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- HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 1
Service Manual HP DesignJet 230, HP DesignJet 250C, HP DesignJet 330 and HP DesignJet 350C Plotters - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 2
purpose. HewlettĆPackard shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material. WARNING The procedures described in this manual are to be performed by HPĆqualified service personnel only - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 3
Service Manual HP DesignJet 230, HP DesignJet 250C, HP DesignJet 330 and HP DesignJet 350C Plotters - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 4
HP DesignJet series of largeĆformat, thermalĆinkjet plotters. Part Numbers Part numbers for plotter options, accessories and service parts are located in chapter 10. Conventions This manual contains information for the monochrome HP DesignJet 230 and 330 plotters and the color HP DesignJet - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 5
RollĆfeed 1Ć4 Upgrading a DesignJet 330 1Ć4 Media 1Ć4 2 Site Planning and Requirements Power Requirements 2Ć2 Choosing an Interface Cable (more ' User's Guide 2Ć2 Choosing a Suitable Plotter Environment (more ' User's Guide 2Ć3 Environmental Specifications 2Ć3 Plotter Dimensions and Weight - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 6
the Plotter (more ' User's Guide 3Ć12 Using the Plotter (more ' Quick Reference Guide 3Ć12 DesignJet 230 Front Panel 3Ć12 DesignJet 250C Front Panel 3Ć12 DesignJet 330 Front Panel 3Ć13 DesignJet 350C Front Panel 3Ć13 ThirdĆParty Inks and OffĆAxis Ink Systems 3Ć14 Configuring the Plotter 3Ć14 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 7
Edges 5Ć7 Line Sensor 5Ć7 Providing Ink 5Ć7 Print Cartridges 5Ć7 Distance between Carriage and Media 5Ć7 Producing an Image 5Ć8 PrintĆMode Characteristics 5Ć8 Servicing the Cartridges 5Ć11 Service Station 5Ć11 Spittoon 5Ć11 Primer 5Ć11 Plotter Architecture 5Ć12 Electronics Module 5Ć13 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 8
ĆLever Support 6Ć31 Removing the Overdrive Roller 6Ć32 Removing the Back Cover 6Ć33 Removing the Trailing Cable 6Ć34 Repositioning the Trailing Cable 6Ć35 Removing the TrailingĆCable Guide 6Ć36 Removing the Cartridge Carriage 6Ć37 Removing the Drive Belt 6Ć39 Removing the DriveĆBelt Pulley - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 9
7Ć7 ServiceĆMode 2 (DesignJet 350C 7Ć7 Accuracy Calibrations 7Ć8 Adjusting the CarriageĆtoĆMedia Distance 7Ć11 8 Troubleshooting PowerĆOn 8Ć2 Self Test and Initialization 8Ć2 What You Should See and Hear 8Ć3 FrontĆPanel LEDs 8Ć5 Error Codes for the DesignJet 230 and 250C Plotters 8Ć6 No - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 10
330 and 350C 8Ć50 Printing the Service Configuration Plot 8Ć51 Service Monitor (Data Display 8Ć52 Servo/Encoder Test 8Ć53 Clearing the EEROM for the DesignJet 230 and 250C 8Ć54 Clearing the EEROM for the DesignJet 330 and 350C 8Ć55 PrintĆQuality Troubleshooting 8Ć56 PrintĆQuality Plot 8Ć56 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 11
Left End 10Ć10 CarriageĆAxis (Right End 10Ć12 Service Station, Primer, Spittoon 10Ć14 Media Entry Path 10Ć16 Bail and Overdrive 10Ć18 PinchĆArm Assembly 10Ć22 RollĆFeed Assembly 10Ć24 Accessories 10Ć26 Interface Cables 10Ć29 11 Support Services HewlettĆPackard support services in the United - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 12
refer to manual): the product is marked with this symbol when it is necessary for the user to refer to the instruction manual described in the installation (operating) manual, and before operating the equipment. Frame to cut yourself on the encoder strip inside the plotter. C A U T I O N The - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 13
1 Product Information 1Ć1 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 14
are supplied with the plotters: D AutoCAD for DOS D AutoCAD for Windows D MicroSoft Windows Applications (Other application software ' User's Guide, chapter 1.) Graphic Languages The plotters accept drawing data in the following graphic languages: D HewlettĆPackard Graphics Language (HPĆGL - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 15
5, w Input/Output Interfaces.) Network Connections You can connect the plotters to a network through an optional HP JetDirect EX or HP JetDirect EX Plus3 external print server. The range of network operating systems that are supported are as follows: Local Area Network Network Operating System - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 16
330 Users can order an upgrade kit to upgrade a DesignJet 330 to a Designjet 350C. The kit can be installed by the user. For additional information ' User's Guide, chapter 6. Media Types (See also ' HP Media Reference Guide) Monochrome Plotting Color Plotting Plain paper and plotter paper Plain - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 17
DesignJet 230 and 250C plotters handle only sheet media, not roll media. 330 350C The DesignJet 330 and 350C plotters handle sheet media and roll media. Sheet media must not exceed the maxima and minima shown here: 210 - 1625 mm 8.3 - 64 in D/A1-size plotters 210 - 625 mm 8.3 - 24 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 18
Notes 1Ć6 Product Information C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 19
2 Site Planning and Requirements 2Ć1 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 20
' Service Manual, chapter 5, w Input/Output Interfaces.) 230 250C (Pin specifications ' User's Guide, chapter 5, w Interface specifications.) 330 350C (Pin specifications ' User's Guide, chapter 10, w Interface specifications.) (Cable part numbers ' Service Manual, chapter - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 21
Choosing a Suitable Plotter Environment (Instructions ' User's Guide, chapter 1, w Position the plotter.) Hardware: Operating environment: Plotter With cartridges and media: Environmental Specifications Environmental Class B2 Temperature 0 to 55_C (32 to 131_F) 15 to 35_C (59 to 95_F) Relative - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 22
Notes 2Ć4 Site Planning and Requirements C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 23
3 Installation and Configuration 3Ć1 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 24
the plotter arrives at the user site: 1 Inspect the shipping container for damage. If the shipping container shows signs of damage, retain it until you have checked the contents of the shipment and verified the performance of the plotter. 2 Unpack and assemble the plotter, following the series of - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 25
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transit, notify the carrier and the nearest HP Sales and Support Office. Retain the shipping container and insulation material for the carrier's inspection. The Sales and Support Office will arrange for the repair or replacement of the plotter. Repacking the Plotter You can order a repacking kit if - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 27
Assembling the Legs (Optional) If the user has purchased the optional legs for the plotter, assemble them following the series of illustrations below: E/A0Ćsize plotters only. C4699Ć90000 Installation and Configuration 3Ć5 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 28
3Ć6 Installation and Configuration C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 29
∼32Kg (∼71 lb) E/A0Ćsize plotters only. C4699Ć90000 Installation and Configuration 3Ć7 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 30
330 350C Assembling the RollĆFeed Assembly (Optional) If the user has purchased the optional rollĆfeed assembly for the plotter, assemble it following the series of illustrations below: 3Ć8 Installation and Configuration C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 31
2 1 C4699Ć90000 Installation and Configuration 3Ć9 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 32
3Ć10 Installation and Configuration C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 33
C4699Ć90000 Installation and Configuration 3Ć11 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 34
the Plotter (Instructions ' User's Guide, chapter 1, Setting up the plotter.) Using the Plotter (Instructions ' Quick Reference Guide.) DesignJet 230 Front Panel Setup Read Settings Align Cartridges Replot Paper or vellum or translucent Film Cartridge Fast Normal Both ON = Best Error Load - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 35
DesignJet 330 Front Panel SETUP REPLOT FORM FEED CONTINUE PLOTTING Load Media DesignJet 350C Front Panel SETUP REPLOT FORM FEED CONTINUE PLOTTING Load Media C4699Ć90000 Installation and Configuration 3Ć13 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 36
Ćaxis ink systems (or any other nonĆsupported HP supply or accessory), the repair will NOT be covered under HP's warranty or maintenance contract. In such cases, standard time and material charges will be applied to service the plotter or printer. Configuring the Plotter The User's Guide describes - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 37
250C Example of Setup Sheet The following is a scaled version of a DesignJet 250C setup sheet (setup sheet for Designjet 230 is very similar): HP DesignJet 250C Setup Sheet 1. Language English Français Deutsch Español Italiano Português 1 Current setting= Desired setting= Pencil or black - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 38
330 350C Example of Setup Sheet The following is a scaled version of a DesignJet 350C setup sheet (setup sheet for Designjet 330 is very similar): 350C Software 3Ć16 Installation and Configuration C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 39
4 Preventive Maintenance 4Ć1 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 40
main roller as a reference, wait until the plotter is completely dry before using it again. (Other environmental specifications ' chapter 2.) Level of Plotter Usage To achieve good performance and long lifetime of the HP DesignJet 230/250C and HP DesignJet 330/350C plotters, users should limit use - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 41
factory spittoon value is reset to 0% used. Keep in mind that the value printed on the service configuration plot may greatly underestimate the amount of ink in the spittoon. Future PCĆbased plotter diagnostics will enable you to download information from the old EEROM and upload it to the new EEROM - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 42
