD2 1 0
OS 4
BAD2
5
6 0 0
BAD3 BAD3
4 bit A/D 65%
7
8
Convertion 9 1 0
10 BAD4 BAD4
11
12
13
14
VT 15
(Black Standard)
35%
A B

VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 Circuit:

Amp

Selector 2
VPH of Platten/ SW 0 VS
Original
Background 1
X
VPH x 80% 2 VH
VPH of Shading
3
Distortion M1
Memory
VPH x 53% 0
M2
1
Y
VPH x 6% 2 VL
Black Level
Correction 3
Output of
Selector 1 A B

A/D CONVERSION
PHOTO

SHMRT

Selector 2 (X,
PHOTO SHMRT Y)
Shading Distortion Correction (Photo Mode) L L SW0 ON
Shading Distortion Correction (Line Mode) H L SW1 ON
Photo Mode L H SW2 ON
Line Mode H H SW3 ON

This circuit converts the analog input signal (VS) to a 4-bit digital signal
using both the white level reference (VH) and the black level reference (VL).

In each mode, the settings of the "X" and "Y" switches in Selector 2 are
automatically determined by the PHOTO and SHMRT signals as shown in
the above table.

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VT2300/VT2500 Circuit:

Amp

Photo Mode
Selector
VPH of Shading 3
Distortion 95%
Memory 2
80% X
1
80%
Line/Photo
0 Selector 2
70%
3 VS
VPH of Platten/ 3
Original 10% 2
Background 2 X
10% Y 1 VH
1
40% 0
0 M1
40%
A B 3
M2
2 4 bit
Y Image
1 VL
53% Signal
0
Black Level Line Mode
Correction Selector B A
Output of
Selector 1 3
A/D CONVERSION
2
X PHOTO
1 SHMRT
0
70%

3
40%
2
20% Y
1

Standard 0
Voltage: 1.4V
A B

CN601-24 Density: 0
CN601-25 Density: 1

Line/Photo
PHOTO SHMRT Selector 2 (X,
Y)
Shading Distortion Correction (Photo Mode) L L SW0 ON
Shading Distortion Correction (Line Mode) H L SW1 ON
Photo Mode L H SW2 ON
Line Mode H H SW3 ON

This circuit converts the analog input signal (VS) to a 4-bit digital signal
using both the white level reference (VH) and the black level reference (VL).

In each mode, the settings of the "X" and "Y" switches in Selector 2 are
automatically determined by the PHOTO and SHMRT signals as shown in
the above table.

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1). Shading Distortion Correction -- (Selector 2 Switch 1 ON)

Peak Hold of Waveform of
VPH
Platen Cover Platen Cover

4-bit A/D
VPH x53%
Conversion

VT2100/2130/2150: 1.7V (Black Level)

VT2300/2500: 1.4V (Black Level)

When reading the platen cover to establish the shading distortion data, the
high reference voltage (VH) of the A/D converter is set to the peak hold
level and the low reference voltage (VL) is set to 53 % of the peak hold
level. Therefore, the potential difference between the output of each pixel
and the 53% level of the peak hold is converted by the A/D converter into
4-bit data. The shading distortion data for each pixel is stored in a memory
location corresponding to that pixel.

2). Original Reading

Peak Hold of VH
Background (Corrected Waveform)
VPH

VL (VPH x 35%~0%)

VT2100/2130/2150: 1.7V (Black Level)

VT2300/2500: 1.4V (Black Level)

a). Line Mode -- (Selector 2 Switch 3 ON)

The reference voltage (VH) of the A/D converter is set to the output of
the D/A converter (converted shading distortion data) for each pixel be-
ing read. Because the reference level of the D/A converter is set to the
original peak hold level, this corrects for shading distortion as well as
matching the output level to the original background.

Also, as described in "Black Level Correction", VL is set from 0% to

35% of the potential difference between 1.7 volts (VT2300/2500: 1.4
volts) and the peak hold of the original background. Black level
correction varies according to the original image density.

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Peak Hold of Background

VPH

VH (Corrected
Waveform x 80%)
VL (VPH x 6%)

VT2100/2130/2150: 1.7V (Black Level)

VT2300/2500: 1.4V (Black Level)

b). Photo Mode -- (Selector 2 Switch 2 ON)

The VH of the A/D converter is set to 80% of the potential difference

between 1.7 volts (VT2300/2500: 1.4 volts) and the output from the D/A
converter (converted shading distortion data). This corrects for shading
distortion as well as matching the output level to the original back-
ground because the reference level of the D/A converter is set to the
original peak hold level.

Also, VL is set to 6% of the potential difference between 1.7 volts

(VT2300/2500: 1.4 volts) and the peak hold level of the original.

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2.5.7 Printing Density Change

VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 Circuit in Line mode:
Image Signal

Shading Distortion VS
3
Memory Correction VH
Signal

A/D 4 bit 4 bit

Image Gate Image
Converter
Signal Signal

Selector 1
Output 3
VL
Black Date
Correction LUF

5V

Selector 3
CN606-2 5
3
73% A

5 CN606-3 3
67% B

6 CN606-5 1 Printing
47% C Density
S.W.
CN606-1 2
1.7V

CN606-4 4
COM

A/D Converter

SW ON CN606
Selector 3
(Terminal No.) -2 -3 -5
MANUAL 1 1-2 H H L COM--3
MANUAL 2 2-3 H L H COM--5
Standard ---- H H H COM--1
MANUAL 3 4-5 L H H COM--6

The printing density can be changed by the printing density switch when in
the line mode. This switch changes the threshold level to 47 %, 67 %, or 73
% of the white level.
The selected threshold level enters port VL while the shading distortion
corrected image signal enters port VH of the A/D converter.
In manual printing density mode (Dark, Darker, and Lighter), the A/D
converter outputs either all "H" BAD signals (4 bit) or all "L" BAD signals (4
bit). This is determined by the LUF signal
When the image signal is lower than the threshold level, the LUF signal is
output from the A/D converter to make all BAD signals "H". Then the image
signal is output as a black.
When the image signal is higher than threshold level, LUF signal is not
output. Then the BAD signals are all "L".

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VT2300/VT2500 Circuit in Line Mode:

Line Mode Line/Photo

Setector Selector 2
VPH of Shading 3
Distortion
Memory 2 X 3 X
1 VH
0
70%
4 bit
Image
Signal
Black Level Correction 3
40%
Output of Selector 1 2 Y Y
20% 3
1 VL
Standard Voltage: 1.4 0
A B A B
A/D Converter
CN601-24 Density : 0

CN601-25 Density : 1 PHTO SHMRT

The printing density (i.e. image density) can be changed with the Printing
Density key on the operation panel.

Line Mode Selector changes the threshold level of VH (White level

reference) and VL (Black level reference) according to the density signals
from CN 601-24 and CN 601-25.

The A/D converter converts the analog input signal to a 4-bit digital signal
using both the white reference level (VH) and the black reference level (VL).

The following table shows the VH and VL levels that vary according to the
combination of the density signals in Line mode.

Density Density A/D Converter

Printing Signal 0 Signal 1 Line Mode Selector
Density (CN601- (CN601- ON Channel. VH VL
24) 25)
Darker 2 H H 0X, 0Y 100% 40%
Darker 1 L H 1X, 1Y 100% 20%
Standard H L 2X, 2Y 100% 0~35%
Lighter L L 3X, 3Y 70% 0%

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VT2300/VT2500 Circuit in Photo Mode:

Photo Mode
Selector Selector 2
VPH of Shading Distortion 3
95%
Memory 80% 2 X 2 X
80% 1 VH
70% 0
M1
4 bit
Image
Signal
VPH of Platlen/
3 M2
Original 10%
2 Y Y
Background 10% 2
1 VL
4%
4% 0
A B A B
A/D Converter
CN601-24 Density : 0

CN601-25 Density : 1 PHTO SHMRT(Low signal when in Photo/Line mode)

(Low signal when in Photo mode)

The printing density (i.e. image density) can be changed with the Printing
Density key on the operation panel. This adjustment can also be done in
Photo mode to increase the image quality of photo originals.

Photo ode Selector changes the threshold level of VH (White level

reference) and VL (Black level reference) according to the density signals
from CN 601-24 and CN 601-25.

The A/D converter converts the analog input signal to a 4-bit digital signal
using both the white reference level (VH) and the black reference level (VL).

The following table shows the VH and VL levels that vary according to the
combination of the density signals in Photo mode.

Density Density A/D Converter

Printing Signal 0 Signal 1 Photo Mode Selector
Density (CN601- (CN601- ON Channel. VH VL
24) 25)
Darker 2 H H 0X, 0Y 95% 10%
Darker 1 L H 1X, 1Y 80% 10%
Standard H L 2X, 2Y 80% 4%
Lighter L L 3X, 3Y 70% 4%

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2.6 REDUCTION PROCESSING:

A/D Converter Image Processing PCB

Main PCB
BAD 1 Image Data

BAD 2 4 bit
Image Reduction Image
BAD 3 Data Processing Processing

BAD 4

Discard Timing Timing Signal

Original 24V Generator
CN403-17 ORF0 A CN
Transport 105-19
M CN403-18 ORF0 B Reduction 0
Motor Drive CN (Mag. 0)
Drive CN403-19 ORF0 C
Pulse 105-20
Circuit CN403-20 ORF0 D Generator Reduction 1
(CN (Mag. 1)
CN403-21 ORF0 E 105-21)
(Mag. 2)

( ): VT2300/VT2500

82 % 71 %
CN-NO Signal I/O FROM 100 % 93 % [75%] [64%]
Reduction 0
105-19 (Magnification 0)
I Main PCB H L H L
Reduction 1
105-20 I Main PCB H H L L
(Magnification 1)
(105-21) (Magnification 2) (Main
(I) (H) (H) (H) (H)
PCB)
( ): VT2300/VT2500

Reduction in the main scanning direction is performed by systematically

discarding the pixels and the reduction in the sub-scanning direction is
performed by changing the transportation speed of the original.

2.6.1 Main Scanning Reduction:

Reduction Mode Discarded Pixels Remaining Pixels

100 % 0 Pixels All Pixels
93 % 1/14 Pixels 13/14 Pixels (0.929)
82 % (A4 version) 3/11 Pixels 9/11 Pixels (0.818)
75 % (LT version) 1/4 Pixels 3/4 Pixels (0.75)
71 % (A4 version) 2/7 Pixels 5/7 Pixels (0.714)
64 % (LT version) 5/14 Pixels 9/14 Pixels (0.642)

When the reduction command is sent from the main board, the timing signal
generator sends the thinning timing control signal to the reduction

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processing circuit. Some of the 4-bit image data from the A/D converter is
discarded according to the thinning timing control signal.
2.6.2 Movement:
Main scan direction: Examples (A4 version)

During the 71% reduction mode, 5 out of 7 pixels are used; 1 pixel is
7 pixels
discarded each cycle.
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 1
Before thinning
5 pixels
0 1 2 3 4 5 0 1 2
After thinning

(2nd and 5th pixels are removed.)

During the 82% reduction mode, 9 out of 11 pixels are used; 2 pixels are
discarded each cycle. 11 pixels
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 0 1
Before thinning
9 pixels
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 1 2 3
After thinning

(3rd and 8th pixels are removed.)

During the 93% reduction mode, 13 out of 14 pixels are used; 1 pixel is
discarded each cycle. 14 pixels

Before 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
thinning
6th pixels is removed.
13 pixels

After 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 0
thinning

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2.6.3 Sub-scanning Reduction:

5V

CN605-1
0A 24V
E Phase A Phase CN403-17
CN605-2
CN605-3
0B
D Phase B Phase CN403-18
CN605-4 Motor
Drive
CN605-5
0C Timing
C Phase CN605-6 CN403-19 Pulse
Generator
CN605-7 Timing
0D
CN403-20 Pulse
CN605-8 CK Generator
CN605-9
0E
CN403-21
CN605-10

Original Transort Motor

Transort Motor
Drive Circuit

A/D Converter Image Processing PCB

t
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

∅A CN605-1

∅B CN605-3

∅C CN605-5

∅D CN605-7

∅E CN605-9

1 line
(1/16 mm)

NOTE: The reduction ratio change is performed by changing the pulse

width "t".

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Reduction Original Transportation Command Sheet Transportation

Ratio Pulse Width PPS Pulse Width PPS
100% 1.484 ms 674 ---- 0.742 ms 1348 ----

93% 1.378 ms 726 674 1348

726 = 0.928 0.689 ms 1451 =0.928
1451
82% 1.214 ms 824 674 1348
824 =0.818 0.607 ms 1648 =0.818
1648
75% 1.112 ms 899 674 1348
899 =0.74 0.556 ms 1798 =0.749
1798
71% 1.060 ms 944 674 1348
944 =0.714 0.530 ms 1888 =0.714
1838
64% 0.950 ms 1053 674 1348
=0.64 0.475 ms 2106 =0.640
1053 2106

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

A Phase

B Phase

C Phase

D Phase

E Phase

When the reduction command is sent from the main board, the frequency of
the pulses from the pulse generator increases. The drive pulse generator
then increases the frequency of the motor drive pulses to increase the
motor rotation speed.

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2.7 Enlargement Processing: VT2300/VT2500

In reduction processing, pixels are discarded according to the selected
reduction ratio. In enlargement processing, pixels are added.

Enlargement processing requires main scanning enlargement and

sub-scanning enlargement.

Main Scanning : Main scanning is performed by systematically

adding pixels according to the enlargement ratio.

Sub-Scanning : Sub-scanning is performed by changing the original

transportation speed according to the enlargement ratio.

2.7.1 Main Scanning Enlargement

When the magnification command is sent from the main control board
(CN402-19, 20, 21), the timing signal generator in the image processing
board sends the adding timing control signal. Pixels are added to the 4-bit
image data from the A/D converter according to the adding timing control
signal.

Enlarge Mode Added Pixels Pixel Ratio

115% (LT/A4 Version) 2 Pixels 15/13 Pixels (1.154)
122% (A4 Version) 3 Pixels 17/14 Pixels (1.214)
127% (LT Version) 3 Pixels 14/11 Pixels (1.273)
141% (LT/A4 Version) 9 Pixels 31/22 Pixels (1.409)

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Examples:

In 115% enlarge mode, the 7th pixel and the 13th pixel data are doubled to
produce 15 pixels. This is repeated each main scan cycle.

: Added Data

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Enlarge 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 13 1 2 3

Full Size 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 2 3 4 5

In 122% enlarge mode, the 5th, 10th, and 14th pixels are doubled to
produce 17 pixels. This is repeated each cycle.

: Added Data

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
Enlarge 1 2 3 4 5 5 6 7 8 9 10 10 11 12 13 14 14 1

Full Size 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 4

In 127% enlarge mode, the 4th, 8th and 11th pixels are doubled to produce
14 pixels. This is repeated each cycle.

: Added Data

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3
Enlarge 1 2 3 4 4 5 6 7 8 8 9 10 11 11 1 2 3

Full Size 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 2 3 4 5 6

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In 141% enlarge mode, the 3rd, 5th, 8th, 10th, 13th, 15th, 18th, 20th, and
22nd pixels are doubled to produce 31 pixels.
This is repeated each cycle.

: Added Data

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
Enlarge 1 2 3 3 4 5 5 6 7 8 8 9 10 10 11 12 13 13 14 15 15 16 17 18 18 19 20 20 21 22 22 1 2 3 3

Full Size 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

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2.7.2 Sub-scanning Enlargement

Enlargement in the sub-scanning direction is performed by decreasing the
original transportation speed.

When the enlargement signal is sent from the main control board, the
frequency of the pulses from the pulse generator decreases. (The pulse
length increases.) The drive pulse generator then decreases the frequency
of the motor drive pulses to decrease the motor rotation speed.

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2.8 IMAGE SIGNAL PROCESSING : BINARY CIRCUIT

The binary circuit produces 1-bit data (white or black) from the output of the
A/D converter (four-bit data) and sends it to the thermal head board.

2.8.1 Function
1) Line Mode:
MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) Correction Processing

2) Photo Mode:
Dither Processing (Graduation Processing) - 16 graduations
Edge Emphasis Processing (Selection of either MTF or Dither process-
ing)

2.8.2 Outline
1) MTF Correction Processing

This is used to emphasize image signal data compared with surround-

ing pixels. Emphasis data which varies according to the surrounding
pixels is compared to a fixed threshold level to determine if the pixel is
white or black.

When the surrounding pixels are

whiter than the pixel being processed
Main Scan E , the pixel data E is converted to
appear darker than the real pixel data.
I H G This converted data is termed the em-
Sub Scan phasis data.
F E D Conversely, when the surrounding pix-
els are darker than the pixel being
C B A
processed E , the pixel data E is con-
verted to appear whiter than the real
pixel data.

E2 = 2E -- 1/2(D + F) ------ Main Scan Emphasis Data

E1 = 2E -- 1/2(B + H) ------ Sub Scan Emphasis Data

The emphasis data is compared to a threshold level to determine if the

pixel is black or white.
Emphasis Data E2 or E1 ≥ 7.5 ----- Black
Emphasis Data E2 or E1 < 7.5 ----- White

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2) Dither Processing

This is part of the artificial graduation system. As each pixel can only
be expressed by either black or white at print time, the dither process is
used to transform a graduated original into 4 x 4 arrays containing only
black and white pixels. Each pixel of the original corresponds to a loca-
tion in the 4 x 4 dither matrix. During dither processing, the value of
each four-bit data signal from the A/D converter is compared to the
corresponding fixed threshold level (VTH) in the dither matrix and is con-
verted to either black or white. This introduces graduations by changing
the ratio of black pixels to white pixels. The 4 x 4 dither matrix is stored
in the image processing ROM.
NOTE: The VT2300/2500 uses a 6 x 6 dither matrix that improves
the image quality in Photo mode.
(The VT2100/2130/2150 use a 4 x 4 dither matrix.)
E > VTH .................... Black
E ≤ VTH .................... White

Main Scan
4

5 5 4 8
5 5 8 14 7
5 5 7 4
5 5 14 3
5 5 0 1
5 5 5 3 9
5 5 0 1
5 5 9 2 6
5 5 11 5
5 5 5 4 2 6
5 5
Sub 5
5 5 5 5 11
14 13
10 12
5 5 10 12
5 5 14 13
Scan 5 5 5 5 5
8 14 7 4 8
5 5 7 4
5 5 14 3
5 5 9 0 1
5 5 5 1 3
5 5 9 0 6
5 5 2
5 5 5 6 11 5
5 5 5 2
5 5 11 10 12
5 5 14 13
5 5 5 10 12
5 5 14 13

4 x 4 dither matrix

Pixels 4-bit data to be read Threshold level of the Image reappearance

Example: All pixels are at 5. dither matrix (Number (Shaded pixels are
shows each VTH). black.)

3) Selection of Dither Processing or MTF Correction During Photo Mode

(Edge Emphasis)

If characters are processed using the dither method, they will be dis-
jointed and difficult to read due to the distorting nature of the dither
process. Therefore, when the density difference between a pixel and
the surrounding pixels is greater than the specified level, the data is
processed using MTF instead of the dither method.

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2.9 THERMAL HEAD PULSE GENERATOR:

CN701 -1 +24V
-2 VHD (+16V)
-3 VHD (+16V) +5V
-4
GND-B
-5
GND-B
-6
GND-B

PSU
RANK 2 1 CN704-1 CN702-19 CN404-19

RANK 1 2 CN704-2 CN702-17 CN404-17

RANK 0 3 CN704-3 CN702-15 CN404-15

Pulse
Generator
5 CN704-5 CN702-13 CN404-13

6 CN704-6 CN702-11 CN404-11

Thermistor

CN702-7 CN404-7 THENL

Decoder

Thermal Head

Thermal Head Image Processing PCB

Drive Control

1 line
LSYNC 4096 5120

t
THENL

ENL 1
(CN704-30)
ENL 2
(CN704-29)
ENL 3
(CN704-24)
ENL 4
(CN704-23)

Voltage to the thermal head is applied in 16 V pulses. The energy applied

to the thermal head is changed by changing the pulse width according to
the thermal head temperature and its resistance.

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1) Thermal Head Resistance

The resistance of the thermal head varies from one head to the an-
other. Therefore, after installing a new thermal head, always recalibrate
the power supply unit according to the VHD ratings on the thermal
head cover.

2) Head Temperature
The thermal head contains a thermistor, which it detects the thermal
head temperature.
The detected temperature is sent to the pulse generator by a divided
rank signal.
Rank 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
~ 8.5°C ~ 12°C ~15.5°C ~19°C ~ 22.5°C ~ 26°C ~ 29.5°C
Head Temp. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
~ 33°C ~ 36.5°C ~ 40°C ~ 43.5°C ~ 47°C ~ 50.5°C ~ 54°C

3) The pulse generator controls the pulse width based on the above ther-
mal head resistance information and the head temperature information.

Wide

Pulse
Width

Narrow
8 1
High Thermal Head Temp. Low

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2.10 THERMAL HEAD DRIVE:

2.10.1 Function/Specification
The VT2130/VT2150 use the A4 size (216 mm width) thermal head and the
VT2100/VT2300/VT2500 use the B4 size (256 mm width) thermal head.

Thermal head • Memory length 256mm (B4)

216 mm (A4/LG)
• Number of thermal heating elements 4096 dots (B4)
3456 dots (A4/LG)
• Density of thermal heating elements 16 dots/mm
• Applied Voltage 16V(14~18V)
2.10.2 Thermal Head Outline
A thin-film type thermal element is used in the thermal head. The drive
circuit has a 1-line buffer for serial input. Each thermal element has direct
Va
drive due to switching elements. (16V)

126
1 2 3 127 128
S1 (S11----S18): White/Black
pixel data
CK (CK1----CK4): To latch the
shift register
data VDD
ENL: Record control
Va: Applied voltage (16V) 128 bit LATCH
VDD: Power source (5V) VDD

2.10.3 Power Lines VDD

128 bit Shift Reg

VCC/VHD/GND .... Applied voltage

VHD: As the resistance of the thermal elements varies depending on the thermal head, it
is necessary to adjust the applied voltage according to the average resistance of
the thermal head.
The thermal rating of each head is documented on the thermal head cover.
Therefore, after installing a new thermal head, always recalibrate the power supply
unit according to the VHD ratings on the thermal head cover. Adjust VHD using
VR201 on the power supply unit.

The drive circuit (LSIC) consists of the following: 32 x 128-bit shift

registers, 32 x 128-bit latches, logic gates, drive transistors, and 4096
heating elements. The thermal head is made up of 32 drive circuits
arranged in two rows of 16 elements.
NOTE: The thermal element used on the VT2130/VT2150 is narrower
than the B4 thermal head. Therefore, the shift registers, latches,
logic gates, and drive transistors located on both ends have been
deleted from the thermal head.

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2.10.4 Movement

CN404-1 CN702-1 CN704-7 -7

P. DATA S 18
Thermal
Image Signal CN704-8 -8
Head Temp. S17
Checking CN704-9 -9
S 16
Circuit Image Pixel
CN704-10 -10
Data S 15
Decorder CN704-11 -11
S 14
CN704-12 -12
S 13
CN704-13 -13
S 12
CN704-14 -13
S 11
CN404-3 CN702-3
P. CLK
CN404-5 CN702-5
P. LSYNC
CN704-23 -23
ENL 4
CN704-24 -24
CN404-7 CN702-7 Pulse Width ENL 3
THENL CN704-29 -29
Decorder ENL 2
Image CN704-30 -30
Processing ENL 1

Thermal Head Drive Control Thermal Head

The temperature of the thermal head increases excessively when there is

consecutive black image data in the sub scanning direction. Conversely, the
temperature of the thermal head does not reach the proper point when
there is consecutive white image data before a solid fill.

Main Scanning • White image in previous scanning.

Image Non Image
The same black image signal is out-
PDATA
(Previous Line)
put twice.
PDATA The first is for preheating.
(Scan Line)
1st Output • Black image in previous scanning.

2nd Output A white image signal is output first to

reduce the thermal head tempera-
ture.
Black Image Signal White Image Signal

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H: Black Image Data

L: White 1
CN902-1 3
IC b Output
2
L: Black 1
H: White 3
Previous Line
H: Black Memory IC a
2 Previous Image Data
L: White
1st Output → H
2nd Output → L

The image data (P-DATA) of 1 scanning sent to the thermal head drive
control board is stored in the line memory. When the image data of the next
scanning is stored in the line memory, the previous stored line memory data
is output and processed with the image data of the next scanning at ICb.

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P.LYNC 1 line

4096 5120
1st 2nd Pixel No.
1 128 1 128 1025 1025 2049 2049 3093 3093
SIN 1 129 129
SIN 2
257 257
SIN 3 385 385
Image SIN 4 513 513
Data SIN 5 641 641
SIN 6 769 769
SIN 7 897 897
SIN 8

CK 1
128P S 128P S
CK 2
CK 3
CK 4
LATCH 1

LATCH 2
LATCH 3
LATCH 4

ENL 1
ENL 2
ENL 3
ENL 4

1. When the clock signals (CK1 -- 4) enter the thermal head drive control
board, the 1024 pixels of image data are input into the shift register.
When the latch signal enters to the control board, the image data is
sent from the shift register to the latch in parallel.

2. Above operation is performed again.

3. The image processing operation is performed when the ENL signal is

low.
The image data of the (1024 pixels each) main scan line is divided into
4 blocks.

4. The image signal for the preheat is sent to the thermal control twice.
The first image signal responds to the first half of ENL low signal , and
the second image signal responds to the later half of ENL low signal.

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2.10.5 Temperature Rise Detection of Thermal Head/Power Supply:

A thermistor located on the thermal head and a thermal guard located on
the power supply board are used for thermal protection. This is to prevent
the temperature of the thermal head and the power supply board from
overheating when continuously processing a solid image.

1). Thermal head detecting temp. 54°C

2). Thermal head return temp. 50°C
3). Power supply detecting temp. 85°C

When the thermistor is open, a detection signal is applied.

Themal
Head
Drive
+5V
5V CN702-13 CN404-13

Thermistor
CN702-11 CN404-11

CN404-11
Thermal Head CN702-20 CN402-11
SIG: thermistor

Thermal Guard CN401-11

Main Board

Image Processing
PSU

1). The thermal head temperature detection signal is applied if CN404-11

becomes greater than 3.13 volts (thermal head detecting temp.-- 54oC).
NOTE: Thermal head temperature detection signal is applied if the thermis-
tor is open circuit.
2). The thermal head temperature return signal is applied when CN404-11
becomes 2.98 volts (Thermal head return temp.-- 50oC).

3). The thermal guard detection signal is applied if CN401-11 is 0 volt

(Power supply detecting temp.-- 85oC).

4). The thermal guard temperature return signal is applied when CN401-11
becomes 5 volts.

5). When the temperature rise signal is applied, CN402-11 goes HIGH.

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During the master making process, if the pulse width is out of standard,
CN702-20 goes low and an error signal is applied to CN402-11. The master
making stops and E-08 lights. The machine then stops after a master is
wrapped around the drum.

If the thermal head temperature is still out of standard after the master
making process, an error signal is applied to CN402-11. The machine stops
and E04 lights.

If the power supply unit temperature is out of standard, the machine stops
and E-04 or E-08 lights.
NOTE: During all processes other than the master making process, E-04
will light when the PSU temperature reaches 85o.
During the master making process, E-08 will light when the PSU
temperature reaches 85o.

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2.11 MAKE-UP MODE: VT2500 only

2.11.1 Overall Operation

Make Up
MTF Mode
DATA MTF DATA Original Image Data

Make Up
Image P. Mode Area
Processing DATA M DATA Reduction Processing
Circuit Circuit Memory
Command Sheet
Normal Closed/ Image Data
Processing Diagonal Image
Mode Edit
S Pattern 0 Circuit
Pattern 1 2 mm
Pattern 2
Pattern
Pattern 3 Selector
Selector Generator
Pattern 4 4 mm
4
Pattern 5
Pattern 6
CN402-31 S 2/4 mm
CN402-32
CN402-33 Make BCD 1
CN402-34 4 Up BCD 2
Mode BCD 4
CN402-35
CN402-36 BCD 8
CN402-37
BCD CN402-38
CN402-39 M. DATA 2 Edited Image Data
CN402-40
CN402-41
CN402-42
CN402-45
Main Board Image Processing Board
Thermal Head

The command sheet is read twice as fast as the original. The command
data is converted in the A/D converter and is modulated in the image
processing circuit. The modulated command data is reduced to 1/64 and
stored in the area memory. The area memory stores the command sheet
area data as area solid fill data.

