Sharp AR5520 with list Error Codes and Epson L132 Adjustment Program

Sharp AR5520 Printer with list Error Codes and Epson L132 Adjustment Program

– Printer model: Sharp AR5520
– Error codes on Sharp AR5520 with details instruction fixing:

Code: CH Blink
Description: Developing cartridge not installed. The developing cartridge is not installed. Communication with the CRUM cannot be made in initial check of the CRUM.
Causes: Developing unit disconnection MCU PWB abnormality CRUM chip abnormality
Troubleshooting Guides: Check installation of the developing unit. Replace the MCU PWB.

Code: CH ON
Description: The side door is open.
Causes: Side door sensor abnormality MCU PWB abnormality
Troubleshooting Guides: Check that all the side doors are closed. Replace the MCU PWB.

Code: E7 01
Description: Duplex model memory error/ Image data error. 1. The memory capacity for the duplex model machine is wrong. Insufficient memory capacity. 2. Duplex setting is set for a single surface model.
Causes: 1. The memory capacity on the MCU PWB is wrong. 2. Setting for a single surface model is wrong.
Troubleshooting Guides: 1. Use SIM26-39 to check to confirm that the memory capacity is 64MB. If it is not 64MB, replace the MCU PWB. 2. If SIM26-04 is set to 1, change the setting to 0. If it is 0, replace the MCU PWB.

Code: E7 02
Description: LSU trouble. The BD signal from the LSU cannot be detected in a certain cycle. (Always OFF or always ON)
Causes: LSU connector or LSU harness defect or disconnection Polygon motor rotation abnormality Laser beams are not generated. MCU PWB abnormality.
Troubleshooting Guides: Check connection of the LSU connector. Execute SIM 61-03 to check the LSU operations. Check that the polygon motor rotates normally. Check that the laser emitting diode generates laser beams. Replace the LSU unit. Replace the MCU PWB.

Code: E7 06
Description: Image data decode error. Image expansion error
Causes: MCU PWB abnormality USB cable trouble
Troubleshooting Guides: Replace the MCU PWB. Replace the USB cable.

Code: E7 10
Description: Shading trouble (Black correction). The CCD black scan level is abnormal when the shading.
Causes: Improper connection of the CCD unit flat cable CCD unit abnormality MCU PWB abnormality.
Troubleshooting Guides: Check connection of the CCD unit flat cable. Check the CCD unit.

Code: E7 11
Description: Shading trouble (White correction). The CCD white scan level is abnormal when the shading.
Causes: Improper connection of the CCD unit flat cable Dirt on the mirror, the lens, and the reference white plate Copy lamp lighting abnormality CCD unit abnormality MCU PWB abnormality (When occurred in the SPF scan position.) Improper installation of the mirror unit
Troubleshooting Guides: Clean the mirror, the lens, and the reference white plate. Check lighting and the light quantity of the copy lamp (SIM05-03). Check the CCD unit. Check the MCU PWB.

Code: E7 16
Description: Abnormal laser output. When the laser output is stopped, HSYNC is detected.
Causes: Laser abnormality MCU PWB abnormality.
Troubleshooting Guides: Replace the LSU. Replace the MCU PWB.

Code: F2 02
Description: Toner supply abnormality Detail When toner near end is detected with the toner supply time of 50% or less. When the toner supply time exceeds 300%.
Causes: ATC sensor abnormality Toner supply abnormality
Troubleshooting Guides: Replace the toner cartridge. Replace the developing unit.

Code: F2 04
Description: •Improper cartridge (Destination error, life cycle error) •Identific t ion error •Model error •Type error •Destination error •Data abnormality •Misc error Detail •The destination of the machine differs from that of the CRUM. •The trade mark code of the CRUM differs. •The company code of the CRUM differs. •The boot program model code does not coincide with the CRUM model code. •When the CRUM type is other than genuine/ conversion/production rotation. •The machine destination differs from the CRUM destination.
Causes: CRUM chip defect Improper toner cartridge.
Troubleshooting Guides: Replace the toner cartridge.

Code: F2 40
Description: ATC sensor value abnormality
Causes: Connector connection trouble Toner cartridge installation trouble Sensor breakdown
Troubleshooting Guides: Connect the connector again. Install the developing unit again. Replace the developing unit with a normal one.