Use the rag to clean the roller surface. 8 Allow the drive roller to dry. 9 If other areas of the roller have been stained by ink, repeat the above steps. 10 Reconnect the plotter to the ac source, turn the plotter on, and load paper to test that no ink reflections disrupt operation of media loading - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 43
5 Functional Overview 5Ć1 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 44
DesignJet 230 and 250C and DesignJet 330 and 350C. Before reading it, read the functional overview of the DesignJet 220 ' HP DesignJet 220 and HP DesignJet 200 Plotters - Service Manual," part number C3187Ć90000. (Information on the DesignJet 650C ' HP C2858B/C2859B DesignJet 650C Service Manual - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 45
loading process fails if the media sensor detects no media.) 7 Moves the carriage to sense the right and left edges and to check dimensions. 8 Advances limits.) 330 350C 10 If the media is slightly misaligned, the plotter gives you the opportunity to realign it. After realigning, the right - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 46
DesignJet 330 and 350C The following diagram shows the Roll mediaĆloading sequence. The vertical arrows represent movement of the media. The thick horizontal bars represent movement of the carriage to sense the media edges. 1 2 3 4 5 6 78 10 9 11 13 12 During roll media loading, the plotter - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 47
passed around a diverter roll, which optimizes the infeed path to the plotter. Once a plot is completed, the builtĆin cutter is manually slid across the paper to cut the plot from the roll. For further information ' User's Guide, chapter 2. Removing Static Charge from the Media An antiĆstatic brush - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 48
on the DesignJet 230 and 250C and DesignJet 330 and 350C. BailĆLift Mechanism The bail features an automatic lift mechanism driven by the media motor using a series of gears and actuated by the cartridge carriage. The mechanism is different from that used in the DesignJet 220. The new cableĆbased - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 49
uses the same three color print cartridges as does the DesignJet 750C and 755CM plotters and the same black cartridge as the DesignJet 650C. The DesignJet 230 and 330 plotters use only the black cartridge which is used in the DesignJet 650C. Distance between Carriage and Media The distance between - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 50
color or monochrome. You do not set this parameter on the front panel. 230 250C Monochrome Plots on Paper (or vellum or translucent) Resolution (dpi) Passes per Swath (#) Carriage Speed (ips) CarriageĆAxis Depletion MediaĆAxis Depletion Pass Advance (swaths) Bidirectional Minimum Pass Time - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 51
1 16.67 No No 1 No 0 Best 300x300 2 16.67 No No ∼ 0.5 No 0 330 350C Monochrome Plots on Paper and Film Media Fast Resolution (dpi) 300x300 Passes per Swath (#) Carriage Speed (ips) CarriageĆAxis Depletion MediaĆAxis Depletion Pass Advance (swaths) Bidirectional Minimum Pass Time (sec - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 52
Yes ∼ 0.5 No 0 Best 300x300 addressable 1 26.67 No No 1 No 0 330 350C Color Plots on Paper and Coated Media Resolution (dpi) Passes per Swath (#) Carriage Speed (ips) CarriageĆAxis Depletion MediaĆAxis Depletion Pass Advance (swaths) Bidirectional Minimum Pass Time (sec) Fast 300x300 1 16 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 53
the right side of the plotter. Primer The plotters feature a manual primer, based on that of the DeskJet 1200, instead of the automatic one of the DesignJet 650C. (See ' User's Guide, w Cleaning the cartridge nozzles.) D A bellows assembly provides a vacuum to suck ink from the nozzles. The suction - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 54
Expansion Memory (SIMM DRAM) Upgrade Memory (SIMM ROM) 80960 BUS Swath RAM (1 Mbyte) EEPROM (512 Byte) Support & Shuffler ASIC Servo Processor (8052) Encoders & Motor Drivers Nozzle Timing ASIC IEEE 1284 ASIC Bi-tronics Cartridge Drivers Host RS-232-C Carriage's Line Detector Sensors & Front - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 55
J13 Sensor Cover J2 Sensor Media Sensor J3 Carriage J5 Electronics Module Carriage Motor Media Encoder Media Motor J6 J8 U19 Firmware SIMM J7 U20 RAM SIMM J11 Parallel J12 Serial Sensors There is no bail sensor for the DesignJet 230 and 250C and DesignJet 330 and 350C. There is no - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 56
outerĆmost one at the back of the plotter. EEROM EEROM is used as nonvolatile storage for calibration and configuration data. Useful information from the EEROM is printed on the service configuration plot ' page 8Ć49 (DesignJet 230/250C) or page 8Ć50 (DesignJet 330/350C). The EEROM is soldered to - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 57
to plot the data as it receives it. For this to happen, software (a rasterĆimage processor) in the computer must first rasterize all the data. The software issues a command (referred to in RTL as no negative motion) telling the plotter that it will not receive data for any media location on which it - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 58
trailing cable. The carriage PCA contains: D Optical line sensor D Thermistor circuit D Linear encoder D Cartridge nozzle firing circuit Some electronic components on the DesignJet 250C and 350C carriage PCA are not present on the DesignJet 230 and 330 carriage PCA. At powerĆon the plotter firmware - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 59
6 Removal and Replacement 6Ć1 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 60
and instructions before you service the plotters. Follow these warnings and cautions for your protection and to avoid damaging the plotter. WĂAĂRĂNĂIĂNĂG describe how to disassemble the plotter. Unless otherwise specified, reassemble the parts in the reverse order of disassembly. 6Ć2 Removal - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 61
The following are the tools required to disassemble and repair the plotters. Long Torx screwdriver with the indicated attachments. T8 T9 T10 T15 T20 T25 Pozidrive PZ1 screwdriver. and 3/16 5.5 inch mm Small flatĆblade screwdriver. Nut driver with the indicated attachments. NeedleĆnose pliers - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 62
override the internal outer metal surface of the plotter with your firmware code. hand. Otherwise, static electricity from your 1 Make sure that the plotter is switched body could damage the SIMM. OFF and that neither the power cord nor an interface cable is connected. 3 Take the SIMM out of - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 63
top cover. 3 Push one of the plastic ends of the bail towards the center of the plotter to release it from the hole in the sideplate, and lift the bail out of the plotter. 2 Move the cartridge carriage to the extreme left. WARNING In the following step, take care neither to cut yourself on - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 64
You are likely to get ink on your hands while performing the following procedure. 3 Peel the cartridge caps and/or the wiper blades from the top of the service station, and remove them from the plotter. 1 Open the top cover of the plotter. 2 Move the cartridge carriage to the right, out of - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 65
the cover slightly back, so that the rightmost hinge uncouples. Reassembling: Close the cover and click each hinge into place. 4 Remove the cover from the plotter. C4699Ć90000 Removal and Replacement 6Ć7 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 66
350C Removing the RollĆfeed Assembly 3 Remove the two screws that attach the rollĆfeed brackets to the plotter. 1 Open the top cover. 4 Remove the rollĆfeed assembly from the plotter by first removing the left mounting bracket and then the right mounting bracket. 2 While pressing the tabs - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 67
and back clips. These may be stiff. B C4699Ć90000 Reassembling: It's not easy to reinstall the endĆcovers on the plotter. With some practice, you should learn the knack. As a guide, before you replace an endĆcover, take a look at the various clips on its inside, and identify where A they fit - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 68
Removing the Right EndĆCover 1 Remove the top cover ' page 6Ć7. 4 Pull the plotter on/off switch out of the endĆcover. 330 350C 2 Remove the rollĆfeed assembly ' page 6Ć8. 3 Remove the pinchĆwheel lever and screw. 5 Release the - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 69
each other, and remove the frontĆpanel assembly from the endĆcover. C CAUTION In the following step, be careful not to damage the two electronic cables attached inside the endĆcover. 6 Pull the endĆcover up. 8 To be able to easily use the frontĆpanel, when the right endĆcover has - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 70
lever nut is positioned inside the slot on the black plastic piece. Nut Black plastic piece COVER FP Reassembling: The contact part of the cable faces down. Prevent tugging of the cable at the point of connection by leaving slack between the connector and the clip. 4 Detach the topĆcoverĆsensor - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 71
the floor of the electronics module. The electronics module is a fieldĆreplaceable part. You do not need to open it. If it is faulty, exchange it Unscrew the cover plate at the back of the plotter, and remove it. Torx-20 6 At the back of the plotter, ensure that the two small wire clamps of the - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 72
mind that the value printed A on the service configuration plot may greatly underestimate the amount of ink in the spittoon. A Future PCĆbased plotter diagnostics will enable MEDIA Media Sensor B you to download information from the old P1 Trailing Cable EEROM and upload it to the new EEROM - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 73
Assembly 1 Remove the electronics module ' page 6Ć13. 3 Release the mediaĆsensor cable from the indicated clip. Clip 2 Pull the mediaĆsensor assembly down from the underside of the entry platen. 4 Remove the mediaĆsensor assembly from the plotter. C4699Ć90000 Removal and Replacement 6Ć15 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 74