The image data read by CCD is also converted and is modulated. The
modulated image data, the stored command area data, and the background
pattern are edited in the editing circuit of the make up control board
according to the editing command.

The edited image data is sent to the thermal head control board through the
image processing board.

When the make-up mode is not selected, the modulated image data that
was sent to the make-up control board is returned to the image processing
board without any processing.

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2.11.2 Command Sheet Data Reduction

The designated line data read from the command sheet is reduced to 1/64
and stored in the memory as shown in the illustration.
8 pixels

8 pixels

Stored Data

If any pixel in each of the 8 x 8 pixel squares is black, the square is stored
as black data.

2.11.3 Designated Area Memory

Command Sheet Reading Memory Processing

Designated Area
Solid Fill Operation
Data
Designated
Area Memory
Solid Fill Operation
In Opposite Direction
Frame Memory

The designated area by the command sheet is stored in the memory as a

solid fill area data.

The designated area is read in two directions. One is from the leading edge
to the trailing edge and the other is from the trailing edge to the leading
edge.

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1). Solid Fill Operation (Closed Area)

How to decide whether pixel E data is black or white.

1. When pixel E is black, E is

Scanning Direction
black.
2. When the pixel C or F is black
and also the pixel D or G is Sub A B C
black, E is black.
Scanning D E F
3. In all other cases, E is white.
Direction
NOTE: The above operation also G H I
acts in the opposite direction.

2). Solid Fill Operation (Diagonal Line)

How to decide whether pixel E data is black or white.

1. When the pixels B and D are Scanning Direction

black, Pixel E is black.
2. When the pixel E is black, the
pixel E is black. Sub
A B C
3. In all other cases, the pixel E Scanning D E F
is white. Direction
NOTE: The above operation also acts G H I
in the opposite direction.

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2.11.4 Make-up Control Circuit

H: Background
L: Image

MTF. DATA
Modulated Image Selector
Data
H: Background D 13 (Fn16.26.56.66)
L: Image

M. DATA 1 D 12 (Fn15.25.55.65)
Image Data

D 11 (Fn14.24.54.64)
D 10 (Fn13.23.53.63)
S
Outline Image D 9 (Fn12.22.52.62)
Data
W Image
DM D8 (Fn11.21.51.61)
Edit Data
DM
Pattern D7 (Fn7)
Generator
CMDATA D6 (Fn6)

D5 (Fn5)
DM
Solid F/F
D4 (Fn4) A BCD1
Fill DQ
Data
Q D3 (Fn3) B BCD2
Area
Processing
D2 (Fn2) C BCD4
D1 (Fn1)
D0 G BCD8
Selection Table
Make-up Selection
D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9 D10 D11 D12 D13
Terminal
Make-up 11.21 12.22 13.23 14.24 15.25 16.26
No OFF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 .51.61 .52.62 .53.63 .54.64 .55.65 .56.66
Input Signal
BCD 1 H L H L H L H L L H L H L H
BCD 2 H H L L H H L L H L L H H L
BCD 3 H L H H L L L L H H H L L L
BCD 4 H H H H H H H H L L L L L L

The make-up control circuit on the image processing board edits the image
using the above logic circuit.
The modulated image data, the outline image data, the background pattern
data and the designated area data are processed simultaneously in the
image processing board.

When the operator inputs a make-up number, the main board sends a 4-bit
signal to the make-up control circuit.
The circuit selects the corresponding make-up selection terminal (D0~D13).
This determines the path that image edit data takes before being output at
the "W" terminal.

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Fn1: Save area Image data Designated area data

(Original) (Command Sheet)
The image data is ANDed with
the designated area data in
command sheet and the edited
image data is output.

Fn2: Delete area Inverted data of

Image data designated area
The image data is ANDed with (Original) (Command Sheet)
the inverted data of designated
area and the edited image data
is output.

Fn3: Outline Image

Step 1: Outline image data Designated area data

The outline image data is (Original) (Command Sheet)
ANDed with the designated
area data and the edited image
data is output.

Step 2:
The Fn2 data is ORed with the
step 1 data and the edited im- Fn2 data
age data is output.
(Step 1)

(Step 2)

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Fn4: Screen Image Image data Disignated area data

(Original) (Command Sheet)
Step 1:
This image data is ANDed with
the designated area data and
the edited image data is output.
Screen pattern data
Step 2: 1/4 mm 1/4 mm
(Step 1)
The screen pattern data is
ANDed with the step 1 data
and the edited image data is
output. (Step 2) Fn2 data
Fn3 (Step 1) data
Step 3:
The Fn3 (step 1) data is ORed
with the step 1 data and also
ORed with the Fn2 data, and
the edited image data is output.
(Step 3)
Fn5: Photo Image

The designated area is processed by the photo mode processing.

The non designated area is processed by the line mode processing.
Above processing is performed independent of the image mode selection
on the operation panel.
Outline image data Designated area data
Fn6: Save area and Outline image
(Original) (Command Sheet)

The outline image data is

ANDed with the designated
area data and the edited image
data is output.
Screen
Fn7: Save area screen image pattern data Fn1 data
1/4 mm
Step 1: 1/4 mm
The screen pattern data is
ANDed with the Fn1 data and
the edited image data is output.
Fn3 (Step 1) data

Step 2: (Step 1)
The Fn3 (step 1) data is ORed
with the step 1 data and the ed-
ited image data is output.
(Step 2)

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Fn11, Fn21: Pattern Area / Outline Image

(Fn51, Fn62) Background Designated area data
pattern data (Command sheet)
Fn14, Fn24: Save Area / Pattern Area /
(Fn54, Fn64)Outline Image

Step 1:
The background pattern data is Inverted image data
ANDed with the designated (Original)
area data and the edited image
(Step 1)
data is output.

Step 2:
The inverted image data is (Step 2) Fn6 data
ANDed with the step 1 data
and the edited image data is
output.

Step 3: Fn2 data

The step 2 data is ORed with (Step 3)
the Fn6 data and the edited im-
age data is output.
(Fn14, Fn24)
Step 4:
(Step 4)
The Fn2 data is ORed with the
step 3 data and the edited im-
age data is output.
(Fn11, Fn21)

Fn 12, Fn22: Pattern Area / Normal Background

(Fn52, Fn62)Image pattern data Fn1 data
Fn 15, Fn25: Save Area / Pattern Area /
(Fn55, Fn65)Normal Image

Step 1:
The background pattern data is
ORed with the Fn1 data and Fn2 data (Step 1)
the edited image data is output.

Step 2: (Fn15, Fn25)

The Fn2 data is ORed with the
step 1 data and the edited im-
age data is output.
(Step 2)

(Fn12, Fn22)

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Fn13, Fn23 : Pattern Image Image data Designated area

(Fn53, Fn63) (Original) pattern data
Fn16, Fn26 : Save Area / Pattern Image
(Fn56, Fn66)

Step 1:
The image data is ANDed with Fn6 data
the designated area pattern (Step 1)
data and the edited image data
is output.

Step 2:
The Fn6 data is ORed with the (Step 2) Fn2 data
step 1 data and the edited im-
age data is output.

Step 3:
(Fn16, Fn26)
The step 2 data is ORed with
the Fn2 data and the edited im- (Step 3)
age data is output.

(Fn13, Fn23)

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2.11.5 Background Pattern

1). 4 mm Background Pattern

The 2mm background pattern data is stored in the ROM on the make-up
board.
The 4 mm background pattern is made by simply doubling the 2 mm
background data with the F/F circuit.

Background data in ROM 4 mm Background Pattern

(2 mm standard pattern)
2/16 2/16

Paper
Feed
Direction

2). 90 o Pattern Rotation

The 90o 2 mm background pattern data is also stored in the ROM on the
make-up board.
The 90o 4 mm background pattern is made by doubling the 90o 2 mm
background pattern data that has been rotated 90o.

Background data in ROM 90o rotated background data in ROM

(2 mm standard pattern) (90o 2mm rotated pat-

2/16

Paper
Feed
Direction

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3). Background Patterns

The 40 background patterns shown below can be selected.
1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

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10 11 12

13 14 15

16 17 18

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19 20 21

22 23 24

25 26 27

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28 29 30

31 32 33

34 35 36

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37 38 39

40

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2.11.6 Recognition of Designated Area: VT2500 only

As the required image may differ depending on how the designated area is
entered, make the command sheet by referring to the following.
Sample of Problem
No. Item Preferred designated area
Designated area Area recognized
1 Form of the Serial pattern The designated Separation the area to be
designated area is designated as follows:
area recognized as
follows:
Make a space
more than 2
mm.

Make a space
more than 2
mm.

Designate area
by a closed line.

Double circle Only the outer Make a gap in the pattern.

pattern. circle will be
recognized as
follows:

2 Non-closed The designated The designated Designate the area by a closed

line area is not a area is not loop.
closed loop. recognized.

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Sample of Problem
No. Item Preferred designated area
Designated area Area recognized
3 Thickness of The thickness As the line of Mark with a line more than 1 mm
the of the line as the designated in width.
designating follows: area is too thin,
line. no designated
area is
X = Full Size: recognized.
less than 0.5
mm Reduction:
less than 0.7
mm X

4 Density of When using a As the Mark using a black pen.

the pencil with low designating line
designated reflectivity or a is too light, no
line. color pen. designated
area is
recognized.
5 Type of 1) Rough paper Any fibrous Use white paper (65 g/m2).
command is used as a black spots will
sheet. command sheet. be read as a
designated
area.
2) If the Due to different Use white paper (65 g/m2).
command registration of
sheet has a the original and
different friction the command
coefficient from sheet, the
the original. designated
areas vary.

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Sample of Problem
No. Item Preferred designated area
Designated area Area recognized
6 Gap between When the gap Depending on
the between the the original
designated designated feed condition
area and area and (registration 2 mm
neighboring neighboring and skewing) 2 mm
image. (Gap image is too or handwriting
between two small. ability the
designated designated
areas.) area, the
neighboring
image may or
may not be
recognized as 2 mm 2 mm
a designated (Image in the designated area)
area.
1) There should be more than 2
mm clearance between
designated areas.

2) Mark the line away from the

image in the designated area
move than 2 mm to recognized
the image completely.

3) For consideration of the

handwriting ability, approximately
5 mm is needed as a gap.

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3. MASTER FEED SECTION

3.1 OVERALL

[B]
[A]

[C]

[D]

The thermal head [A] burns an image on the master [B] as it is being fed to
the drum [C]. After this, the master is clamped and wrapped around the
drum.

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3.2 MASTER CLAMPER OPENING MECHANISM

[A]

[B]

[C]
[H]

[F]

[D]

[E]

[G]

After the master eject process is finished and the interrupter [A] is posi-
tioned in the first drum position sensor [B], the main motor turns on and the
drum starts rotating (30 rpm) in the reverse direction.

When the drum turns 160 degrees past the actuation position of the second
drum position sensor [C], the cam [D] is moved to the drum’s side as the
master feed clamper solenoid [E] turns on.

When the drum turns 220 degrees further in the reverse direction, the sec-
tor gear [F] runs along the cam [D] and the gear [G] turns counterclockwise
to open the clamper [H]. At the same time, the drum stops and the clamper
remains open to clamp the master leading edge.

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3.3 MASTER FEEDING MECHANISM

[C]

[A] [M] [J] [I]

[N]
[Q]
[K]

[L]
[E]

[P]

[G]
[D]

[F]
[H] [B]
[O]

The original transport motor starts rotating after the drum rotates 120 de-
grees past the 2nd drum position sensor. The reverse roller solenoid [A]
and the master feed motor [B] turn on after the original is fed 14 mm. The
rotation of the master feed motor is transmitted to the platen roller [C]
through the belt [D] and the pulley [E] which feeds the master and forces
the master to contact the thermal head [F]. Also, the rotation of the pulley
[E] is transmitted to the pulley [G] through the belt [H] to drive the upper
feed roller [I] and the lower feed roller [J] for master feeding.

The spring clutch [K] is located behind the reverse roller [L]. When the re-
verse roller solenoid turns on, the rotation of the upper feed roller is trans-
mitted to the reverse roller through the belt [M] as the stopper [N] releases
the spring clutch, thus feeding the master. Also, the master is directed down
to the clamper [O] of the drum. The counter rollers [P] prevent the master
leading edge from being wrapped around the reverse roller.

After the master is fed 61 millimeters, the master feed clamper solenoid
turns off because the master leading edge has already reached the clam-
per. At the same time, the reverse roller solenoid turns off and the reverse
roller stops.

A leaf spring on both holders [Q] prevents any master buckle due to free ro-
tation of the master roll.

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3.4 MASTER WRAPPING MECHANISM

Sensor OFF: Sensor ON:
[F] [F]
[E] [B]
[B] [E]
[A]

[C]
[F]

[D]
[E]

[B]

When the reverse roller solenoid [A] is turned off, the reverse roller [B]
stops as the stopper [C] locks the clutch gear [D].

However, since the feed roller [E] turn continuously, the master continues to
be fed causing the master to buckle. This buckle is detected by the master
buckle sensor [F]. When the sensor turns on, the main motor turns on at 10
rpm to rotate the drum. The main motor turns off when the sensor turns off.

Therefore, the master is fed by the ON/OFF action of the master buckle sen-
sor.

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3.5 CUTTER MECHANISM

[H]
[A]

[C]
[D]

[B]

[E] [I]

[G] [F]

After the master making process (writing process) is finished, the master
feed motor turns off and the cutter motor [A] starts turning in the reverse di-
rection as indicated by the arrow.

The cutter motor drives the wire pulley [B] through the gears [C], [D], [E],
and [F]. This is to shift the cutter unit to the rear (non-operation side). As
the cutter [G] rotates and travels to the rear, it cuts the master.

When the right cutter switch [H] turns on, the cutter motor starts turning in
the opposite direction to return the cutter unit to the front (operation side).
When the left cutter switch [I] turns on, the cutter motor stops. This finishes
the master cutting process.

After the master cutting process is finished, the master is fed about 42 milli-
meters.

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3.6 ELECTRICAL TIMING

1st Drum
Position Sensor T1

Main Motor (Reverse) T3

Drum Rotates 220°
2nd Drum
Position Sensor
Drum Rotates 120°
Original T2
Transport Motor
Original Feed 14 mm
Reverse
Roller Solenoid
a b c
T6 d
Master Feed Motor Drum Rotates 160°
Master Feed
Clamp Solenoid
T4
Buckle Sensor
Main Motor
Left Cutter Switch

Right Cuttrer Siwtch

T5
Cutter Motor
Cutter Motor
(Reverse)
a: Master Feed 61 mm
b: Master Feed 293 mm (B4/LG)
Master Feed 226 mm (A4)
c: Master Feed 84 mm
d: Master Feed 42 mm

T1: The main motor starts rotating in the reverse direction at 30 rpm after
the master eject process is completed.
T2: After the drum rotates 120 degrees past the point where the 2nd drum
position sensor is activated, the original transport motor turns on and
starts feeding the original. The master feed motor turns on and the
reverse roller solenoid energizes when the original has fed 14 mm.
T3: The main motor stops and the clamper remains open when the drum
rotates 220 degrees past the point where the 2nd drum position sen-
sor is activated.

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T4: The reverse roller solenoid and the master feed clamper solenoid are
de-energized when the master is fed 61 mm.
After the reverse roller solenoid is de-energized, the master buckles
and the master buckle sensor is activated. At the same time the main
motor turns on to wrap the master around the drum. When the master
is fed to the drum, the master buckle sensor is de-activated, and the
main motor stops. The master continues to feed by repeating the
above steps, controlled by the ON/OFF action of the buckle sensor.
T5: The main motor stops after the master paper is fed 438 mm for B4/LG
(371 mm for A4.) At the same time the cutter motor rotates to cut the
master paper.
T6: When the cutter returns to the home position, the master feed motor
rotates again to feed the master paper 42 mm.

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3.7 CIRCUIT: VT2300/VT2500

CN104-5
GND-A

CN102-29
Cutter Motor (+)
Cutter M
CN102-27
Cutter Motor ( - )

Reverse
CN102-6 Roller
Reverse Roller SOL
SOL
CN102-39
VCC [5] +5V Master
Master Bukle CN104-31
OUT Buckle
Sensor
GND Sensor

CN102-49 Master
VHG [24]
Feed
Master Feed CN102-19 Clamper
Clamper SOL SOL

CN102-45
VHG [24]

3.8 INPUT/OUTPUT: VT2300/VT2500

Main Control PCB
Signal Name I/O Description
CN No. Level
Master Buckle When the sensor is activated,
Sensor I CN104-31 0V 5V CN104-31 becomes 5V.

Reverse Roller When the solenoid is turned on,

Solenoid O CN102-6 24V 0V CN102-6 becomes 0V.

Master Feed When the solenoid is turned on,

Clamper Sol. O CN102-19 24V 0V CN102-19 becomes 0V.

Cutter Motor (+) When the cutter unit is returning,

O CN102-29 22V 0V CN102-29 becomes 0V

Cutter Motor When the cutter unit is moving to

(--) O CN102-27 22V 0V the non operation side, CN102-27
becomes 0V.

Master Eject Motor

The specified direction of the
A motor rotation is as viewed from A.

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3.9 CIRCUIT: VT2100/VT2130/VT2150

CN104-10
GND-A GND-A

CN104-21
Cutter Motor (+)
Cutter M
CN104-22
Cutter Motor ( - )

CN104-4
VHG [24] Reverse
Roller
Reverse Roller CN104-23
SOL
SOL
CN104-8
VCC [5] +5V Master
Master Buckle CN104-17
OUT Buckle
Sensor
GND-A GND Sensor

CN104-6 Master
VHG [24]
Feed
Master Feed CN102-30 Clamper
Clamper SOL SOL

3.10 INPUT/OUTPUT: VT2100/VT2130/VT2150

Main Control PCB
Signal Name I/O Description
CN No. Level
Master Buckle When the sensor is activated,
Sensor I CN104-17 0V 5V CN104-17 becomes 5V.

Reverse Roller When the solenoid is turned on,

Solenoid O CN104-23 24V 0V CN104-23 becomes 0V.

Master Feed When the solenoid is turned on,

Clamper Sol. O CN102-30 24V 0V CN102-30 becomes 0V.

Cutter Motor (+) When the cutter unit is returning,

O CN104-21 22V 0V CN104-21 becomes 0V

Cutter Motor When the cutter unit is moving to

(--) O CN104-22 22V 0V the non operation side, CN104-22
becomes 0V.

Master Eject Motor

The specified direction of the
A motor rotation is as viewed from A.

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4. MASTER EJECT SECTION

4.1 OVERALL
Master

• Drum rotates in direction opposite

to printing.

Lower • Master eject rollers rotate.

Eject
Roller • Lower eject roller contacts drum.

• The curled master is caught be-

tween the upper and lower eject
Drum
rollers to eject the master into the
master eject box.
Master Eject Box

Pressure Plate
• The ejected master is compressed
by the pressure plate.
Ejected Master

Master Eject Box

To eject the master wrapped around the drum, the drum rotates in the direc-
tion opposite to the printing direction. Thus, the master is ejected into the
master eject box by utilizing the back curl of the master trailing edge which
is caught between the upper and lower eject rollers.

The ejected master is then compressed by the pressure plate to fully utilize
the master box capacity.

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4.2 MASTER EJECT ROLLER ROTATING MECHANISM

[J]
[C]
[K]
[E]

[F]

[G]
[I]
[H]
[D]

[L]
[N] [A]
[M]
[O]

[B]

After the original is set, the main motor rotates in the reverse direction (30
rpm) when the Master Making key is pressed.

When the interrupter [A] blocks the 2nd drum position sensor [B], the mas-
ter eject motor [C] starts rotating counterclockwise and the gear [D] is
driven clockwise through gears [E], [F], [G], and [H]. The upper first eject
rollers [I] also turn clockwise, because gear [D] has a one-way clutch. At the
same time, the belts [J] drive the upper second eject rollers [K], and gears
[L] and [M] drive the lower eject rollers [N] counterclockwise.

After the drum completes one rotation in the reverse direction, the inter-
rupter [A] blocks the first drum position sensor [O]. The master eject roller
then stops rotation.
NOTE: The VT2300/VT2500 use a timing belt instead of a gear [E]. (See
page 2-84.)

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4.3 MASTER EJECT ROLLER DRIVE MECHANISM

[A]

[B]
[C]

[D]

[E]

When the drum turns 20 degrees past the second drum position sensor [A],
the master eject solenoid [B] turns on and the supporter [C] turns counter-
clockwise around the upper eject roller shaft [D]. This forces the lower first
eject rollers [E] to contact the drum.

As the drum turns, the curled trailing edge of the master enters between the
upper and lower first eject rollers. The first eject rollers then peel the master
from the drum.

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[A]

[C]

[B]

[D]

When the drum turns 70 degrees past the second drum position sensor, the
master eject solenoid [A] turns off, separating the lower first eject roller [B]
from the drum.

When the ejected master is between the upper and lower first eject rollers,
it activates the master eject switch [C]. After that, the master is stacked into
the master eject box [D].
NOTE: The VT2300/VT2500 use a photo reflective sensor instead of a me-
chanically actuated switch [C].

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Master Eject Misfeed Detection:

2nd Drum Position SN

20° 50° 20°
30°
Master Eject Sol.
120°
Master Eject Switch
(Sensor)
Main Motor Reversing
83°
Main Motor Forwarding
Master Eject
Motor Reversing
1st Master 2nd Master
Eject Process Eject Process
( ): VT2300/VT2500

When the master eject switch is not activated within 120 degrees of drum re-
verse rotation during the 1st master eject process, the drum rotates 83 de-
grees in the forward direction to repeat the master eject process (2nd mas-
ter eject process) as shown above.

If the master eject switch is not turned on again in the 2nd master eject
process, a master eject misfeed is detected.

When a master misfeed occurs during the 2nd master ejection, rotation of
the drum in the reverse direction stops, the master eject motor turns off,
and the main motor turns on to drive the drum to the home position. After
the drum returns to the home position, the beeper sounds, and F and
indicators blink.
NOTE: The VT2300/VT2500 use a photo reflective master eject sensor.

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[F]

[E]

[B]
[A] [D]

[G] [C]

When the drum has turned 230 degrees past the second drum position sen-
sor activation position, the master eject clamper solenoid [A] turns on and
turns the lever [B] counterclockwise. This moves the cam [C] to the drum’s
side. After that, the clamper sector gear [D] rides on the cam [C] and the
gear [E] turns counterclockwise opening the master clamper [F] for master
ejection.

When the drum turns 13 degrees past the first drum position sensor, the
main motor turns off. Then, after 0.5 second, the master eject clamper sole-
noid turns off and the spring [G] returns the opening cam to the normal posi-
tion.

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[B]
[A]

[E]

[D]
[O]
[G]
[F]

[R] [H]
[I]
[K]
[N] [J]
[L]
[M]
[P]
[C]
[Q]

After the master making process is finished, the master eject motor [A]
turns clockwise to raise the pressure plate [B].
When the master eject motor turns, the gear [C] is driven through the timing
belt [R] the gears [D], [E], [F], [G], [H], [I], [J], [K], [L] and [M]. The pin [N] on
the gear [C] which is inserted into the link [O] rises and lifts the left end of
the link; thus, raising the pressure plate [B].
The gear [C] continues to turn until the lever [P] moves into the notch on
the bottom of the cam, located behind the gear [C]. At this time, the master
eject motor [A] stops as the lower end of the lever [P] pushes the pressure
plate position switch [Q]. Thus, the pressure plate is held in the upper posi-
tion.
When the master eject motor turns clockwise, the gear [I] turns clockwise,
but the upper first eject roller does not turn because of a one-way clutch in
the gear [I]. Also, when the master eject motor turns in the reverse direction
(counterclockwise), the pressure plate does not move because of a one-
way clutch in the gear [L].
NOTE: The VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 use a gear instead of a timing belt
[R]. (See page 2-79.)

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[F]

[A]

[H]

[G]

[D]

[C] [B]
[E]

After the master eject process is finished, the master eject motor [A] turns
clockwise, driving the gear [B] clockwise through the relay gears.

When the pin [C] of the gear [B] turns about 45 degrees, the pressure plate
goes down immediately due to the one-way clutch in the gear [D] and the
pressure spring [E]. Therefore, the ejected master in the master eject box is
compressed by the pressure plate [F].

If the full master detecting switch [G] does not turn on when the pressure
plate goes down, this means that the master eject box is filled with ejected
masters. In this case, the "F" and indicators blink, and the machine
stops after a new master is wrapped.

The "F" and indicators cannot be reset until the master box switch is
turned OFF and ON. This is to prevent the full ejected master condition
from being reset without removing the ejected master from the box.
NOTE: The VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 use a gear instead of a timing belt
[H]. (See page 2-79.)

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4.6 ELECTRICAL TIMING

Master Making Key "ON"
T1

1st Drum Position Sensor T4

T2
2nd Drum Position Sensor

Paper Table Height SN

13°

Main Motor Reversing

Master Eject Motor Reversing

20° 50° 160°
Master Eject Sol.
T3 T5
230°
Master Eject Clamper Sol. 500 ms

Main Motor Forwarding 100 ms

Master Eject Detecting SN

(SW)
( ): VT2100/VT2130/VT2150

T1: When the Master Making key is pressed, the main motor starts rotat-
ing in reverse. At the same time the paper table drive motor also
starts rotating to lift the paper table to the proper position.
T2: When the 2nd drum position sensor is activated, the master eject mo-
tor starts rotating in reverse to drive the master eject rollers.
T3: When the drum rotates 20 degrees past the 2nd drum position sen-
sor, the master eject solenoid is energized to press the master eject
roller against the drum surface. The master eject solenoid is de-ener-
gized when the drum rotates 50 degrees more.
When the drum rotates 160 degrees after the master eject solenoid is
de-energized the master eject clamper solenoid is energized.
T4: When the drum turns 13 degrees past the first drum position sensor
actuation position, the main motor stops.
T5: 500 milliseconds after the main motor stops, the master eject clamper
solenoid turns off. Then, after a 100 millisecond-pause, the main mo-
tor starts rotation in the forward direction and stays on until the first
drum position sensor is activated.

