Service Manual

HP Scanjet N9120
Service Manual
HP Scanjet N9120
Service Manual
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Edition 1, 7/2008
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Table of contents
1 Product basics
Quick access to product information .................................................................................................... 2
Product basics ...................................................................................................................................... 3
Product features .................................................................................................................. 3
Product walkaround ............................................................................................................. 4
Front and right-side view ..................................................................................... 4
Back view ............................................................................................................ 5
Side view (left) ..................................................................................................... 5
Model and serial numbers ................................................................................... 6
Control-panel walkaround .................................................................................................... 7
Supported product software ................................................................................................. 8
Supported operating systems ............................................................................. 8
Supported scanner drivers .................................................................................. 8
Supported scanner-management software ......................................................... 8
System requirements ........................................................................................................................... 9
Paper handling ................................................................................................................................... 10
ADF specifications ............................................................................................................. 10
Media specifications .......................................................................................................... 10
Media to avoid ................................................................................................................... 11
2 Installation and configuration
Prepare the site .................................................................................................................................. 14
Unpack the device .............................................................................................................................. 15
Install the software ............................................................................................................................. 19
3 Manage and maintain
Manage supplies ................................................................................................................................ 22
HP Scanner Tools Utility scanner maintenance information .............................................. 22
Parts life expectancy .......................................................................................................... 22
Clean the product ............................................................................................................................... 23
Clean the exterior .............................................................................................................. 23
Clean the ADF ................................................................................................................... 24
Clean the scanner glass .................................................................................................... 27
Clean the fan filters ............................................................................................................ 28
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4 Theory of operation
Basic operation ................................................................................................................................... 30
Modes and control-panel indicators ................................................................................................... 31
Circuit board assemblies .................................................................................................................... 32
Fans ................................................................................................................................................... 33
ADF feed system ................................................................................................................................ 34
Sensors .............................................................................................................................. 34
Motors ................................................................................................................................ 35
Service block diagram ........................................................................................................................ 36
5 Removal and replacement
Removal and replacement strategy .................................................................................................... 38
General cautions during removal and replacement ........................................................... 38
Electrostatic discharge ....................................................................................................... 38
Required tools .................................................................................................................... 39
Cleaning supplies .............................................................................................................. 39
Screws and fasteners ........................................................................................................ 39
Before performing service .................................................................................................. 39
After performing service ..................................................................................................... 40
User-replaceable parts ....................................................................................................................... 41
Imprinter cartridge .............................................................................................................. 42
Fan filters ........................................................................................................................... 44
ADF base reflector ............................................................................................................. 45
Reinstall the ADF base reflector ....................................................................... 46
Pickup-roller assembly ....................................................................................................... 47
Reinstall the pickup-roller assembly .................................................................. 48
Separation-pad assembly .................................................................................................. 49
Reinstall the separation-pad assembly ............................................................. 50
External covers ................................................................................................................................... 51
Scanner control-panel cover .............................................................................................. 52
Scanner back-filter cover ................................................................................................... 53
Scanner right-filter cover .................................................................................................... 53
ADF front cover .................................................................................................................. 54
ADF back cover ................................................................................................................. 57
Scanner back cover ........................................................................................................... 59
Automatic document feeder FRUs ..................................................................................................... 60
Automatic document feeder (ADF) .................................................................................... 62
Reinstall the ADF .............................................................................................. 66
ADF height adjustment ...................................................................................... 70
NVRAM data management ............................................................................... 73
Repair menu ..................................................................................... 73
Repair menu options ........................................................................ 74
Replacement scenarios .................................................................... 75
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NVRAM data file examples ............................................................... 82