Code: F5 02
Description: Copy lamp lighting abnormality. The copy lamp does not turn on.
Causes: Copy lamp abnormality Copy lamp harness abnormality CCD PWB harness abnormality.
Troubleshooting Guides: Use SIM 5-3 to check the copy lamp operations. When the copy lamp lights up. Check the harness and the connector between the CCD unit and the MCU PWB. When the copy lamp does not light up. Check the harness and the connector between the copy lamp unit and the MCU PWB. Replace the copy lamp unit. Replace the MCU PWB. ‘

Code: H2 00
Description: The thermistor is open. The fusing unit is not installed.
Causes: Thermistor abnormality Control PWB abnormality Fusing section connector disconnection The fusing unit is not installed.
Troubleshooting Guides: Check the harness and the connector between the thermistor and the PWB. Cancel the trouble with SIM 14.

Code: H3 00
Description: Heat roller high temperature detection. The fusing temperature exceeds 240C°.
Causes: Thermistor abnormality Control PWB abnormality Fusing section connector disconnection.
Troubleshooting Guides: Use SIM 5-02 to check the heater lamp blinking operation. When the lamp blinks normally. Check the thermistor and its harness. Check the thermistor input circuit on the control PWB. When the lamp keeps ON. Check the power PWB and the lamp control circuit on the MCU PWB. Cancel the trouble with SIM 14.

Code: H4 00
Description: Heat roller low temperature detection. When the fusing temperature is 150C° or less in 55 sec from starting warming-up. When the warm-up complete temperature is not reached in 30 sec from reaching 150C°. When the fusing temperature is less than 100C° in 20 sec from the ready state. When the fusing temperature is less than 145C° for more than 300ms in the ready state or in printing. When the fusing temperature is less than 100C° for more than 300ms in the standby mode at a low temperature.
Causes: Thermistor abnormality Heater lamp abnormality Thermostat abnormality Control PWB abnormality
Troubleshooting Guides: Use SIM 5-02 to check the heater lamp blinking operation. When the lamp blinks normally. Check the thermistor and its harness. Check the thermistor input circuit on the control PWB. When the lamp does not light up. Check for disconnection of the heater lamp and the thermostat. Check the interlock switch. Check the power PWB and the lamp control circuit on the MCU PWB. Cancel the trouble with SIM 14.

Code: H5 01
Description: 5 continuous POUT not-reached error. When 5 continuous not-reached jams to the paper exit sensor (POUT) occur. The jam counter is backed up and it is used in a job after turning on the power.
Causes: Jam paper is not removed from the fusing unit. (Jam paper remains.) Paper exit sensor breakdown or harness connection trouble Fusing unit installation trouble
Troubleshooting Guides: Check for jam paper remaining in the fusing unit. (winding, etc.) Check the POUT sensor harness, and check installation of the fusing unit. Use SIM14 to clear the self diag display.

Code: L1 00
Description: Scanner feed trouble Detail Though the specified steps of motor pulses are outputted, the mirror home position sensor remains ON.
Causes: Mirror unit abnormality The scanner wire is disconnected. The origin detection sensor abnormality Mirror motor harness abnormality
Troubleshooting Guides: Use SIM 1-1 to check the mirror reciprocating operations. When the mirror does not feed. Check for disconnection of the scanner wire. Check the harness and the connector between the mirror motor and the MCU PWB. Replace the mirror unit. Replace the MCU PWB. When the mirror does feed. Use SIM 1-2 to check the mirror home position sensor.

Code: L3 00
Description: Scanner return trouble. Though the specified steps of motor pulses are outputted, the mirror home position sensor does not turn ON.
Causes: Mirror unit abnormality Scanner wire disconnection Origin detection sensor abnormality Mirror motor harness abnormality
Troubleshooting Guides: Use SIM 1-1 to check the mirror reciprocating operations. When the mirror does not return. Check for disconnection of the scanner wire. Check the harness and the connector between the mirror motor and the MCU PWB. Replace the mirror unit. Replace the MCU PWB. When the mirror does feed. Use SIM 1-2 to check the mirror home position sensor.

– Sharp AR5520 printer Error Codes and quick guide on repairing:

Code: L4 01
Description: Main motor lock detection. The main motor does not rotate. After rotation of the main motor, the motor lock signal is detected for 1 sec or more. During rotation of the main motor, the motor lock signal is detected for 1 sec. When the main motor is stopped, the motor lock signal is not detected for 5sec or more. (Though the motor is stationary, it is judged as stable rotation.)
Causes: Main motor unit abnormality Improper connection or disconnection the main motor and the harness. MCU PWB abnormality
Troubleshooting Guides: Use SIM 25-01 to check the main motor operations. Check connection of the main motor harness/ connector. Replace the main motor. Replace the MCU PWB.

