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AR-M205 USER PROGRAMS 8-2
*2 On models with a dual function board.
*3 On models with automatic two-sided copying.
Program name
Program
No
Description
Default
Parameters
Layout in 2 IN 1 copy*
2
17
Use this setting to select the layout pattern when two original pages
are copied onto a single sheet of paper.
are copied onto a single sheet of paper.
Pattern 1
1 (Pattern 1)
2 (Pattern 2)
Layout in 4 IN 1 copy*
2
18
Use this setting to select the layout pattern when four original pages
are copied onto a single sheet of paper.
are copied onto a single sheet of paper.
Pattern 1
1 (Pattern 1)
2 (Pattern 2)
3 (Pattern 3)
4 (Pattern 4)
Offset of paper output tray
19
When enabled, this function offsets the position in the output tray of
interrupt copy jobs and sets of copies during sort/group copy.
interrupt copy jobs and sets of copies during sort/group copy.
ON
0 (OFF)
1 (ON)
Image rotation in duplex
copying*
copying*
3
20
When a one-sided portrait original is placed in a horizontal
orientation (8-1/2" x 11" or 8-1/2" x 14" size) for two-sided copying,
the top and bottom of the images on the front and back of the paper
will be opposite to each other,
orientation (8-1/2" x 11" or 8-1/2" x 14" size) for two-sided copying,
the top and bottom of the images on the front and back of the paper
will be opposite to each other,
OFF
0 (OFF)
1 (ON)
Location of the margin*
2,
*
3
21
Use this setting to switch between the margin at the top edge and
the margin at the left edge.
the margin at the left edge.
Left edge
1 (Left edge)
2 (Top edge)
Margin width*
2
22
Use this setting to set the margin width.
1/2" (10mm)
1 (0" (0mm))
2 (1/4" (5mm))
3 (1/2" (10mm))
4 (3/4" (15mm))
5 (1" (20mm))
Resolution in Auto/Text
mode
mode
23
The copy resolution in auto and text mode is normally 300 dpi.
If high-quality copies are preferred, use this setting to change the
resolution to 600 dpi.
If high-quality copies are preferred, use this setting to change the
resolution to 600 dpi.
300dpi
1 (300dpi)
2 (600dpi)
Memory allocated to
printer mode*
printer mode*
2
24
Use this to change the proportion of IMC memory used for printer
mode.
mode.
50%
1 (30%)
2 (40%)
3 (50%)
4 (60%)
5 (70%)
Key auto repeat
25
Use this setting to select whether or not holding down a key causes
repeated input of the key. For keys that normally cause a set value to
increase when held down (for example, holding down the [ZOOM]
key (
repeated input of the key. For keys that normally cause a set value to
increase when held down (for example, holding down the [ZOOM]
key (
,
)), this program can be used to have the set value not
change when the key is held down.
ON
0 (OFF)
1 (ON)
Key press time
26
Use this setting to select how long a key must be pressed for the
input to be accepted. By selecting a longer time, you can prevent
settings from being changed by the accidental pressing of a key.
input to be accepted. By selecting a longer time, you can prevent
settings from being changed by the accidental pressing of a key.
Minimum
(current
response
speed)
1 (Minimum
(current response speed))
(current response speed))
2 (0.5sec)
3 (1.0sec)
4 (1.5sec)
5 (2.0sec)
Audible signals volume
27
This sets the volume of beep signals.
Low
(current
volume)
1 (Low (current volume))
2 (High)
3 (OFF)
Base setting beep signal
28
Use this to sound a beep when a base setting is selected.
OFF
0 (OFF)
1 (ON)
Number of copies limit
29
Use this setting to select 99 or 999 for the maximum number of
copies.
copies.
999 copies
1 (99 copies)
2 (999 copies)
2 IN 1 copy
Pattern 2
Pattern 1
4 IN 1 copy
Pattern 1
Pattern 2
Pattern 3
Pattern 4
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AR-M205 USER PROGRAMS 8-3
2. Setting the user programs
1) Hold down the [Light] key (
) until the alarm indicators
(
, , , , )
blink.
•"- -" appears in the display.
2) Enter the program number with the numeric keys.
•See "USER PROGRAMS" for the program numbers.
•The selected program number blinks.
•To select "Auto clear timer", press the [1] key.
Note: If you enter the wrong number, press the [CLEAR] key (
) and
then enter the correct number.