NVRAM content adjustment ............................................................. 83
Download factory NVRAM data ........................................................ 84
Backup current NVRAM data ........................................................... 87
Repair NVRAM data ......................................................................... 89
Adjust NVRAM counter items ........................................................... 94
Align the ADF .................................................................................................... 96
Create the factory calibration data for ADF-A ................................................... 99
ADF motor fan ................................................................................................................. 101
ADF carriage fan .............................................................................................................. 102
ADF input-tray lift-motor assembly .................................................................................. 103
ADF exit-motor assembly ................................................................................................ 104
ADF feed-motor assembly ............................................................................................... 108
Reinstall the ADF feed-motor drive belt .......................................................... 110
Reinstall the ADF feed-motor assembly .......................................................... 111
ADF pick-motor assembly ................................................................................................ 114
Reinstall the ADF pick-motor assembly .......................................................... 116
Upper multi-pick sensor PCA ........................................................................................... 119
Lower multi-pick sensor PCA ........................................................................................... 121
ADF controller PCA ......................................................................................................... 123
Imprinter PCA .................................................................................................................. 125
Reinstall the imprinter PCA ............................................................................. 126
Input-tray sensor .............................................................................................................. 129
Flatbed scan position sensor ........................................................................................... 130
Reinstall the flatbed scan position sensor ....................................................... 131
Exit 1 sensor .................................................................................................................... 133
Exit 2 sensor .................................................................................................................... 134
Pick-up roller sensor ........................................................................................................ 135
Elevator arm sensor ......................................................................................................... 137
Background solenoid sensor ........................................................................................... 138
Paper-present sensor ...................................................................................................... 139
Registration sensor .......................................................................................................... 140
Jam door 1 sensor ........................................................................................................... 141
Jam door 2 sensor ........................................................................................................... 142
Jam door 3 sensor ........................................................................................................... 143
Imprinter paper-present sensor ....................................................................................... 144
ADF scan position sensor ................................................................................................ 146
ADF bottom corner outer paper path guide ..................................................................... 147
ADF bottom corner inner paper path guide ..................................................................... 149
ADF cal-strip assembly .................................................................................................... 150
Reinstall the cal-strip assembly ....................................................................... 152
ADF exit inner paper path guide ...................................................................................... 156
ADF top corner inner paper path guide ........................................................................... 159
Lower multi-pick sensor cover ......................................................................................... 160
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Flatbed scan position sensor arm .................................................................................... 162

Reinstall the flatbed scan position sensor arm ................................................ 163
Exit 1 sensor arm ............................................................................................................. 165
Exit 2 sensor arm ............................................................................................................. 166
Paper-present-sensor arm ............................................................................................... 168
Input-tray-elevator arm .................................................................................................... 169
Registration sensor arm ................................................................................................... 172
Scan position sensor arm ................................................................................................ 174
Pick-up roller spring ......................................................................................................... 175
Separation-pad spring ..................................................................................................... 176
ADF input-tray assembly ................................................................................................. 177
ADF output tray ................................................................................................................ 179
Reinstall the ADF output tray .......................................................................... 181
Pickup-roller cover ........................................................................................................... 183
ADF hinge limiters ........................................................................................................... 185
ADF jam door 3 ................................................................................................................ 186
Paper present sensor and imprinter PCA holder ............................................................. 188
ADF shingle wall .............................................................................................................. 190
A4 paper-stop .................................................................................................................. 193
ADF background-solenoid assembly ............................................................................... 194
Reinstall the ADF background-solenoid assembly .......................................... 197
Imprinter carriage and FFC .............................................................................................. 199
Flatbed scanner FRUs ..................................................................................................................... 201
Flatbed ............................................................................................................................. 202
Scanner carriage-motor fan ............................................................................................. 203
Scanner carriage fan ....................................................................................................... 206
Scanner carriage motor ................................................................................................... 208
Control-panel PCA ........................................................................................................... 211
Scanner controller PCA ................................................................................................... 213
Power-supply PCA ........................................................................................................... 216
Scanner-glass assembly .................................................................................................. 220
ADF power-cable assembly ............................................................................................. 221
Carriage-motor cable ....................................................................................................... 223
Power switch and power receptacle assembly ................................................................ 224
6 Solve problems
Troubleshooting process .................................................................................................................. 228
Pre-troubleshooting checklist ........................................................................................................... 229
Basic troubleshooting checks ........................................................................................................... 230
Power-on checks ............................................................................................................. 231
LED diagnostics .............................................................................................. 232
Check the USB connection ............................................................................. 233
Uninstall and then reinstall the HP Scanjet utilities ......................................... 233
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Control-panel buttons ...................................................................................... 234

Control-panel buttons diagnostics .................................................. 234
Locked control-panel buttons ......................................................... 234
Troubleshooting diagnostic software ................................................................................................ 235
Main screen ..................................................................................................................... 235
Scan dialog box ............................................................................................... 237
Sensor check dialog box ................................................................................. 239
Control panel check dialog box ....................................................................... 244
ADF feed test dialog box ................................................................................. 246
Actuators dialog box ........................................................................................ 248
NVRAM dialog box .......................................................................................... 251
Update dialog box ........................................................................................... 253
Repair menu .................................................................................................... 254
Version information dialog box ........................................................................ 255
Diagrams ......................................................................................................................... 256
Component locator diagrams .......................................................................... 256
Major components .......................................................................... 256
ADF motors and fans ...................................................................... 258
Printed circuit assemblies ............................................................... 260
Image-quality troubleshooting tools ................................................................................. 262
Repetitive-image-defect ruler .......................................................................... 262
Computer-display error messages ................................................................................................... 263
Computer-display error messages ................................................................................... 263
Solve paper-handling problems ........................................................................................................ 267
Jams ................................................................................................................................ 267
Common causes of jams ................................................................................. 267
Solve common ADF jams ................................................................................ 268
Clear jams from the ADF ................................................................................. 269
The bottom of the scanned image is cut off ..................................................................... 272
Scan extra long documents ............................................................................. 272
Disable misfeed (multipick) detection .............................................................................. 272
ADF does not feed paper ................................................................................................. 273
Solve image-quality problems .......................................................................................................... 274
Image defects .................................................................................................................. 274
Set the background color for scans from the ADF ........................................................... 276
Filter out color from a document (color dropout) .............................................................. 277
Solve performance problems ........................................................................................................... 278
Solve connectivity problems ............................................................................................................. 281
Solve direct-connect problems ........................................................................................ 281
7 Parts and diagrams
Ordering parts and supplies ............................................................................................................. 284
Service part numbers ....................................................................................................................... 285
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HP Scanjet N9120 documentation ................................................................................... 285