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4.7 CIRCUIT: VT2300/VT2500

CN104-24
Master Box SW CN102-47
24V
CN104-26
Full Master SOL Master Eject SOL
Detecting SW CN102-17
CN104-20
Pressure Plate 24V
Position SW CN102-49
SOL Master Eject Clamper SOL
GND
Master Eject SN CN102-19

CN102-26 CN102-25
+
M Master Eject Motor
CN102-35

CN104-37 CN102-23

Master Eject Motor:

Turning counterclockwise : CN102-23 is connected to the GND
and CN102-25 is connected to 24V line.
Turning clockwise : CN102-25 is connected to the GND
and CN102-23 is connected to 24V line

4.8 INPUT/OUTPUT: VT2300/VT2500

I/O Main Control Board
Signal Name Description
CN No. Level
LED: Master Eject When the main switch is turned on, the
0 102-26 24V 0V voltage at CN102-26 is OV.
Detection
Master Eject De- When the master is placed under the
tection I 104-37 0V 0.2V sensor, the voltage is 0.2V~0.4V at CN104-37
and 4V at TP104 (MDLV).
5m
Master Box Detec- 7.5V
sec When the master box switch turns on,
I 104-24 the voltage at CN104-24 is OV.
tion 0V

Full Master Detec- 7.5V 5m

sec When the full master detection switch
I 104-26 turns on, the voltage at CN104-26 is OV.
tion 0V

5m
Pressure Plate Po- 7.5V
sec When the pressure plate position switch
I 104-20 turns on, the voltage at CN104-20 is OV.
sition 0V

Master Eject Sole- 24V When the master eject solenoid turns on,
0 102-17 0V the voltage at CN 102-17 is OV.
noid
Master Eject 24V When the master eject clamper solenoid
0 102-19 0V turns on, the voltage at CN102-19 is OV.
Clamper Solenoid
+: Master Eject When the master eject motor turns
Motor 0 102-25 0V 22V clockwise, the voltage at CN102-25 is
22V.
----: Master Eject When the master eject motor turns
Motor 0 102-23 0V 22V counterclockwise, the voltage at
CN102-23 is 22V.
Master Eject Motor
The motor direction of rotation
A
is as viewed from A

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4.9 CIRCUIT: VT2100/VT2130/VT2150

CN104-27
Full Master
Detecting SW CN104-6
24V
SOL Master Eject SOL
CN104-25 CN104-28
Pressure Plate
Position SW
SOL Master Eject Clamper SOL

CN104-24 CN102-29
Master Eject SW
CN104-29
+
M Master Eject Motor
CN104-26
Master Box SW

CN104-30

GND
CN301-2 Main Board
Master Eject Motor:
Turning counterclockwise : CN104-30 is connected to the GND
and CN104-29 is connected to 24V line.
Turning clockwise : CN104-29 is connected to the GND
and CN104-30 is connected to 24V line

4.10 INPUT/OUTPUT: VT2100/VT2130/VT2150

I/O Main Control Board
Signal Name Description
CN No. Level
7.5V 5m
Master Eject When the master eject detection switch
sec
I 104-24
Detection turns on, the voltage at CN104-24 is 0V
0V

5m
Master Box I 104-26
7.5V
sec When the master box switch turns on,

Detection 0V the voltage at CN104-26 is 0V

5m
Full Master I 104-27
7.5V
sec When the full master detection switch

Detection 0V turns on, the voltage at CN104-27 is 0V

5m
Pressure Plate When the pressure plate position switch
7.5V
sec
I 104-25
Position 0V turns on, the voltage at CN104-25 is 0V
Master Eject 0 104-28 24V 0V When the master eject solenoid turns on,
Solenoid the voltage at CN104-28 is 0V
Master Eject 0 102-29 24V 0V When the master eject clamper solenoid
clamper Solenoid turns on, the voltage at CN102-29 is 0V
+: Master Eject When the master eject motor turns
Motor 0 104-29 22V 0V clockwise, the voltage at CN104-29 is
22V
----: Master Eject When the master eject motor turns
Motor 0 104-30 22V 0V counter clockwise, the voltage at
CN104-30 is 22V

Master Eject Motor

The motor direction of rotation
A
is as viewed from A

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5. PAPER FEED SECTION

5.1 OVERALL

2nd Upper Feed Roller Paper Feed Roller

Upper Separation Roller

[D] [C] [B]

[E] [F]

Paper
2nd Lower Lower Separation
Feed Roller Roller

[A]

[A]: Separation Plate

[B]: Paper Feed Roller
[C]: Upper Separation Roller
[D]: 2nd Upper Feed Roller
[E]: 2nd Lower Feed Roller
[F]: Lower Separation Roller

This machine uses a center separation system, which consists of the sepa-
ration plate [A] and rollers, is used instead of the corner separation system.
Also, the paper table is lifted and lowered by a motor.

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5.2 PAPER FEED ROLLER/UPPER SEPARATION ROLLER

MECHANISM

[C]
[L]
[H]

[G]

[B] [F]

[M] [K]
[E]

[A]
[I]
[D]

The sector gear [A], located on the non-operation side, rotates the paper
feed roller [B] and the upper separation roller [C]. When the paper feed sole-
noid [D] turns on, the link [E] is pulled and the sector stopper [F] turns coun-
terclockwise. This is because the sector gear lock is released when the
cam roller [G] is positioned on the top of the paper feed roller cam [H].
Then, the cam roller [G] of the sector gear moves along the cam face of the
paper feed roller cam [H].
When moving the cam roller [G] from the bottom to the top of the paper
feed roller cam [H], the sector gear [A] turns clockwise and the gear [I] is
turned counterclockwise. The rotation of the gear [I] is transmitted to the up-
per separation roller shaft [J] by the one-way clutch inside the gear [I], and
the upper separation roller [C] turns counterclockwise.
At the same time, the pulley [K] mounted on the upper separation roller
shaft [L] turns, and the belt [M] rotates the paper feed roller [B] counterclock-
wise to feed the printing paper.
When the cam roller [G] moves from the top to the bottom of the paper feed
roller cam [H], the sector gear [A] turns counterclockwise and the gear [I] is
turned clockwise. However, due to the one-way clutch inside the gear [I],
the upper separation roller [C] and the paper feed roller [B] do not turn.

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[D]

[C]

[B]

[A]

The feed roller assembly [A] rotates clockwise around it’s shaft [B] due to
the weight of assembly.

The feed roller rotation is resisted by the feed roller pressure spring [C].

The force difference between the feed roller assembly weight and the pres-
sure spring force is applied to the paper as a feed roller pressure.

The feed roller pressure can be changed by moving the feed- pressure
lever [D] up or down as shown in the figure.

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5.4 SEPARATION MECHANISM

[E]
[C]

[G]
UP

[E]

[F] [A]

DOWN
[D]
[B]
[G]

[F]

The separation plate [A] is in contact with the upper separation roller [C]
due to the spring [B]. This is to prevent multiple paper feed.

As the lower separation roller [D] does not turn clockwise due to the one
way clutch bearings [G] provided on both right and left separation levers [E],
the sheets are separated and a sheet of paper is fed to the second feed roll-
ers. When 2 sheets of paper are fed, brake force is applied to the lower
sheet of paper.

The pressure between upper and lower separation rollers can be adjusted
in two steps by changing the right and left separation pressure adjusting lev-
ers [F].

Up (Weak position) → Spring tension and separation pressure decrease.

Down (Standard position) → Spring tension and separation pressure increase.

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5.5 SEPARATION ROLLER PRESSURE RELEASE

MECHANISM

[D]

[B]
[A]

[E] [C]

[C]: Lower Separation Roller

[D]: Upper Separation Roller
[E]: Separation Pressure Adjusting Lever

When the paper table lowers the paper feed roller lever [A] also lowers and
presses the left separation lever [B] to release the separation roller pressure.

This mechanism makes misfed paper removal easy.

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5.6 SECOND FEED ROLLER MECHANISM

[H]
[I]

[A]

[G]
[F]

[C]
[D] [E] [B]

The lower second feed roller [A] is driven by the sector gear [B] and the
gear [C]. When the paper feed solenoid [D] turns on, the link [E] combined
with the paper feed roller sector stopper [F] is pulled and the second feed
roller sector stopper [G] turns counterclockwise.

When the bearing [H] of the sector gear comes to the top of the lower sec-
ond feed roller cam [I], the stopper [G] is released from the sector gear [B]
as a clearance is formed between the pin of the sector gear and the stop-
per. Therefore, the bearing of the sector gear moves along the second feed
roller cam face.

When turning the gear [C] counterclockwise, its rotation is not transmitted to
the lower second feed roller due to the one-way clutch bearing press-fit into
the gear [C].

When the bearing [H] of the sector gear moves up from the bottom of the
second feed roller cam [I], the sector gear turns counterclockwise and gear
[C] turns clockwise. As the rotation of the gear [C] is transmitted to the
lower second feed roller, the lower second feed roller turns clockwise to
feed the paper to the drum section.

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[A]

[G]

[B] [G]

[C]
[F]

[D]
[E]

Normally, the upper second feed roller [A] does not contact the lower sec-
ond feed roller [B]. When the second feed roller sector gear [C] is moved,
the upper second feed roller moves against the lower second feed roller to
feed paper to the drum section.

When the sector gear [C] turns clockwise, the bearing of the lever [D]
moves down from the top of the cam [E] mounted behind the sector gear,
and the lever [D] and the upper roller shaft [F] turn clockwise.

As the upper roller shaft [F] is an eccentric shaft, the upper second feed
roller [B] contacts the lower second feed roller and the upper second feed
roller is turned by the friction of the lower second feed roller. Springs [G] ap-
ply tension to both the right and left sides of the upper second feed roller.

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5.7 PAPER TABLE UP/DOWN MECHANISM

The paper table is raised and lowered by the paper table drive motor [A].

The paper end sensor [B] is actuated when the paper is set on the paper ta-
ble. When the Print Start key is pressed, the paper table drive motor starts
turning clockwise (X direction) and the worm gear [C] also turns. The worm
wheel [D] turns clockwise and the gears [E] on the both sides turn to raise
the racks [F].

As the paper table rises, the paper pushes against the paper feed rollers
[G]; thereby, raising the lever [H] which is mounted on the feed roller cover.
This activates the paper table height sensor [I] (the phototransistor senses
the light from the photocoupler, which up to now was cut off by the lever),
causing the paper table motor to turn OFF and stop raising the paper table.

As printing proceeds and the paper level runs down, the lever [H] cuts off
the light of photocoupler and the paper table motor turns clockwise until the
phototransistor is reactivated. As a result, the top of the paper stack is con-
stantly kept at the correct height.

When no paper is present, the paper end sensor is not activated and the pa-
per table motor turns counterclockwise (Y direction) to lower the paper ta-
ble. The paper table is lowered until the actuator [J] interrupts the lower limit
sensor [K].

When a misfeed occurs, the paper table motor turns counterclockwise

(Y direction) for one second, slightly lowering the paper table.
NOTE: The VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 use a photo interrupter sensor instead
of a photo reflective sensor [B].

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[F]

[J] [E]

[F]

[E]
[K]
[D]

[B]

X
[C]

[A]

[G]

[H]

[I]

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[D]

[E]
[F]

[A]

[B]
[C]
[F]

The shaft [A] of the fine adjusting dial [B] is threaded. The inside of the
sleeve [C] is also threaded. The sleeve is fixed to the feed table stay [D]
through a bracket [E].

The feed table brackets [F] mounted under the table are fixed on the both
ends of the adjusting dial shaft.

When the fine adjusting dial is turned clockwise and the feed table moves
to the right.

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5.9 PAPER SIZE DETECTION: VT2300/VT2500

B5/LT lengthwise.

[SN1] [SN2] [SN3]

A4/LG lengthwise.

[SN1] [SN2] [SN3]

B4/DLT lengthwise.

[A] [SN1] [SN2] [SN3]

The size of the paper set on the paper table is detected by the three paper
size sensors (photo sensors) mounted on the paper table [A].
The master making process (Master feed direction only) is controlled accord-
ing to the detected paper size so that ink will not be transferred to the pres-
sure roller when the printing paper is smaller than the image on the master.
Paper size sensors [SN1], [SN2], and [SN3] detect the paper size before
the master making process starts. The master making length in the master
feeding direction is determined by sensor ON/OFF states as shown below.
A4 Version:
Master Making Length in
Paper Size Sensor Master Making
Combine 2 Originals Mode
Paper Size Length in
Normal Mode More than Less than 93%
SN1 SN2 SN3
100% ratio ratio
A3/B4 lengthwise ON ON ON 354 mm 354 mm 354 mm
A4 lengthwise ON ON OFF 287 mm 287 mm 291.1 mm
B5 lengthwise ON OFF OFF 247 mm 247 mm 251.3 mm
A5 lengthwise
OFF OFF OFF 172 mm 172 mm 203.1 mm
B5 sideways

LT Version:
Master Making Length in
Paper Size Sensor Master Making
Combine 2 Originals Mode
Paper Size Length in
Normal Mode More than Less than 93%
SN1 SN2 SN3
100% ratio ratio
DLT lengthwise ON ON ON 354 mm (13.9") 354 mm (13.9") 354 mm (13.9")
LG lengthwise 345.6 mm 345.6 mm 345.6 mm
ON ON OFF
(13.6") (13.6") (13.6")
LT lengthwise 269.4 mm 269.4 mm 269.4 mm
ON OFF OFF
(10.6") (10.6") (10.6")
HLT lengthwise 205.9 mm 205.9 mm 205.9 mm
OFF OFF OFF
(8.1") (8.1") (8.1")

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5.10 PAPER END DETECTION: VT2300/VT2500

[A]

A reflective sensor [A] (non-actuator type) is used to detect paper end. This
makes it possible for the optional paper cassette to be installed on the pa-
per table.

5.11 OPTIONAL B4 PAPER CASSETTE: VT2300/VT2500

The optional B4 paper cassette is the universal type. The paper guide
plates can be adjusted to accommodate different paper sizes.

Side plate width settings : 180~260 mm (7.1" x 10.2")

Rear plate length settings : 178~188 mm (7.0" x 7.4"),

25

Paper cassette capacity : 500 sheets (66.3 g/m2/17.6 lb)

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5.12 ELECTRICAL TIMING

Master Eject
Master Clamp
Master Trial Print Print
Main Making Start
SW Set Key Key Counter
ON Paper "ON" "ON" "0"

Paper Table Height SN

Paper Table Lower
Limit SN
Paper End SN
(sw)
Paper Table Motor Up T1

Main Motor Reversing

1st Drum Position SN

2nd Drum Position SN

Paper Feed Sol./ T3

Printing Pressure Sol..
T2
Main Motor Fowarding

Right Cutter SW
( ): VT2100/VT2130/VT2150

T1: When the paper end sensor is not actuated and the Master Making
key is pressed, the paper table up signal turns on RA303 and the pa-
per table motor rotates to raise the paper table. The paper table mo-
tor turns off when the paper table height sensor turns on. At the
same time main motor starts rotating in the reverse direction.
T2: After the master eject and master clamping process are over and the
cutter motor is driven to the right position (right cutter switch ON) the
paper feed solenoid and the printing pressure solenoid turn on. It
turns off when the second drum position sensor turns on.
T3: When the Print Start key is pressed, the main motor starts rotating.
When the second drum position sensor turns on, the paper feed sole-
noid and the printing pressure solenoid turn on again to start printing.
The paper feed solenoid and the printing pressure solenoid turn off
when the copy counter indicates "0".

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5.13 CIRCUIT: VT2300/VT2500

Paper Table Lower
Limit SN 102-36 1-3 A
+12V +12V
102-38 102-42 1-1 K
+5V -12V SENS1
104-4 1-4 C Paper
GND +12V
104-23 104-21 1-2 E
Paper End
102-24
SN-3 SENS2
104-4 102-20 Paper End SN
GND SN-2
102-18
SN-1

102-14 Paper Size Detection Board

Paper Table Height SN
+24V
SOL Paper Feed SOL
102-45
104-25 FUSE
101 SOL Printing Pressure SOL
(1A)

102-13 302-3
+24V RA304
301-10 (Up)
Up 102-8 RA
301-7 304 302-4
RA303 Paper
(Down)
Down 102-9
RA M Table
301-8 303 Motor
AC-H 302-5

Relay PCB
Main Control PCB
AC100V

5.14 INPUT/OUTPUT: VT2300/VT2500

Main Control PCB
Signal Name I/O Description
CN No Level
Paper Table 7.5V 5m
sec
When the actuator is in the sensor, the
Lower Limit I 104-23 0V
voltage at CN104-23 is 7.5 .V Pulse.
Sensor
Paper Table 7.5V 5m
sec
When the actuator is in the sensor, the
Height Sensor I 104-25 voltage at CN104-25 is 7.5 V pulse.
0V

Paper End Sensor 5V

5m
sec
When paper is present, the voltage at
I 104-21 2.5V CN104-21 is 5.0 V pulse.

Paper Size When paper is present, the voltage at

Detection Sensor I 102-24 5V 0V CN102-24 is 0 V.
3
Paper Size When paper is present, the voltage at
Detection Sensor I 102-20 5V 0V CN102-20 is 0 V.
2
Paper Size When paper is present, the voltage at
Detection Sensor I 102-18 5V 0V CN102-18 is 0 V.
1
Paper Feed 24V When the solenoid turns on, the
O 102-14 0V voltage at CN102-14 is 0 V.
Solenoid
Relay: Paper 24V When the paper table is being raised,
O 102- 8 0V the voltage at CN102-8 is 0 V.
Table Up
Relay: Paper 24V When the paper table is being lowered,
O 102- 9 0V the voltage at CN102-9 is 0 V.
Table Down

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5.15 CIRCUIT: VT2100/VT2130/VT2150

Main Control P.C.B.
Paper Table Height Sensor
24V
CN 103-3 CN 104-6

SOL Paper Feed SOL

CN 102-22
CN 102-31

SOL Printing Pressure SOL

CN 102-27
Paper Table Lower
Limit Sensor
CN RA303
301-7 RA 302-3
RA
CN 104-9 303
RA302
Paper Tabel
CN 102-21
CN 104-11
RA
RA
M Drive Motor
CN 302
302-4
301-8
RA RA 302-5
RA 303-2 303-1
AC Drive P.C.B.
AC100V
Paper End Sensor
Vcc(+5V)
CN104-7

CN 104-15

CN 103-4
GND

5.16 INPUT/OUTPUT: VT2100/VT2130/VT2150

Main Control PCB

Signal Name I/O Description
CN No Level
paper Feed When the solenoid turns on, the
Solenoid O 102-31 24V 0V voltage at CN102-31 is 0V

Paper Table 7.5V 5m

sec
When the actuator is out of the sensor,
Height Sensor O 102-22 the voltage at CN102-22 is 0V
0V

Paper Table 7.5V 5m

sec
When the actuator is out of the sensor,
Lower Limit O 102-21 0V
the voltage at CN102-21 is 0V
Sensor
Relay: Paper When the paper table is being raised,
Table Up O 104-9 24V 0V the voltage at CN104-9 is 0V
Relay: Paper When the paper table is being raised,
Table Down O 104-11 24V 0V the voltage at CN104-11 is 0V

Paper End Sensor 7.5V 5m

sec
When paper is present, the voltage at
O 104-15 0V
CN104-15 0V

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6. PRINTING SECTION
6.1 OVERALL

[A]
Drum [B]

Paper Detecting Arm

Pressure ON/OFF
Lever

In this section, the paper detecting feeler [A] detects whether paper is fed
correctly to the second paper feed roller section or not.

Only when the paper is correctly fed, printing pressure is applied (the pres-
sure roller [B] contacts the drum) to transmit the ink from the master to the
printing paper.

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6.2 PAPER DETECTING AND PRINTING PRESSURE

ON/OFF MECHANISM

[E] [I]

[D] [H]

[C] [B]

[A] [G]

[F]

[C]

Printing Pressure ON → Printing Pressure sensor [H] is not interrupted.

Printing Pressure OFF → Printing Pressure sensor [H] is interrupted.

The main motor turns the gear [A], thus rotating the pressure cam [B]. Dur-
ing the printing process, the pressure cam [B] turns clockwise as the main
motor turns clockwise. When paper is not fed, the pressure ON/OFF lever
[C] is locked by the paper detecting arm [D]. However, when paper is fed,
the bearing of the pressure ON/OFF lever [C] rides up on the top of the
pressure cam [B] and slight clearance is made between the paper detecting
arm [D] and the pressure ON/OFF lever [C]. At this moment, the paper
turns the paper detecting feeler [E] slightly clockwise and a clearance forms
in the lock section. Therefore, the paper detecting arm [D] turns clockwise,
releasing the lock of the pressure ON/OFF lever [C]. Also, the printing pres-
sure solenoid [F] turns on to release the pressure ON/OFF lever [C]. As a
result, the bearing of the pressure ON/OFF lever [C] moves along the pres-
sure cam [B] and the pressure roller [I] moves against the drum for printing.

The printing pressure is determined by the pressure spring [G] which is ad-
justable. The printing pressure sensor [H] is not interrupted when the press
roller [I] comes near the drum.
6.3 PRINT PRESSURE RELEASE MECHANISM

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[A]

This release mechanism prevents deformation of the drum and the pressure
roller when the drum is pulled out to remove misfed paper.

The printing pressure solenoid [A] is energized/de-energized at the same

time as the paper feed solenoid.

When a paper misfeed occurs, the paper feed solenoid and the printing
pressure solenoid are de-energized but the print pressure is still applied to
the drum. This print pressure is released when the drum rotates to the drum
home position after the drum rotation button is pressed.

This printing pressure release mechanism works even if the paper detecting
feeler is actuated by the misfed paper.

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6.4 CIRCUIT
Printing Pressure Sensor
+5V +24
CN103-5 CN103-1
(CN102-38)
C Print Counter
CN104-25 CN102-34
(CN104-28) (CN102-4)

CN104-6
CN103-4 : GND (CN102-45)
(CN104-4 : GND)
SOL Paper Feed SOL
CN102-31
(CN102-14)
( ): VT2300/VT2500
Printing
Main Board SOL
Pressure SOL

6.5 INPUT/OUTPUT
Main Control PCB
Signal Name I/O Description
CN No. Level
7.5V 5 m sec
Printing CN104-25 When the pressure is applied the
Pressure Sensor I 0V voltage at CN104-25(CN104-28)
(CN104-28) is 0 V.
Printing CN102-31 When the printing pressure
Pressure O 24V 0V solenoid turn on, the voltage at
Solenoid (CN102-14) CN102- 31(CN102-14) 0 V.
( ): VT2300/VT2500
6.6 ELECTRICAL TIMING

2nd Drum Position Sensor

Paper Feed Solenoid

T1 T2
Pressure Detecting Sensor

Print Counter

T1: When the printing pressure is applied and the printing pressure sen-
sor is not interrupted, the print counter signal is applied for 100 milli-
seconds to increase the print counter and decrease the counter on
the operation panel.
T2: When the printing pressure sensor is not interrupted and the copy
counter on the operation panel indicates "0", the paper feed solenoid
and the printing pressure solenoid turn off to stop paper feeding and
to release the printing pressure.

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7. DRUM SECTION
7.1 OVERALL

[C] [B]
[A]

[F]

[E]

[D]

[A]: Doctor Roller

[B]: Ink
[C]: Ink Roller
[D]: Pressure Roller
[E]: Paper
[F]: Drum

In this section, ink is supplied from the ink cartridge and is applied to the ink
roller uniformly. The ink is then transferred to the printing paper through the
holes in the master.

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7.2 DRUM ROTATION MECHANISM

[G]
[H]
[F]

[E]

[A]
[D]

[I] [C]

[B]
[J]

The main motor (DC motor) [A], located under the rear side plate, turns the
drum either clockwise or counterclockwise by means of belt [B], gears [C]
[D], belt [E], and pulley [F].

The drive mechanism uses helical gears, which turn more quietly. Gear [H]
at the rear of the machine and gear [G] at the rear end of the drum unit
have special grooves that prevent gear [G] from engaging gear [H] if gear
[H] is not at the correct position.

Pulse disk [I] and sensor [J] on the main motor shaft check the drum rota-
tion speed.

When the drum is at the original stop position, the drum actuator interrupts
the first drum position sensor and the drum unit can be pulled out from the
machine.
NOTE: VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 use a gear instead of a timing belt [B].

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7.3 DRUM LOCK MECHANISM 1

[D]

[E] [C]
[A]

[C]

[A]

[B]
[A]
[B]
[C]
[C]

[A]

[B]

When the drum unit is set in the machine, the arm [A] is turned counter-
clockwise by the lock pin [B]. The top of the arm is locked by the stopper
[C] to lock the drum in the machine completely. At the same time, the drum
detecting switch [D] is turned on by the top of the stopper [C].

When pulling the lever [E] to the operation side, the stopper [C] is turned
clockwise and the stopper is released from the arm [A] due to spring ten-
sion. Therefore, the locking mechanism of the drum is also released.

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7.4 DRUM LOCK MECHANISM 2: VT2300/VT2500

[D]

[F]

[E]

[C]

[A]
[B]

The drum lock solenoid [A] turns on when the copy cycle is interrupted by
opening a cover or turning off the main switch. Arm [B] then locks arm [C]
in place. This prevents the drum from being removed.

When lever [D] is pulled towards the front of the machine, arm [E] raises
and the drum safety switch [F] turns off. With the safety switch off, the drum
will not rotate when the Drum Rotation button is pressed. Push in on the
drum handle to turn on the safety switch and enable the Drum Rotation but-
ton.

NOTE: Lever [D] is pulled out when the user attempts to pull the drum unit
out before returning the drum to the original position.

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7.5 DRUM LOCK MECHANISM 3

[B]

[B]
[A]

[A]

*When the drum is set in the machine.

To prevent the drum from rotating when the drum is pulled out of the ma-
chine, the drum stopper [A] drops into the drum lock [B] to secure the drum.

When the drum is installed in the machine, the drum stopper [A] is held out
of the drum lock by the side plate of the machine.

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7.6 DRUM LOCK MECHANISM 4

[A]
[D]

[B] [D]

Operation Side
[E]

[C]

When the drum is pulled out, the drum stopper [A] drops down into the hole
as shown in the figure and the drum stopper stops the drum unit from being
pulled out any further.
In this condition, if the operator pull the handle [B], the drum unit cannot
drop.

When the stopper releasing lever [C] is moved to the operation side as illus-
trated in the direction of the allow, the drum stopper releasing lever pushes
up the drum stopper [D] to the same level as the drum rail cover[E]. This al-
lows the drum to be removed.

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7.7 INK SUPPLY MECHANISM

[H]
[F]

[C] [J]
[G]

[I]
[E]

[B]
[A]

[D]

Ink is supplied from the ink cartridge [A] to the ink roller by the ink pump [B]
through 4 holes in the drum shaft [C].

Drum rotation is transmitted through gear [D] to gear [E].

However, rotation is not transmitted to gear [F] due to the spring clutch [G].

When the ink on the ink roller decreases and the ink detector turns on, the
ink supply solenoid [H] turns on and the ink supply stopper [I] releases from
the clutch sleeve allowing the gear [F] and gear [J] to turn.

The pin [H] moves the pump shaft up and down as gear [J] rotates. There-
fore, the ink in the ink cartridge is sucked into the pump. The pump then
pushes the ink out onto the ink roller through the 4 holes in the drum shaft
[C].

* One stroke of the ink pump occurs for every 2 rotations of the drum.

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7.8 INK KNEADING MECHANISM

[A] 0.08 mm
[B]

[C] [F]

[C]

[B]

[A]

[E] [D]

The ink kneading mechanism consists of the ink roller [A] which rotates with
the drum and the doctor roller [B] which ensures that the ink is supplied
evenly to the ink roller.

The ink roller rotates due to the gear [C], which rotates with the drum,
through idle gear [D] and gear [E] mounted on the ink roller. The ink roller
rotates 1.5 times faster than the drum.

The doctor roller is adjusted to give a distance of 0.08 millimeters between

itself and the ink roller. It rotates to create an even thickness of ink.

The ink roller does not contact the screen [F] when not printing. However,
during the printing process, the ink on the ink roller is transmitted to the
print paper through holes in the screen and the master while the drum
screen is held against the master by the pressure roller located under the
drum.

Gear [E] has a one-way clutch to prevent the ink roller from rotating in the
reverse direction when the drum turns in the reverse direction during the
master eject process.

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7.9 DRUM MASTER DETECTION: VT2300/VT2500

[A]

[B]
[C]

[B]

The drum master detection sensor [A] mounted on the drum rail detects
whether the master is on the drum.

When there is a master on the drum, the black seal [B] is covered and the
sensor detects the light reflected from the master [C]. Printing starts when
the Print Start key is pressed.

When there is no master on the drum, the black seal is exposed. The black
seal does not reflect light back to the sensor. The "M" indicator blinks and
printing does not start when the Print Start key is pressed. The Master Mak-
ing key can only be pressed after an original is set on the original table.

