5.3 Signal Description
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STPCOV | STP cover open | Detects the open/close | Open: Power off | Microswitch |
| switch | state of the cover during |
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STPPSET | STP paper set | Detects the loading of the | Low: Paper loaded | Photo sensor |
| sensor | paper to be stapled. |
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STPHP | STP home | Detects the home position | Low: Home position | Photo sensor |
| position sensor | of the drive section. |
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STPEMP | STP staple | Detects the presence or | Low: No staples | Microswitch |
| empty switch | absence of staples. |
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The STP cover open switch detects the open or close state of the cover. A microswitch is used for the switch. A power supply is delivered to the stapler when the cover is closed, and cut off when open.
The STP paper set sensor detects the loading of paper. A photo sensor is used for the switch. The signal goes LOW when the paper to be stapled is loaded.
The STP home position sensor detects the home position of the stapler. A photo sensor is used for the sensor. It is mounted on the STP sensor PWA and detects the home position every stapling.
The STP staple empty switch detects the presence or absence of staples. A microswitch is used for the sensor. When staples have run out or no cartridge is mounted, the signal is detected at “Low” level.
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