Code: L4 31
Description: Fusing fan lock detection. The fusing fan does not rotate. Sampling is performed in 50msec interval, and the normal signal cannot be detected 5 times continuously in 1 sec.
Causes: Fan trouble or harness contact trouble and disconnection
Troubleshooting Guides: Use SIM05-02 to check the operations of the fusing fan motor. Heck connection of the fan harness and the connector. Replace the fan. Replace the MCU PWB.

Code: L4 32
Description: PSFAN lock detection. The PSFAN does not rotate. Sampling is performed in 50msec interval, and the normal signal cannot be detected 5 times continuously in 1 sec.
Causes: Fan trouble or harness contact trouble and disconnection
Troubleshooting Guides: Check connection of the fan harness and the connector. Replace the fan. Replace the MCU PWB.

Code: L6 10
Description: Polygon motor lock detection. The polygon motor does not rotate After shifting the polygon motor, the motor lock signal is detected for 20sec or more. During rotation of the polygon motor, the motor lock signal is detected for 1sec.
Causes: Polygon motor unit abnormality Improper connection or disconnection of the polygon motor and the harness. MCU PWB abnormality
Troubleshooting Guides: Use SIM 61-3 to check the polygon motor operations. Check connection of the polygon motor harness/connector. Replace the polygon motor.. Replace the MCU PWB.

Code: U2 04
Description: EEPROM read/write error (Serial communication error)
Causes: EEPROM abnormality
Troubleshooting Guides: Check that the EEPROM is properly set. Use SIM 16 to cancel the trouble. Replace the MCU PWB.

Code: U2 11
Description: Counter check sum error (EEPROM). Check sum error of the counter area in the EEPROM
Causes: EEPROM abnormality
Troubleshooting Guides: Check that the EEPROM is properly set. Use SIM 16 to cancel the trouble. Replace the MCU PWB.

Code: U2 12
Description: Adjustment value check sum error (EEPROM). Check sum error of the adjustment value area in the EEPROM
Causes: EEPROM abnormality
Troubleshooting Guides: Check that the EEPROM is properly set. Use SIM 16 to cancel the trouble. Replace the MCU PWB.

Code: U2 40
Description: CRUM chip communication error. An error occurs during communication between the MCU and the CRUM chip. The CRUM identification error occurs.
Causes: CRUM chip abnormality Developing unit disconnection MCU PWB abnormality
Troubleshooting Guides: Replace the toner cartridge. Check installation of the developing unit. Use SIM16 to cancel. Replace the MCU PWB.

Epson L132 Adjustment Program

– OS Support: only Windows Operating System.
– Because Adjprog.exe gets Hardware ID info => Antivirus will misunderstand Adjprog.exe is the virus ==> you need to disable antivirus before extract and run Epson L132 Adjustment Program or add to exclusion folder
– Limitation: Unlimited using on only 1 Computer.
– Epson L132 AdjProg or Epson L132 Adjustment Program or Epson L132 Adj Program, is a middleware developed by third-party software to supply for Epson L132 printer, making printer continuous printing without error.

– Epson L132 Adjustment Program is featured with clearing the waste ink counter, ultra-deep clean to clean the printhead, adjust the smoothness of the printhead, adjust the motor headers, and fix the errors: no printing, lack of colour printing, colour blur, prints with horizontal and vertical stripes…

Epson L132 Adjustment Functions:

– Bi-D Adjustment
– USB ID Input
– Initial Ink Charge
– Deep Cleaning the Print Head
– Reset Waste Ink Pad Counter
– Head ID Setting
– EEPROM initial setting
– Top margin Adjustment

Using Epson L132 Adjustment Program

– Choose printer model and usb connection

– Choose Particular Adjustment Mode

Using Epson L132 Adjustment Program Step 2

– Choose Waste Ink Pad Counter

Using Epson L132 Adjustment Program Step 4

– Read Waste Ink Pad Counter

Using Epson L132 Adjustment Program Step 5

– Reset Waste Ink Pad Counter

Using Epson L132 Adjustment Program Step 6

Active Epson L132 Adjustment Program

– Run Adjprog.exe, Copy L132 Hardware ID, send it to admin email : [email protected] to get serial key and then active Epson L132 Adjustment Program.