. 7 Press the mediaĆsensor assembly up onto the post on the underside of the entry platen, until it clicks into place. 8 Refasten the mediaĆsensor cable in its clip, making sure that it does not obstruct motion of the mediaĆsensor flags. 6Ć16 Removal and Replacement C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 75
Removing the Encoder Strip 1 Move the cartridge carriage to the left, over the service station. 5 Disconnect the trailing cable from the guides on the right bracket 6 Fold the trailing cable upwards and store it on the trailingĆcable guide. 2 Remove the right endĆcover ' page 6Ć10. 3 Remove the - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 76
WARNING In the following steps, take care neither to cut yourself on the encoder strip, nor to damage the strip. 9 Compressing the encoderĆstrip spring to release tension on the encoder strip, carefully release the encoder strip from the pin on the spring. 7 On the rightĆhand side, remove the nut - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 77
cartridge carriage to the left, over the service station. 2 Ensure that the encoder strip is oriented with the transparent area up, and with two holes on the left side and one hole on the right side. 4 Temporarily, rest the loose strip safely on the drive - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 78
the left side. Tighten slightly Torx-15 CAUTION In the following two steps, avoid distorting the encoder strip while you tighten it. 10 Slide the carriage back and forth the length of its travel to ensure free movement. The encoder strip should not bind or rub on the - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 79
the carriage motor towards the left, and remove the belt from the motor shaft. If you need greater maneuverability of the motor, press the black plastic tab on top very slightly downwards. B A Reassembling: Insert the rightĆbracket tab into the slot on the right of the trailingĆcable guide. C4699 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 80
this part inside the chassis beam. Beam Black Plastic 5 Pull the motor out to the right of the plotter. The motor may be stiff. D The other is a flat metal spring attached underneath the motor. Position it underneath the chassis beam. 6Ć22 Removal and Replacement Also, make sure the belt is - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 81
230 250C Removing the Spittoon 1 Remove the right endĆcover ' page 6Ć10. 3 Slide the spittoon to the right, and remove it from the plotter. 2 Remove the screw that attaches the spittoon to the right sideĆplate. Torx-20 C4699Ć90000 Removal and Replacement 6Ć23 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 82
can access the screw that attaches the spittoon to the right sideĆplate. 4 Disconnect the pinchĆarm sensor cable from the main PCA (connector PINCH). 5 Slide the spittoon to the right, and remove it from the plotter. 3 Remove the screw that attaches the spittoon to the right sideĆplate. Torx-20 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 83
PinchĆArm Sensor Removing the DriveĆRoller Gear 1 Remove the spittoon ' page 6Ć24. 2 Release the pinchĆarm sensor cable from the indicated clip on the spittoon. 1 Remove the spittoon ' page 6Ć23/6Ć24. 2 Remove the two screws that secure the driveĆroller gear to the driveĆroller shaft. Torx-10 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 84
Removing the Media Motor 1 Remove the spittoon ' page 6Ć23/6Ć24. 2 Disconnect the mediaĆmotor cable and the flat mediaĆaxisĆencoder cable from the main PCA (connectors labeled MOT X and ENC X respectively), and from the clip at the back of the plotter. 4 Pull the media motor out through the back of - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 85
endĆcover ' page 6Ć9. 1 Remove the right endĆcover ' page 6Ć10. 2 Ease the front plastic part of the linkage to the right, out from the hole in the right sideĆplate. 2 Disconnect the four short tubes from the ink separator. 3 Remove the screw that attaches the primer to the left sideĆplate. Torx - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 86
the left, and remove it from the plotter. 3 Remove the screw that attaches the service station to the left sideĆplate. The service station is one orderable assembly. Do not open it. Torx-20 6Ć28 Removal and Replacement Reassembling: Ensure that the cartridge caps are clean, the wipers straight - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 87
the BailĆLift Mechanism 5 Release the cable from the engagingĆlever support. 1 Remove the bail ' page 6Ć5. 2 Remove the primer ' page 6Ć27. 3 Remove the service station ' page 6Ć28. 4 While pushing the top of the bailĆgear assembly towards the front of the plotter, do the following: a On the - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 88
hole underneath the sideĆplate. Torx-15 8 Remove the spring from the bailĆgear assembly. 11 Pull the bail gear assembly out from the plotter. The cam falls to the floor of the plotter. 9 Loosen the screw from the top of the bailĆgear assembly. Torx-8 6Ć30 Removal and Replacement C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 89
2 Remove the service station ' page 6Ć28. 3 Release the cable from the engaging lever support ' page 6Ć29. 4 Remove the engaging lever. 6 Remove the three screws that attach the support to the left sideĆplate. Torx-10 + Torx-20 7 Pull the support upwards and remove it from the plotter. C4699 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 90
Roller 1 Remove the primer ' page 6Ć27. 2 Remove the service station ' page 6Ć28. 3 Remove the clutch retaining ring that overdrive roller from the plotter. Note the position and orientation of the overdrive clutch. When correctly installed, the overdrive roller can be manually rotated forward only. - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 91
' pages 6Ć9 and 6Ć10. 2 Remove the screws that attach the back cover to the plotter. D/A1Ćsize plotters have 2 screws. E/A0Ćsize plotters have 3 screws. 4 Lift the cover up, and remove it from the plotter. Torx-20 Reassembling: Before replacing the screws, ensure that the electronics module is - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 92
. 2 Disconnect the trailing cable from the connector marked P1 on the main PCA, and from the guides on the right bracket. 4 Release the two indicated clips on the top of the cartridge carriage by pulling them slightly outwards. C C D B A 3 Move the carriage out of the service station. WARNING In - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 93
up. 7 Release the trailing cable from the clips on the trailingĆcable guide, and remove the trailing cable from the plotter. 6 Disconnect the trailing cable from the connector on the carriage. Repositioning the Trailing Cable IMPORTANT When you reinstall the trailing cable, make sure that you - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 94
trailingĆcable guide back on its hinge, until it clicks off from the chassis beam. 2 Remove the back cover ' page 6Ć33. 3 Remove the trailing cable ' page 6Ć34. 4 Slide the trailingĆcable guide to the right, releasing it from the leftĆbracket tab. 6 Remove the trailingĆcable guide from the plotter - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 95
black plastic tab on top of the motor. 4 Rotate the motor on its hinge out towards the back of the plotter. 3 Press the carriage motor towards the left, and remove the belt from the motor shaft. If you need greater maneuverability of the motor, press the black plastic tab on top very slightly - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 96
two indicated clips on the top of the cartridge carriage by pulling them slightly outwards. 8 Disconnect the trailing cable from the connector on the carriage. 7 Pull the top of the carriage up. 9 Rest the top of the carriage on the trailingĆcable guide. WARNING In the following step, take care - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 97
the belt from the plotter. Removing the Drive Belt 1 Remove the cartridge carriage ' page 6Ć37. 2 Release the belt from the clips on the underside of the carriage. Reassembling: Position the belt under the back extrusion of the carriage. Make sure that you correctly reconnect the trailing cable - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 98
Removing the DriveĆBelt Pulley 1 Remove the encoder strip. CAUTION In the following step, take care not to break the black plastic tab on top of the motor. 3 On the left of the plotter, remove the belt from the pulley. 2 Press the carriage motor towards the left, and remove the belt from the motor - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 99
. 4 Remove the engagingĆlever support ' page 6Ć31. 5 Remove the large black plastic gear from the left sideĆplate. Torx-20 9 Snap the overdrive clips to the right, and remove them from under the media separator. D/A1Ćsize plotters have two clips. E/A0Ćsize plotters have three clips. 6 Remove the - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 100
care not to injure your fingers if you let the drive roller snap into place. CAUTION 11 Lift the roller out of the plotter. In the following procedure D Take care not to damage the media separator. Don't let it slip under the drive roller. D Take care that the edge of the media separator - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 101
media separator. 4 Ensure that the bearing assembly at the right end of the drive roller is seated in the right sideplate and completely on the right side of three screws. This is to ensure correct spacing between the drive roller and the cartridge nozzles. Torx-20 Press down here as you tighten - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 102
Removing the PinchĆArm Lift Mechanism 1 Remove the drive roller ' page 6Ć41. 2 Little by little, unscrew the camĆjournal screw on the right side, at the same time continually pushing the screw in towards the center of the plotter, until you feel that you have pushed the camĆjournal nut out of the - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 103
Reinstalling the PinchĆArm Lift Mechanism 1 Reinsert the pinchĆarm assemblies into the chassis. Make sure that the bushings are correctly inserted in the holes. CAUTION In the following step, do not overtighten the camĆjournal screw. Doing so could break the journal, cause the bar cam to enter the - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 104