Imprinter cartridges .......................................................................................................... 285
Power Cords .................................................................................................................... 286
Maintenance kits .............................................................................................................. 286
Field replaceable units (FRUs) ........................................................................................ 287
How to use the parts diagrams and lists .......................................................................................... 289
ADF components .............................................................................................................................. 290
Flatbed scanner assemblies ............................................................................................................. 318
Alphabetical parts list ....................................................................................................................... 336
Numerical parts list ........................................................................................................................... 344
Appendix A Service and support
Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement .................................................................................... 354
Customer self repair warranty service .............................................................................................. 355
Repack the product .......................................................................................................................... 356
Appendix B Specifications
Physical specifications ..................................................................................................................... 360
Electrical specifications .................................................................................................................... 360
Acoustic emissions ........................................................................................................................... 360
Power consumption specifications ................................................................................................... 360
Environmental specifications ........................................................................................................... 361
Appendix C Regulatory information
Regulatory Model Identification Number .......................................................................................... 364
Materials disposal ............................................................................................................................. 364
Disposal of waste equipment by users in private households in the European Union ..................... 364
Country/region specific statements .................................................................................................. 364
Korean regulatory ............................................................................................................ 364
Index ................................................................................................................................................................. 365
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List of tables
Table 1-1 Product guides ................................................................................................................................... 2

Table 1-2 Product specifications ........................................................................................................................ 3
Table 1-3 Control-panel features ........................................................................................................................ 7
Table 1-4 ADF specifications ........................................................................................................................... 10
Table 1-5 Media specifications ......................................................................................................................... 10
Table 2-1 Box contents .................................................................................................................................... 17
Table 3-1 Replacement guidelines ................................................................................................................... 22
Table 4-1 Main assemblies .............................................................................................................................. 30
Table 4-2 Modes and control-panel indicators ................................................................................................. 31
Table 4-3 Circuit board assemblies .................................................................................................................. 32
Table 4-4 Sensors ............................................................................................................................................ 34
Table 6-1 Initial troubleshooting checklist ...................................................................................................... 229
Table 6-2 Control-panel LEDs ........................................................................................................................ 232
Table 6-3 Main screen .................................................................................................................................... 235
Table 6-4 Scan dialog box .............................................................................................................................. 237
Table 6-5 Sensor in motion tab ...................................................................................................................... 239
Table 6-6 Sensor tab ...................................................................................................................................... 241
Table 6-7
Table 6-8
Table 6-9
Table 6-10
Table 6-11
Table 6-12
Control panel check dialog box ...................................................................................................... 244

ADF feed test dialog box ................................................................................................................ 246
Actuators dialog box ....................................................................................................................... 249
Repair menu ................................................................................................................................. 254
Major components (1 of 3) ........................................................................................................... 256
Table 6-13
Table 6-14
Table 6-15
Table 6-16
Table 6-17
Table 6-18

ADF motors and fans (1 of 2) ....................................................................................................... 258
ADF motors and fans (2 of 2) ....................................................................................................... 259
Scanner motors and fans ............................................................................................................. 259
ADF controller PCA ...................................................................................................................... 260
Scanner PCAs .............................................................................................................................. 261
Table 6-19
Table 6-20
Table 6-21
Table 6-22
Table 6-23
Repetitive defects ......................................................................................................................... 262

ISIS driver communicated message ............................................................................................ 263
SDSS error message displayed ................................................................................................... 264
Image defect examples ................................................................................................................ 274
Solve performance problems ....................................................................................................... 278
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Table 7-1 HP Scanjet N9120 documentation ................................................................................................. 285

Table 7-2 Imprinter cartridges ........................................................................................................................ 285
Table 7-3 Power cords ................................................................................................................................... 286
Table 7-4 Maintenance kits ............................................................................................................................ 286
Table 7-5 Field replaceable units (FRUs) ....................................................................................................... 287
Table 7-6 ADF assemblies (1 of 14) ............................................................................................................... 291
Table 7-7
Table 7-8
Table 7-9
Table 7-10
Table 7-11
Table 7-12
ADF assemblies (2 of 14) ............................................................................................................... 293