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7.10 INK DETECTION

TP1
D902 1
5
OUTPUT1 VR901
TP INK CN104-16
(CN104-9) TP2
2
D904 D903 THRESHOLD
9
CN902-2 OUTPUT2
-12V
Main Control P.C.B.
-12V
8
TRIGGER2
12 THRESHOLD
CN901-1 2
C908

[B]
INK Detecting Board

( ): VT2300/VT2500

[A]

[C]

[A]: Doctor Roller

[B]: Detecting Pin
[C]: Ink Roller

The ink detection circuit consists of an electrode (detecting pin), to detect

the electrostatic capacity and a multivibrator. The pulse generated by the
multivibrator is different when ink is present and when ink is not present.
This pulse is compared to a standard pulse to detect whether or not there is
ink in the drum.

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Ink is present No ink is present

T0 T0
(1) Standard Generation
Pulse

(2) Detecting Pulse T1 T2

(3) Output of CN902-2

(LED 102)

(1) The standard pulse is output from OUTPUT 1. The pulse length (T0)
can be adjusted by adjusting VR901.

(2) OUTPUT 2 is the detection pulse. The time constant is determined by

C908 and the ink. The detection pulse is triggered by the rising edge of
the standard pulse.
When ink is present, the electrostatic capacity increases and the pulse
length (T1) becomes longer. On the other hand, when ink is not pre-
sent, the pulse length (T2) becomes shorter as the electrostatic capac-
ity decreases.

(3) The pulse length (T1 or T2) is compared with the standard pulse (T0).
When the time constant (T2 = No ink) is shorter than the standard
pulse (T0), the output of CN902-2 goes low.

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7.11 ELECTRICAL TIMING

20 rotations

2nd Drum Position Sensor

No Ink signal T1

Ink Supply Sol.

No Ink Indication T2

T1: After all the ink has been consumed and the no ink signal is
HIGH,the ink supply solenoid turns on at the rising edge of the sec-
ond drum position sensor signal. The ink supply solenoid turns off
when the no ink signal goes HIGH.
T2: If after the ink supply solenoid turns on the drum turns a further 20 ro-
tations and the no ink signal remains LOW, the No Ink indicator (D +
) blinks.
When the "0" key and "Reset" key are pressed while the No Ink indi-
cator (D + ) blinks, the drum turns 40 rotations.
When the No Ink Signal goes HIGH during the 40 drum rotations, the
ink supply solenoid is de-energized.

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7.12 CIRCUIT:
Main Control Board

+24V

(104-28) 102-45
102-46 (104-6) 1
+24V
Fuse
Drum Safety SW
(104-1) 102
102-16 SOL Ink Supply SOL
104-39 (5A) (102-32) 2

104-3
(102-8) 5
102-11 GND
COM (104-17) 104-14
102-15 (102-18) 6 Color Drum
No 1 (104-26)
Drum 104-30
No 2 (104-7) VT2300/VT2500 Only
Rotation SW
102-12 (102-22) 4
L- (104-35)
L+
VT2300/VT2500 Only
5V SOL Drum Lock SOL
3

K 104-34
LED 104-9 8
A 102-40 (104-16) 901-1 Ink Detecting Pin
+12V 902-2
C 102-41
(104-14)
E 104-6 -12V 902-3
102-43
(104-12) 7
901-2
GND 902-1
Master
Drum Master Detection Sensor Ink Detection Board

( ): VT2100/VT2130/VT2150

7.13 INPUT/OUTPUT:

Main Control PCP

Signal Name I/O Description
CN NO Level
Drum Rotation SW 104-30 When the drum rotation switch is
I 24V 0V pressed, the voltage at CN104-30
(104-7) (CN104-7) is 0V.
Drum Master When the main switch is turned on, the
Detection (LED): 12V voltage at CN104-34 is 12V.
0 104-34 0V
VT2300/VT2500
Only
Drum Master When the master is wrapped on the
Detection (Master): drum, the voltage is 0.01 V at CN104-6
I 104-6 0V 0.01V
VT2300/VT2500 and 3.5V at TP101.(When no master is
Only on the drum, TP101 is less than 1.5V.)
Ink Supply SOL 102-16 24V When the solenoid turns on, the voltage
0 0V at CN102-16 (CN102-32) is 0V.
(102-32)
Drum Lock SOL: When the cover open indicator is
VT2300/VT2500 displayed and the 1st drum position
0 102-22 24V 0V sensor is not interrupted, the voltage at
Only
CN102-22 is 0V.
Ink Detection 104-9 0V -12V When there is no ink on the ink roller,
I the voltage at CN104-8 is -12V.
(104-16)
( ): VT2100/2130/2150

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8. IMAGE SHIFTING SECTION

8.1 OVERALL
The image on the printing paper can be shifted 20 millimeters either back-
wards or forward using the Image Shift keys on the operation panel.

The image position is adjusted by the image shifting motor which changes
the paper feed timing by turning the first paper feed and second feed cams.

8.2 IMAGE SHIFTING MECHANISM

[K]

[N]

[O]
[P]

When the forward key (+key) is pressed, the image shifting motor [A] turns
clockwise (in the direction of the arrow) and drives cam gear [J] clockwise
through gears [B], [C], [D], [E], [F], [G] and [H] as illustrated on the next
page.

The cam gear [J] has a spiral track which the lever [K] moves along. When
the cam gear turns clockwise, the pin of the lever [K] moves towards the
outside of the cam gear [J]. Therefore, the lever [K] moves clockwise.

The lever [K] drives the gear [O] clockwise through the gear [N] and the first
paper feed and second feed cams mounted on the shaft of the gear [P] turn
clockwise. As a result, the paper feed start timing is delayed compared with
drum rotation timing and the image position is moved in the forward direc-
tion.

When the cam gear [J] turns, the gear [I] located behind the gear [J] turns
and the encoder [M] mounted on the gear [L] turns to check the image shift-
ing position.

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[A]
[B]
[C]
[D]
[E]

[G]
[H]
[J]
[F]
[K]
[O]

[M]
[I]
[L]
[N]

[P]
[Q]

[B]

[C]
[R]
[J]

[C]

This brake mechanism prevents the print image from shifting during the
printing process. The gear [Q] pressed by spring [R] is used to brake the
gear [C].

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8.3 ELECTRICAL OPERATION:

Image Shifting Key CN102-36 +
SW220 (CN102-33)
(Backward)
CN101-29 M
GND CN102-37
(CN102-31)
SW216
CN101-30
Image Shifting Key GND CN101-14
(Forward) CN102-11 CN119-1 b1
(CN104-11)
CN102-13 CN119-2 b2
(CN104-13)
CN119-3 b3
CN102-14
(CN104-16)
CN119-4 b4
CN102-15
(CN104-18)
CN119-5

( ): VT2300/VT2500 GND
CN301-2

When the Image Shifting key (forward key = SW216) is pressed, CN102-37
(CN102-31) becomes 22 V and CN102-36 (CN102-33) becomes 0 V. Thus,
the image shifting motor turns clockwise. (View from A as shown below.)

On the other hand, when the Image Shifting key (backward key = SW220)
is pressed, CN102-36 (CN102-33) becomes 22 V and CN102-37 (CN102-
31) becomes 0 V. Thus the image shifting motor turns counterclockwise.
(View from A as shown below.)

To check the image position, an encoder, which converts 16 positions to 4

bit data, is used.
Image Shift Area
(+) 0 (--)

Position 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Hexadecimal No. 0 1 3 2 6 7 5 4 C D F E A B 9 8
b1 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0
b2 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0
b3 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0
b4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0
Shaft 1 = Connection ON
0 = Connection OFF

Image Shifting Motor

Not used
View From A
Com b4 b3 b2 b1

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9. DELIVERY SECTION
9.1 OVERALL

* View from non-operation side

[C]
[B]

[A]

[G]
[E]

[F]

[D]
[E]: Paper
[F]: Vacuum Fan
[G]: Pressure Roller

This section consists of the exit pawl [A] and air knife (blower fan) [B],
which separate the paper leading edge from the drum [C], and the vacuum
units [D], which deliver the separated paper to the delivery table.

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9.2 EXIT PAWL DRIVE MECHANISM

[B]

[A]
[F]
[C]
[H]

[D]
[E] [G]
[F]

The exit pawl [A] located in the center of the drum, guides the center of the
printing paper. As the master clamper [B] approaches the exit pawl, the exit
pawl moves away from the drum.

When the bearing of the pressure ON/OFF cam [C] comes to the top of the
pressure cam [D], the exit pawl drive cam [E] mounted on the pressure
ON/OFF cam, moves up. The exit pawl lever [F] then turns clockwise along
the surface of the exit pawl drive cam [E]. Therefore, the exit pawl also
comes near the drum until the stopper [G] contacts the adjusting screw [H].
This keeps a small clearance between the exit pawl and the drum surface
to enable the printing paper to feed to the vacuum unit.

As the pressure roller moves away from the drum, the exit pawl drive cam
[E] moves down and the exit pawl lever [F] turns counterclockwise. This
causes, the exit pawl to separate from the drum.

The exit pawl is held away from the drum when printing pressure is not
applied.

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[M] [C]

[D]

[N]

[B]
[E] [I] [A]
[H] [L]
[F] [G] [J] [K]

The vacuum fan [A] holds the paper against the transport belts [B]. The
transport belts move the paper to the delivery table.

A fixed wing guide [C] at each end of the vacuum unit helps keep the back
side of the printing paper clean.

When the main motor [D] turns on, the gear [E] mounted on the main motor
shaft drives belt [F], gears [G] and [H], pulley [I], drive belt [J], pulley [K],
and drive shaft [L]. This drive shaft turns the transport belts [B].
NOTE: The VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 use a gear instead of a timing belt [F].

The first and second paper exit sensors [M] and [N] check for paper jams.
The paper exit jam check is done when printing pressure is applied and the
printing pressure sensor is interrupted.

1st Paper Exit Sensor [M] 2nd Paper Exit Sensor [N]
When 2nd Drum On : Correct OFF:Correct
Position sensor is ON OFF:Paper Wrap ON :Delivery Miss
When 1st Drum ----- ON :Correct
Position Sensor is ON ----- OFF:Paper Wrap

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9.4 MISFEED/PAPER WRAP

2nd Drum Position Sensor

Paper Feed Sol.

Printing Pressure Sensor

1st Paper Exit Sensor Correct

Misfeed Paper Wrap

Misfeed
If printing pressure is not applied (printing pressure sensor is interrupted)
when the paper feed solenoid turns on, the Misfeed indicator blinks and the
drum stops.

Paper Wrap
If the first paper exit sensor does not turn on when the paper feed solenoid
turns on, the Paper Wrap indicator blinks and the drum stops.

9.5 EXIT MISFEED/PAPER WRAP

1st Drum Position Sensor

2nd Drum Position Sensor

Paper Feed Sol.

Printing Pressure Sensor

2nd Paper Exit Sensor Correct Exit Misfeed

Correct Paper Wrap

Exit Misfeed
If the second paper exit sensor and the second drum position sensor turn
on at the same time after printing pressure is applied, the Exit Misfeed indi-
cator blinks and the drum stops.

Paper Wrap
After printing pressure is applied, if the second paper exit sensor turns off
when the first drum position sensor turns on, the Paper Wrap indicator
blinks and the drum stops.

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9.6 CIRCUIT: VT2100/VT2130/VT2150

Main Control P.C.B.
Relay Board
Paper 12V
CN102-4
CN301-9
CN104-13
CN104-31
(GND) RA
301

CN104-15
1st Paper CN301-5 CN302-7
CN104-33
Exit Sensor

M Air Knife
Motor
Paper 12V CN304-1
CN102-3
Vacuum Motor
CN104-32 M (Blower)
(GND) RA CN304-2
301
CN304-3 (50Hz only)

2nd Paper CN104-34

Exit Sensor

AC100V

9.7 INPUT/OUTPUT: VT2100/VT2130/VT2150

Main Control PCB
Signal Name I/O Description
CN No. Level
5m
1st Paper Exit 3V
sec When the paper passes, the
Sensor I CN104-33 voltage at CN104-33 is more than
0V
3 V.
3V 5m
2nd Paper Exit sec When the paper passes, the
Sensor I CN104-34 voltage at CN104-34 is more than
0V
3 V.
Relay: Blower When the air knife motor and the
O CN104-13 24V 0V vacuum motor turn on, the voltage
at CN104-13 is 0 V.

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9.8 CIRCUIT: VT2300/VT2500

Main Control P.C.B.
Relay Board
Paper 12V
CN102-34
CN301-9
CN102-10
CN104-36
(GND) RA
301

CN102-13
1st Paper CN301-5 CN302-7
CN102-32
Exit Sensor

M Air Knife
Motor
Paper CN304-1

M Vacuum Motor
CN102-30 (Blower)
(GND) RA CN304-2
301
CN304-3 (50Hz only)

2nd Paper CN104-38

Exit Sensor

AC100V

9.9 INPUT/OUTPUT: VT2300/VT2500

Main Control PCB
Signal Name I/O Description
CN No. Level
5m
1st Paper Exit 3V
sec When the paper passes, the
Sensor I CN102-32 voltage at CN102-32 is more than
0V
3 V.
3V 5m
2nd Paper Exit sec When the paper passes, the
Sensor I CN104-38 voltage at CN104-38 is more than
0V
3 V.
Relay: Blower When the air knife motor and the
O CN102-10 24V 0V vacuum motor turn on, the voltage
at CN102-10 is 0 V.

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9.10 ELECTRICAL TIMING:

Master Wrap Print Start

Master Key Counter
Cut ON "0"
1st Drum
Position SN
Main Motor
Forwarding
Right Cutter SW

Vacuum Fan

Air Knife Motor

T1: After the master is cut and the right cutter switch turns on, the main
motor starts rotating. At the same time, the air knife motor and the
vacuum fan also turn on and stay on until the first drum position sen-
sor turns on 4 times.
T2: When the Print Start key is pressed, the main motor starts rotating
and the air knife motor and the vacuum fan also turn on. Then, when
the counter indicates "0", the main motors turn off after the first drum
position sensor turns on 4 times.

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10. INDICATORS/KEYS/PROGRAMS:
VT2300/VT2500

10.1 CHECK PAPER SIZE/DIRECTION INDICATOR

When an enlargement ratio (A4: 115%, 122%, or 141% LT: 115%,
127%, or 141%) is selected with the Reduce/Enlarge key, the Check
Paper Size/Direction indicator lights. This indicator turns off when the
Master Making key, Print Start key, or Proof key is pressed and full size
mode or reduction mode is selected.

All keys remain accessible after the Check Paper Size/Direction indica-
tor lights. This indicator simply reminds the customer to check the size
and direction of the paper set on the paper table.

10.2 REDUCE/ENLARGE KEY

The Reduce/Enlarge key can be used when the machine stops. The
reproduction ratio changes as shown below.

A4 version : 71%→82%→93%→115%→122%→141%

LT version : 64%→75%→93%→115%→122%→141%
10.3 SKIP PAPER FEED SWITCH
The paper feed interval can be set to allow time for the user to remove
prints. This interval can be adjusted with the Skip Paper Feed switch.
The three following steps are available:

• Standard (normal feeding)

• 1/3 rotation (one sheet fed every three drum rotations)

• 1/5 rotation (one sheet fed every five drum rotations)

This function can also be used in Proof Mode.

If the Stop key is pressed before the copier feeds out a print during the
1/3 or 1/5 step interval, the copier returns to the normal feed interval
and a print is fed out soon after the Start key is pressed.

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10.4 COMBINE 2 ORIGINALS

The length of the original in Combine 2 Originals mode is limited accord-
ing to the printing paper size and magnification ratio. When the original
is too long, Combine 2 Original mode is automatically canceled and only
the first original is made.

The following table lists the optimum magnification ratio for each paper
size/original size combination in Combine 2 Originals mode.

A4 Version :
Master Making Acceptable Original Size Ratios in Combine 2
Length Originals mode
Paper Size
100% or 93% or A4 B5 A5 B6 A6
more less Sideways Sideways Sideways Sideways Sideways
A5 sideways 172mm 203.1 mm X X 71% 82% 100%
B5 lengthwise 247mm 251.3 mm X 71% 82% 100% 122%
115%
A4 lengthwise 287mm 291.1 mm 71% 82% 100% 141%
(122%)
B4 lengthwise 354mm 354 mm 82% 100% 122% 141% *141%

LT Version:
Acceptable Original Size Ratios in
Master Making Length
Combine 2 Originals mode
Paper Size
100% or
less than 93% LT Sideways HLT Sideways
more
HLT lengthwise 205.9 mm 205.9 mm X *64%
LT lengthwise 269.4 mm 269.4 mm 64% 100%
LG lengthwise 345.6 mm 345.6 mm *75% 127%
X : Combine 2 Originals mode is canceled.
When the values given in the above table are exceeded, Combine
2 Originals mode is also canceled.
* : A black area is mode.

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10.5 MEMORY/CLASS KEY

The Memory/Class switch selects Memory or Class mode.

When Memory mode is selected (Memory indicator lights), Up to 15

prints can be input. Press the Master Making key after returning the
memory number to "1".

When Class mode is selected (Class indicator lights), the number of

prints for up to 20 groups can be input.

10.6 TRIAL PRINTS

Two trial printing sheets can be fed out by holding down the Master
Making key and the Speed key .

Only one trial printing sheet is fed out when just the Master Making key
is pressed.

10.7 CLEAR MODES KEY

The Clear Modes key can be used after the machine stops. All pre-
viously entered settings and modes are cleared by the Clear Modes key.
The normal settings and modes are displayed on the operation panel as
follows:

Make-up Mode OFF

Combine 2 Originals OFF
Image Mode Line
Printing Density Standard
Magnification Ratio 100%
Auto Cycle Mode OFF
Printing Speed 3
Image Position 0 (Previous setting remains when
the Cover Open indicator lights.)
Counter Indicator 0
Memory Indicator 1
(Class Indicator)

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10.8 INITIAL CHECK

When the main switch is turned on, the CPU checks the ON/OFF status
of the sensors listed below. If a sensor is ON, the letter on the Jam
indicator corresponding to the sensor blinks:

Master Eject Sensor........................ F

Master Buckle Sensor ..................... C
2nd Original Sensor ........................ A
Original Registration Sensor .......... A
1st/2nd Paper Exit Sensor ............. G
Printing Pressure Sensor ................................. E

10.9 MAIN MOTOR SOFT START

The main motor turns at 60 rpm for the first print (not trial print) made
from a new master. The printing speed then gradually increases with
each rotation until the standard printing speed is reached.

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11. DIFFERENCES BETWEEN SS900 SERIES

AND VT 2000 SERIES

No. Item Remarks

The heating elements used in the VT2000 series
thermal head are smaller than those used on the
SS900 series. This reduces ink set-off on the back
sides of copies.
SS900 Series

Thermal
1
Head VT2000 Series

Thermal The thermal head drive voltage has been decreased

Head from 24V to 16V because the smaller heating elements
2 in the thermal head require less power.
Drive
Board
The power supply board has been modified to output
Power 16V to drive the thermal head.
3 Supply
An ON/OFF switching circuit for the thermal head drive
Board voltage (VHD) has been added to the power supply
board.
The design of the front cover and the model name
printed on the cover have been changed. This was
done for marketing reasons and to ensure that the
4 Exterior users do not confuse the VT2000 series with the 900
series and use the wrong master type. (The VT2000
master is more sensitive.)
Image The VT2500 make-up control board has been
5 Processing eliminated because the VT2500 image processing
Board board performs the Make-up function.
Main A VHD ON/OFF line has been added to the main
6 harness.
Harness
Drum The drum master sensor has been changed to
7 Master stabilize the sensor sensitivity.
Sensor

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No. Item Remarks

The paper feed roller cam has been slightly modified as
shown to reduce the paper speed to 55% that of the
SS900 series. (Extended outward at point [A].) This
reduces the noise caused when the paper leading edge
strikes the second feed roller.
Paper SS900 series cam VT2000 series cam
8 Feed
Roller Cam
[A]

The second feed cam has been modified slightly as

shown to reduce the speed of the second feed roller to
40% that of the SS900 series. (Extended outward at
point [A], moved in at point [B].) This reduces the noise
caused when the second feed rollers turn and the
paper [C] snaps as it is pulled taut.

[C]

Second
9 Feed
Roller Cam
SS900 series cam VT2000 series cam

[A]

[B]

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No. Item Remarks

The shape of the VT2000 pressure cam has been
modified slightly as shown to decrease the pressure
roller speed to 70% that of the SS900 series. (A portion
at point [A] has been shaved off.) This reduces the
noise caused when the pressure roller moves against
the drum.
SS900 series cam VT2000 series cam
Pressure
10
Cam

[A]

Rear One of the air slots [B] cut in the rear paper delivery
Paper side plate has been enlarged so that tape strips from
Delivery the optional tape dispenser can be inserted through it.
Side Plate
SS900 series VT2000 series

[B]

11

An ON/OFF control circuit for the thermal head drive

voltage (VHD) has been added to the main control
Main board.
12 Control
Board The drum master detection circuit on the main control
board has been modified to accommodate the new
drum master sensor.

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No. Item Remarks

The 40 cpm print speed at each step has been
eliminated on the VT2000 series. This reduces ink
set-off, which is most likely to occur at low printing
speeds.
SS900 Series VT2000 Series
Step 1: 40 sheets/min. 60 sheets/min.
Step 2: 60 sheets/min. 75 sheets/min.
Step 3: 80 sheets/min. 90 sheets/min.
Printing Step 4: 100 sheets/min. 105 sheets/min.
13 Step 5: 120 sheets/min. 120 sheets/min.
Speed

When the Master Making key is pressed, the print

speed gradually increases until it reaches the set speed.

Trial Print 1st Print 2nd Print 3rd Print

SS935/955: 10 rpm 40 xrpm 60 rpm 80 rpm

To prevent service personnel from mistakenly installing

the SS900 thermal head on VT2000 series machines
and vice versa, the distance between the screw holes
on each mounting plate is different.

SS900 series VT2000 series

Thermal
Head
14
Mounting
Plate

268 mm 260 mm

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No. Item Remarks

To prevent users from installing SS900 masters on
VT2000 series machines, the diameter of each master
spool [A] and master spool holder [B] has been
changed as follows:
[B] [A] SS900 series

20φ 50φ
20φ

[B] [A] VT2000 series

25φ 46φ
25φ

NOTE:
The VT2130/2150 spool is the same diameter as the
Master
SS900 spool; however, the type 900 master is too wide
15 Spool/
to fit on the VT2130/2150 spool holder.
Holder
Master Type VT--M
Master Type 900 (for VT2100/2300/2500)

50φ 46φ

280 mm 280 mm
Master Type VT--S
(for VT2130/2150)

50φ

240 mm

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No. Item Remarks

A guard [A] has been mounted on the cutter unit [B] to
prevent contact with the cutter edge (sharp) during
cutter unit removal or installation.

[B]

Cutter
16
Section

[A]

Counter rollers [C] have been added to prevent new

masters from creasing as they are being fed through
the master reverse section. Also, the reverse roller [D]
has been modified as shown.

Master
17
Feed Unit

[C]

[D]

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No. Item Remarks

Both ends of the metal screen [A] pass through a half
etching process. The half etch area [B] is thinner than
the other areas. This improves the outer portion of the
copy image.

[A]

[B]

The outer drum screen consists of two tetron

screens[C] that reduce ink set-off.
[C]

18 Drum Unit

The diameter of the left drum lock pin [D] and the right
drum lock pin [E] is different for each drum type as
follows:

[E]

[D]

Color Drum Left [D] Right [E]

VT2000-M: (B4 Size) 8φ 8φ
VT2000-S: (A4 Size) 10φ 7.6φ
VT2000-LG: (LG Size) 10φ 7.6φ

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No. Item Remarks

The sponge cushions [A] that were affixed to the paper
delivery end plate have been removed to prevent paper
sheets from bouncing back when they strike the paper
delivery end plate.
[A]
Paper
19 Delivery
End Plate

Two different sizes of pressure rollers are used

because the printing area in the horizontal direction [B]
on the VT2130/2150 machines is narrower.

B4 size (VT2100/2300/2500): 292 mm

A4/LG size (VT2130/2150): 226 mm

Pressure
20
Roller

[B]

Two different types of pressure cams are used because

the printing area (feed direction) of A4 copies on the
VT2150 is smaller.
B4/LG Size Pressure Cam A4 Size Pressure Cam
(VT2100/2130/2300/2500) (VT2150)
Pressure
21
Cam

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No. Item Remarks

The platen roller [A] has been changed to an
electrically conductive type to prevent the master from
wrapping around the platen roller.

Platen
22
Roller
[A]

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1. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
The installation location should be carefully chosen because the
environmental conditions greatly affect the performance of a machine.

1.1 OPTIMUM ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Temperature ---- 10 to 30°C Well-ventilated and wide room.

(50 to 86°F) Minimum ventilation:
Humidity ---- 20 to 90 % RH air turnover 3 times / hour

On a strong and level base.

The machine must be level within 5

mm (13/64") both front to rear and
left to right.

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1.2 ENVIRONMENTS TO AVOID:

Location exposed to direct sun-light Dusty areas.

or strong light (more than 1,500 lux).

Areas with corrosive gases. Locations directly exposed to cool air

from an air conditioner or to reflected
hear from a space heater. (Sudden
temperature changes from low to
high or vice versa may cause
condensation within the machine.)

1.3 GROUND:

Be sure to ground the machine.

Never connect the ground line to gas
pipes.

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1.4 POWER CONNECTION:

Securely connect the power cord to a Voltage must not fluctuate more than
power source. 10%.

a) 110V, 60 Hz: More than 6.0A

b) 120V, 60Hz: More than 5.5A
c) 220V 240V, 50Hz: More than 2.7A

Make sure the plug is firmly inserted

in the outlet.

Avoid multiwiring. Do not pinch the power cord.

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1.5 ACCESS TO MACHINE:

Place the machine near a power source, providing clearance as shown below.

10 cm (4.0")

Paper Paper
Feed 61 cm
Delivery
Table (24.0")
Table

More than
70 cm
(27.6")

More than More than

60 cm 128 cm (50.4") 60 cm
(23.7") (23.7")

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2. VT2300/2500 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

1. Make sure that you have all the accessories listed below.

(1) Original Exit Tray ................................................................1

(2) Right Tray Bracket ...............................................................1
Left Tray Bracket .................................................................1
(3) Fixing Screws.......................................................................2
(4) Master Spools ......................................................................2
(5) Thermal Head Cleaner ........................................................1
(6) Operating Instructions (USA and Asia Version Only) ............ 1
(7) Operating Guide (USA and Asia Version Only)...................1
(8) NECR...................................................................................1
(9) Installation Procedure (English)...........................................1
(10) Noise Absorber ....................................................................2
(11) Background Pattern Sheet (VT2500 only)...........................1

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[A]

Paper Paper
Exit Feed
Rear Side

Paper Paper
Exit Feed
Front Side

[B]

2. Place two noise absorbers on the optional table.

NOTE: Make sure that the noise absorbers are positioned on the table
at the locations shown in the above figure.
3.Mount the machine on the optional table (2 screws--packed with table).

4. Remove the tape and string securing the covers and units as shown
above.

a. Open the paper feed tray. Then remove the cushion plate [B] from
the paper feed roller section.

b. Open the master delivery unit. Then remove the tape securing the
paper delivery guide plate.

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5. Remove the protective sheet [A] from

the drum unit.

a. Open the front door. [A]

b. Take out the drum unit.
c. Remove the protective sheet from
the master clamper.
d. Reinstall the drum unit in the ma-
chine.

6. Install the original exit tray [B].

a. Hook the right and left tray brackets

on the stepped screws.
b. Set the original exit tray on the
brackets. [B]
c. Secure the brackets with fixing
screws.

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7. Loading Paper on the Paper Feed Ta-

ble

a. Open the paper feed table.

b. Stack the paper neatly on the paper
feed table.
c. Position the paper feed side plates
so that they lightly contact the paper
on both sides.
d. Position the paper delivery table for
the printing paper size, using the
scale on the table.
e. Position the paper delivery side
plate for the printing paper size, us-
ing the scale on the table.