the Overdrive Enclosure 230 250C 1 Remove the right endĆcover ' page 6Ć10. 330 350C Remove the spittoon ' page 6Ć24. 2 Remove the enclosure out from the plotter. 1 2 This illustration shows the configuration for the DesignJet 230/250C. The removal procedure for DesignJet 330/350C is exactly - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 105
Reinstalling the Overdrive Enclosure The order in which you replace the screws on the overdrive enclosure is important. CAUTION Take care not to damage the mediaĆsensor flags. The overdrive enclosure should not touch them. 2 Insert the two indicated screws, but do not tighten them. (Long dogĆpoint - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 106
Remove the overdrive enclosure ' page 6Ć46. 2 Disconnect the mediaĆsensor cable from the main PCA (connector labeled MEDIA). 4 Remove the indicated two screws entry platen horizontally out 1 from the plotter. 6Ć48 Removal and Replacement Reassembling: See the following procedure. C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 107
is important. 1 Position the entry platen between the two sideĆplates, feeding the media sensor cable under the right sideĆplate. 4 Refasten the indicated entryĆplaten clips. 2 Make sure that the mediaĆsensor cable is not obstructing the movement of the mediaĆsensor flags. 3 Slide the top of the - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 108
tight against the left sideĆplate. 8 Replace the indicated clamping screw on the leftĆhand side. Torx-20 Torx-15 3 1 9 Reconnect the mediaĆsensor cable to the main PCA (connector labeled MEDIA). 7 Replace the indicated screw on the rightĆhand side. (Long dogĆpoint screw.) Torx-15 2 10 Before - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 109
7 Calibrations and Adjustments 7Ć1 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 110
module or cartridge carriage or optical sensor. Plot Quality (More ' chapter 8): Jagged vertical black or gray lines on plots Jagged color lines on plots Shadows appear beside colors 330 350C Banding Black Cartridge Alignment 230 250C Instructions ' User's Guide, chapter 1. 330 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 111
tests that do not need carriageĆaxis initialization; Service Mode 2 contains tests that do need carriageĆaxis initialization. Entering Service Mode 1 1 Switch the plotter off. 2 While holding the following key down, switch the plotter on: 230 250C Align Cartridges 330 350C Form Feed 3 Once - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 112
key. 230 250C or 330 350C or Print Quality The plotter performs the electrical powerĆon tests and initializes the mechanics as in normal user mode. (Details ' chapter 8.) 4 Place the Service Mode 2 frontĆpanel overlay over the keys on the plotter. The overlay is supplied with this manual. The - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 113
pressed, and then press the second key. Software Diagnostics and Hardware Tools 230 250C PCĆbased diagnostics for the plotters have been developed and are now available on the HP Barcelona server. The diagnostics will enable you to perform service tests from a PC connected to the - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 114
230 250C ServiceĆMode 1 Align Cartridges Bench Run Modular Test with ALT Bail Cycle Test Front-Panel Test Carriage-Axis Test SHIFT Stop the Test Carriage Test Media-Axis Test Sensors Test ALT 230 250C ServiceĆMode 2 Print Quality Service Monitor Service Configuration Print- - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 115
ĆMode 1 Form Feed Bench Run Modular Test with ALT Bail Cycle Test Front-Panel Test Carriage-Axis Test SHIFT Stop the Test 330 350C ServiceĆMode 2 Print Quality Carriage Test Media-Axis Test Color Configuration Mono Configuration Sensors Test Deconfig. Mode ALT with ALT with SHIFT - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 116
or replaced D DriveĆroller gear is removed or replaced D Cartridge carriage is replaced 330 350C D Mark encoder is removed or replaced D Optical sensor is removed or replaced What is the EndĆPoint Accuracy Specification ? The endĆpoint accuracy specifies how accurately a plotter can draw - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 117
from the factory standards, recalibrate the plotter by continuing with the following procedure. 230 250C Performing the Accuracy Calibration on the DesignJet 230 and 250C 1 Read w Before Performing the Accuracy Calibration above. 2 Place a sheet of HP inkjet polyester film over the top - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 118
DesignJet 330 and 350C 1 Read w Before Performing the Accuracy Calibration on page 7Ć9. 2 Place a sheet of HP inkjet polyester film over the top of the plotter on the carriage will be calibrated incorrectly, and the plotter will have problems loading some types of media. 3 In service mode 2, - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 119
is too big, unwanted spray appears around the ink dots, and vertical lines are not straight. (A big distance may also prevent the carriage from actuating the bail lever.) Whenever you remove the Drive Roller or the Cartridge Carriage, take care to reinstall them correctly. Incorrect installation - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 120
be parallel to the centerĆline B of the Drive Roller Drive Roller 6 With the gauge held in place, manually move the carriage over the GO side of the gauge. The carriageĆtoĆmedia distance ' page 7Ć13. 9 Replace the Yellow cartridge in the carriage. 7Ć12 Calibrations and Adjustments C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 121
over the NO GO side of the gauge. This means that the carriage is positioned too far from the drive roller. Adjust the carriageĆtoĆmedia distance as follows: 1 Release the two indicated clips on the top of the cartridge carriage by pulling them slightly outwards. WARNING Take care neither to cut - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 122
distance ' page 7Ć11. 5 Reinstall the top of the carriage. 6 Check the trailing cable to make sure that it is positioned under the plastic tabs at the back of the carriage cover, and not above them. Trailing cable under tabs ! Otherwise, the plotter will not be able to load media. 7Ć14 Calibrations - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 123
] [HP DesignJet 230/250C] Read Settings [Einstellungen einlesen] Align Cartridges [Patronen ausrichten] Service Mode 1 (+ ON) Replot [Neuplotten] Paper [Papier] or vellum or translucent [od. Velin od. Pergament] 1 Carriage Axis 2 Cartridges [Patronen] Carriage Sensor 3 Flex Circuit Error - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 124
Test Setup [Einstellung] [Deutsch] [HP DesignJet 330/350C] Replot [Neuplotten] Form Feed [Vorschub] Service Mode 1 (+ ON) Continue Plotting [Plotten Fortsetzen] Plain [Papier] 1 Carriage Axis 2 Load Media [Medium Laden] Carriage Sensor 3 Flex Circuit Error [Fehler] Film [Folie] 4 Media - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 125
Stop the Test [English] [HP DesignJet 230/250C] Setup Read Settings Align Cartridges Service Mode 1 (+ ON) Replot Paper or vellum or translucent 1 Carriage Axis Film 4 Media Axis Special paper for color (7) Media Sensor 2 Carriage Sensor Cartridges 5 FrontPanel Key Fast 8 Normal - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 126
SERVICE MODE 2 SERVICE MODE 1 USER MODE SERVICE MODE 2 SERVICE MODE 1 USER MODE Bail Cycle Test Electrical Test Accuracy Calibration SHIFT Stop the Test Bail Cycle Test Bench Run (+ ALT) Front-Panel Test Modular Test (+ ALT) Carriage-Axis Test SHIFT Stop the Test [English] [HP DesignJet - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 127
ñol] [HP DesignJet 230/250C] Read Settings [Leer Configuración] Align Cartridges [Alinear Cartuchos] Service Mode 1 (+ ON) Replot [Reimprimir] Paper [Papel] or vellum or translucent [o vellum o translúcido] 1 Carriage Axis 2 Carriage Sensor Cartridges [Cartuchos] 3 Flex Circuit Error [Error - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 128
Setup [Configurar] [Español] [HP DesignJet 330/350C] Replot [Reimprimir] Form Feed [Avanzar Hoja] Service Mode 1 (+ ON) Continue Plotting [Continuar Trazando] Plain [Normal] 1 Carriage Axis 2 Load Media [Cargar Hoja] Carriage Sensor 3 Flex Circuit Error [Error] Film [Película] 4 Media - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 129
[Italiano] [HP DesignJet 230/250C] Read Settings [Leggi Configurazione] Align Cartridges [Allinea Cartucce] Service Mode 1 (+ ON) Replot [Ridisegna] Paper [Carta] or vellum or translucent [o lucido] 1 Carriage Axis 2 Carriage Sensor Cartridges [Cartucce] 3 Flex Circuit Error [Errore] Film - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 130
Setup [Configura] [Italiano] [HP DesignJet 330/350C] Replot [Ridisegna] Form Feed [Avanzamento Carta] Continue Plotting [Continua a Stampare] Service Mode 1 (+ ON) Plain [Non pat.] 1 Carriage Axis 2 Load Media [Carica supporto] Carriage Sensor 3 Flex Circuit Error [Errore] Film [Pellicola - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 131
) Front-Panel Test Modular Test (+ ALT) Carriage-Axis Test SHIFT Stop the Test [Français] [HP DesignJet 230/250C] Setup [Configurer] Read Settings [Lire Paramètres] Align Cartridges [Aligner Cartouches] Service Mode 1 (+ ON) Replot [Retracer] Paper [Papier traceur] or vellum or translucent - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 132
Setup [Configurer] [Français] [HP DesignJet 330/350C] Replot [Retracer] Form Feed [Avancer] Continue Plotting [Continuer Impression] Service Mode 1 (+ ON) Plain [Ordinaire] 1 Carriage Axis 2 Load Media [Charger Support] Carriage Sensor 3 Flex Circuit Error [Erreur] Film [Film] 4 Media - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 133
ês] [HP DesignJet 230/250C] Read Settings [Ajustes Leitura] Align Cartridges [Alinhar Cartuchos] Service Mode 1 (+ ON) Replot [Replotar] Paper [Papel] or vellum or translucent [ou vellum ou "translucent"] 1 Carriage Axis 2 Carriage Sensor Cartridges [Cartuchos] 3 Flex Circuit Error [Erro - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 134
SERVICE MODE 1 USER MODE SERVICE MODE 2 SERVICE MODE 1 USER MODE Bail Cycle Test Electrical Test Accuracy Calibration SHIFT Stop the Test Bail Cycle Test Bench Run (+ ALT) Front-Panel Test Modular Test (+ ALT) Carriage-Axis Test SHIFT Stop the Test Setup [Config] [Português] [HP DesignJet - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 135