3) Press the [START] key (
).
•The selected program number stops blinking and lights steadily.
•The currently selected setting code blinks in the 1st digit of the
•The currently selected setting code blinks in the 1st digit of the
display.
4) Enter the desired setting code by pressing a numeric key.
•For the setting codes, see "USER PROGRAMS".
•The selected setting code blinks.
•The selected setting code blinks.
•To select 90 seconds, press the [5] key.
Note: If you enter the wrong number, press the [CLEAR] key (
) and
return to step 2).
5) Press the [START] key (
).
•The selected setting code stops blinking and lights steadily.
Note: To select a setting for another user program, press the [CLEAR]
key (
) and then return o step 2).
6) Press the [Light] key (
) to complete the settings.
•The alarm indicators (
,
,
,
,
) go off and the display
returns to the number of copies display.
3. Toner cartridge life
To find out the approximate quantity of toner remaining, follow the
procedure below.
procedure below.
1) Press and hold the light key for more than 5 seconds until all the
alarm indicators (
,
,
,
, and
) blink and "--" appears in
the copy quantity display.
2) Press and hold the copy ratio display key for more than 5 seconds.
•The approximate quantity of toner remaining will be indicated as a
percent in the copy quantity display. ("100", "75", "50", "25", "10" or
"LO" is displayed. When "LO" is displayed, the toner is down to less
"LO" is displayed. When "LO" is displayed, the toner is down to less
than 10%.)
3) Press the light key.
•All the alarm indicators will go out.
Program name
Program
No
Description
Default
Parameters
Use close paper size
30
When this function is enabled, printing in printer mode will
automatically continue using a different size of paper if the specified
size of paper runs out in all trays. This feature does not function in
copy mode.
automatically continue using a different size of paper if the specified
size of paper runs out in all trays. This feature does not function in
copy mode.
OFF
0 (OFF)
1 (ON)
Default tray setting
31
Use this program to select a default tray. This tray is automatically
selected each time the power is turned on or each time the machine
reverts to the initial settings.
selected each time the power is turned on or each time the machine
reverts to the initial settings.
Tray 1
1 (Tray 1)
2 (Tray 2)
3 (Tray 3)
4 (Tray 4)
5 (Bypass tray)
Default exposure mode
32
Use this program to set "AUTO", "TEXT", or "PHOTO" as the default
exposure mode.
exposure mode.
AUTO
1 (AUTO)
2 (TEEXT)
3 (PHOTO)
USB2.0 mode switch
33
Used to switch USB2.0 mode between Full-Speed and High-Speed. Full-Speed 1(Full-Speed)
2(High-Speed)
1 3 5
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AR-M205 TROUBLE CODE LIST 9-1
[9]TROUBLE CODE LIST
1.Trouble code list
2.Details of trouble codes
Main code
Sub
code
Content
E1
00
IMC PWB communication trouble
10
IMC PWB trouble
11
IMC ASIC error
13
IMC PWB flash ROM error
16
IMC PWB DIMM memory read/write check error
81
Interface error in communication with IMC PWB
(Parity)
(Parity)
82
Interface error in communication with IMC PWB
(Overrun)
(Overrun)
84
Interface error in communication with IMC PWB
(Framing)
(Framing)
E7
01
Duplex model memory error
02
LSU trouble
10
Shading trouble (Black correction)
11
Shading trouble (White correction)
12
Shading trouble
16
Abnormal laser output
F2
04
Improper cartridge (destination error, life cycle
error)
error)
Identification error
Model error
Type error
Destination error
Data abnormality
Misc error
F5
02
Copy lamp lighting abnormality
H2
00
Thermistor open
H3
00
Heat roller high temperature detection
H4
00
Heat roller low temperature detection
L1
00
Scanner feed trouble
L3
00
Scanner return trouble
L4
01
Main motor lock detection
11
Shifter motor trouble
L6
10
Polygon motor lock detection
L8
01
No full wave signal
U2
04
EEPROM read/write error (serial communication
error)
error)
11
Counter check sum error (EEPROM)
12
Adjustment value check sum error (EEPROM)
40
CRUM chip communication error
--
Auditor NOT READY
CH ON
None Side door open
CH Blink
None Developing cartridge not installed
Main
code
code
Sub
code
Details of trouble
E1
00
Content
IMC PWB communication trouble
Detail
An abnormality occurs in communication
between the MCU PWB and the IMC PWB.
between the MCU PWB and the IMC PWB.