8. Installing the Master Roll (Type VT-M)

a. While lifting up on the release lever,

slide the scanner unit to the left.
b. Attach a spool to each end of the
master roll.
c. Set the master roll in the machine.
NOTE: The vinyl side faces down.

d. Return the pressure release lever to

the original position.
e. Plug in the power cord and turn on
the main switch.
f. Press the Master Cut button.
g. Remove the cut master paper.
NOTE: Please confirm that the
master paper is not bent or
creased.

h. Close the scanner unit.

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9. Installing the Ink Cartridge

a. Open the front door and lower the

ink holder.
b. Remove the ink cartridge cap.
c. Insert the ink cartridge into the ink
holder and return the ink holder to
the original position.
d. Close the front door.

10. Idling

a. While holding down the "0" key on

the operation panel, press the Re-
set key.
b. If blinks on the operation panel,
press the Reset key.

11. Test Printing

a. Adjust the original guide to match

the original size.
b. Set the original face down.
c. Input the desired number of prints
with the number keys and press the
Master Making key.

d. After one sheet of paper is deliv-

ered, press the Print Start key to
make prints at the lowest print
speed (1) until the print image den-
sity stabilizes. Use a test chart to
check for changes in the image den-
sity.
e. Check the copy image after about
one hundred prints.

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2.1 VT2100/2130/2150 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

1. Make sure that you have all the accessories listed below.

(1) Original Exit Tray .................................................................................. 1

(2) Right Tray Bracket................................................................................ 1
Left Tray Bracket.................................................................................. 1
(3) Fixing Screws ....................................................................................... 2
(4) Master Spools ...................................................................................... 2
(5) Thermal Head Cleaner ......................................................................... 1
(6) Operating Instructions (USA and Asia version only)............................ 1
(7) Operating Guide (USA and Asia version only)..................................... 1
(8) NECR ................................................................................................... 1
(9) Installation Procedure (English) ........................................................... 1

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[A]

2. Mount the machine on the optional table (2 screws packed with table).

3. Remove the tape and string securing the covers and units as shown on
the right.

a. Open the paper feed tray. Then remove the cushion plate [A] from the
paper feed roller section.

b. Open the master delivery unit. Then remove the tape securing the
paper delivery guide plate.

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4. Remove the protective sheet [A] from

the drum unit.

a. Open the front door.

[A]
b. Take out the drum unit.
c. Remove the protective sheet from
the master clamper.
d. Reinstall the drum unit in the ma-
chine.

5. Install the original exit tray [B].

a. Hook the right and left tray brackets

on the stepped screws.
b. Set the original exit tray on the
brackets. [B]
c. Secure the brackets with fixing
screws.

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7. Loading Paper on the Paper Feed Ta-

ble

a. Open the paper feed table.

b. Stack the paper neatly on the paper
feed table.
c. Position the paper feed side plates
so that they lightly contact the paper
on both sides.
d. Position the paper delivery table for
the printing paper size, using the
scale on the table.
e. Position the paper delivery side
plate for the printing paper size, us-
ing the scale on the table.

8. Installing the Master Roll

(Type VT-M or S)

VT2100: Type VT-M

VT2130/VT2150: Type VT-S

a. While lifting up on the release lever,

slide the scanner unit to the left.
b. Attach a spool to each end of the
master roll.
c. Set the master roll in the machine.
NOTE: The vinyl side faces down.

d. Return the pressure release lever to

the original position.
e. Plug in the power cord and turn on
the main switch.
f. Press the Master Cut button.
g. Remove the cut master paper.
NOTE: Please confirm that the
master paper is not bent or
creased.

h. Close the scanner unit.

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8. Installing the Ink Cartridge

a. Open the front door and lower the

ink holder.
b. Remove the ink cartridge cap.
c. Insert the ink cartridge into the ink
holder and return the ink holder to
the original position.
d. Close the front door.

9. Idling

a. While holding down the "0" key on

the operation panel, press the Re-
set key.
b. If + D blinks on the operation
panel, repeat the above procedure.

10. Test Printing

a. Adjust the original guide to match

the original size.
b. Set the original face down.
c. Input the desire number of prints
with the number keys and press the
Master Making key.
NOTE: With a new machine, the
master paper misfeed
indicator + F blinks
because there is no master
yet on the drum. Press the
Reset key, then press the
Master Making key.

d. After one sheet of paper is deliv-

ered, make prints at the lowest print
speed (1) until the print image den-
sity stabilizes. Use a test chart to
check for changes in the image den-
sity.
e. Check the copy image after about
one hundred prints.

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4. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE COLOR

DRUM VT2000 --M/S/LG (Option)
NOTE: There are three types of color drum units.

Color Drum Type VT2000-M: For the VT2100/VT2300/VT2500

Color Drum Type VT2000-LG: For the VT2130
Color Drum Type VT2000-S: For the VT2150

1. Remove the protective sheet [A] from

the drum unit. [A]

2. Remove the tape securing the ink

holder [B].

3. Stick a color indicator seal on the [B]

drum case and the ink holder. The
seal must be the same color as the ink
in use.

4. Remove the drum unit.

a. Leave the master wrapped around

the removed drum to protect the
drum from dust and drying.
b. Keep the removed drum unit in the
drum case.

5. Install the color drum unit.

The color drum indicator on the

operation panel stays lit when the
color drum is mounted in the machine.

6. Install the color ink.

a. Remove the ink cartridge cap.

b. Insert the ink cartridge into the ink
holder.

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7. Idling

a. While holding down the "0" key,

press the Reset key on the opera-
tion panel.
b. If ( + D: VT2100/2130/2150)
blinks, press the Reset key.

8. Test Printing

a. Adjust the original guide to match

the original size.
b. Set the original face down.
c. Input the desired number of prints
with the number keys and press the
Master Making key.
NOTE for VT2100/VT2130/2150:
With a new drum, the master
paper misfeed indicator
+ F blinks because there is no
master yet on the drum. Press
the Reset key, then press the
Master Making key.
d. After one sheet of paper is deliv-
ered, press the Print Start key to
make prints at the lowest print
speed (1) until the print image den-
sity stabilizes. Use a test chart to
check the image density.
e. Check the copy image after about
one hundred prints.

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5. CASSETTE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

(Option)

[A]

[B]

[C]

1. Turn the cassette over.

2. Use a coin to loosen the 6 screws securing the side fences [A] and the
rear fence [B].

3. Move the 3 fences to the desired paper size position and tighten the 6
screws.
NOTE: The paper size positions are marked on the cassette bottom.

4. Affix the paper size decals [C] to the cassette at the positions shown.

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1. MAINTENANCE TABLES
1.1 LUBRICATION POINTS
Lubricate after removing adhering ink and paper dust.

Lubrication Point Interval Type

Bearings for drum drive shaft yearly Oil
Bearing for each cam shaft yearly Oil
Bearing for main motor shaft yearly Oil
Bearing for speed reduction shaft yearly Oil
Gears on the drum drive shaft yearly Grease
Gears for each cam yearly Grease
Paper feed sector gear yearly Grease
Second feed sector gear yearly Grease
Edge of each cam yearly Grease
Master pressure plate groove yearly Grease

Type of Oil and Grease

Oil: Motor Oil (SAE No.20)
Grease: Shell Albania No.2

1.2 USER’S MAINTENANCE

Please advise the customer to clean each item at suitable intervals.

Cleaning Point Interval Cleaner

Original platen cover at any time Cloth and water
Exposure glass at any time Cloth and glass cleaner
Thermal head 500 masters Thermal Head cleaner
Paper feed rollers at any time Cloth, and soap and water (or ethyl
alcohol)
Press roller at any time Cloth, and soap and water (or ethyl
alcohol)

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1.3 TABLE OF PERIODIC INSPECTION (every 6 months)

Item/Location Step Inspection Standard
Original platen cleaning Wipe off the stain with soft cloth
cover dampened with ethyl alcohol.
Exposure glass cleaning Wipe with dry cloth.
Mirror/Sub mirror cleaning Use blower brush.
Thermal head cleaning Wipe off the stain on the thermal head
and image using thermal head cleaning kit. Check
check the print image. White line must not exist.
Platen roller cleaning Wipe off the paper powder with cloth
dampened with water.
Sensors inspection Check the performance of all the sensors.
and Remove the stains from sensors with dry
cleaning cloth.
Press roller cleaning Wipe off the ink and paper powder with
cloth dampened with ethyl alcohol.
Drum surface cleaning Wipe off the ink which is forced out from
trail edge of a master and paper powder
using cloth dampened with ethyl alcohol.
Master feed and inspection Master should be properly fed and
delivery clamped, without generation of skew, fold.
etc. Master should also be properly
delivered without jam.
Paper feed and inspection Actually print a few sheets to ensure that
delivery paper is smoothly fed and delivered,
without generation of skew, folds,
wrinkles, etc.
Second paper feed cleaning Wipe off the ink and paper powder with
rollers cloth dampened with alcohol.
Original transport cleaning Wipe off paper powder with cloth
roller dampened with water.
ADF (VT2300/VT2500)
Pull-out roller cleaning Wipe off paper powder with cloth
dampened with water.
Original feed roller cleaning Wipe off paper powder with cloth
dampened with water.
Separation blade cleaning Wipe off paper powder with cloth
dampened with water.

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1.4 TABLE OF PERIODIC INSPECTION (every 12 months)

Item/Location Step Inspection Standard
Original platen cleaning Wipe off stains with soft cloth dampened
cover with ethyl alcohol.
Exposure glass cleaning Wipe off the stain with soft cloth
dampened with ethyl alcohol.
Fluorescent lamp cleaning Wipe with dry cloth.
Mirror/Sub mirror cleaning Use blower brush.
Thermal head cleaning Wipe off stains on thermal head using
and thermal head cleaning kit. Check the print
inspection image. White line must not exist.
Platen roller cleaning Wipe off paper powder with cloth
dampened with water.
Paper feed roller cleaning Wipe off paper powder with cloth
dampened with water and wipe off ink
with cloth dampened with ethyl alcohol.
Separation roller cleaning Wipe off paper powder with cloth
dampened with water and wipe off ink
with cloth dampened with ethyl alcohol.
Sensors inspection Check the performance of all the sensors.
and Wipe off stains on the sensor with dry
cleaning cloth.
Master delivery cleaning Wipe off the built up ink and paper
rollers powder on the master delivery rollers
using cloth dampened with ethyl alcohol.
Master delivery cleaning Wipe off the built up ink and paper
belts powder on the master delivery belts using
cloth dampened with ethyl alcohol.
Second paper feed cleaning Wipe off the built up ink and paper
rollers powder on the second feed rollers using
cloth dampened with ethyl alcohol.
Press roller cleaning Wipe off the built up ink and paper
powder on the press roller using cloth
dampened with ethyl alcohol.
Drum surface cleaning Wipe off the ink, which is forced out from
trail edge of a master, and paper powder
using cloth dampened with ethyl alcohol.
Master feed and inspection Master should be properly fed and
delivery clamped without generation of skew, fold,
etc. Master should also be properly
delivered without jam.

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Item/Location Step Inspection Standard

Paper feed and inspection
Actually print a few sheets to ensure that
delivery paper is smoothly fed and delivered
without generation of skew, folds,
wrinkles, etc.
Original transport cleaning Wipe off paper powder with cloth
roller dampened with water.
Lubrication points Lubrication Lubricate the lubrication points by
following lubrication points list.
ADF (VT2300/VT2500)
Pull-out roller cleaning Wipe off paper powder with cloth
dampened with water.
Original feed roller cleaning Wipe off paper powder with cloth
dampened with water.
Separation blade cleaning Wipe off paper powder with cloth
dampened with water.

1.5 TABLE OF SERVICE CALL INDICATIONS

Indication Trouble Possible causes
E 01 Malfunction in cutter section: 1) Drive wire cut
The cutter motor does not reach 2) Drive section
both right and left cutter position malfunction
detecting switches within 2 seconds 3) No power supply
E 02 Malfunction in the paper table drive 1) Drive worm gear
section: broken
The lower limit sensor or the paper 2) Mounting screw of the
table height sensor is not turned off worm gear broken
even though the paper table UP or 3) No power supply
Down signal is applied
E 03 Malfunction in the program: 1) PROM defective
2) Control PCB defective
E 04 Temperature of the thermal head 1) Thermistor defective
or the power supply unit is high: 2) Thermal head
Temperature of the thermal head defective
becomes greater than 57°C or the 3) Power supply unit
temperature of the power supply defective
unit becomes greater than 85°C
when the machine is in stand-by
condition

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Indication Trouble Possible causes

E 05 Malfunction in the image shifting 1) Encoder connector of
section: the image shifting
section disconnected
2) Encoder defective
E 06 Mechanical lock: 1) Paper Jam
When a paper jam or part failure 2) Parts failure
occurs, the decoder detects that
the motor speed is incorrect if this
occurs, the main motor turns off.
This prevents any further damage
its components or fuse failure.
E07 Malfunction in the program ROM defective.
(PROM). When using I/O check
mode, "E07" lights up if the ROM is
defective.
NOTE: When "E03" is lit, check
whether or not the PROM is
defective using I/O check mode.
E08 The pulse width applied to the Thermal head drive board
thermal head is out of standard detective.
The power supply unit temperature Power supply unit
reaches 85oC detective
(Thermal guard failure)

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2. DIP SW, LED, VR TABLES

2.1 VT2300/VT2500 DIP SW (on the main control PCB)
NO. DIP SW Function Remarks
1. DPS101-1 Cover Open Turn on to disable all cover safety switch
functions except ADF cover safety.(Normal:
OFF)
2. DPS101-2 ADF Cover Turn on to release ADF cover.
Open
3. DPS102-1 Key Counter Turn on when installing Key Counter.
(Option) (Normal: OFF)
4. DPS102-2 Buzzer Turn on to sound the beeper. (Normal: OFF)
ON/OFF
5. DPS102-3 Initial Print Once: OFF, Twice: ON (Normal: OFF)
6. DPS102-4 ON Line-1 Turn on to use the machine with a PC.
(Normal: OFF)
7. DPS102-5 Drum Master Turn on to detect the master on the drum.
Detection (Normal: ON)
8. DPS102-6 Paper Size Selects the paper size. (ON: LT version,
Detection OFF: A4 version)
9. DPS102-7 I/O Check Selects the I/O Check mode access
Mode Access procedure. (ON: Europe/Asia version, OFF:
Procedure US version)
10. ON Line-2 Turn on to use the machine with the Print
DPS102-8 Box. (Japanese version only)

2.2 VT2300/VT2500 PHOTO DIODE

(on the main control PCB)
NO. LED Function Remarks
1. LED-101 Main Motor ON When main motor turns on, LED lights.
2. LED-102 Master Eject When master is detected, LED lights.
SN Detection
3. LED-103 1st Paper Exit When paper is detected, LED lights.
SN Detection
4. LED-104 2nd Paper Exit When paper is detected, LED lights.
SN Detection
5. LED-105 Drum Master When master is detected, LED lights.
SN Detection
6. LED-106 Ink Detection When ink is detected LED lights.

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2.3 VT2300/VT2500 VR
NO. VR PCB Function
1. VR-101 Main Main Motor Speed Adjustment
2. VR-102 Main 2nd Paper Exit Detection Adjustment
3. VR-103 Main Drum Master Detection Adjustment
4. VR-104 Main Master Eject Detection Adjustment
5. VR-105 Main 1st Paper Exit Detection Adjustment
6. VR-1 A/D Conversion White Level Adjustment
7. VR-2 A/D Conversion Black Level Adjustment
8. VR-201 Power Supply Thermal Head Voltage Adjustment (16V)
9. VR-204 Power Supply Vcc(+5V) Line Voltage Adjustment
10. VR-901 Ink Detecting Ink Detecting Adjustment

2.4 VT2300/VT2500 DIP SW (on the image processing PCB)

NO. DIP SW Function
1. DPS400-1 Enlarge/Reduction Compensation Switch
2. DPS400-2 Enlarge/Reduction Compensation Switch
3. DPS400-3 Enlarge/Reduction Compensation Switch
4. DPS400-4 Reproduction Ratio (ON: LT Version OFF: A4 Version)
Thermal Head (Pulse Control)
5. DPS400-5
Image Density
High Low
6. DPS400-6
400-5 ON ON OFF OFF
400-6 ON OFF ON OFF

7. DPS400-7 Output the Test Pattern Image (Normal: ON)

8. DPS400-8 Dither matrix selection (Normal: ON)
(ON: 6 x 6 Dither matrix, OFF: 4 x 4 Dither matrix)

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2.5 VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 DIP SW (on the main control

PCB)

No DIP SW FUNCTION REMARKS

1 Key Counter Turn on when installing Key Counter.
DPS100-1
(Option) (Normal: OFF)
2 Turn on to sound the beeper. (Normal:
DPS100-2 Buzzer ON/OFF
OFF)
3 Once: OFF, Twice: ON
DPS100-3 Initial Print
(Normal: OFF)
4 DPS100-4 Turn on DPS100-4 and 5 to use the
5 ON Line-2 machine with the Print Box. (Japanese
DPS100-5 version only)
6 Main Motor Speed Turn on to adjust the main motor
DPS100-6
Adjustment speed using VR100. (Normal: OFF)
7 Turn on to disable all cover safety
DPS101-1 Cover Open
switch functions. (Normal: OFF)
8 Turn on to release ADF cover.(Normal:
DPS101-2 ADF Cover Open
ON)

DPS102-1 DPS102-2
VERSION REMARKS
Class mode+B4 master
OFF OFF Japanese version
processing
Memory mode+LG master
US version processing+I/O check
OFF ON
(VT2130) mode access procedure for
US version (See page 4-11)
9 Memory mode+B4 master
processing+I/O check
Europe/Asia
ON OFF mode access procedure for
version (VT2100)
Europe/Asia version (See
page 4-11)
Memory mode+A4 master
processing+I/O check
Europe/Asia
ON ON mode access procedure for
version (VT2150)
Europe/Asia version (See
page 4-11)

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2.6 VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 PHOTODIODE (on the main

control PCB)
No LED FUNCTION REMARKS
When the main motor turns on, LED
1 LED100 Main Motor ON
lights
2nd Paper Exit
2 LED101 When paper is detected, LED lights
Detection
3 LED102 Ink Detection When Ink is present, LED lights
1st Paper Exit
4 LED103 When paper is detected, LED lights
Detection
2.7 VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 VR
No VR PCB REMARKS
1 VR-100 Main Main Motor Speed Adjustment
2 VR-102 Main 1st Paper Exit Detection Adjustment
3 VR-101 Main 2nd Paper Exit Detection Adjustment
Thermal Head Voltage Adjustment
4 VR-201 Power Supply
(16V)
5 VR-203 Power Supply Adjust the VCC (+5V) Line Voltage
6 VR-901 Ink Detecting Ink Detecting Adjustment
7 VR-600 A/D Conversion White Level adjustment
2.8 VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 DIP SW (on the image
processing PCB
NO. DIP SW Function
1. DPS400-1 Enlarge/Reduction Compensation Switch
2. DPS400-2 Enlarge/Reduction Compensation Switch
3. DPS400-3 Enlarge/Reduction Compensation Switch
4. DPS400-4 Reproduction Ratio (ON: LT Version OFF: A4 Version)
Thermal Head (Pulse Control)
5. DPS400-5
Image Density
High Low
6. DPS400-6
400-5 ON ON OFF OFF
400-6 ON OFF ON OFF

7. DPS400-7 Output the Test Pattern Image (Normal: ON)

8. DPS400-8 Not used

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2.9 EXPECTED LIFE OF PARTS

NOTE: Main parts have the following expected life.

Target Copy Volume Range: Avg. 50,000 prints/month.

(Max. 100,000~Min. 20,000 prints/month)
Avg. 500 masters/month

Section Part Description Expected Life

Scanner Unit Fluorescent lamp 15,000 masters
Original transport rollers 1 year or 6,000 masters
Master Feed Thermal head 30,000 masters
Unit Cutter 30,000 masters
Upper master feed rollers 1 year or 6,000 masters
Platen roller 30,000 masters
Drum Unit Drum screen 2 years or 1,200,000 prints
Paper Feed Paper feed rubber side plate 1,200,000 prints
Unit Paper feed roller 6 months or 300,000 prints
Upper Separation roller 1 year or 600,000 prints
Separation Plate 1 year or 600,000 prints
Lower separation roller 2,000,000 prints
Feed roller brake 1,000,000 prints
Printing Unit Pressure roller 2 years or 1,200,000 prints
Delivery Unit Vacuum belts 2 years or 1,200,000 prints
(VT2300/VT2500 only)
ADF Unit Pull-out roller 60,000 sheets
Original feed roller 60,000 sheets
Separation blade 60,000 sheets
Original pressure plate 60,000 sheets

2.10 SPECIAL TOOLS

Description Parts Number
Test chart 99992131
Drum gauge C2009001
Image shifting gauge C2009002

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3. SERVICE PROGRAM MODE

(I/O Check Mode)
3.1 HOW TO ACCESS I/O CHECK MODE
This program checks electrical components. The procedure for accessing the
program is as follows:
1. Turn off the power switch.

2. A4 version:
Remove the front cover of the master eject unit to access the Full Master
Detecting switch [A]. Turn on the power switch while holding down the
Print Start key, Stop key, Clear key and Full Master Detecting Switch [A].
This accesses I/O check mode.

LT version:
Turn on the power switch while holding down the Print Start key, Stop
key, and Clear key. This accesses I/O check mode.
NOTE: When the I/O check mode is accessed, only the 141% enlargement
(VT2300/2500) or the 71% (64%) reduction (VT2100/2130/2150)
ratio LED, the left lighter image density LED, and the Line Mode
LED light. Also, 1 is displayed in the memory indicator and 0 is
displayed in the copy counter.
VT2300/VT2500:

[A]
VT2100/VT2130/VT2150:

[A4 Version Only]

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3. Press the Memory/Class key to select either "Input" or "Output".

Memory Indicator "1" ------ Input
Memory Indicator "0" ------ Output

4. Use the Numeral keys to enter the desired input or output number in the
copy counter. (See the Service Program Table.)

5. a) In input mode, all Image Shift Position indicators [A] turn on when a
switch or sensor that is being tested is actuated.

VT2300/VT2500: [A]

VT2100/VT2130/VT2150: [A]

b) In output mode, the component corresponding to the number entered

with the Number keys turns on when the Print Start key is pressed.
* Press the Clear key to set the counter number in the copy counter.

6. After completion of the Service Program mode, turn off the power switch
to clear the I/O check mode.

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3.2 SERVICE PROGRAM TABLE: VT2300/VT2500

Output Mode:
COUNTER
OUTPUT
INDICATION
0001-0 Turns on the drum (10 rpm).
0002-0 Turns on the drum (30 rpm).
0003-0 Turns on the drum (60 rpm).
0004-0 Turns on the paper table drive motor (up).
0005-0 Turns on the paper table drive motor (down).
0006-0 Turns on the vacuum motor.
0007-0 Turns on the master eject solenoid.
0008-0 Turns on the master eject clamper opening solenoid.
0009-0 Turns on the master feed clamper opening solenoid.
0010-0 Turns on the reversing roller solenoid.
0011-0 Turns on the paper feed solenoid and the printing pressure solenoid.
0012-0 Turns on the ink supply solenoid.
0013-0 Turns on the original transport motor.
0014-0 Turns on the master feed motor.
0015-0 Turns on the fluorescent lamp.
0016-0 Master Process Command (Photo LED ON)
0017-0 Reverses the master eject motor (Turn the eject rollers).
0018-0 Turns on the master eject motor (Pressure plate up/down).
0019-0 Turns on the cutter motor (Moves it from front to rear).
0020-0 Turns on the cutter motor (Moves it from rear to front).
0021-0 Turns the image shifting motor in (+) direction.
0022-0 Turns the image shifting motor in (--) direction.
0023-0 Turns on the magnetic counter for paper.
0024-0 Turns on the magnetic counter for master.
0025-0 Turns on the drum reverse rotation relay.
0026-0 Magnification ratio : 100% (LED ON)
0027-0 Magnification ratio : 93% (LED ON)
0028-0 Magnification ratio : 82% (A4 version)/ 75% (LT version) (LED ON)
0029-0 Magnification ratio : 71% (A4 version)/ 64% (LT version) (LED ON)
0030-0 Turn on the drum (10 rpm), the paper feed solenoid and the printing
pressure solenoid.
0031-0 Tape dispenser (option) feeds out strips of paper.
0032-0 Turns on the ADF drive motor.
0033-0 Turns on the ADF original pressure solenoid.
0034-0 Turns on the drum lock solenoid.
0035-0 Outputs the thermal head voltage (VHD).

NOTE: 0001-0 to 0006-0 and 0030-0 are not activated when the safety
cover is open.

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3.3 SERVICE PROGRAM TABLE: VT2300/VT2500

Input Mode:
COUNTER
INPUT
INDICATION
0001-1 SN: Master Eject Detection (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0002-1 SW: Pressure Plate Position (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0003-1 SN: 2nd Original Detection (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0004-1 SN: Original Registration Detection (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0005-1 SN: 1st Drum Position Detection (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0006-1 SN: 2nd Drum Position Detection (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0007-1 SN: Master Detection (Indicator lights when master is set)
0008-1 SN: Master Buckle Detection (Indicator lights when master appears)
0009-1 SW: Left Cutter (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0010-1 SW: Right Cutter (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0011-1 SW: Master Eject Box (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0012-1 SW: Full Master Detection (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0013-1 SN: Paper End (Indicator lights when paper is set)
0014-1 SN: Paper Table Low Limit (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0015-1 SN: Paper Table Height (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0016-1 SN: Pressure (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0017-1 SN: 1st Paper Exit (Indicator lights when paper exists)
0018-1 SN: 2nd Paper Exit (Indicator lights when paper exists)
0019-1 SW: Cover Safety/Drum Detection (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0020-1 SN: Color Drum (Indicator lights when color
drum is set)
0021-1 DIP SW-1 (DIP102-1) (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0022-1 DIP SW-2 (DIP102-2) (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0023-1 DIP SW-3 (DIP102-3) (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0024-1 DIP SW-4 (DIP102-4) (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0026-1 SN: Ink Detecting (Indicator lights when ink appears)
0027-1 SN: Thermistor (Indicator lights when temp. is
standard)
0028-1 Key: Proof (Indicator lights when key ON)
0029-1 Key: Image Shift + (Indicator lights when key ON)
0030-1 Key: Image Shift -- (Indicator lights when key ON)
0031-1 SW: Drum Rotation (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0032-1 SW: Master Manual cut (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0033-1 SN: 1st Original Detection (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0034-1 SN: Paper Size 1 (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0035-1 SN: Paper Size 2 (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0036-1 SN: Paper Size 3 (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0037-1 SN: Drum Master Detection (Indicator lights when sensor ON)

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3.4 SERVICE PROGRAM TABLE: VT2100/VT2130/VT2150

Output Mode:
COUNTER
OUTPUT
INDICATION
0001-0 Turns on the drum (10 rpm).
0002-0 Turns on the drum (30 rpm).
0003-0 Turns on the drum (60 rpm).
0004-0 Turns on the paper table drive motor (up).
0005-0 Turns on the paper table drive motor (down).
0006-0 Turns on the vacuum motor.
0007-0 Turns on the master eject solenoid.
0008-0 Turns on the master eject clamper opening solenoid.
0009-0 Turns on the master feed clamper opening solenoid.
0010-0 Turns on the reversing roller solenoid.
0011-0 Turns on the paper feed solenoid and the printing pressure solenoid.
0012-0 Turns on the ink supply solenoid.
0013-0 Turns on the original transport motor.
0014-0 Turns on the master feed motor.
0015-0 Turns on the fluorescent lamp.
0016-0 Master Process Command (Photo LED ON)
0017-0 Reverses the master eject motor (Turn the eject rollers).
0018-0 Turns on the master eject motor (Pressure plate up/down).
0019-0 Turns on the cutter motor (Moves it from front to rear).
0020-0 Turns on the cutter motor (Moves it from rear to front).
0021-0 Turns the image shifting motor in (+) direction.
0022-0 Turns the image shifting motor in (--) direction.
0023-0 Turns on the magnetic counter for paper.
0024-0 Turns on the magnetic counter for master.
0025-0 Turns on the drum reverse rotation relay.
0026-0 Magnification ratio : 100% (LED ON)
0027-0 Magnification ratio : 93% (LED ON)
0028-0 Magnification ratio : 82% (A4 version)/ 75% (LT version) (LED ON)
0029-0 Magnification ratio : 71% (A4 version)/ 64% (LT version) (LED ON)
0030-0 Turn on the drum (10 rpm), the paper feed solenoid and the printing
pressure solenoid.
0031-0 Tape dispenser (option) feeds out strips of paper.
0032-0 Turns on the ADF drive motor (Not used).
0033-0 Turns on the ADF original pressure solenoid (Not used).
0034-0 Outputs the thermal head voltage (VHD).