8 Troubleshooting 8Ć1 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 136
a series of internal self tests and mechanical initialization sequences whenever the user switches the plotter on. These are completed after about 30 seconds. If a failure occurs, an error is indicated on the frontĆpanel LEDs. You can perform a failure analysis by interpreting the LED error code - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 137
is what should happen when you turn on the plotter in normal operating mode. CAUTION To observe movement of internal mechanisms, you can keep the cover switch pressed, while the cover is open. However, in doing so, do not block the path of the cartridge carriage with anything you stick into the - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 138
Quality. 4 The cartridge carriage moves across the plotter and knocks three times against the rightĆhand side. 5 The carriage returns to the leftĆhand side and enters the service station. The bail jerks slightly as the carriage parks in the service station. 6 The top of the drive roller rotates - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 139
LEDs 1, 2, 3, and 6 are on. DesignJet 230 plotters have no LED number 7. Error codes The following pages contain the possible error codes and the instructions necessary to solve the problem. 230 250C Turn to page 8Ć6 for the relevant error codes. 330 350C Turn to page 8Ć13 for the - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 140
230 250C Error Codes for the DesignJet 230 and 250C Plotters No LEDs On If there is no activity at all from the plotter, you may have a power problem. (Troubleshooting ' User's Guide, chapter 4.) - LEDs On (Error Off) Cartridges: One or more of the cartridges is missing or badly - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 141
the BlackĆCartridge Alignment Procedure. (Instructions ' User's Guide, chapter 1.) D Replace the trailing cable. D Replace the carriage. D Replace the electronics module. Cartridges + Ready: The plotter is testing and servicing the cartridges. Wait. Flashing 29 C4699Ć90000 Troubleshooting 8Ć7 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 142
the plotter settings, use the setup sheet. (Instructions ' User's Guide, chapter 1.) D Also check your interface cable and connections. D This error may also occur if you send a drawing for print using a Windows driver when the Fast Direct to Print option is turned OFF in the Windows Printer Control - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 143
carriage PCA. D Faulty or badly connected trailing cable. D Faulty electronics module. D Plotter is operating very near to powerful electrical motors or machines. For more information ' page 8Ć27, w EEROM Errors. For more precise troubleshooting ' page 8Ć19, w System Errors. Paper + Error + Load - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 144
communications cable. D Error in host computer. D Faulty electronics module. Cartridges + Error + Film: Firmware error. D Turn the plotter off, and then on again to see if the problem disappears. D If the problem remains, consult recent service notes for a possible solution. D If no service note - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 145
or the trailing cable is faulty. D Faulty fan, or fan is disconnected. D Faulty carriage PCA. D Faulty electronics module. For more precise troubleshooting ' page 8Ć19, w System Errors. Steady 1345 Paper + Error + Film + Fast: Not enough memory for the sensor data structure. D Turn the plotter off - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 146
the motor cables. D Trailing cable is faulty or badly connected. D Faulty carriage. D Motor received an electrostatic discharge while operating. Paper + Cartridges + Error + Film + Fast: CartridgeĆalignment firmware error. Try one or more of the following: Steady 12345 D Turn the plotter off, and - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 147
330 350C Error Codes for the DesignJet 330 and 350C Plotters No LEDs On If there is no activity at all from the plotter, you may have a power problem. (Troubleshooting ' User's Guide, chapter 9.) - LEDs Off 26 Off Load Media + Ready: Possible causes are: D Cover is open. D Plotter is - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 148
the plotter settings, use the setup sheet. (Instructions ' User's Guide, chapter 1.) D Also check your interface cable and connections. D This error may also occur if you send a drawing for print using a Windows driver when the Fast Direct to Print option is turned OFF in the Windows Printer Control - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 149
. D Faulty carriage PCA. D Faulty or badly connected trailing cable. D Faulty electronics module. D Plotter is operating very near to powerful electrical motors or machines. For more information ' page 8Ć27, w EEROM Errors. For more precise troubleshooting ' page 8Ć23, w System Errors. C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 150
and service configuration plot in report. Steady 234 Steady 238 Steady 346 Load Media + Error + Film: Servo error in the YĆaxis (carriage axis). Try one or more of the following: D Clear any binding due to a media jam. D Turn the plotter off. Manually move the carriage along the carriage axis - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 151
for the sensor data structure. D Turn the plotter off, and then on again to see if the problem disappears. D If the problem remains, consult recent service notes for a possible solution. D If no service note deals with this error, report the problem to your HP Response Center. Note conditions and - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 152
Turn the plotter off, and then on again to see if the problem disappears. D Ensure that the cartridges are correctly seated. D Replace cartridges. D If the problem remains, consult recent service notes for a possible solution. D If no service note deals with this error, report the problem to your HP - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 153
230 and 250C Plotters The DesignJet 230 and 250C plotters have many failure modes that cause system errors. Many are due to electrical problems, others electronic, and some mechanical. To more precisely troubleshoot the system error, you may be able to find out what line of the firmware code - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 154
Number Firmware Firmware Firmware A.01.03 A.01.04 A.01.05 Failure (and most frequent causes) 3001 3000 3066 Error in A/D convertor test: D Faulty trailing cable. D Faulty carriage. 3083 3082 3148 Error in DRAM data test: D Faulty carriage. 3090 3089 3155 Error in DRAM addresses test - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 155
D If firmware is revision A.01.02 or earlier, then change to trailing cable. D Faulty carriage. 1489 1489 1489 PCA was initialized in a Designjet 250C and used in a DesignJet 230. EEROM needs to be reset. 537 537 537 Processor error: D Faulty electronics module. C4699Ć90000 Troubleshooting - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 156
A.01.05 Failure (and most frequent causes) 247 247 247 Mechanical problem when the carriage attempts to position itself over the service station. Check the mechanics. - 458 458 EEROM test failed: or 1232 or 1232 D See ' page 8Ć27, w EEROM errors. - 412 412 YĆaxis servo error (carriage - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 157
module. Error in swathĆRAM test: D Faulty electronics module Error in cartridgeĆvoltage regulation: D Faulty or badly connected trailing cable. D Faulty carriage. D Faulty electronics module. Error in A/D convertor test: D Faulty trailing cable. D Faulty carriage. C4699Ć90000 Troubleshooting 8Ć23 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 158
electronics module. Error in the test of the masked ROM: D Faulty electronics module. Failure in cartridge initialization: D Faulty or badly connected trailing cable. Failure in fan connection test: D Faulty electronics module. Model ID configuration incorrect. Reconfigure the plotter ' page 8Ć28 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 159
error: D Carriage knocked against bail. D Faulty encoder strip. D Faulty trailing cable. D Faulty carriage. Processor error: D Faulty electronics module. Mechanical problem when the carriage attempts to position itself over the service station. Check the mechanics. C4699Ć90000 Troubleshooting - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 160
or friction in XĆaxis. D Motor cable disconnected. D Faulty media motor, or motor cable pinched. D Faulty electronics module. Centronics/Bitronics communication error: D Centronics cable badly connected. D Problem with host computer. D Faulty electronics module. 8Ć26 Troubleshooting C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 161
information is incorrect. This failure has five possible causes: D Faulty electronics module. D Contact problems with the trailingĆcable connections. D Faulty trailing cable. D Faulty carriage. D The plotter was turned off while a test was writing to the EEROM, thus leaving corrupt information (or - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 162
error (Steady 135). It is very rare that these situations will ever occur. Configure the plotter model ID as follows: 1 Remove the left cover ' page 6Ć10. 2 Disconnect the media motor encoder cable from the main PCA (connector ENC X). 3 Turn the plotter ON in Service 8Ć28 Troubleshooting C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 163
be configured as a DesignJet 330 (Monochrome) Shift plotter, hold the SHIFT key down and press the two Mono Configuration keys at the same time. 10 Turn the plotter OFF. Mono Configuration 11 Reconnect the media motor encoder cable to the main PCA (connector ENC X). 12 Turn the plotter ON and - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 164
' page 6Ć2). Worn wipers: If the wipers in the service station are worn down, they do not properly wipe the cartridge heads. Easy to replace. Carriage sensor does not correctly find media edge. Ink on roller: Excessive ink deposits on the driveĆroller surface can fool the sensor by reflecting the - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 165
