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9820/9830/9835 Service Manual

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM

SUGGESTED ACTION

Partially printed data

Check for status code on LCD.

 

Verify wide/narrow printhead adjustment.

 

Perform sensor display service test.

 

Verify ribbon installed correctly.

 

Confirm ribbon feed operation.

 

Clean printhead.

 

Confirm supply sensor operation.

 

Send a packet you know has no syntax errors.

Printing shadows or smears

Check status code on LCD.

 

Verify wide/narrow printhead adjustment.

 

Perform contrast sensor display service test using SENDFILE.

 

Verify supply installed correctly.

 

Verify ribbon installed correctly.

 

Confirm stock feed operation.

 

Confirm ribbon feed operation.

 

Clean printhead.

Light printing

Check status code on LCD.

 

Verify wide/narrow printhead adjustment.

 

Perform contrast sensor display service test using SENDFILE.

 

Adjust contrast.

 

Verify ribbon installed correctly.

 

Confirm ribbon feed operation.

 

Check platen roller surface.

 

Clean printhead.

Heavy printing

Check status code on LCD.

 

Perform contrast sensor display service test using SENDFILE.

 

Adjust contrast.

 

Verify correct stock/ribbon installed correctly.

 

Clean printhead.

Voids in printing

Check status code on LCD.

 

Confirm test label printhead operation.

 

Perform printhead sensor display service test using

 

SENDFILE.

 

Replace printhead.

 

Confirm fault via immediate command service test.

 

Confirm test label printer config parameters.

 

Verify communication DIP switch settings.

 

Send a corrected format packet.

 

Perform terminal data transfer tests.

 

Replace Control Board Assy.

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TC9830SM Rev. B 7/98 Confidential

July 1998

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Contents Monarch 9820/ 9830 Printers Table of Contents Diagnostics TroubleshootingTests and Adjustments TC9830SM Rev. B 7/98 ConfidentialUsing Flash Service ProceduresSupply Sensing Systems TC9830SM Rev. B 7/98 Confidential IiiAppendix B Connectors and Cables Appendix a Printer ERROR/STATUS CodesAppendix C Connector Locations Appendix D Model 928 Stacker Appendix E 926 Knife AssemblyList Of Tables Figure B CN 6 Transformer Output Power TC9830SM Rev. B 7/98 Confidential Vii Safety SummaryViii TC9830SM Rev. B 7/98 Confidential Printer Specifications Printer FeaturesPrinter Options July TC9830SM Rev. B 7/98 ConfidentialVersion 5.2 or Stock SpecificationsTC9830SM Rev. B 7/98 Confidential July Unpacking the Printer Setting DIP SwitchesDocumentation Connecting to a Host Fuse ReplacementUpper DIP Switches Exterior Rear SW2 and SW3 DIP Switch SettingsLower DIP Switches Overview of Modules Functional DescriptionPower Transformer Assembly Control Board AssemblyFunctional Description Memory Power ConversionPrinter Control Operator Control PanelPrint Assembly Feed Assembly Control Panel Assembly Supply Holder AssemblyPrinthead Locking Analyzing Failure During Power UP TroubleshootingEvaluation of a 616 Error DOT Shifting Failed Evaluation of a 704 Error OUT of SupplyEvaluation of a 755 Error Printhead Open Evaluation of a 754 Error OUT of RibbonEvaluation of a 765 Error Printhead Failure Evaluation of the Control Board AssyProblem Suggested Action General Troubleshooting SuggestionsSendfile POWER-UP SELF-TEST DiagnosticsTest Label Level Accessing Diagnostic Modes Service DiagnosticsData Dump Mode DiagnosticsPerforming a Virgin Printer Reset Diagnostics Test ModeSerial Loop Back Test Parallel Port TestDiagnostics Service Tests Tests and AdjustmentsContinuity Tests Platen Motor Gear Adjustment Print Contrast AdjustmentRibbon Tension Adjustment Eccentric And Locking Screw Checking Supply QualityTC9830SM Rev. B 7/98 Confidential July Maintenance Overview Service ProceduresGeneral Safety Tips Cover Housing RemovalTransformer Removal Power Transformer AssemblyBridge Rectifier Removal AC Inlet RemovalControl Board Assy. Removal Ribbon Roller Assembly Removal Ribbon Spool Assembly RemovalUpper Supply Guide Removal Printhead Module RemovalLatch Fascia Removal Print Assembly RemovalPlaten Module Removal Bi-Cell Sensor Replacement Platen Module ReplacementBi-Cell Sensor Removal Lower Supply Guide RemovalPlaten Motor Supply HolderPeel Module TC9830SM Rev. B 7/98 Confidential July Flash Downloading Procedures Using FlashUsing Flash Supply DETECTION/TRACKING System Supply Sensing SystemsSupply DEFLECTOR/BI- Cell Emitter IR LED Version 5.2 or greaterSupply Feeding Lower Supply GUIDE/BI- Cell SensorSupply Sensing Bi-Cell Sensor Adjustment Mechanical AdjustmentsReplacing a Sensor Bi-Cell Sensor AdjustmentPower UP Sensor Recognition Sensor Setup with Version 5.2 or GreaterTo set/adjust the aperture center sensor To set/adjust the die cut edge sensorDescription Performing a Sensor Display TestCode Description Reading AN Error LabelPrinter Error/Status Codes Printer Error/Status Codes TC9830SM Rev. B 7/98 Confidential July Code Communication Failures 410Data Formatting Failures 571 Machine Faults 700Code Description Flash Faults 930 Hard Printer Faults 900Printhead Assembly July TC9830SM Rev. B 7/98 Confidential Appendix B Connectors and CablesFigure B- 3. CN Platen Stepper Motor Figure B- 6. CN 6 Transformer Output Power Board Ground Figure B- 10. CN Daughter Board ConnectorsTC9830SM Rev. B 7/98 Confidential July Figure C- 1. Control Board Assy. Mother Board Appendix C Connector LocationsFigure C-2. Control Board Assy. Daugher Board Installation SpecificationsAppendix D Model 928 Stacker Functional DescriptionCables and Connectors TroubleshootingError Messages Knife Connector Pin Signal Control Board CN1 PinConnector J2 Pin Signal/Pin Control Board Connector CN2 Pin Power Supply Connector J1 Signal Power Switch SW1Control Board CN3 Pin Full Sensor S1 Pin Jam Sensor S2 Pin Connector J1 Pin Color Maintenance ProceduresLubrication Replace Rollers Replacing Transport AssemblyReplace DC Motor Replace Power SupplyReplace Stepper Motor Replace Stacker SensorsKnife Specifications Appendix E 926 Knife AssemblyTAG CUT Dimensions Evaluation of ErrorConnector Pin Voltage Connector VoltageModel 926 Knife Drive Board Replacement Blade Assembly ReplacementMotor Replacement Connectors and Cables TC9830SM Rev. B 7/98 Confidential July

9835TM, 9820TM, 9830TM specifications

Monarch 9830TM, 9820TM, and 9835TM are part of a robust family of printers designed to meet the evolving demands of modern businesses. These printers are renowned for their efficiency, quality, and versatility in handling various print tasks.

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