NOTE: 0001-0 to 0006-0 and 0030-0 are not activated when the safety
cover is open.

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3.5 SERVICE PROGRAM TABLE: VT2100/VT2130/VT2150

Input Mode:
COUNTER
INPUT
INDICATION
0001-1 SW: Master Eject Detection (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0002-1 SW: Pressure Plate Position (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0003-1 SN: 2nd Original Detection (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0004-1 SN: Original Registration Detection (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0005-1 SN: 1st Drum Position Detection (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0006-1 SN: 2nd Drum Position Detection (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0007-1 SN: Master Detection (Indicator lights when master is set)
0008-1 SN: Master Buckle Detection (Indicator lights when master appears)
0009-1 SW: Left Cutter (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0010-1 SW: Right Cutter (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0011-1 SW: Master Eject Box (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0012-1 SW: Full Master Detection (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0013-1 SN: Paper End (Indicator lights when paper is set)
0014-1 SN: Paper Table Low Limit (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0015-1 SN: Paper Table Height (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0016-1 SN: Pressure (Indicator lights when sensor ON)
0017-1 SN: 1st Paper Exit (LED103) (Indicator lights when paper exists)
0018-1 SN: 2nd Paper Exit (LED101) (Indicator lights when paper exists)
0019-1 SW: Cover Safety/Drum Detection (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0020-1 SN: Color Drum (Indicator lights when color
drum is set)
0021-1 DIP SW-1 (DIP100-1) (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0022-1 DIP SW-2 (DIP100-2) (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0023-1 DIP SW-3 (DIP100-3) (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0024-1 DIP SW-4 (DIP100-4) (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0025-1 DIP SW-5 (DIP100-5) (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0026-1 SN: Ink Detecting (Indicator lights when ink appears)
0027-1 SN: Thermistor (Indicator lights when temp. is
standard)
0028-1 Key: Proof (Indicator lights when key ON)
0029-1 Key: Image Shift + (Indicator lights when key ON)
0030-1 Key: Image Shift -- (Indicator lights when key ON)
0031-1 SW: Drum Rotation (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0032-1 SW: Master Manual Cut (Indicator lights when switch ON)
0033-1 SN: 1st Original Detection (Indicator lights when sensor ON)

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4. TEST PATTERN IMAGE MODE

The purpose of this mode is to distinguish whether the cause of the image
problem is located before or after the image processing.

Output image: The normal output of this test pattern image mode is one
of the Dither matrix pattern as illustrated below.

Master processing length:

Main scan (Horizontal) direction: Full width of the thermal head
Sub scan (Vertical) direction: Same as the vertical size of
the original set on the original
table.

Magnified Test Pattern Image

Test Pattern in Test Pattern in

Test Pattern Image Line Mode Photo Mode

(VT2300/VT2500
only)

A B

Fluorescent Lamp

A/D Conversion Image Thermal Head

CCD Thermal Head
PCB Processing PCB Drive PCB

Master Feed
Original Feed
Motor
Motor

This test pattern is generated by the image processing PCB.

[Example] Problem: Vertical white lines appear on the print.

Possible Cause 1 If the same problem appears on the output
Image from the thermal head in Test Pattern
image mode, the cause should exist in area
B as shown above.
Possible Cause 2 If the output image from the thermal head is
correct in Test Pattern Mode but the output
image in the normal mode is incorrect, the
cause should exist in area A as shown
above.

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4.1 OPERATION: (To Enter Test Pattern Image Mode)

1) Remove the front cover.

2) Turn off the DIP SW 400-7 on the image processing PCB only when the
power switch is off.

3) Turn on the main switch.

VT2300/VT2500 only:
4) Press the Image Mode key to select the Test Pattern Image.

Test Pattern in Line Mode Test Pattern in Photo Mode

VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 only:
4) The following Test Pattern is made in both Line and Photo mode (i.e. it
does not need to be selected).

Test Pattern in Line Mode/Photo Mode

5) Set the original on the original table.

CAUTION: To prevent overheating of the thermal head, make the

original as short as possible. Any type of original is suitable
as the test pattern being used is in the image processing
PCB memory.

6) Press the Master Making key and make prints.

7) After completion of the Test Pattern Image mode, turn on DIP SW 400-7.

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5. DESIGNATED AREA CHECK MODE: VT2500

The command sheet image (designated area) and the original image can be
printed at the same time to check the designated area and the positioning of
the image within the designated area as follows:

1) Turn off the power switch.

2) Turn on the power switch while pressing the Make-up Key and the Reset
Key.

Turn on the power switch

while pressing these keys.

3) Press the Make-up Key ([Fn] is displayed in the counter.)

4) Press the "8" key ("8" is displayed in the counter.)

Press the "8" key

5) Set the command sheet and the original on the original table and press
the Print Start key to make copies.

* If white paper is used as an original, only the command sheet (the line
showing the designate area) is printed.

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Original Command Sheet

Felt-tip Pen

Pencil

Printed image using "Fn 8"

1) The designated areas marked using a pencil are depicted by dashed

lines. This is because the line marked using a pencil is low density and
thin, therefore the designated area is not recognized as a closed loop
even if the line on the command sheet is a closed loop.
Therefore, the designated area can not be memorized.

2) The designated area marked using a black felt-tip pen is printed within
the closed loop.
As the line of the designated area on the printed paper is a closed loop,
the designated area is memorized.

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6. OPTION/SUPPLY INTERCHANGEABILITY
0: Standard combination
∆: Usable under certain conditions (*See NOTES on page 4-23)
X: Cannot be used
SS810 SS830 SS930 SS950 SS915 SS935 SS955
Masters Type 800 0 0 ∆ *1 ∆ *1 ∆ *2 ∆ *2 ∆ *2
Type 900 X X 0 0 ∆ *3 ∆ *3 ∆ *3
Type 905 X X ∆ *4 ∆ *4 0 0 0
VT-S X X X X X X X
VT-M X X X X X X X
VT-L X X X X X X X
Inks Black 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Color
(rd/bl/gn/br) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
VT-Black-800 X X X X X X X
Color Color Drum
Drums
0 0 0 0 ∆ *6 ∆ *7 ∆ *7
Color Drum
Type 905 ∆ *9 ∆ *9 ∆ *9 ∆ *9 0 0 0
Color Drum
VT2000-M ∆ *11 ∆ *11 ∆ *11 ∆ *11 0 0 0
Color Drum
VT2000-LG
X X X X X X X
Color Drum
VT2000-S
X X X X X X X
Color Drum
VT3000-L
X X X X X X X
Color Drum
VT3000-S
X X X X X X X
Others Cassette B4
X X X X X 0 0
Cassette
VT3000-L X X X X X X X
Cassette
VT3000-S
X X X X X X X
Tape Marker
Type 20 0 0 0 0 0 ∆ *12 ∆ *12
Priport Table
0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Priport Table
VT3000 X X X X X X X

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0: Standard combination
∆: Usable under certain conditions (See NOTES on page 4-23)
X: Cannot be used
VT2100 VT2130 VT2150 VT2300 VT2500 VT3500
Masters Type 800 X X X X X X
Type 900 X X X X X X
Type 905 X X X X X X
VT-S X 0 0 X X X
VT-M 0 X X 0 0 X
VT-L X X X X X 0
Inks Black
0 0 0 0 0 ∆ *5
Color
(rd/bl/gn/br)
0 0 0 0 0 0
VT-Black-800
X X X X X 0
Color Color Drum
Drums ∆ *8 X X ∆ *8 ∆ *8 X
Color Drum
Type 905 ∆ *10 X X ∆ *10 ∆ *10 X
Color Drum
VT2000-M
0 X X 0 0 X
Color Drum
VT2000-LG
X 0 X X X X
Color Drum
VT2000-S
X X 0 X X X
Color Drum
VT3000-L
X X X X X 0
Color Drum
VT3000-S
X X X X X 0
Others Cassette B4
X X X 0 0 X
Cassette
VT3000-L X X X X X 0
Cassette
VT3000-S X X X X X 0
Tape Marker
Type 20
0 0 0 0 0 0
Priport Table
0 0 0 0 0 X
Priport Table
VT3000
X X X X X 0

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NOTES

1. The image density is lower than with a type 900 master; however, the ink set-off on the
back side of the following pages is reduced.
2. The image density is lower than with a type 905 master; however, the ink set-off is
reduced.
3. The image density is higher than with a type 905 master and the ink set-off is increased.
4. The image density is lower than with a type 900 master; however, the ink set-off is
reduced and the image density in solid areas is more even.
5. When the 500 cc ink cartridge is installed, the ink holder spacer [A] (P/N C5264633) must
be installed as shown.
6. The image density is slightly higher.
7. The drum cannot be used used unless the black seal [B] (P/N C2074550) is affixed to the
screen edge as shown. The drum lock function cannot be used.
8. The drum cannot be used unless the black seal [B] (P/N C2074550) is affixed to the
screen edge as shown. The modified master clamper (P/N C2074948) must be installed.
The drum lock function cannot be used.
9. The drum lock and the drum master detection functions cannot be used; however, the
first few prints made when the Master Making key is pressed will be better than those
made on a standard drum.
10. The modified master clamper (P/N C2074948) must be installed.
11. The drum lock and the drum master detection functions cannot be used; however, this
drum produces better quality images than a standard drum.
12. The rear paper delivery side plate [C] (P/N C2136119) used on the VT series must be
installed.
[B]

[A] [B]

[C]

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1. EXTERIOR
1.1 EXTERIOR COVER REPLACEMENT

[D] [E]
[F]

[C]

[E]

[A]

[B]

When adjusting or disassembling each sections, refer to the following

procedure of how to remove the exterior covers.

[A] Master feed unit cover (2 screws). Slide the scanner unit to the left.
[B] Front cover (6 screws).
• Remove master feed unit cover [A] to remove upper right screw. Open the
front door to remove the front screws.
[C] Rear cover (6 screws).
[D] Operation panel cover (6 screws).
• Remove front cover [B] to remove operation panel cover.
[E] Front and rear fluorescent lamp covers (2 screws each).
[F] Master eject cover (2 screws).

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[G]
[J]

[H]

[I]

[J]
[J]

Good No Good

[G] Front and rear original table frames (3 screws each).

• Remove the operation panel cover [D] and rear cover [C] to remove the
front and rear original table frames (See page 5-1).
[H] Original table (6 screws).
• Remove front and rear original table frames [G] to remove the original
table.
NOTE: When installing the original table, make sure both original guides
[J] are set in the same position in the grooves (See illustration).

[I] Original table cover (3 screws).

• Slide the scanner unit to the left.

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2. ORIGINAL FEED SECTION

2.1 ORIGINAL FEED BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT

[F]

[E]

[C]
[D]

[A]
[B]

Purpose: To ensure proper original feed.

1. Remove the rear cover of the fluorescent lamp (2 screws).

2. Using a tension gauge, apply a 110-gram load at the center of the belt
[A]. Make sure that the belt deflects 2 to 3 mm.
3. If not, loosen the mounting screws [B] of the original feed motor [C] and
adjust belt tension by moving the original feed motor.
4. Using a tension gauge, apply a 110-gram load at the center of the belt
[F]. Make sure that the belt deflects 1.1 ± 0.2 mm.
5. If incorrect, loosen the mounting screw [D] and adjust belt tension by
moving the belt tensioner [E].
6. After adjustment, retighten the mounting screws.

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2.2 ORIGINAL PRESSURE SOLENOID ADJUSTMENT:

VT2300/VT2500

[D] 6.0 -- 6.5 mm

[E]

[G]
[F]

[E]

[A]

[B]

[C]

Purpose: To ensure that the originals are separated properly.

1. Remove the screw securing the stopper [A].

2. Remove the platen plate [B] (2 screws).
3. Remove the original guide [C] (4 screws).
4. Remove the ADF unit cover [D] (5 screws).
5. Unhook the both hook springs [E].
6. Remove the separation guide plate [F] (4 screws).
7. Adjust the original pressure solenoid [G] position so that the space
between the E-ring and the rubber cushion is 6.0 to 6.5 mm when the
solenoid is turned off.

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2.3 TRANSPORT ROLLER PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT:

VT2300/VT2500

[A]

[D]

[C]

[B]

Purpose : To ensure that the original does not skew

1. Set the ADF ON/OFF switch to OFF.

2. Open the scanner unit [A] and place strips of paper (45 g/m2) over the
front and rear ends of the transport roller [B].
3. Close the scanner unit.
4. Confirm that the strips of paper can be pulled out at both ends of the
roller with the same amount of force.
5. If the pressure is not the same at both ends, loosen the mounting screw
[C] and adjust the transport roller pressure by sliding the adjustment plate
[D] up or down.
6. Tighten the mounting screw after adjusting the roller pressure.

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2.4 EXPOSURE GLASS REPLACEMENT

[A]

[B]

[C]

[B]

1. Slide the scanner unit to the left.

2. Open the ADF unit [A].
3. Remove the front and rear fluorescent lamp covers (2 screws each).
4. Remove both the exposure glass leaf springs [B].
5. Carefully remove the exposure glass [C].

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2.5 EXPOSURE LAMP / HEATER REPLACEMENT

[C]
[A]

[B]
[C]

[C]

[D]

45o
90o

1. Slide the scanner unit to the left.

2. Remove the front fluorescent lamp cover (2 screws).
3. Remove the front fluorescent lamp holder [A] (2 screws).
4. Disconnect the 4P heater connector [B].
5. Carefully remove the fluorescent lamp [C] so that it does not contact the
exposure glass.
6. Remove the heater [D] from the fluorescent lamp.

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2.6 ORIGINAL REGISTRATION SENSOR / 2ND ORIGINAL

SENSOR REPLACEMENT

[C]
[A]

[D]
[B]

[F]

[A] [E]
[G]
[H]

Original Registration Sensor:

1. Remove the DF unit stoppers [A] (VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 only).
2. Remove the exposure glass. (See page 5-6.)
3. Remove the fluorescent lamp. (See page 5-6.)
4. Remove the screw securing the stopper [B] (VT2300/VT2500 only).
5. Remove the guide plate [C] (4 screws).
6. Disconnect the original registration sensor connector [D].
7. Remove the sensor with the securing plate [E] (2 screws).
8. Remove the original registration sensor [F] from the securing plate.

2nd Original Sensor:

1. ∼ 5. procedures are the same as above.

6. Remove the original table. (see page 5-2.)

7. Remove the 2nd original sensor feeler.
8. Disconnect the 2nd original sensor connector [G].
9. Remove the 2nd original sensor [H] (2 screws).

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2.7 1ST ORIGINAL SENSOR REPLACEMENT: VT2300/2500

[D]

[E]

[F]

[E]

[B]

[C]
[I] [A]
[H]

1. Remove the screw securing the stopper [A] (1 screw).

2. Remove the platen plate [B] (2 screws).
3. Remove the original guide [C] (4 screws).
4. Remove the ADF unit cover [D] (5 screws).
5. Unhook the both hook springs [E].
6. Remove the separation guide plate [F] (4 screws).
7. Remove the separation blade assembly [H] (1 screw).
8. Disconnect the 1st original sensor connector [I].
9. Remove the sensor from the sensor bracket.

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2.8 ORIGINAL FEED ROLLERS / PULL-OUT ROLLERS

REPLACEMENT: VT2300/2500

[E]
[G]
[F]

[A]
[B]

[D]
[C]

1. Remove the original table (See page 5-2).

2. Replace the pull-out rollers [A] (1 snap ring, 1 pin).
3. Remove the E-rings at the both end of the original feed roller shaft [B].
4. Remove the ADF drive gear [C] and bushing [D].
5. Remove the original feed roller assembly [E].
6. Remove the stopper [F] (Allen screw).
7. Replace the original feed rollers [G].
NOTE: A one-way clutch is installed in the feed roller. Confirm that the
roller can rotate in the arrow direction as shown in the above
illustration.

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3. SCANNER SECTION
3.1 OPTICAL ADJUSTMENT
The only change in the optical adjustment procedure is that black level
adjustment should be done first.

The following table shows the reciprocal relationship between adjustment

procedures. When the items listed in the left column are adjusted, the items
listed in the top row must also be adjusted.

Black Reading
Scan Reduction
Level White Start Focus
Adjustment Items Shading Line Ratio
(VT2300/ Level Position of (MTF)
Position (Moire)
VT2500) Main Scan
Black Level
(VT2300/VT2500) o o o o
White Level

Shading
o o
Scan Line
Position
o o o
Reading Start
Position of Main o o o
Scan
Focus (MTF)
o
Reduction Ratio
(Moire)
o o o o o o

The facsimile test chart R-21 (P/N 99992131) and an oscilloscope are
required for this adjustment.

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3.1.1 Preparation for Adjustment

1. Remove the original table cover.
2. Connect the terminals of the oscilloscope to the following test pins on the
A/D Conversion PCB.

VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 VT2300/VT2500
Terminal Test Pin Terminal Test Pin
Channel 1 TP 600 Channel 1 TP 601
Channel 2
Channel 2 TP 603 (Black Level TP 600
Standard Voltage)
GND TP 602 GND TP 604
* The trigger terminal is TP 603.

VT2100/VT2130/VT2150

VT2300/VT2500

3. Turn on the power switch while holding down the Print Start key, Stop key
and Clear key on the operation panel. --- LT version only
Turn on the power switch while holding down the Print Start key, Stop
key, Clear key and the Full Master Detecting switch. --- A4 version only
4. Set "15" in the copy counter and set "0" in the memory/class display to
turn on only the fluorescent lamp.

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3.1.2 Black Level Adjustment: VT2300/VT2500

[A]

TP 601 waveform
TP 601waveform

Adjust VR 2 so that the black level

TP 600 standard black level is the same as the standard black level.

Purpose: To ensure that the black level from the CCD output
conversion/amplificationboard is the same as the standard black
level (1.4 V).

1. Close the scanner unit.

2. Press the Print Start key to turn on the fluorescent lamp.
3. Confirm that the black level at TP 601 is the same as the standard black
level (1.4 V) at TP600 on the A/D conversion board [A].
4. If the black levels are not the same, adjust VR2 to set the black level at
TP601 to the standard black level (1.4±0.03 V).

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3.1.3 Shading Adjustment

[B]

[C] Up

Down

[A]

B A

The middle of the wavefrom

should be higher than the ends.
B≥0.6A

Purpose: To flatten the white level waveform. This also, corrects for distortion
to the light intensity due to the output characteristics at both lamp
ends and aberrations within the lens section.

1. Close the scanner unit [A].

2. Press the Print Start key to turn on the fluorescent lamp.
3. Confirm that the above white level waveform is displayed.
4. If incorrect, move the shading plate [B] position vertically (up or down), so
that the waveform is similar to the one above.
5. After adjustment, retighten the mounting screws [C] of the shading plate
[B].

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3.1.4 Scan Line Position Adjustment

[B]
Edge of Lower
Original
Guide Plate [A]
[C]

Test Chart R-21

16 mm
16 mm

1 mm
Black Line

Purpose: To ensure that CCD alignment is perpendicular to the original feed

direction.

1. Set the test chart so that the black line is positioned 16 mm away from
the edge of the lower original guide plate as shown.
2. Press the Print Start key to turn on the fluorescent lamp and confirm that
the waveform is similar to the above illustration.
3. If incorrect, loosen the mounting screws [A] fixing adjusting knob [B] and
the mounting screws [C] of the CCD board and adjust the CCD position
by turning the adjusting knob.
4. Tighten the mounting screws [B] and [C]. Then reconfirm the waveform.

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3.1.5 Reading Start Position Adjustment (In The Main Scan Direction)

Test Chart R-21

Center Line
[B]
[E] [D]
[A]

[B]
Line [C]
L L’
L = L’

[C]
Purpose: To align the center of the original with the center of the CCD so that
the center of original image is positioned in the center on the
master.

1. Open the scanner unit [A].

2. Set the test chart so that the center line, located at the leading edge of
the test chart, is positioned above the original leading edge sensor
actuator [B].
3. Close the scanner unit [B].
4. Press the Print Start key to turn on the fluorescent lamp and feed the test
chart.
5. Stop feeding the test chart when it is possible to read both lines [C], and
confirm that the above waveform is displayed (The distance "L" is the
same as "L’").
6. If incorrect, loosen the mounting screws [D] of the CCD board [E] and
adjust the CCD horizontal position.
7. After adjustment, retighten the mounting screws.

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3.1.6 Focus Adjustment (MTF Adjustment)

[B]

[A]

Test Chart R-21

8 lines/mm

B A

B
• x 100≥48%
A

• Amplitude "B" (difference between white and black levels) must be a

maximum

Purpose: To focus the lens (focus distance between the CCD and the lens).

1. Position the test chart so that the 8 lines/mm section on the test chart can
be read.
2. Press the Print Start key to turn on the fluorescent lamp.
3. Confirm that the wave form is similar to the above illustration.
4. If incorrect, loosen the allen screw [A] and adjust the lens position [B] by
moving it as shown by the arrow.
5. After adjustment, retighten the allen screw.

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3.1.7 Reduction Ratio Adjustment (Moire Adjustment)

[A]
Cross points must be less than 6.
[B]

: Upper cross points≤6

: Lower cross points≤6

Purpose: To adjust the focus (to set distance between the lens and the
original)

1. Position the test chart so that the area containing 8 lines/mm on the test
chart can be read (See page 5-17).
2. Press the Print Start key to turn on the fluorescent lamp.
3. At the same time, confirm that the waveform is similar to the above
illustration.
4. If incorrect, loosen the mounting screws [A] and adjust the lens block [B]
position as indicated by the arrows.
5. After adjustment, retighten the mounting screw [A].

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3.1.8 White Level Adjustment

A: 2.0±0.1V

Purpose: To set the white level so that the background of the test chart is not
copied.

1. Position the test chart so that the background area (white area) of the test
chart can be read.
2. Press the Print Start key to turn on the fluorescent lamp.
3. Adjust VR 600 for VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 (VR-1 for VT2300/VT2500)
on the A/D conversion PCB so that the maximum level is 2.0 ± 0.1 V.

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3.2 IMAGE MAGNIFICATION ADJUSTMENT

(In The Sub-scan Direction)

DIP SW400

Purpose: To ensure that the image magnification lengthwise is 100 % ± 0.5

% when using the full size mode.
1. Press the Full Size (100 %) key.
2. Make prints of the test chart.
3. Make sure that the image length is 100 % ± 0.5 % by comparing the
prints with the test chart.
4. If the prints are not within specification, open the front cover of the
machine and adjust the magnification ratio using DIP SW400 on the
image processing board.

<DIP SW / Correction Ratio>

DIP Zoom (Length of Test Chart)

DIP 400-1 DIP 400-2 = x 100
400-3 Ratio (Length of Print Image)
OFF OFF OFF 100 %
Red: OFF ON OFF 99.25 %
OFF OFF ON 98.77 %
OFF ON ON 98.25 %
ON OFF OFF 100 %
Enl: ON ON OFF 100.75 %
ON OFF ON 101.23 %
ON ON ON 101.75 %

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4. IMAGE SHIFTING SECTION

4.1 ENCODER MOUNTING POSITION ADJUSTMENT
[C]

[B]
[A]

Purpose: To ensure that the image is positioned in the middle when the
Image Shifting key is set at the center "0".

1. Remove the rear cover of the machine.

2. Turn on the power switch and press the "--" Image Shifting key to shift the
position to the maximum backward position ("--2" position ). After that,
press "+" Image Shifting key to shift the position to the center (when the
"0" position LED lights).
3. Make sure that it is possible to insert the image shifting position gauge [A]
to confirm gear alignment and, therefore, the image shifting position.
4. If incorrect, adjust the gear alignment as follows after removing the
encoder [B]:

CAUTION: Adjust the encoder position after removing the connector

[C] of the image shift motor.

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[C]

[D]

[E]
[F]

[B]
[A]

5. Disconnect the connector [D] of the encoder.

6. Insert the gauge [A] into the hole of the gear [E].
7. Turn on the LED "--2" of the Image shift indicator on the operation panel.
Then gradually turn the shaft of the encoder [B] in the "0" position
direction and stop it as soon as the "0" position LED lights.
8. In the above condition, set the encoder and tighten the allen screw [F] to
mount the shaft of the encoder with the gear [E]. Then remove the gauge
[A] and connect the connector [C] of the image shift motor.
9. After adjustment, make prints to confirm the image position.

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5. MASTER FEED SECTION

5.1 THERMAL HEAD VOLTAGE ADJUSTMENT

[A]

Purpose: To maintain master making quality and extend the lifetime of the
thermal head.
NOTE: This adjustment is always required when the thermal head or
power supply PCB is replaced.
1. Remove the rear cover of the machine.
2. Check the voltage noted on the decal, located on the thermal head. (The
voltage varies according to the individual thermal head.)
3. Disconnect CN-504 [A] of the power supply PCB.
4. Place the master between the platen roller and the thermal head to
protect the thermal head.
5. Access I/O check mode. (See page 4-11.)
• Enter "0" in the memory display and "35" in the copy counter
---- VT2300/VT2500 only
• Enter "0" in the memory display and "34" in the copy counter
---- VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 only
6. Press the Print Start key to apply the thermal head voltage.
7. While holding down the Print Start key, Confirm that the voltage between
pins 3 and 6 on CN504 is at the level specified on the decal (Within +0V,
--0.1V).
8. If it is not, adjust VR201 on the power supply board.

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5.2 BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT

2.2 -- 3.7 mm
1.2 -- 1.8 mm

[C]

[D] [A]
[B]

[E]

Purpose: To ensure that correct master feed motor rotation is transmitted to

each roller.
Platen Roller Drive Belt:
1. Turn off the main switch.
2. Remove the master feed unit from the machine.
3. Using a tension gauge, apply a 110-gram load to the center of the belt
[A]. Make sure that the belt deflects 1.2 to 1.8 mm.
4. If incorrect, adjust the belt tension by raising or lowering the master feed
motor [B].
Feed Roller Drive Belt:
5. Using a tension gauge, apply a 110-gram load to the center of the belt
[C]. Make sure that the belt deflects 2.2 to 3.7 mm.
6. If incorrect, loosen the nut [D] and adjust the belt tension by raising or
lowering the tensioner [E].

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5.3 RIGHT AND LEFT CUTTER SWITCH ADJUSTMENT

[D]

[E]

[B]

[C]

0.1 -- 0.5 mm
[A]

Purpose: To ensure that the cutter slider stops properly.

1. Turn off the main switch.

2. Remove the cutter unit (2 screws).
2. Remove the cutter unit cover (4 screws).
4. After moving the cutter slider [A] fully to the left, make sure that the left
cutter switch [B] is turned on and that the switch stroke [C] is 0.1 to 0.5
mm. Also, make sure that the right cutter switch [D] is actuated in the
same fashion.
5. If incorrect, loosen the mounting screws [E] and adjust the switch position.

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5.4 REVERSE ROLLER SOLENOID ADJUSTMENT

[A]

[B]

[C]

0.5 -- 1 mm

Purpose: To ensure proper operation of the reverse roller clutch.

1. Turn off the main switch.

2. Remove the master feed unit.
3. Adjust the solenoid [A] position so that there is 0.5 to 1 mm clearance
between the stopper [B] and the gear [C] when the solenoid is energized.