cannot park in service station. Mispositioned trailing cable: The trailing cable may be preventing the carriage from reaching the leftĆhand stop. Make sure that the trailing cable is positioned under the plastic tabs at the back of the carriage cover, and not above them. Drive belts wear out - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 166
ink systems (or any other nonĆsupported HP supply or accessory), the repair will NOT be covered under HP's warranty or maintenance contract. In such cases, standard time and material charges will be applied to service the plotter or printer." Duty cycle: Plotters need increased maintenance if users - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 167
under the plastic tabs at the back of the carriage cover, and not above them. Otherwise, the following happens: 1 During plotter initialization, the trailing cable prevents the carriage from reaching the leftĆhand stop, and all YĆaxis references are shifted to the right. 2 During media loading, the - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 168
8Ć34 Troubleshooting C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 169
Tests Which Service Test to Perform Use the following table as a rough guide: Assembly/Feature Bail system Carriage Carriage motor and drive system (including belt, pulley and slider rod) Cartridge identification Cartridge nozzles Communication between computer and plotter Cover sensor DRAM - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 170
F1015Ć80002 and adapter number 5181Ć6640 to connect the Palmtop to the plotter's serial interface port. Both cable and adaptor are included in the HP F1021B Connectivity Pack. 3 Turn the plotter on in service mode 1. 4 Turn the Palmtop on. 5 Open the Data Comm application on the Palmtop. 6 Press - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 171
of the bail system, service station and carriage drive. 1 In service mode 1, press Bail Cycle Test. Bail Cycle Test All LEDs turn off. If the plotter has not yet initialized the media axis, the carriage moves to the rightĆhand side of the plotter and back to the service station. The following - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 172
replace critical parts of the plotter. ALT CarriageĆAxis Test This tests the operation of the carriage motor, belt, tensioner, and encoder strip. 1 Ensure that the carriage is parked in the service station. The test does not include carriageĆaxis initialization. If the carriage starts somewhere - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 173
230 250C Carriage Test for the DesignJet 230 and 250C This tests the operation of the carriage sensor and the connection between the carriage flex circuit and the cartridges. 1 Position the sensor over a white surface. (Simply place a piece of white paper under the sensor.) 2 In service - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 174
(Simply place a piece of white paper under the sensor.) 2 In service mode 1, press Carriage Test. The plotter varies the LED intensity between 255 and 0. The plotter tests the connection between the carriage flex circuit and the cartridges by getting the cartridge identification and checking the - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 175
The error code is usually shown as a ISteady 1238I (for DesignJet 230 and 250C) or a ISteady 1389I (for DesignJet 330 and 350C) which indicates a system error. See ' System Errors, page 8Ć19 (for DesignJet 230 and 250C) or page 8Ć23 (for DesignJet 330 and 350C), to be able to correctly troubleshoot - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 176
operation of the frontĆpanel keys. Front-Panel Test 1 In service mode 1, press Front-Panel Test. All LEDs flash a further two or three times and then turn OFF. 2 Press any frontĆpanel key except Shift. Status: the test has ended. Key Working OK Test Ended 8Ć42 Troubleshooting C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 177
Input/Output Test for the DesignJet 230/250C Only The input/output test performs not find an error, the Load Media LED (or the Ready LED, if you have already loaded media) turns on again. Otherwise, an error is reported by an error code on the front panel. C4699Ć90000 Troubleshooting 8Ć43 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 178
service mode 1, press Media-Axis Test. The drive roller rotates in steps, each equivalent to one swath advance. Media-Axis Test Status. The Film LED turns on (steady) if the mediaĆaxis test has not found an error itself until you Shift press the Shift key. 8Ć44 Troubleshooting C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 179
station. The test does not include carriageĆaxis initialization. If the carriage starts somewhere in the center of the plotter, it will hit the rightĆhand side of the plotter when the test begins, and the carriageĆaxis part of the test will fail. Modular 2 In service mode 1, hold down the ALT - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 180
up: 230 250C Press Print-Quality Plot. Print-Quality Plot Ready 330 350C Press the Print Quality and Roll/Sheet keys together. The Ready light begins to flash, and the media moves slightly forward. The carriage moves to the right side of the plotter, and the fan turns on. The plotter plots - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 181
Test for the DesignJet 230 and 250C This tests the operation of the cover sensor and the media sensor. 1 In service mode 1, press Sensors Test. 2 Close the cover of the plotter. The Load Media LED should turn on. 3 Open the cover. The Load Media LED should turn off. 4 Insert media - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 182
330 350C Sensors Test for the DesignJet 330 and 350C This tests the operation of the cover sensor and the media sensor. 1 In service mode 1, press Sensors Test. 2 Lower the pinchĆarms (raise the green media lever) The Roll LED should turn on. 3 Raise the pinchĆarms (lower the green - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 183
for the DesignJet 230 and 250C The service configuration plot contains the following information: DesignJet 230/250C Service Configuration Plot Firmware Release: X.XX.XX SPROC release: X.X (Servo-Processor Code revision number.) EEROM Contents EEROM CONTENTS (This is for the plotter design - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 184
330 and 350C The service configuration plot contains the following information: DesignJet 330/350C Service Configuration Plot Firmware Release: X.XX.XX SPROC release: X.X (Servo-Processor Code revision number.) EEROM Contents EEROM CONTENTS (This is for the plotter design engineers to interpret - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 185
instructions to plot it without entering the service mode. 2 When the Ready LED lights up: 230 250C Hold down the SHIFT key and press Service Configuration. Service The plotter plots the service configuration plot and ejects the media. 3 Unload the media. Ready C4699Ć90000 Troubleshooting 8Ć51 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 186
the ALT key and press Service Monitor again. The Ready LED continues to flash. After a minute, the fan turns on, and the carriage moves to the right side of the plotter. Instead of plotting the drawings that you sent, the plotter plots the first and last Kbytes of the code for those drawings. The - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 187
, if you have already loaded media) turns on again. If the test finds an error, it is indicated by an error code on the front panel. Stored in EEROM (and printed on the service configuration plot ' page NO TAG) Encoder Tests, Maximum Y-Axis PWM (Y-Axis = Carriage Axis.) This should be less than - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 188
for the DesignJet 230 and 250C CAUTION If you clear the calibration parameters, you will then need to perform the plotter calibrations. (Details ' chapter 7.) Clearing the EEROM also resets the factory spittoon value to 0% used. Keep in mind that the value printed on the service configuration - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 189
value to 0% used. Keep in mind that the value printed on the service configuration plot may greatly underestimate the amount of ink in the spittoon. Clearing Just the Benchrun and Calibration Parameters 1 Switch the plotter off. 2 While holding both the Replot and Media Type keys down, switch - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 190
PrintĆQuality Troubleshooting PrintĆQuality Plot The printĆquality plot for the HP DesignJet 250C/350C is represented below. (Printing it ' page 8Ć46.) The plot for the HP DesignJet 230/330 is similar, but only the patterns relevant to the black cartridge are printed. Use a 10X magnifier to help - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 191
(defective media motor or driver circuit / calibration lost) D An electrical contact is faulty in one of the plotter cartridge chutes, so that it doesn't make correct contact with the circuit on the cartridge. (See ' page 8Ć39, w Carriage Test.) D Nozzles touch the service station, thus causing - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 192
is NOT necessary for the large majority of HP DesignJet 250C customers, but it will become important in the future for the largeĆformat printing (LFP) market. HP is working on the development of a new set of inks. Spray Symptoms Smaller dots of sprayed ink located around the point at which the - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 193
. (Adjustment ' chapter 7.) D EncoderĆstrip slots are damaged or dirty. D Dirt on the pulley is causing the belt to slip. D Friction between carriage bushings and slider rod: 230 250C (See ' Error code Steady 346.) 330 350C (See ' Error code Steady 234.) C4699Ć90000 Troubleshooting 8Ć59 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 194
rows of nozzles on a cartridge are not perpendicular to the carriage axis (YĆaxis). This error can occur for various reasons, including: D Badly seated cartridge. D Faulty cartridge. D Faulty carriage. Ink Smearing Symptoms Ink smears on the media. (See also ' User's Guide, chapter 4.) Product Fault - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 195
print cartridge alignment. Bleeding, Blooming and Wicking Symptoms Blurred lines. (See also ' User's Guide, chapter 4.) D Bleeding: Different color inks, printed side by side, run into each other. D Blooming: Ink absorbs into the paper, spreading beyond the desired ink dot. D Wicking: Ink spreads - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 196