Cause
IMC PWB-MCU PWB harness abnormality
MCU PWB connector disconnection
IMC PWB ROM defect/data abnormality
MCU PWB connector disconnection
IMC PWB ROM defect/data abnormality
Check
and
remedy
and
remedy
Check connection of the connector and the
harness between the IMC PWB and the MCU
PWB.
Check the ROM of the IMC PWB.
harness between the IMC PWB and the MCU
PWB.
Check the ROM of the IMC PWB.
10
Content
IMC PWB trouble
Detail
An abnormality occurs in the IMC PWB.
Cause
USB chip error/CODEC error on the IMC PWB
Check
and
remedy
and
remedy
Replace the IMC PWB with a new one.
11
Content
IMC ASIC error
Detail
An abnormality occurs in the IMC PWB.
Cause
Abnormality in ASIC on the IMC PWB
Check
and
remedy
and
remedy
Replace the IMC PWB with a new one.
13
Content
IMC PWB flash ROM error
Detail
An abnormality occurs in the IMC flash ROM.
Cause
IMC PWB abnormality
Check
and
remedy
and
remedy
Replace the IMC PWB with a new one.
If downloading of the program is abnormally
terminated, it may cause an error. Download
the program again to avoid this.
If downloading of the program is abnormally
terminated, it may cause an error. Download
the program again to avoid this.
16
Content
IMC PWB DIMM memory read/write check
error
error
Detail
An installation error occurs in the IMC
expansion compression memory module.
An error occurs during access to the IMC
expansion compression memory.
expansion compression memory module.
An error occurs during access to the IMC
expansion compression memory.
Cause
Improper installation of the IMC expansion
memory module.
IMC expansion memory module abnormality
IMC expansion memory contact abnormality
IMC PWB abnormality.
memory module.
IMC expansion memory module abnormality
IMC expansion memory contact abnormality
IMC PWB abnormality.
Check
and
remedy
and
remedy
Check installation of the expansion memory
module.
Replace the expansion memory module.
Replace the IMC PWB with a new one.
module.
Replace the expansion memory module.
Replace the IMC PWB with a new one.
81
Content
Interface error (Parity) in communication with
the IMC PWB
the IMC PWB
Detail
A parity error occurs in communication
between the MCU PWB and the IMC PWB.
between the MCU PWB and the IMC PWB.
Cause
IMC PWB-MCU PWB harness defect
Improper connection of the MCU PWB
connector
IMC PWB ROM defect/data abnormality"
Improper connection of the MCU PWB
connector
IMC PWB ROM defect/data abnormality"
Check
and
remedy
and
remedy
Check connection of the connector/harness
between the IMC PWB and the MCU PWB.
Check the ROM of the IMC PWB.
between the IMC PWB and the MCU PWB.
Check the ROM of the IMC PWB.
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AR-M205 TROUBLE CODE LIST 9-2
E1
82
Content
Interface error (Overrun) in communication with
the IMC PWB
the IMC PWB
Detail
An overrun error occurs in communication
between the MCU PWB and the IMC PWB.
between the MCU PWB and the IMC PWB.
Cause
IMC PWB-MCU PWB harness defect
Improper connection of the MCU PWB
connector
IMC PWB ROM defect/data abnormality.
Improper connection of the MCU PWB
connector
IMC PWB ROM defect/data abnormality.
Check
and
remedy
and
remedy
Check connection of the connector/harness
between the IMC PWB and the MCU PWB.
Check the ROM of the IMC PWB.
between the IMC PWB and the MCU PWB.
Check the ROM of the IMC PWB.
84
Content
Interface error (Framing) in communication with
the IMC PWB
the IMC PWB
Detail
A framing error occurs in communication
between the MCU PWB and the IMC PWB.
between the MCU PWB and the IMC PWB.
Cause
IMC PWB-MCU PWB harness defect
Improper connection of the MCU PWB
connector
IMC PWB ROM defect/data abnormality.
Improper connection of the MCU PWB
connector
IMC PWB ROM defect/data abnormality.
Check
and
remedy
and
remedy
Check connection of the connector/harness
between the IMC PWB and the MCU PWB.
Check the ROM of the IMC PWB.
between the IMC PWB and the MCU PWB.