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5.5 CUTTER REPLACEMENT

[C]

[D]

[B]
[A]

1. Turn off the main switch.

2. Slide the scanner unit to the left.
3. Disconnect the 6P connector [A].
4. Remove the cutter unit [B] (2 screws).
5. Remove the cutter unit cover [C] (4 screws).
6. Remove the lower cutter cover (2 screws).
7. Remove the cutter [D] (1 nut).
NOTE: When reassembling, move the cutter motor to the home position
(operation side end) before the lower cutter cover is installed.

CAUTION: The edge of the cutter is very sharp.

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5.6 MASTER BUCKLE SENSOR REPLACEMENT

[C]

[A]

[D]

[B]

1. Turn off the main switch.

2. Slide the scanner unit to the left.
3. Remove the master roll.
4. Remove the cutter unit [A] (2 screws).
5. Disconnect the buckle sensor connector [B].
6. Remove the buckle sensor [C] together with the bracket [D] (2 screws).
7. Remove the buckle sensor from the bracket (2 screws).

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5.7 THERMAL HEAD REPLACEMENT:

[D] [A]

[B]

[C]

1. Turn off the main switch.

2. Slide the scanner unit to the left.
3. Remove the master roll.
4. Remove the thermal head cover [A] (3 screws).
5. Remove the platen roller [B] (2 knob screws).
6. Disconnect the thermal head connectors [C].
7. Remove the thermal head [D] (2 screws).
8. After installing the thermal head, adjust the thermal head voltage. (See
page 5-23.)
NOTE: • The thermal head type being used on the VT2000 series is
different from those of SS900 series.
• The VT2100/VT2300/VT2500 use the B4 size (256 mm width)
thermal head (P/N C2138100)
• The VT2130/VT2150 use the A4/LG size (216 mm width)
thermal head (P/N C2118100)

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5.8 THERMAL HEAD DRIVE BOARD REPLACEMENT

[A]

[B]

(d)
(a) (e)
(b)

(c)

1. Turn off the main switch.

2. Remove the master feed unit from the machine.
3. Remove the bottom plate [A] of the master feed unit.
4. Disconnect the 5 connectors (a to e).
5. Remove the thermal head drive board [B] (6 screws).

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6. MASTER EJECT SECTION

6.1 MASTER EJECT SOLENOID ADJUSTMENT
[C]

[C]
[B] [A]

[A]

Purpose: To ensure that master is ejected.

1. Open the master eject unit and remove the upper cover of the master eject unit
(4 screws).

2. Access I/O check mode (See page 4-11), and eEnter "0" in the memory display
and "7" in the copy counter.

3. Press the Print Start key to turn on the master eject solenoid.

4. Confirm that the lower first eject rollers [A] are touched to the drum surface and
also confirm that they are separated from the drum when the master eject
solenoid turns off.

5. If it is out of adjustment, loosen the screws [B] and adjust the mounting position
of the master eject solenoid [C].

6. After adjustment, retighten the screws [B].

NOTE: To easily confirm whether the lower roller touches to the drum surface.
Wrap the drum with the blank paper. Check the paper for roller marks.

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6.2 PRESSURE PLATE POSITION SWITCH ADJUSTMENT

[B]

[F]
[A]

[E]
[D]

[C]
0.1~0.5 mm
[G]

[C]

Purpose: To ensure that the pressure plate stops at the proper position.

1. Open the master eject unit and remove the front cover of the master eject
unit (3 screws).
2. Turn the gear [A] and position the pressure plate [B] at the maximum
height.
3. Confirm that the distance between the switch [C] and lever [D] is 0.1 to
0.5 mm when the lever edge [E] is positioned in the ditch on the cam [F]
bottom.
Also, confirm that the switch turns off when the lever edge [E] is not
positioned in the ditch on the cam [F] bottom.
4. If it is out of adjustment, loosen the screws [G] and adjust the mounting
position of the pressure plate position switch.

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6.3 FULL MASTER SWITCH ADJUSTMENT

[C] [D] [B]

[B]

0.1~0.5 mm

[C]
[E] [A]

Purpose: To ensure that the full master detecting switch turns on when the
master eject box is filled to capacity with ejected masters.

1. Open the master eject unit and remove the front cover of the master eject
unit (3 screws).
2. Turn the gear [A] and position the pressure plate at its lowest position.
Then, turn the gear further so that the arm [B] turns on the full master
detecting switch [C].
3. Confirm that the distance between the full master detecting switch and
the switch actuator [D] is 0.1 to 0.5 mm when the full master detecting
switch turns on.
4. If it is out of adjustment, loosen the screws [E] and adjust the position of
the full master detecting switch.
5. Tighten the mounting screws [E].

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6.4 MASTER EJECT SENSOR ADJUSTMENT: VT2300/VT2500

[C]

[B]

[A]

Purpose : To ensure that the sensor detects the ejected master.

1. Make a master that has a solid black area. The solid black area should
be approx. A7 size (74 x 105 mm/3" x 4")
a. Set the original with the solid black area on the original table.
b. Press the Master Making key to make copies.
c. Stop printing when the image density of the solid black
area on the copies stabilizes.
d. Remove the master from the drum.
NOTE: To prevent the thermal head from overheating, do not use a large
solid black original.

2. Insert the above master [A] between the upper and the lower rollers with
the master film side up and position the solid lack area under the sensor.
3. Confirm that the voltage between TP104 (MDLV) and the GND line
(CN103-5) on the main control board [D] (see next page) is correct (4.0 V
± 0.5 V).]
4. If the voltage is outside the acceptable range, adjust it by turning VR104
on the main control board.
NOTE: Light reflected from an unused master has the highest intensity.
Light reflected from that part of a used solid black master where the
film layer has been burned away has the lowest intensity.
Therefore, use a used solid black master for this adjustment so that
the sensor can detect the ejected master under the worst
conditions.

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[D]

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6.5 MASTER EJECT UNIT REPLACEMENT

[A]

[C]

[B]

1. Turn off the main switch.

2. Remove the master eject unit cover [A] (2 screws).
3. Disconnect the connector [B].
4. Pull out the shaft [C].
5. Carefully remove the master eject unit.

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6.6 MASTER EJECT BELT/ROLLER REPLACEMENT

[D]
[A] [G]

[B] [E]

[G]
[C] [H]

[I]
[J]
[K]

[F]

1. Remove the master eject unit. (See page 5-36.)

2. Remove the 2 springs [A] on both sides.
3. Remove the upper shaft [B] (2 E-rings).
4. Remove the lower shaft [C] (2 E-rings).
5. Remove the gear [D] (1 E-ring).
6. Remove the gear [E] (1 Allen Screw).
7. Remove the gear [F] (1 E-ring).
8. Remove the E-rings [G] to pull out both upper (30φ) and lower rollers
(20φ) as a set.
9. Remove the Angle [H].
10. Remove the Plate [I].
11. Remove the Belts [J].
12. Remove the Rubber Rollers (30φ, 20φ) [K].

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7. PAPER FEED SECTION

7.1 PAPER TABLE SAFETY SWITCH ADJUSTMENT

[B]

[C]

0.3 -- 0.5 mm
[A]
[B]

Purpose: To ensure that the paper table safety switch turns on to prevent the
paper table from going up when the paper table is closed.

1. Make sure that the safety switch [A] turns off when the paper table is
opened and that the safety switch turns on when the paper table is
closed. Also, make sure that the distance between the actuator [B] and
the safety switch [A] is 0.3 mm to 0.5 mm when the switch turns on.
2. If incorrect, loosen the screw [C] and adjust the switch bracket position.
3. After adjustment, repeat step 1 again.
4. Also, make sure that the safety switch does not turn on when 1,000
sheets of standard weight paper are placed on the paper table.

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7.2 PAPER TABLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

148±0.5 mm
[C]

[D]
[B]

[A]

Purpose: To ensure smooth paper feed.

1. Set the paper feed pressure adjusting lever to the upper position.
2. Remove the front cover of the machine.
3. Access I/O check mode (See page 4-11).
• Enter "0" in the memory display and "4" in the copy counter.

4. Press the Print Start key to raise the paper table.

5. After the paper table stops, insert a scale into the slot at the end of the
paper table. Make sure that the distance between the lower stay [A] and
the upper face of the table is 147.5 to 148.5 mm.
6. If not, loosen the screw [B] and adjust the position of the actuator [C].
7. After adjustment, repeat step 5 again by lowering and raising the paper
table several times.
NOTE: When mounting the actuator, make sure that the actuator does not
contact the paper table height sensor [D].

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7.3 PAPER FEED ROLLER PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT

[B]

[A]

Purpose: To ensure that the paper feed roller exerts sufficient pressure for
smooth printing paper feed (weight range 50 g/m2 to 215 g/m2).

<Step 1>
1. Loosen the screw [A] securing the lower adjusting plate [B].

NOTE: When loosing the screw, hold the lower adjusting plate in the
original position for fine adjustment.

2. Adjust the paper feed roller pressure by moving the lower adjusting plate
[B] up/down.
Up : Increase the pressure
Down : Reduce the pressure

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250±5 g

[G]

100 g
[F]
[D]

[E]

<Step 2>
This procedure should only be used when the proper pressure cannot be
achieved in step 1.

1. Stack about 100 sheets of 65 g/m2 paper on the paper table. Lift up the
paper table until it stops automatically.
2. Set the paper feed roller pressure adjusting lever to the upper position.
3. Remove the front cover, the main board, the image processing board.
4. Remove the master feed unit.
5. Align the lower adjusting plate notch with the center notch of the link [D]
and tighten the screw [E].
6. Hook a tension gauge (500-gram range) to the paper feed roller shaft [F]
and insert a test sheet between the paper feed roller and the sheets of
paper. Then hook a tension gauge (100-gram range) to the test sheet and
apply a 100-gram load. In the above condition, gradually pull up the
tension gauge hooked to the shaft and make sure that the test sheet can
be pulled out when the tension gauge shows 250 ± 5 grams.
7. If not, adjust the pressure by moving the mounting position of the shaft
[G].

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7.4 SEPARATION PLATE PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT:

VT2300/VT2500

[A] [B] [C]

[A]: Strong
[D] [B]: Factory Setting
[C]: Weak

Purpose : To adjust the separation plate pressure for the type of paper being
used by the customer

1. Adjust the separation plate pressure by turning the adjusting screw [D].
NOTE: Position the minus groove on the screw head vertically or
horizontally . Otherwise, vibration may cause the screw to turn.

2. After adjustment, make copies to confirm that the paper feeds smoothly
without jamming, folding, or wrinkling Use all the types of paper that the
customer uses.

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7.5 LOWER GUIDE PLATE ADJUSTMENT

[B]

[A]

[C] 0 -- 0.1 mm

[A]
[B]

Purpose: To ensure a smooth paper feed excluding paper jams, folds, or

wrinkles.

1. Make sure that the distance between the lower guide plate [A] and the
lower second feed roller [B] is 0 to 0.1 mm as shown.
2. If incorrect, remove both front and rear covers and loosen the screws
[C]on both sides. Then, adjust the distance by lowering and raising the
lower guide plate.
3. After adjustment, retighten the screws [C].

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7.6 UPPER SECOND FEED ROLLER ADJUSTING

[A]

[D] [B]

0.05 -- 0.1 mm
[C]

Purpose: To ensure that paper is fed between the drum and the pressure
roller without skewing.

1. Remove both front and rear covers.

2. Move the second feed roller sector gear fully clockwise, so that the upper
second feed roller [A] contacts the lower second feed roller.
3. Make sure that the clearance between the bushing [B] and the bushing
supporter [C] is 0.05 to 0.1 mm as shown.
4. If incorrect, loosen the screw [D] and adjust the clearance by moving the
bushing supporter.
5. After adjustment, make sure that the feed length of the second feed roller
is correct. (The feed length varies with the position of the bushing
supporter.)

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7.7 PAPER FEED ROLLER FEED-LENGTH ADJUSTMENT

[C]

[D]
[B]

93 -- 97 mm

[A]
Purpose: To ensure paper feed to the second paper feed roller.

1. Stack about 100 sheets of 65 g/m2 paper on the paper table.

2. Set the paper feed roller pressure adjusting lever in the upper position.
3. Remove both front and rear covers.
4. Access I/O check mode (See page 4-11).
• Enter "0" in the memory display and "4" in the copy counter.

5. Press the Print Start key to raise the paper table to the correct position.
6. Turn on the paper feed solenoid [A] manually. Then, turn the rollers
counterclockwise by rotating the shaft [B] with a spanner (10 mm).
7. Measure the length of paper fed from the time the paper feed roller starts
rotating until it stops rotating. This feed-length should be 93 to 97 mm.
8. If the feed-length is incorrect, adjust the feed-length by loosening the
hexagon nut [C] mounted on the sector gear. Then, shift the bearing [D]
up or down.
9. After adjustment, repeat steps 5 and 6 again.

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7.8 PAPER FEED SECTOR GEAR STOPPER CLEARANCE

ADJUSTMENT

[A]
[D]

[G]

[I]
0.1 -- 0.5 mm

[F] 0.1 -- 0.3 mm

[H]
[B]
[E]

[C]
Purpose: To ensure that the paper feed roller starts rotating when the paper
feed solenoid turns on and stops rotating when the paper feed
solenoid turns off.

1. Remove the rear cover.

2. With a spanner (10 mm), gradually turn the shaft [A] counterclockwise.
3. Make sure that the clearance between the sector pin [B] and the sector
stopper [C] is 0.1 to 0.3 mm after turning the sector gear [D] fully
clockwise.
4. If the clearance is incorrect, loosen the Allen screws [E] and adjust the
clearance by shifting the sector pin [B].
5. Manually depress the plunger of the paper feed solenoid [F], and make
sure that the clearance between the sector pin [G] and the sector stopper
[H] is 0.1 to 0.5 mm.
6. If the clearance is incorrect, loosen the screws [I] and adjust it by shifting
the paper feed solenoid bracket up or down.

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7.9 SECOND FEED ROLLER SECTOR STOPPER

CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT

[A]

[B]

[E]
0.1 -- 0.3 mm

[C]

[D]

Purpose: To ensure that the second feed roller starts rotating when the
paper feed solenoid turns on and stops rotating when the paper
feed solenoid turns off.

1. Remove the rear cover of the machine.

2. Gradually turn the drum rotating shaft [A] counterclockwise with a
spanner (10 mm).
3. After turning the sector gear [B] fully counterclockwise, make sure that
the clearance between the sector pin [C] and the sector stopper [D] is 0.1
to 0.3 mm.
4. If the clearance is incorrect, loosen the Allen screws [E] and adjust the
clearance between the sector pin and the sector stopper.

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7.10 SECOND FEED ROLLER FEED LENGTH ADJUSTMENT

[B]
85±5 mm

Press Roller

[B]

[C]
[A]

[D]

Purpose: To ensure paper feed between the drum and the pressure roller.

1. Remove the drum unit and the rear cover from the machine.
2. Stack about 100 sheets of 65 g/m2 paper on the paper table.
3. Access I/O check mode (See page 4-11).
• Enter "0" in the memory display and "4" in the copy counter.

4. Press the Print Start key to raise the paper table to the correct position.
5. Turn on the paper feed solenoid and gradually turn the drum rotation
shaft to feed paper by rotating the drum rotation shaft [A] with a spanner
(10 mm).
6. Measure the paper feed length from the time the second feed roller [B]
starts rotating until it stops rotating. This feed length should be 85 ± 5 mm.
7. If it is not, loosen the screws [C] and adjust the feed length by shifting the
second feed roller cam [D] up or down.
8. Check adjustment by repeating steps 5 and 6.
9. After adjustment, retighten the screws [C].

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7.11 SECOND FEED ROLLER FEED TIMING ADJUSTMENT

[D]
[E]

[B]
[C]
[A]

Purpose: To ensure paper feed by regulating the start timing of the second
feed roller.

1. Stack about 100 sheets of 65 g/m2 paper on the table.

2. Set the paper feed roller pressure lever in the upper position.
3. Remove both front and rear covers of the machine.
4. Access I/O check mode (See page 4-11).
• Enter "0" in the memory display and "4" in the copy counter.

5. Press the Print Start key to raise the paper table to the correct position.
6. Set the Image Shifting indicator at "0" position, and turn the drum to the
home position for drum replacement.
7. Set a protractor on the image shifting shaft [A].
• Position the origin of the protractor at the bracket of the master feed
clamper solenoid.
8. Turn on the paper feed solenoid [B] and, using a spanner (10 mm),
gradually turn the drum rotation shaft to feed the paper.
9. Measure the degrees turned when the second feed roller sector gear [C]
starts returning counterclockwise.
This should be 157°.
10. If incorrect, loosen the 2 hexagon bolts [D] located behind the second
feed roller cam [E] and adjust by turning the cam.

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7.12 PAPER FEED ROLLER REPLACEMENT

[B] [A]
[C]
[D]

1. Remove the left clamper [A].

2. Remove the left bushing [B].
3. Remove the paper feed roller shaft [C].
4. Remove the 2 paper feed rollers [D].

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7.13 PAPER FEED ROLLER UNIT REPLACEMENT

[A]
[A]

[B]

1. Remove 2 hexagon screws [A].

2. Remove the clampers [B].
3. Remove the upper paper feed roller unit from the machine by sliding the
shaft to rear.

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7.14 UPPER SEPARATION ROLLER REPLACEMENT

[C]

[B]
[A]

1. Remove the paper feed roller unit from the machine (See page 5-51).
2. Remove the bushing [A].
3. Remove the paper guide disks [B].
4. Remove the upper separation roller [C].

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7.15 SEPARATION PLATE / LOWER SEPARATION ROLLER

REPLACEMENT

[E]

[C]
[D]
[F]

[G]

[A]

[B]

Separation Plate:
1. Remove the separation plate [A] with the spring [B] located under the
separation plate (1 screw).

Lower Separation Roller:

1. Remove the paper feed roller unit from the machine (See page 5-51).
2. Remove the front plate [C] of the paper feed section (4 screws).
Lift up then pull out horizontally.
3. Remove the springs [D] on both sides.
4. Remove the separation levers [E] on both sides (1 screw each).
5. Remove the lower separation roller shaft [F].
6. Remove the lower separation roller [G] (Allen screw).

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8. PRINTING SECTION
8.1 PAPER DETECTING ARM CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT

[E]

[D]

[C]
[B]

0.2~0.4 mm [A]

Purpose: To ensure that printing pressure is applied during paper feed, and
is released correctly afterwards.

1. Remove the rear cover of the machine.

2. Using a spanner (10 mm), gradually turn the drum rotation shaft
counterclockwise to position the bearing of the pressure release arm [A]
on the top of the pressure cam [B].
3. Make sure that the clearance between the paper detecting arm [C] and
the pressure release arm is 0.2 to 0.4 mm.
4. If incorrect, loosen the screws [D] and adjust the clearance by shifting the
paper detecting bracket [E] up or down.
5. After adjustment, confirm the printing pressure ON/OFF mechanism by
monitoring a print run.

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8.2 PRESSURE ROLLER POSITION ADJUSTMENT

Drum

[C]

[D]
0.6 -- 1.0 mm

[F]

[A]

[E]
[B]

Purpose: To ensure that the pressure roller does not contact the clamper
section of the drum.

1. Remove the rear cover of the machine.

2. Using a spanner (10 mm), turn the drum rotation shaft counterclockwise
and position the bearing of the pressure release arm [A] on top of the
pressure cam [B].
3. While holding this condition, make sure that the distance between the
pressure roller [C] and the tip of the clamper [D] is 0.6 to 1.0 mm.
4. If incorrect, loosen the hexagon nut [E] and adjust the clearance by
turning the screw [F].

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8.3 PRESSURE TIMING ADJUSTMENT

[B]
[C]
[A]

Purpose: To ensure that the maximum printing area is within specifications,

and that the ink does not stain the trailing edge.

1. Stack about 100 sheets of 65 g/m2 paper on the table.

2. Set the paper feed roller pressure lever to the upper position.
3. Remove both front and rear covers of the machine.
4. Access I/O check mode (See page 4-11).
• Enter "0" in the memory display and "4" in the copy counter.

5. Press the Print Start key to raise the paper table to the correct position.
6. Set the Image Shifting indicator at "0" position, and turn the drum to the
home position for drum replacement.
7. Set a protractor on the image shifting shaft [A].
• Position the origin of the protractor at the bracket of the master feed
clamper solenoid.

8. Using a spanner (10 mm), turn the drum rotation shaft counterclockwise
while pressing in the plunger of the paper feed solenoid and the printing
pressure solenoid.
9. Turn the drum rotation shaft a little further, and stop it when the pressure
roller begins to contact the drum surface.
10. In the above condition, measure the degrees turned, this should be
225±1 degrees.
11. If incorrect, loosen the screws [B] of the pressure cam [C] and adjust by
turning the pressure cam.

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8.4 PRINTING PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT

Standard Setting:
5 mm for VT2100/VT2300/VT2500
10 mm for VT2130/VT2150

[B]
[A]

Purpose: To make better print results without decreasing the run length.

1. Remove the rear cover of the machine.

2. Adjust the clearance [A] to be 5 mm for VT2100/VT2300/VT2500 (10 mm
for VT2130/VT2150) by turning the adjusting bolt [B].

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8.5 PRINTING PRESSURE STOPPER CLEARANCE

ADJUSTMENT
[C]
[E]

1~2 mm

[D]
[F]

[B]

[A]

Purpose: To ensure that printing pressure stopper is released when paper

feed start, and is locked within one drum rotation when a paper jam
occurs.

NOTE: Perform this adjustment after adjusting the clearance of the paper
detecting arm.

1. Using a spanner (10 mm), gradually turn the drum rotation shaft counter-
clockwise to position the bearing [A] of the pressure release arm on the
top of the pressure cam [B].
2. Manually press in the plunger [C] of the printing pressure solenoid and
confirm that the clearance between the printing pressure ON/OFF lever
[D] and the printing pressure stopper [E] is 1 to 2 mm.
3. If incorrect, loosen the hexagon head screws [F] and adjust the clearance
by moving the printing pressure solenoid.

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8.6 PRESSURE ROLLER REPLACEMENT

[D]
[A]
[C]

[D]

[B]

1. Remove a screw [A].

2. Remove the holding plate [B].
3. Remove the pressure roller [C].
4. Remove both right and left bearings [D] (2 E-rings).

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9. DRUM SECTION
9.1 MAIN DRIVE BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT

[A]

1.5 mm

[B]

[C]

[A]

[B]

Purpose: To ensure that correct main motor rotation is transmitted to the

drum.

1. Remove the rear cover of the machine.

2. Apply a 1000-gram load using a tension gauge to the center of the main
drive belt [A]. Make sure that the belt deflects 1.5 mm.
3. If incorrect, remove the drum unit and adjust the belt tension by moving
the tensioner shaft [B] after loosening the nut [C].
4. After adjustment, tighten the nut completely.

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9.2 DRUM ROTATION SENSOR ADJUSTMENT

[B]

[B] 8±1 mm

[A]

[A]
[C]

Purpose: To ensure correct main motor speed detection.

1. Remove the rear cover of the machine.

2. Make sure that the drum rotation sensor [A] is positioned so that the
pulse disk [B] is inserted into the sensor by 8 ± 1 mm as shown above.
3. If not, loosen the screw [C] securing the sensor bracket and adjust the
sensor bracket position.
4. After adjustment, set a spanner (10 mm) into the drum shaft and rotate
the drum to make sure that the pulse disk does not contact the sensor
during a rotation.

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9.3 PRINTING SPEED ADJUSTMENT:

[A]

VT2300/VT2500 Main Control Board

Purpose: To set the maximum speed at 120 ± 10 rotations/minute.

1. Press the Speed Change key to set the speed at the maximum level.
2. Press the reset key while pressing the "0" key and make sure that the
drum rotation speed is 120 ± 10 rotations/minute.

VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 Only:
3. If not, remove the front cover of the machine and turn on DIP SW 100-6
on the Main Control PCB [A]. Then adjust the speed by turning VR100.

VT2300/VT2500 Only:
3. If not, remove the front cover of the machine and then adjust the speed
by turning VR101 on the Main Control PCB [A].

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9.4 DRUM STOPPER ADJUSTMENT

±1 mm
[B]

[A]

[A]

[C]

Purpose: To ensure that the drum is securely locked when the drum unit is
pulled out.

1. Press the Drum Rotation button to stop the drum at the home position for
drum replacement.
2. Make sure that the distance between the center of the drum lock [A] and
the center of the drum stopper [B] is less than ± 1 mm.
3. If incorrect, loosen the screws [C] and adjust by moving the
drum lock [A].

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9.5 MASTER FEED CLAMPER CAM ADJUSTMENT

[A]

[C]

[B]
[B]

ON= 29±0.5 mm OFF= less than 25 mm

Purpose: To ensure that the master feed clamper is opened during the
master feed process and is closed during other processes.

1. Remove the drum unit from the machine and open the master eject unit.
2. Remove the rear cover of the machine
3. Access I/O check mode (See page 4-11).
• Enter "0" in the memory display and "9" in the copy counter.

4. Press the Print Start key to turn on the master feed clamper solenoid [A].
5. Make sure that the distance between the busing and the edge of the
opening cam [B] is 29±0.5 mm when the master feed clamper solenoid
turns on.
6. If not, loosen the mounting screws [C] and adjust the solenoid position.

CAUTION: Do not turn on the solenoid any longer than 10 seconds.

7. After adjustment, retighten the mounting screws.

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9.6 MASTER EJECT CLAMPER CAM ADJUSTMENT

[A]

[C]

[B]
[B]

ON= 29±0.5 mm OFF= less than 25 mm

Purpose: To position the master eject clamper cam so that the master
clamper opens correctly during the master eject process and
closes correctly for all other processes.

1. Remove the drum unit from the machine and open the master eject unit.
2. Remove the rear cover of the machine.
3. Access I/O check mode (See page 4-11).
• Enter "0" in the memory display and "8" in the copy counter.

4. Press the Print Start key to turn on the master eject clamper solenoid [A].
5. Make sure that the distance between the bushing and the edge of the
opening cam [B] is 29 ± 0.5 mm when the master eject clamper solenoid
turns on.
6. If not, loosen the mounting screws [C] and adjust the position of the
master eject clamper solenoid.

CAUTION: Do not turn on the solenoid any longer than 10 seconds.

5. After adjustment, retighten the mounting screws.

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9.7 INK DETECTING PIN POSITION ADJUSTMENT

[B]

[A]

[D]

7±1 mm
[E]
[C]

[B]
[A]

Purpose: To ensure detection of ink built-up between the ink roller and the
doctor roller.

1. Remove the drum unit.

2. Remove the master clamper.
3. Remove the tetron screen and the metal screens from the drum unit.
4. Remove the ink around the ink roller [A] and the doctor roller [B].
5. Make sure that the distance between the end of detecting pin [C] and the
doctor roller surface is 7 ± 1 mm.
6. If incorrect, loosen the screw [D] and adjust the distance by moving the
ink detecting pin bracket [E].
7. After adjustment, retighten the screw [D].

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9.8 DOCTOR ROLLER CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT

0.08 mm

[B] [A]

Purpose: To equalize the ink thickness around the ink roller and prevent
uneven image.

1. Remove the drum unit.

2. Remove the master clamper.
3. Remove tetron screen and the metal screens from the drum unit.
4. Wipe off the ink around the ink roller and the doctor roller.
5. Insert a 0.08-mm gap gauge between the doctor roller and the ink roller.
Then make sure that a 0.1-mm gauge can not penetrate the gap.
NOTE: Check the gap at the right, center, and left positions.

6. If the gap is not within specifications, loosen the screws [A] on both sides
and adjust the gap by turning the eccentric bushings [B] on both sides.
NOTE: Before adjustment, remove the drive gear located on the operation
side of the doctor roller as the drive gear restricts the adjustment.

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9.9 INK ROLLER UNIT POSITION ADJUSTMENT

[B]

[A]
[D]

[C]

Purpose: To ensure that the pressure of the pressure roller is applied evenly
to the ink roller (the difference in distance from the center to either
end should be less ± 0.5 mm).