Notes 8Ć62 Troubleshooting C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 197
9 Product History and Service Notes 9Ć1 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 198
plotters and the latest version documented in this manual. SerialĆNumber Format The plotter serial number is composed of 10 letters and digits, for example ESA5600248. D In the first two positions is the code . This is 5 for plotters made in 1995, as digits distinguish the plotter from others manufactured - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 199
or on a masked ROM inside the electronics module. The firmwareĆrevision level, for example A.01.03, is printed by the plotter on the setup sheet and on the service configuration plot. The revision level is also printed on a label on any flash ROM SIMM. Do not open the electronics module. Important - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 200
Support Operation) server from a PC or UNIX workstation to obtain service 24.176.18 C:\> NET USE j: \\wcsolmx\snotes C:\> j: J:\> dir J:\> cd cso_cpo J:\cso_cpo> dir 3 See the readme.txt file for more information. 4 When you have downloaded ftp 15.24.176.18 Name (...): snotes Password: (Just press - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 201
The plotter fails to read the settings and rejects the paper with Error and Load Media LEDs flashing. Problem The problem is caused by the two screws that hold the Helical Gear (Drive Roller Gear) to the Drive Roller. The screws aren't tight enough. Solution Remove the Spittoon (Instructions ' page - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 202
Notes 9Ć6 Product History and Service Notes C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 203
10 Parts and Diagrams 10Ć1 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 204
are factoryĆrepaired and tested assemblies that you can order; they are listed in the following table. Exchange assemblies are available only on a tradeĆin basis; therefore, you must return the defective assemblies for credit. HP Part Number Exchange Assemblies Qty Description 230 250C C3190 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 205
information on that part. The total quantity for each part on the drawing is given as well as the part number. To obtain replacement parts, contact the nearest HP Support Office. You must include the part number and part description in the order you send. Also include the plotter model and serial - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 206
Reference on Drawing HP Part Number Legs Quantity Description 1 C3192Ć60003 2 Foot assembly 2 C3192Ć60001 1 X Brace Assembly (D/A1Ćsize) C3193Ć60001 1 X Brace Assembly (E/A0Ćsize) 3 C3192Ć60002 2 Legs Assembly 4 C3193Ć60003 1 Paper Diverter Assembly (E/A0Ćsize plotters only) 5 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 207
C4699Ć90000 Legs Parts and Diagrams 10Ć5 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 208
Reference on Drawing Top and Back Covers, Electronics, Trailing Cable HP Part Number Quantity Description DesignJet 330/350C DesignJet 230/250C 1 C4699Ć40003 C4699Ć40003 1 C4700Ć40003 C4700Ć40003 1 2 C3190Ć60082 C3190Ć60082 1 C3191Ć60082 C3191Ć60082 1 3 C3190Ć20006 C3190Ć20006 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 209
Top and Back Covers, Electronics, Trailing Cable C4699Ć90000 Parts and Diagrams 10Ć7 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 210
230) Instruction Label Right EndĆCover PinchĆArm Lever Switch Button Front Panel Assy Media Label Serial Label Screw M3 x 30 Mach T10 Nut HGX M3 x 2.4 FrontĆPanel Overlay Cartridge Cover (DesignJet 330) Carriage Label (DesignJet 350C/250C) Carriage Label (DesignJet 330) QRG Holder 10Ć8 Parts - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 211
C4699Ć90000 End Covers Parts and Diagrams 10Ć9 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 212
Reference on Drawing CarriageĆAxis (Left End) HP Part Number Quantity DesignJet 330/350C DesignJet 230/250C Carriage Belt (D/A1Ćsize) Carriage Belt (E/A0Ćsize) Carriage assembly Carriage assembly (250C) Carriage assembly (230) Pulley Assembly (Incl. pulley, shaft and spacer) 10Ć10 Parts - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 213
C4699Ć90000 CarriageĆAxis (Left End) Parts and Diagrams 10Ć11 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 214
Reference on Drawing CarriageĆAxis (Right End) HP Part Number Quantity Description 1 C3190Ć40039 1 Right Bracket 2 C3190Ć 7 C3190Ć60145 1 CarriageĆMotor Assembly 8 3050Ć1267 1 Washer 9 C3190Ć40048 1 Carriage Belt (D/A1Ćsize) C3191Ć40048 1 Carriage Belt (E/A0Ćsize) 10 C3190 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 215
C4699Ć90000 CarriageĆAxis (Right End) Parts and Diagrams 10Ć13 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 216
Reference on Drawing Service Station, Primer, Spittoon HP Part Number Quantity DesignJet 330/350C DesignJet 230/250C Description 1 0515Ć1743 0515Ć1743 3 Screw M4 x 17 Tap 20 2 C3190Ć60142 C3190Ć60142 1 Service Station Assembly 3 C4699Ć60002 C3190Ć60004 1 Spittoon Assembly 4 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 217
C4699Ć90000 Service Station, Primer, Spittoon Parts and Diagrams 10Ć15 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 218
Reference on Drawing Media Entry Path HP Part Number Quantity DesignJet 330/350C DesignJet 230/250C Description 1 - C2858Ć60054 1 Drive Roller (D/A1Ćsize) - C2859Ć60004 1 Drive Roller (E/A0Ćsize) C4699Ć60042 - 1 Drive Roller Assembly (D/A1Ćsize) C4700Ć60042 - 1 Drive Roller - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 219
C4699Ć90000 Media Entry Path Parts and Diagrams 10Ć17 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 220
Reference on Drawing HP Part Number Bail and Overdrive Quantity Description 1 0624Ć0617 1 Screw 6Ć9 .937 Plast T15 2 0624Ć0745 2 Screw M4 x 10 Tap T20 3 3050Ć0026 1 Washer 3.2 mm 4 C3190Ć40019 1 Cam Gear 5 C1633Ć40027 1 Engaging Gear 6 C3190Ć80013 1 Cable Spring 7 C3190Ć - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 221
C4699Ć90000 Bail and Overdrive Parts and Diagrams 10Ć19 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 222
Reference on Drawing Bail and Overdrive (Continued) HP Part Number Quantity Description 17 C3190Ć60096 1 Overdrive Roller (D/A1Ć 8 Tap T10 22 C3190Ć60007 1 Bail Cable 23 C3190Ć40023 1 EngagingĆLever Support 24 07575Ć80012 1 GearĆSupport Spring 25 C3190Ć60095 1 Bail Assembly (D/ - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 223
C4699Ć90000 Bail and Overdrive Parts and Diagrams 10Ć21 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 224
Reference on Drawing HP Part Number PinchĆArm Assembly Quantity Description 1 C2847Ć20005 1 PinchĆArm Bar Cam (D/A1Ćsize) C1633Ć20012 1 PinchĆArm Ćsize) 8 C3190Ć60029 5 PinchĆArm Assembly (D/A1Ćsize) C3190Ć60029 7 PinchĆArm Assembly (E/A0Ćsize) 10Ć22 Parts and Diagrams C4699Ć90000 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 225
C4699Ć90000 PinchĆArm Assembly Parts and Diagrams 10Ć23 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 226
Reference on Drawing RollĆFeed Assembly (DesignJet 330 and 350C Only) HP Part Number Quantity Description 1 C3174Ć60013 1 RollĆFeed Assembly (D/A1Ćsize) C3175Ć60013 1 RollĆFeed Assembly (E/A0Ćsize) 2 C3174Ć60004 1 Cutter Assembly 3 C3174Ć60005 1 Spinde (D/A1Ć - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 227
C4699Ć90000 RollĆFeed Assembly Parts and Diagrams 10Ć25 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 228
+ Overlay Chinese English French German Italian Japanese Korean Portuguese Spanish Taiwanese User Documentation Chinese English French German Italian Japanese Korean Portuguese Spanish Taiwanese Accessories HP Part Number DesignJet 230/250C and 330/350C D/A1 Size: C3190-60098 E/A0 Size: C3191 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 229
Korean Portuguese Spanish Taiwanese Other Documentation HP CAD Plotters Software/Hardware Guide Software Application Notes HP-GL/2 and HP RTL Reference Guide HP-GL/2 and HP RTL Peripherals Product Comparison Guide Supplies Source (booklet) Media Reference Guide DesignJet 330 C4701-60020 C4701-60011 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 230
Token Ring HP JetDirect Software For HP-UX For Sun UNIX Color Upgrade Kit DesignJet 230/250C and 330/350C C3131A C3133A C3146A C3975A1 C3578A2 DesignJet 330/350C J2591A - - J2594A - - DesignJet 230/250C J2382B J2383B J2593A J2594A J2374C J2375C DesignJet 330 C3178A 10Ć28 Parts and Diagrams - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 231
card using the parallel connector. HP 9000 workstations, series 300, 400, 700. IBM AT, IBM PS/2, IBM PC/XT and compatible computers. HP Part Number DesignJet 330/350C DesignJet 230/250C 92284A Cable length 2.1 m (6.9 ft) Connector type at computer end of cable 25-pin male C2950A C2951A - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 232
Macintosh Plus, SE, II Series, Classic, LC family, Quadra family, PowerBook, PowerMac Apple Macintosh 128K and 512K Extension cable HP Part Number DesignJet DesignJet 330/350C 230/250C 17302A 17302A Cable length 1.5 m (4.9 ft) Connector type at computer end of cable 8-pin male mini-DIN 92219M - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 233
11 Support Services 11Ć1 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 234
list. Resource HP FIRST Fax HP Download Service (BBS: Bulletin Board Service) CompuServe (HP FORUM) Internet Drivers by mail US Support Resources Support provided and notes Phone/fax/ftp number Detailed product support information on common software applications and troubleshooting tips. All - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 235
of supplies and accessories directly from HP. (800) 538-8787 6am - 5pm (PST) Parts Identification Assistance in identifying service parts. (916) 783-0804 M Tu W Th: 6am - 3pm (MST) Friday: 6am - 2pm (MST) Support Materials Organization Ordering of manuals and service parts directly from HP - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 236
Board Service) Support provided and notes Detailed product support information on common software applications and troubleshooting tips. All sent by fax. Must call using a Group 3 fax machine. Electronic downloading of HP product information, troubleshooting hints and updated HP plotter driver - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 237