Check the ROM of the IMC PWB.
E7
01
Content
Duplex model memory error
Detail
The memory capacity for the duplex model
machine is improper. Insufficient memory
capacity
machine is improper. Insufficient memory
capacity
Cause
The memory capacity of the MCU PWB is
improper.
improper.
Check
and
remedy
and
remedy
Use SIM 26-39 to check that the memory
capacity is 32MB. If it is not 32MB, replace the
MCU PWB with a suitable one.
capacity is 32MB. If it is not 32MB, replace the
MCU PWB with a suitable one.
02
Content
LSU trouble
Detail
The BD signal from the LSU cannot be
detected in a certain cycle. (Always OFF or
always ON)
detected in a certain cycle. (Always OFF or
always ON)
Cause
LSU connector or LSU harness defect or
disconnection
Polygon motor rotation abnormality
Laser beams are not generated.
MCU PWB abnormality.
disconnection
Polygon motor rotation abnormality
Laser beams are not generated.
MCU PWB abnormality.
Check
and
remedy
and
remedy
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.
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.
10
Content
Shading trouble (Black correction)
Detail
The CCD black scan level is abnormal when
the shading.
the shading.
Cause
Improper connection of the CCD unit flat cable
CCD unit abnormality
MCU PWB abnormality.
CCD unit abnormality
MCU PWB abnormality.
Check
and
remedy
and
remedy
Check connection of the CCD unit flat cable.
Check the CCD unit."
Check the CCD unit."
Main
code
code
Sub
code
Details of trouble
E7
11
Content
Shading trouble (White correction)
Detail
The CCD white scan level is abnormal when
the shading.
the shading.
Cause
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
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
Check
and
remedy
and
remedy
Clean the mirror, lens, and the reference white
plate.
Check the light quantity and lighting status of
the copy lamp (SIM 05-03).
Check the MCU PWB.
plate.
Check the light quantity and lighting status of
the copy lamp (SIM 05-03).
Check the MCU PWB.
12
Content
Shading trouble
Detail
White correction is not completed in the
specified number of operations.
specified number of operations.
Cause
CCD unit flat cable connection failure.
Dirt on mirrors, lenses, and the reference white
plate.
Copy lamp lighting abnormality
CCD unit abnormality
MCU PWB abnormality
Dirt on mirrors, lenses, and the reference white
plate.
Copy lamp lighting abnormality
CCD unit abnormality
MCU PWB abnormality
Check
and
remedy
and
remedy
Clean mirrors, lenses, and the reference white
plate.
Check the copy lamp light quantity (SIM 05-03)
and lighting.
Check the CCD unit.
Check the MCU PWB.
plate.
Check the copy lamp light quantity (SIM 05-03)
and lighting.
Check the CCD unit.
Check the MCU PWB.
16
Content
Abnormal laser output
Detail
When the laser output is stopped, HSYNC is
detected.
detected.
Cause
Laser abnormality
MCU PWB abnormality.
MCU PWB abnormality.
Check
and
remedy
and
remedy
Check the laser emitting diode operation.
Replace the MCU PWB. "
Replace the MCU PWB. "
F2
04
Content
Improper cartridge (Destination error, life cycle
error)
error)
Detail
The destination of the machine differs from that
of the CRUM.
The life cycle information is other than "Not
used (FFh)."
of the CRUM.
The life cycle information is other than "Not
used (FFh)."
Cause
CRUM chip defect
Improper developing unit
Improper developing unit
Check
and
remedy
and
remedy
Replace the CRUM chip.
Replace the developing unit.
Replace the developing unit.
Identificat
ion error
ion error
The trade mark code of the CRUM differs.
The company code of the CRUM differs.
The company code of the CRUM differs.
Model
error
error
The boot program model code does not
coincide with the CRUM model code.
coincide with the CRUM model code.
Type error When the CRUM type is other than genuine/
conversion/production rotation.
Destinatio
n error
n error
The machine destination differs from the
CRUM destination.
CRUM destination.
Data
abnormali
ty
abnormali
ty
When an error value is included in the initial
check information. When the max. toner supply
time is 00.
When the print hard stop is 00.
check information. When the max. toner supply
time is 00.
When the print hard stop is 00.
Misc error When the Misc information is other than "Not
used (FFh)."
Main
code
code
Sub
code
Details of trouble
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