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1.3.17 Cartridge IC Communication Check (Maintenance mode 57)
< Function >
This function checks the applicable cartridge, color information, destination, size and
data version in the IC chip built in an ink cartridge.
< Operating Procedure >
(1) Press the
5
and
7
keys in this order in the initial stage of the maintenance mode.
The "IC_ACT ALL" appears on the LCD.
To check whether the cartridge is applicable, press the
1
key.
The "IC_ACT ALL" appears on the LCD.
To check the color information of the cartridge, press the
2
key.
The "IC_COL ALL" appears on the LCD.
To check the destination of the cartridge, press the
3
key.
The "IC_AREA ALL" appears on the LCD.
To check the cartridge size, press the
4
key.
The "IC_SIZE ALL" appears on the LCD.
To check the data version of the cartridge, press the
5
key.
The "IC_VER BLACK" appears on the LCD.
(2) Select the slot number of the cartridge to be checked, using the or key.
ALL: all colors (except MAIN)
BLACK: black
MAGENTA: magenta
CYAN: cyan
YELLOW: yellow
MAIN: IC chip in the machine
Note:
The color displayed on the LCD indicates not the cartridge color but the
cartridge slot color position.
(3) Press the
Mono Start
key.
If checking is successfully completed, the LCD shows "OK."
If any error is detected, the LCD shows the corresponding error code as shown
below. Press the
X
key to return the machine to the initial stage of the maintenance
mode.
Display
Causes
NG0 to NG99
Failure of IC integrated in the machine
NG100 to NG199
No response from the IC
- Ink cartridge not loaded
- No IC in the ink cartridge
- IC contact defective
NG200 to NG299
Wrong response result from the IC
NG300 to NG399
Succeeded in verifying IC, but the information judged as
mismatching
- Loading mistake