or ftp-boi.external.hp.com Name: anonymous Password: your e-mail address World-Wide Web: http://www-dmo.external. hp.com/peripherals/main. html A quarterly CD-ROM subscription service from HP. This online system provides technical information, product information and software drivers. UK: (0800 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 238
Product Details HP Support-Pack HP SupportPack is a three-year on-site service agreement which you can buy within 30 days of purchasing your plotter. With HP SupportPack, you can protect your investment and ensure its maximum availability. Your dealer can supply information about HP SupportPack - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 239
provided Technical support with repair information. European Response Centers Country Netherlands United Kingdom France Germany Italy Spain Phone number (+31) 20 547 9666 (+44) 1344 366366 (+33) 1 69 82 60 60 (+49) 2102 90 6143 (+39) 2 92 122 778 (+34) 1 631 16 01 / Czech Republic Greece Hungary - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 240
Hewlett-Packard support services in Asia-Pacific Resource HP FIRST Fax HP Download Service (BBS: Bulletin Board Service)) Internet HP Support Assistant (CD-ROM) Asia-Pacific Support Resources Support provided and notes Phone/fax/ftp number Detailed product support information on common software - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 241
Resource HP Fulfilment Service Asia-Pacific Support Resources (continued) Support provided and notes Latest drivers. Phone/fax/ftp number Australia: Tel: (612) 565 6099 Fax: (612) 519 5631 Hours of operation Japan Tel: (03) 5346 1891 Korea Tel: (82-2) 3452 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 242
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Glossary GlossaryĆ1 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 244
to minimize data errors when data are transferred. ... (Part of a definition from The Harper Collins Dictionary of Computer Terms, E Ian R. Sinclair 1991.) cmąCentimeter(s). Customer EngineersąHP field support engineers. D/A1Ćsize plottersąModels C3190A and C4694A. data displayąService monitor. dB - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 245
software and do not need to be rasterized by the plotter itself. ftąfoot/feet halfĆtoningąThe placement of dots to create a visual effect of different colors or different shades of gray. helical gearąRightĆhand driveĆroller gear. HPąHewlettĆPackard. HPĆGLąPrecursor of HPĆGL/2. HPĆGL/2ąHewlett - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 246
whereby ink is pumped to the cartridges from a reservoir that does not move with the carriage. PALąProgrammable Array Logic. paletteą A set of pens for which width and % shading are defined using the setup sheet or the graphics software. paper axisąMedia axis (XĆaxis). parityąAn errorĆchecking - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 247
instead of print cartridge." pinchĆarm leverąPinchĆwheel lever, mediaĆjam lever. PJLąPrinter Job Language, developed by HewlettĆPackard to give software applications more jobĆlevel device control and to provide device status information to the application. platen rollerąDrive roller. plot quality - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 248
InĆline Memory Module. skewąMisalignment. special paperąA paper specifically developed by HP, for HP inkjet plotters. SPROCąServoĆProcessor Code. swathąThat portion of a drawing plotted between advances of the drive roller in Fast mode. (In Best mode, the drive roller advances half a swath at a time - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 249
Index IndexĆ1 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 250
specifications, 2Ć3 addressable dpi, 5Ć8, GlossaryĆ2 adjusting, carriage, 5Ć7 when bail lift mechanism fails, 8Ć31 aligning cartridges, 8Ć30, 8Ć57 Align Cartridge(s) key, 3Ć12 alignment, 8Ć61 black cartridge, 7Ć2 error DesignJet 230/250C, 8Ć12 DesignJet 330/350C, 8Ć18 ALT key in service mode - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 251
5Ć14 cables, 10Ć29 plotter architecture, 5Ć12 black area fills, 8Ć58 cartridge alignment, 7Ć2 number of plots, service configuration plot DesignJet 230/250C, 8Ć49 DesignJet 330/350C, 8Ć50 bleeding, 8Ć61 blooming, 8Ć61 blotchy area fills, 8Ć58 brush, antiĆstatic, 5Ć5 bushings, 8Ć31 carriage guidance - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 252
9Ć3 codes, error HP DesignJet 230 and 250C, 8Ć6 to 8Ć12 HP DesignJet 330 and 350C, 8Ć13 to 8Ć18 color, 3Ć14 cartridge test, 7Ć2 cartridges, 8Ć58 configuration frontĆpanel keys, 7Ć7 key, 8Ć29 hue changes, 8Ć60 inks, 8Ć61 misaligned, 8Ć61 number of plots, service configuration plot DesignJet 230/250C - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 253
, 8Ć57 correction factor, DesignJet 230/250C, 8Ć49 faulty, 8Ć57 gear, GlossaryĆ3 problem DesignJet 230/250C, 8Ć11 DesignJet 330/350C, 8Ć16 removing, 6Ć25 pulley, removing, 6Ć40 radius, 8Ć57 reinstalling, 6Ć42 removing, 6Ć41 drivers, GlossaryĆ3 cartridge, 5Ć12 motor, 5Ć12 software, 1Ć2 IndexĆ5 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 254
, service configuration plot DesignJet 230/250C, 8Ć49 DesignJet 330/350C, 8Ć50 error, 8Ć27 DesignJet 230/250C, 8Ć9 DesignJet 330/350C, 8Ć15 model ID, configuration procedure, 8Ć28 electrical contact, cartridge, 8Ć57 error DesignJet 230/250C, 8Ć11 DesignJet 330/350C, 8Ć17 specifications, 2Ć2 test - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 255
DesignJet 230/250C, 8Ć8 DesignJet 330/350C, 8Ć14 servo XĆaxis DesignJet 230/250C, 8Ć9 DesignJet 330/350C, 8Ć15 YĆaxis DesignJet 230/250C, 8Ć10 DesignJet 330/350C, 8Ć16 XĆaxis calibration DesignJet 230/250C, 8Ć11 DesignJet 330/350C, 8Ć16 error codes HP DesignJet 230 and 250C, 8Ć6 flashing 13, 8Ć7 - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 256
PCA, 5Ć13 keys, 8Ć35 DesignJet 230/250C, 3Ć12 DesignJet 330/350C, 3Ć13 keys and LEDs, service mode, 7Ć5 LEDs, 8Ć35 DesignJet 230/250C, 3Ć12 DesignJet 330/350C, 3Ć13 overlay, part numbers, 10Ć27 PCA, 5Ć16 plotter architecture, 5Ć12 test, 8Ć42 keys to press DesignJet 230/250C, 7Ć6 DesignJet 330/350C - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 257
/output interfaces, 5Ć14 test, DesignJet 230/250C, 8Ć43 frontĆpanel keys, DesignJet 230/250C, 7Ć6 installation and configuration, chapter 3 installing a RAM or ROM SIMM, 6Ć4 interface to networks, part numbers, 10Ć28 interfaces baud rate, 3Ć14 BiĆTronics, 1Ć3 cables, 2Ć2 part numbers, 10Ć29 input - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 258
8Ć49 last system error, 8Ć49, 8Ć50 LED, GlossaryĆ4 carriage, 5Ć7 LEDs, 7Ć3, 8Ć3, 8Ć35 DesignJet 230/250C, 3Ć12 DesignJet 330/350C, 3Ć13 left endĆcover, removing, 6Ć9 legs, 1Ć4 assembling, 3Ć5 length of lines, 7Ć8 length of plotter, 2Ć3 letter, plotter revision, 9Ć2 library error, DesignJet 330/350C - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 259
GlossaryĆ4 mirror, 3Ć14 setup sheet, 3Ć15, 3Ć16 misaligned colors, 8Ć61 mispositioned, trailing cable, 8Ć33 modular test, 8Ć45 frontĆpanel keys DesignJet 230/250C, 7Ć6 DesignJet 330/350C, 7Ć7 moisture, on plotter, 4Ć2 C4699Ć90000 monitor mode, GlossaryĆ4 mono configuration frontĆpanel keys, 7Ć7 key - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 260
halfĆtoning, 3Ć14 PC, GlossaryĆ5 HP Palmtop, 8Ć36 PCA, GlossaryĆ5 carriage, 5Ć16 frontĆpanel, 5Ć16 pen, GlossaryĆ5 palette, 3Ć14 settings, setup sheet, 3Ć15, 3Ć16 pens alignment, (cartridges), 8Ć56 number of, service configuration plot DesignJet 230/250C, 8Ć49 DesignJet 330/350C, 8Ć50 penĆtoĆpen - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 261
, 8Ć57 print cartridges, 5Ć7 print heads touching media, 8Ć60 touching service station, 8Ć57 print quality, 1Ć4, 7Ć2, 8Ć31, GlossaryĆ5 key, 3Ć12, 3Ć13 plot, 8Ć56 frontĆpanel keys, DesignJet 230/250C, 7Ć6 printing, 8Ć46 troubleshooting, 8Ć56 printĆmode characteristics, 5Ć8 problem solving, chapter - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 262
Ćfeed assembly, 6Ć8 service station, 6Ć28 spittoon DesignJet 230/250C, 6Ć23 DesignJet 330/350C, 6Ć24 top cover, 6Ć7 trailing cable, 6Ć34 trailingĆcable guide, 6Ć36 wiper blades, 6Ć6 repackaging kit, 10Ć26 repacking the plotter, plotter, 3Ć4 repaired assemblies, 10Ć2 replacement parts, 10Ć3 replacing - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 263
5Ć11, 8Ć35 removing, 6Ć28 testing, 8Ć37 tests, 8Ć35 service station servicing cartridges, 5Ć11 servo error XĆaxis DesignJet 230/250C, 8Ć9 DesignJet 330/350C, 8Ć15 YĆaxis DesignJet 230/250C, 8Ć10 DesignJet 330/350C, 8Ć16 processor, plotter architecture, 5Ć12 servo/encoder test, 8Ć53 frontĆpanel keys - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 264
, 4Ć2 slipping of belt, 8Ć10, 8Ć16, 8Ć59 smearing of ink, 8Ć60 software, 5Ć15 diagnostics, 7Ć5 drivers, 1Ć2 software/hardware guide, part number, 10Ć27 Solaris, 1Ć3 solving problems, chapter 8 sound power, 2Ć3 pressure, 2Ć3 special paper, GlossaryĆ6 LED, 3Ć12 print mode, 5Ć8 specifications accuracy - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 265
DesignJet 330/350C, 8Ć48 service, 8Ć35 servo/encoder, 8Ć53 thermistor circuit, 5Ć16 thetaĆZ error, 8Ć59, 8Ć60, GlossaryĆ6 thinĆfilm damage, 8Ć30 thirdĆparty ink, 3Ć14, 8Ć32 timeout, 3Ć14 HPGL, 8Ć32 Token Ring, 1Ć3, 10Ć28 tools, 6Ć3, 7Ć5 top cover, removing, 6Ć7 trailing cable, 5Ć16, 8Ć31, 8Ć35 guide - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 266
Windows driver, 8Ć8, 8Ć14 wiper blades, removing, 6Ć6 wipers blades, worn, 8Ć30 workstation, HP 712, 8Ć8, 8Ć14 X XĆaxis, GlossaryĆ6. See also media axis XĆaxis calibration XĆaxis calibration, GlossaryĆ6. error DesignJet 230/250C, 8Ć11 DesignJet 330/350C, 8Ć16 service configuration plot, DesignJet - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 267
the HP DesignJet 230 and 250C and introduces the HP DesignJet 330 and 350C. 1st edition, titled HP C4694A/C4695A/C3190A/C3191A HP DesignJet 230/250C Service Manual, June 1995 2nd edition, titled HP C4694A/C4695A/C3190A/C3191A/ C4701A/C4702A/C4699A/C4700A HP DesignJet 230/250C/330/350C Service Manual - HP Designjet 230 | Service Manual - Page 268
and C4702A) D HP DesignJet 350C plotters (models C4699A and C4700A) For information about using these plotters, refer to the corresponding user and quickĆreference guides. The procedures described in this manual are to be performed by HPĆqualified service personnel only. Recycled paper Printed in
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