1. Remove the drum unit from the machine.

2. Remove the tetron and the metal screens from the drum unit.
3. Loosen the bolts [A] and the screws [B] that secure the ink roller unit to
the drum shaft.
4. Insert the drum gauge [C] in the holes in both side plates of the drum unit
and the ink roller unit.
NOTE: The part number of the drum gauge is C2009001.

5. In the above condition, tighten the bolts [A] and the screws [B] so that the
thrust play of the flange [D] is 0.05 to 0.2 mm.

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9.10 INK SUPPLY SOLENOID POSITION ADJUSTMENT

[B]

0.5 -- 1 mm [A]
[B]
[E]
[C]

[D]

Purpose: To ensure that the clutch sleeve is released by the stopper when
the ink supply solenoid [A] turns on.

1. Remove the drum unit from the machine.

2. Remove the front cover of the drum unit.
3. Press in the solenoid plunger by hand and make sure that the distance
between the stopper [B] and the clutch sleeve [C] is 0.5 mm to 1.0 mm as
shown.
4. If incorrect, loosen the screw [D] and adjust the distance by moving the
solenoid bracket [E].
5. After adjustment, retighten the screw [D].

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9.11 DRUM LOCK SOLENOID ADJUSTMENT:

VT2300/VT2500

[A]

[D]

0~0.3 mm
[B]

[C]

Solenoid OFF Solenoid ON

Purpose : To prevent the drum unit from being removed when it is not at the
original drum position.

1. Install the drum unit in the machine.

2. Access I/O check mode (See page 4-11).
• Enter "0" in the memory display and "34" in the copy counter.

3. Press the Print Start key to turn on the drum lock solenoid [A].
4. Make sure that the drum lock arm [B] and the stopper [C] are no further
than 0.3 mm apart when the solenoid turns on.
5. If the drum and the stopper are too far apart, loosen the 2 screws [D] and
adjust the drum lock solenoid position.

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9.12 MASTER DETECTING SENSOR ADJUSTMENT:

VT2300/VT2500 [A]

[C]

[B]

1. Remove the front cover.

2. Remove the master [A] from the drum. Then, confirm that the voltage
between TP101 and GND (CN103-5) is 0.9±0.1V when no master is on
the drum.
3. If the voltage is outside the specified range, adjust VR103 [B] on the main
control board [C].
4. Place a master on the drum.
NOTE: Make sure the master leading edge is clamped to the drum
clamper and that the master [A] is wrapped correctly on the drum.
5. Make sure that the voltage between TP101 and GND (CN103-5) on the
main control board is 3.0V or higher.

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9.13 INK DETECTION ADJUSTMENT

CH1
(Standard Signal) VR901
+0.5 [B ]
4 µsec 0 µsec

CH2
TP1
(Detection Signal) TP2

TP--12
[A]

Purpose: To ensure correct detection of a no ink condition when all the ink
has been consumed.

1. Remove the rear cover of the machine.

2. Position SW901 [A] on the ink detecting board to the oil type (upper)
position.
3. Connect the CH1 probe of an oscilloscope to TP1, the CH2 probe to TP2
and the GND lead to TP-12V. Select the 5 microsecond range.
4. Install a drum with no ink or remove the ink cartridge and make prints
until the Add Ink is displayed (the ink detecting pin is not in contact with
the ink).
5. Make sure that the waveform is as shown above when the ink detecting
pin is not in contact with the ink.
• This adjustment should be made under normal conditions (20°C/65%
RH).
NOTE: The period of the waveform varies inversely with temperature.
(High temp. → reduced period. Low temp. → increased period )

6. If incorrect, adjust the ON timing of the detection signal using VR901 [B]
on the ink detecting board.

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9.14 SCREEN REPLACEMENT

[A]

[B]

[C]

[D]

[E]

1. Remove the drum unit from the machine.

2. Remove the 2 springs [A].
3. Remove the front screen plate [B] (2 screws).
4. Remove the tetron screens [C] from the drum.
5. Remove the front screen plate [D] and the rear screen plate [E].

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9.15 DRUM DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT

[C]
[A]

[B]

Removal:
1. Set the image position to "0" by turning off and on the main switch.
2. Turn off the main switch and unplug the power supply cord.
3. Remove the drum unit.
4. Remove the rear cover.
5. Remove the center support side plate [A] (5 screws).
6. Remove the lower support side plate [B] (4 screws).
7. Remove the upper support side plate [C] (6 screws).

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[H]

[G]

[F]

[E]

[D]

[B]
[C]
[A]

VT2100/2130/2150 Only:
8. Remove the drive gear [A] and the bearing (2 Allen screws).
NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the drive gear on the VT2300 and the
VT2500 because these models use a timing relay belt [B].

9. Remove the relay gear assembly [C].

10. Loosen the 2 hexagon bolts [D] and remove the pressure cam drive gear
[E].
11. Remove the timing gear assembly [F].
12. Remove the belt tension bearings [G] (1 E-ring).
13. Replace the drum drive belt [H].

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[I]
[J]

[K] [H]

[C] [A]

[D]

[E] [F]
[B]

[G]

Assembly:
1. Install the pressure cam drive gear [A].
NOTE: Make sure that the top part of the pressure cam points to the right
[B].

2. Install the relay gear assembly [C].

3. Install the relay belt [D] (VT2300/VT2500 only).
4. Install the drive gear [E] (VT2100/VT2130/VT2150 only).
5. Install the lower support side plate [F].
6. Adjust the drum drive belt position so that the hexagon bolt [G] can be
seen through the hole in the lower support side plate when the drum drive
gear [H] is at drum home position. (The notch cut in the plate [I] lines up
with the gap between the two teeth [J] on the drum drive gear. Also, the
hole [K] in the drum drive gear lines up with a hole in the rear side plate
→ Check by inserting a long screwdriver.)
NOTE: These are the only teeth on the drum drive gear that are not
backed by the metal plate on the rear side of the drum drive gear.

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[I] [G]

[H]

[J]

[A]

[D]

[B] [F]

[E]
[C]

7. Install the belt tension bearings [A] (1 E-ring).

8. Adjust the position of both feed cams [B] by inserting a long screwdriver
[C] as shown through the holes in the feed cams and the rear side plate.
9. Install the timing gear assembly [D] with the two bearings [E].
10. Install the upper support side plate [F].
11. Confirm the position of the cams by inserting a long screwdriver as shown
through the holes in the upper support side plate, the feed cams, and the
rear side plate.
12. Confirm that the center of the slot [G] in the second feed cam is aligned
with the lower side of the bearing shaft [H].
NOTE: Push down lightly on the second feed cam to remove any play in
the cam gear.

13. Make prints to check the registration.

14. It the registration is off by more than 9 mm, repeat steps 8 to 13. If the
registration is only off by a few millimeters, loosen the two bolts [J] with a
spanner (8 mm) and adjust the second feed cam position.
X direction: Image on the prints is shifted up.
Y direction: Image on the prints is shifted down
15. Install the center support side plate.

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10. PAPER DELIVERY

10.1 FIRST PAPER EXIT SENSOR ADJUSTMENT

[A]

[D]

[C]

[B]

VT2300/VT2500 Main Control Board

Purpose : To ensure that the sensor detects correct paper delivery and that
the jam indicator blinks after an exit misfeed or a paper wrap
occurs.

1. Remove the front cover from the machine.

2. Place a sheet of 65 g/m2 paper 30 mm above the first paper exit sensor
[A] and make sure that VR105 [B] for VT2300/VT2500 (VR102 for
VT2100/VT2130/VT2150) is set to the ON/OFF threshold of LED 103 [C].
3. If incorrect, adjust the sensor sensitivity by turning VR105 for
VT2300/VT2500 (VR102 for VT2100/VT2130/VT2150) on the main
control board [D].

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10.2 SECOND PAPER EXIT SENSOR ADJUSTMENT

[D]

[A]

[C]
[B]

VT2300/VT2500 Main Control Board

Purpose : To ensure that the sensor detects correct paper delivery and that
the jam indicator blinks and the machine stops when a paper wrap
or exit misfeed occurs

1. Remove the front cover from the machine.

2. Confirm the following items:
a. When the shelter plate is removed and the master eject unit is closed,
LED104 [A] for VT2300/VT2500 (LED101 for
VT2100/VT2130/VT2150) is OFF.
b. When the shelter plate is installed and the master eject unit is closed,
LED104 [A] for VT2300/VT2500 (LED101 for
VT2100/VT2130/VT2150) is OFF.
c. When a sheet of paper is positioned over the second paper exit sensor
[B] and is in contact with the shelter plate, LED104 for
VT2300/VT2500 (LED101 for VT2100/VT2130/VT2150) is ON.
3. If any of the above items is incorrect, adjust the sensor by turning VR102
[C] for VT2300/VT2500 (VR101 for VT2100/VT2130/VT2150) on the main
control board [D].

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10.3 EXIT PAWL CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT

[C]

[B] [A]

0.3 -- 0.5 mm

Purpose: To ensure that the printing paper is delivered without paper wrap or
damage to the screen.

1. Remove the rear cover of the machine.

2. Manually turn on the paper feed and the printing pressure solenoids.
Using a spanner (10 mm), gradually rotate the drum rotation shaft
counterclockwise to move the exit pawl [A] to the drum.
3. Make sure that the clearance between the drum and the exit pawl is 0.3
to 0.5 mm when the exit pawl is at the position closest to the drum.
4. If incorrect, open the master eject box and loosen the hexagon nut [B] of
the exit pawl drive arm. Then adjust the clearance by turning the screw
[C].
5. Check adjustment by repeating steps 2 and 3.

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10.4 EXIT PAWL TIMING ADJUSTMENT

[B]

[D]

[A]

[C]
[E]

Purpose: To ensure that the exit pawl does not contact the master clamper.

1. Remove the rear cover of the machine.

2. Press the Image Shifting key to give a maximum white area at the paper
leading edge (image shift position set to "--2").
3. Stack 65 g/m2 paper on the paper table.
4. Access I/O Check mode (See page 4-11).
• Enter "0" in the memory display and "4" in the copy counter.

5. Press the Print Start key to raise the paper table to the correct position.
6. Manually turn on the paper feed and the printing pressure solenoids.
Using a spanner (10 mm), gradually rotate the drum rotation shaft
counterclockwise at a constant speed.
7. While rotating, make sure that the exit pawl [A] does not contact the
master clamper [B] and that the exit pawl approaches the drum before the
leading edge of the printing paper exits.
8. If incorrect, loosen the hexagon nut [C] and hexagon bolt [E] and adjust
the exit pawl position by turning the hexagon bolt [D].
9. Check adjustment by repeating step 7 with the image position shifted to
both maximum forward and maximum backward directions.

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10.5 DELIVERY TABLE REPLACEMENT

[B]

[A]

1. Open the delivery table.

2. Remove the leaf spring [A] for GND located under the table (1 screw)
3. Remove the stoppers [B] (2 screws each).
4. Remove the delivery table.

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10.6 VACUUM UNIT REPLACEMENT

[D]

[A]
[B]

[C]
[E]

1. Remove both front and rear covers of the machine.

2. Remove the antistatic brush bracket [A] (4 screws).
3. Remove the harness clamp [B] (1 screw).
4. Disconnect the sensor connectors [C].
5. Disconnect the vacuum motor connector [D].
6. Remove the vacuum unit [E] (2 screws).

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10.7 DELIVERY BELT/PAPER EXIT SENSORS

REPLACEMENT
[H]

[A]
[G]

[D]

[E]

[F]

[B]
[C]

1. Remove the vacuum unit (See page 5-83).

2. Remove the 2 screws [A] securing the vacuum guide plate.
3. Remove the tension roller [B] (2 screws).
4. Remove the bearing [C] (1 E-ring).
5. Disconnect the first paper exit sensor connector [D].
6. Remove the delivery belts [E].
7. Disconnect the second paper exit sensor connector [F].
8. Turn the vacuum guide plate [G] over.
9. Replace the paper exit sensors [H] (2 screws each).

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10.8 VACUUM MOTOR REPLACEMENT

[B]

[C]

[A]

1. Remove the vacuum unit (See page 5-83).

2. Turn the vacuum unit [A] over.
3. Loosen the 4 hexagon bolts [B].
4. Remove the vacuum motor [C].

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1. ELECTRICAL COMPONENT TROUBLE

Component Condition Phenomenon
10 A Fuse Machine does not work. (No indicators on the
Open
(Power Supply PCB) operation panel turn on.)
2.5 A Fuse Cover open indicator blinks when the main switch
Open
(AC Drive PCB) is turned on.
+24 V (CN510-1 on Buzzer sounds and the machine does not work.
No output
Power Supply PCB)
+24 V (CN504-1 on Nothing happens when the main switch is turned
Power Supply PCB) on; when the Master Making key is pressed, the
No output master feed motor fails to turn on and the "C" and
jam indicators blink.

+24 V (CN504-2 on Nothing happens when the main switch is turned

Power Supply PCB) on; when the Master Making key is pressed, the
No output master feed motor fails to turn on and the "C" and
jam indicators blink.

SEOH (CN503-1 on When the main switch is turned on, E04 is

No output
Power Supply PCB) displayed.
+12 V (CN503-2 on Machine functions are correct, but the image is
No output
Power Supply PCB) almost completely black.
+12 V (CN503-3 on Counter indicator is not displayed. (Only the
Power Supply PCB) No output reduction and image mode indicators are
displayed.)
--12 V (CN503-4 on Machine functions are correct, but the image is
Power Supply PCB) almost completely black. When the Print Start key
No output
is pressed, the add ink indicators and "D"
blink after 20 rotations even though ink is present.
+5 V (CN503-5 on Nothing There is no output at Pins 5 and 6,
No output
Power Supply PCB) happens and the drum rotates at high speed
+5 V (CN503-6 on Nothing after the main switch is turned on.
No output
Power Supply PCB) happens
+12 V (CN103-2 on Counter indicator is not displayed (Only the
Main PCB) No input reduction and image mode indicators are
displayed.)
+5 V (CN103-3 on No indicators turn on.
No input
Main PCB)
--12 V (CN103-6 on Machine functions are correct, but when the Print
Main PCB) Start key is pressed, the add ink indicators
No input
and "D" blink after 20 rotations even though ink is
present.
1st Original Sensor First original can be printed correctly, but the jam
(VT2300/VT2500 Only) ON condition indicators "A" and blinks during the next
(Not interrupted) master process when the ADF drive motor turns
on.
When the Master Making key is pressed, the jam
OFF condition
indicators "A" and blinks.
(Interrupted)

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Component Condition Phenomenon

2nd Original Sensor When the main switch is turned on, the jam
ON condition
indicators "A" and blink and reset is
(Not interrupted)
impossible.
The original is not inserted automatically, and the
jam indicators "A" and blink when the
Master Making key is pressed
(VT2100/2130/2150).
OFF condition The original is fed when the Master Making key is
(Interrupted) pressed, but the leading edge of the original is
damaged because the original transport motor
fails to turn on. The "A" and jam indicators
blink (VT2300/VT2500).

Original Registration After the master making process is finished, the

ON condition
Sensor Jam indicators "A" and blink.
(Not interrupted)
The original is fed until the leading edge of the
OFF condition original goes 5 cm past the exposure glass, then
(Interrupted) jam indicators "A" and blink.

Master Eject Switch After the master is ejected and one sheet of
(Sensor) ON condition paper (trial print) is delivered, the jam indicators
(Not interrupted) "F" and blink and reset is impossible.

When the master is being ejected, the jam

OFF condition
indicators "F" and blink.
(Interrupted)
Pressure Plate The pressure plate does not go up. After one
ON condition
Position Switch sheet of paper (trial print) is delivered, the
(Feeler is
indicators "F" and blink.
actuated)
OFF condition When the main switch is turned on, the pressure
(Feeler is not plate keeps moving up and down.
actuated)
Full Master Detecting ON condition When the master eject box is full, the indicators
Switch (Feeler is "F" and do not blink.
actuated)
OFF condition After master ejecting is finished, the indicators "F"
(Feeler is not and blink.
actuated)
Paper Table Lower ON condition The paper table does not go down.
Limit Sensor (Interrupted)
OFF condition When the paper feed table goes down and stops,
(Not interrupted) the cover open indicator blinks.
Paper Table Safety ON condition When the main switch is turned on, the cover
Switch (Feeler is open indicator blinks.
actuated)
OFF condition If paper table lower limit sensor is faulty, the
(Feeler is not paper table moves all the way down and locks.
actuated)

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Component Condition Phenomenon

Paper Table Height When the paper feed table goes up, it does not
ON condition
Sensor stop at the proper position and E-02 lights.
(Interrupted)
The paper feed table does not go up. When
OFF condition
printing starts, jam indicators "B" and blink.
(Not interrupted)
Paper End Sensor When there is no paper on the paper feed table,
ON condition the Print Start key can be activated, but jam
(Not interrupted) indicators "B" and blink.

Though there is paper on the paper table, paper

OFF condition
end indicators "B" and blink.
(Not interrupted)
Pressure Sensor After one sheet of paper is printed, the machine
ON condition stops. At that time, the counter does not count
(Interrupted) down and jam indicators "B" and blink.

When the main switch is turned on, jam indicators

OFF condition
"B" and blink and cannot be reset.
(Not interrupted)
First Paper Exit When the main switch is turned on, the machine
ON condition
Sensor stops and jam indicators "G" and blink.
(Paper exists)
OFF condition After one sheet of paper is printed, the machine
(Paper does not stops and jam indicators "B", "E", and blink.
exist)
Second Paper Exit When the main switch is turned on, jam indicators
ON condition
Sensor "G" and blink.
(Paper exists)
OFF condition After one sheet of paper is printed, the machine
(Paper does not stops and jam indicators "E" and blink.
exist)
Paper Feed Solenoid The paper is not fed and jam indicators "B" and
OFF condition
blink.
Drum Rotation Sensor The drum begins to rotate when the main switch
ON condition is turned on. E06 lights when the Master Making
(Interrupted) key is pressed or when the Print Start key is
pressed.
The drum begins to rotate when the main switch
OFF condition is turned on. E06 lights when the Master Making
(Not interrupted) key is pressed or when the Print Start key is
pressed.
Master End Sensor Normal operation when master is present.
Master end is not detected; Master End indicators
ON condition
"C" and do not blink and jam indicators "C"
(Actuated)
and blink.

Even if the master is present, the Master End

OFF condition
indicators "C" and blink.
(Not actuated)

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Component Condition Phenomenon

Right Cutter Switch ON condition Master is not cut. (Cutter unit does not move at
(Rear) (Feeler is all.)
actuated)
OFF condition When the master is cut, indicator "E-01" lights. At
(Feeler is not that time the cutter does not return to the front.
actuated)
Left Cutter Switch ON condition Master is not cut. (Cutter unit does not return
(Front) (Feeler is from the rear.)
actuated)
OFF condition When the main switch is turned on, indicator
(Feeler is not "E-01" lights.
actuated)
First Drum Position OFF condition When the main switch is turned on, the drum
Sensor (Not interrupted)
starts rotating and it cannot be stopped.
* Print (When the Print Start key is pressed)
1. After one sheet of paper is fed, the drum
continues to rotate and paper feed stops.
2. The machine does not stop when the Stop
key is pressed.
3. Paper feed and delivery jams are not
ON condition
detected.
(Interrupted)
* Master making (When the Master Making
key is pressed)
1. After the new master is wrapped around the
drum and one sheet of paper (trial print) is
delivered, the drum does not stop rotating.
The Stop key does not work.
Second Drum Position * Print (When the Print Start key is pressed)
Sensor 1. The paper feed solenoid does not work and
the Stop key does not work.
OFF condition
* Master making (When the Master Making
(Not interrupted)
key is pressed)
1. When the Master Making key is pressed, the
drum starts rotating and cannot be stopped.
* Print (When the Print Start key is pressed.)
1. Paper feed solenoid does not work and drum
continues to rotate.
* Idling time (Reset key + 0 key)
ON condition
1. Drum does not stop rotating.
(Interrupted)
* Master eject
1. When the Master Making key is pressed,
master eject indicators "F" and blink
and the master is not ejected.
Master Buckle Sensor When the main switch is turned on, jam indicators
ON condition "C" and blink and cannot be reset.

Original feeding and master feeding stops

OFF condition halfway, and jam indicators "C" and blink.

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VT2300/VT2500 only:
Component Condition Phenomenon
Paper Size Detection * A4 : Master making length is 247mm
Always ON
Sensor 1 (B5 lengthwise).
(Paper
detected) * LT : Master making length is 10.6"
(LT lengthwise).
* A4 : Master making length is 172mm
OFF (Paper (B5 sideways).
not detected) * LT : Master making length is 8.1"
(HLT lengthwise).
Paper Size Detection * A4 : Master making length is 172mm
Sensor 2 Always ON (B5 sideways).
(Paper exists) * LT : Master making length is 8.1"
(HLT lengthwise).
* A4 : Master making length is 247mm
OFF (Paper (B5 lengthwise).
not detected) * LT : Master making length is 10.6"
(LT lengthwise).
Paper Size Detection * A4 : Master making length is 172mm
Always ON
Sensor 3 (B5 sideways).
(Paper
detected) * LT: Master making length is 8.1"
(HLT lengthwise).
* A4 : Master making length is 287mm
OFF (Paper (A4 lengthwise).
not detected) * LT : Master making length is 13.6"
(LG lengthwise).
Drum Master Detection Master is on the drum: machine works correctly.
Sensor Master is not on the drum: indicators F and
Always ON
blink during the master eject process. Printing
(Sensor
starts when the Print Start key is pressed, but
always
indicators "E", "B", and soon turn on and
detects white)
the machine stops.

Master is on the drum: two masters are

OFF
wrapped on the drum.
(Sensor
Master is not on the drum: master is wrapped
always
correctly on the drum, but the "M" indicator
detects black)
blinks when the Print Start key is pressed.

* Refer to the next page.

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A4 version :
Paper Size Detection Sensor Image Length (Master Making Length)
SN1 SN2 SN3 172 mm 247 mm 287 mm 354 mm
OFF OFF OFF o
ON OFF OFF o
OFF ON OFF o
ON ON OFF o
OFF OFF ON o
ON OFF ON o
OFF ON ON o
ON ON ON o
LT version :
Paper Size Detection Sensor Image Length (Master Making Length)
8.1" 10.6" 13.6" 13.9"
SN1 SN2 SN3
(205.9mm) (269.4mm) (345.6mm) (354mm)
OFF OFF OFF o
ON OFF OFF o
OFF ON OFF o
ON ON OFF o
OFF OFF ON o
ON OFF ON o
OFF ON ON o
ON ON ON o

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2. TROUBLESHOOTING
2.1 IMAGE TROUBLE

1. No image, white lines, uneven image on copy

Does the image created on the master match the original?

No Yes

Not enough ink supplied to the drum?

No Yes

No ink supplied even though ink supply solenoid is

energized?

No Yes
Check the ink supply mechanism.
Check the ink detection circuit. (See page 5-72.)

Are drum screens clogged with dried ink? (Printer has not been
used for a long time.)

No Yes
Clean or replace the drum screens. (See page 5-73.)

Has the ink inside the drum separated? (Ink was in storage for a
long time.)

No Yes
Install a new ink cartridge.

Insufficient printing pressure applied to drum?

Yes
Check the printing pressure mechanism.

Sheet of paper wrapped under the master or two masters wrapped

around the drum?
No Yes
Remove the paper or the extra master from the drum.

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Are you using the new VT master? (more sensitive)

Yes No
Use the VT master.

Has the platten roller been mounted correctly on the thermal head?
Yes No
Tighten the two knobs securing the platten roller and
adjust the platten roller pressure evenly.

Make prints in Test Pattern mode and check the image. (See page 4-17.)

Does the same problem still occur with the test pattern?
Yes No
A/D conversion board, CCD board, or
image processing board is defective.
Thermal head, thermal head drive board, or
image processing board is defective.

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2. Print image is enlarged or reduced in the paper feed direction

Original Lengthened Shortened

Is the print image larger than the original in the paper feed direction?
No Yes

Is the original transport motor functioning normally?

Yes No
Check the original transport motor.

Are the drive belts in the original feed section adjusted to the
correct tension?
Yes No
Adjust the belt tension. (See page 5-3.)

Are any of the pulleys and/or gears in the original feed section
loose?
No
Tighten the screws securing the pulleys and/or gears.

Is the print image smaller than the original in the paper feed direction?
Yes

Is the master feed motor functioning normally?

Yes No
Check the master feed motor.

Are the drive belts in the master feed section adjusted to the
correct tension?
Yes No
Adjust the belt tension. (See page 5-24.)

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Are any of the pulleys and/or gears in the original feed section
loose?
Yes
Tighten the screws securing the pulleys and/or the
gears.

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2.2 PAPER FEED TROUBLE

1. No paper is fed from the paper table.

Are the paper feed rollers turning normally?

No Yes

Does the paper feed table raise when the Print Start key is
pressed?
Yes No
Check the paper table drive motor,
paper height sensor, and AC drive board.

Has the surface of the paper feed roller been damaged?

Yes
Replace the roller. (See page 5-50.)

Has the timing belt slipped off the paper feed roller pulley?
No Yes
Put belt back on.

Has the plunger of the paper feed solenoid been pulled out?
Yes No

Is there enough clearance between the paper feed sector gear

stopper and the stopper pin?
Yes No
Adjust the clearance. (See page 5-46.)

Is the paper feed solenoid energized?

No
Check the paper feed solenoid
and the main control board.

Is the paper feed sector gear turning normally?

Yes No
Check the sector gear mechanism.

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Is the one-way clutch on the paper feed roller shaft slipping? (Paper is
often not fed forward at high printing speeds.)
Yes
Lightly sand the roller shaft surface with fine sandpaper
(increases the coefficient of friction) and replace the clutch.

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2. Paper leading edge jams under the second feed roller.

Does the upper second feed roller contact the lower second feed roller
and are both rollers tuning normally?
Yes No

Is the second feed sector gear turning normally?

Yes No
Check the clearance between the second feed sector
gear stopper and the stopper pin. (See page 5-47.)

Is the one-way clutch on the lower second feed roller shaft slip-
ping? (Paper jams frequently at high printing speeds.)
Yes
Lightly sand the roller shaft surface with fine
sandpaper (increases the coefficient of friction)
and replace the clutch.

Is the paper detecting pin moving normally?

Yes No
Adjust the position of the paper detecting pin. (See page 5-54.)

Is any paper stuck between the second guide plates?

No Yes

Remove the paper.

Are the second guide plates at the correct height?

No

Adjust the height of the plates. (See page 5-43.)

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3. Paper leading edge jams under the drum.

Is the printing pressure correctly applied to the drum?

Yes No

Does the printing pressure solenoid turn on?

Yes No
Check the solenoid in I/O check mode.

Is the clearance between the printing pressure stopper and the

stopper pin correct?
No
Adjust the clearance. (See page 5-58.)

Is the printing pressure timing correct?

Yes No
Adjust the timing. (See page 5-56.)

Is the paper detecting pin moving normally?

Yes No
Adjust the pin position. (See page 5-54.)

Is the upper second feed roller moving normally? (The upper second feed
roller should move up when the pressure roller contacts the drum.)

No

Adjust the roller up/down timing.

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4. Paper frequently jams or is not fed during high speed printing. (Does
not occur at low printing speeds.) .

Is the surface of the paper feed roller damaged or defective?

No Yes
Replace the roller. (See page 5-51.)

Is the timing belt of the paper feed roller slipping?

No Yes
Adjust the belt tension.

Is the one-way clutch installed on the paper feed roller shaft slipping?
No Yes
Lightly sand the paper feed roller shaft with
fine sandpaper and replace the one-way clutch.

Is there enough clearance between the paper detecting arm and the
pressure release arm?
Yes No
Adjust the clearance. (See page 5-54.)

Is the printing pressure cam timing correct? (Otherwise, the maximum

printing area cannot be created.)
No
Adjust the cam timing. (See page 5-56.)

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