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OKDesignJet 1050c

DesignJet 1050c

42-inch1999–2004

A high-speed production printer for CAD and GIS, featuring large ink cartridges and fast print speeds for demanding environments.

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Error Codes (19)

03.0criticalrare

System Error: Power Supply Unit (PSU) Malfunction

This error indicates a problem with the printer's power supply unit. The printer is not receiving stable or correct power, preventing it from functioning.

08.0mediumrare

System Error: Front Panel Malfunction

This error indicates a problem with the printer's front panel display or its connection. The printer may still function, but user interaction is limited.

0x00C10007highcommon

Ink System Pressure Failure

This error indicates an issue with the ink system's pressure regulation. It could be due to a leak, a faulty pump, or a sensor problem, preventing proper ink delivery.

0x00C10014highrare

Printhead Voltage Error

This error indicates an issue with the voltage supplied to the printheads. Incorrect voltage can damage printheads or prevent them from firing properly.

0x00C10020mediumrare

Ink System Fan Failure

This error indicates a problem with a fan responsible for cooling components within the ink delivery system. Insufficient cooling can lead to overheating and damage.

0x00C50001highoccasional

Service Error: System Fan Malfunction

This error indicates a problem with a general system cooling fan. Overheating could occur, leading to performance issues or damage.

0x00C80001lowoccasional

Service Error: Real-Time Clock (RTC) Failure

This error indicates a problem with the printer's internal real-time clock. This might affect logging or time-sensitive functions, but usually not printing.

0x00F50001criticalcommon

Service Error: Power-On Self-Test (POST) Failure

This error indicates that the printer failed its initial power-on self-test. A critical component is not functioning, preventing the printer from booting.

0x00F90001criticaloccasional

Service Error: Component Initialization Failure

This error indicates that a specific internal component failed to initialize during startup. The printer cannot function correctly.

11:11highoccasional

Ink System Error: Trailing Cable Malfunction

This error indicates a problem with the trailing cable that connects the carriage assembly to the main PCA. This cable transmits data and power to the printheads.

11:13mediumoccasional

Ink System Error: Carriage Latch Sensor Malfunction

This error indicates that the printer cannot detect the correct state of the carriage latch, which secures the printheads. This can prevent printing.

12:10highcommon

Ink System Error: Printhead not detected or faulty

This error means the printer cannot detect one or more printheads, or a detected printhead is faulty. This prevents printing.

51:10highcommon

Hardware Error: Main PCA Firmware Update Failure

Error detected in the Window Position Sensor

55:10highcommon

Paper-Axis Motor Failure

Cannot access the line sensor EEPROM

61:01highrare

Firmware Error: Printer Initialization Failure

Incorrect or unsupported file format (advisory)

79:04criticaloccasional

Firmware Error: Critical Firmware Error

Generic firmware error

81:01mediumcommon

Calibration Error: Paper Axis Motor Calibration Failure

Paper servo shutdown, possible paper jam

81:11mediumoccasional

Calibration Error: Scan Axis Calibration Failure

This error indicates a problem during the scan axis (carriage movement) calibration. The printer cannot accurately position the printheads.

87:01mediumrare

Starwheel Motor Failure

Problem reading the scan-axis encoder

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