ADF assemblies (5 of 14) ............................................................................................................. 299
Table 7-13
Table 7-14
Table 7-15
Table 7-16
Table 7-17
Table 7-18

ADF assemblies (10 of 14) ........................................................................................................... 309
Table 7-19
Table 7-20
Table 7-21
Table 7-22
Table 7-23
Table 7-24

Flatbed scanner assemblies (1 of 9) ............................................................................................ 319
Table 7-25
Table 7-26
Table 7-27
Table 7-28
Table 7-29
Table 7-30

Alphabetical parts list ................................................................................................................... 336
Numerical parts list ....................................................................................................................... 344
Table B-1
Table B-2
Table B-3
Table B-4
Physical specifications ................................................................................................................... 360

Electrical specifications .................................................................................................................. 360
HP Scanjet N9120, ........................................................................................................................ 360
Environmental specifications ........................................................................................................ 361
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List of figures
Figure 1-1
Figure 1-2
Figure 1-3
Figure 1-4
Figure 1-5
Front and right-side view ................................................................................................................... 4

Back view .......................................................................................................................................... 5
Side view (left) .................................................................................................................................. 5
Model and serial number (1 of 2) ...................................................................................................... 6
Model and serial number (2 of 2) ...................................................................................................... 6
Figure 1-6
Figure 2-1
Figure 2-2
Figure 2-3
Figure 2-4
Figure 2-5
Control-panel features ...................................................................................................................... 7

Site dimensions ............................................................................................................................... 14
Unpack the device (1 of 9) .............................................................................................................. 15
Figure 2-6
Figure 2-7
Figure 2-8
Figure 2-9
Figure 2-10
Figure 2-11

Unpack the device (9 of 9) ............................................................................................................ 18
Electrical connection ..................................................................................................................... 19
Figure 2-12
Figure 2-13
Figure 3-1
Figure 3-2
Figure 3-3
Figure 3-4
USB connection ............................................................................................................................ 19

Power switch ................................................................................................................................. 20
Clean the ADF (1 of 5) .................................................................................................................... 24
Clean the ADF (2 of 5) .................................................................................................................... 25
Clean the ADF (3 of 5) .................................................................................................................... 25
Clean the ADF (4 of 5) .................................................................................................................... 26
Figure 3-5
Figure 3-6
Figure 3-7
Figure 3-8
Figure 4-1
Figure 4-2
Clean the ADF (5 of 5) .................................................................................................................... 26

Clean the scanner glass ................................................................................................................. 27
Clean the scanner fan filters (1 of 2) ............................................................................................... 28
Clean the scanner fan filters (2 of 2) ............................................................................................... 28
Sensors ........................................................................................................................................... 34
Motors ............................................................................................................................................. 35
Figure 4-3 Service block diagram ..................................................................................................................... 36

Figure 5-1 Phillips and pozidrive screwdriver comparison ............................................................................... 39
Figure 5-2 Remove the imprinter cartridge (1 of 4) .......................................................................................... 42
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Figure 5-5
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Figure 5-10
Remove the imprinter cartridge (4 of 4) .......................................................................................... 43

Remove the fan filter (1 of 2) .......................................................................................................... 44
Remove the fan filter (2 of 2) .......................................................................................................... 44
Remove the ADF base reflector (1 of 2) ......................................................................................... 45
Remove the ADF base reflector (2 of 2) ......................................................................................... 45
Reinstall the ADF base reflector ................................................................................................... 46
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Figure 5-16
Remove the pickup-roller assembly .............................................................................................. 47

Reinstall the pickup-roller assembly (1 of 2) ................................................................................. 48
Reinstall the pickup-roller assembly (2 of 2) ................................................................................. 48
Remove the separation-pad assembly (1 of 3) ............................................................................. 49
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Figure 5-22
Reinstall the separation-pad assembly ......................................................................................... 50

Remove the scanner control-panel cover ..................................................................................... 52
Remove the ADF front cover (1 of 5) ............................................................................................ 54
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Figure 5-28

Remove the ADF back cover (1 of 3) ............................................................................................ 57
Remove the scanner back cover (1 of 2) ...................................................................................... 59
Remove the scanner back cover (2 of 2) ...................................................................................... 59
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Remove the ADF (1 of 8) .............................................................................................................. 62

Remove the ADF (2 of 8) .............................................................................................................. 62
Remove the ADF (3 of 8) .............................................................................................................. 63
Remove the ADF (4 of 8) .............................................................................................................. 63
Remove the ADF (5 of 8) .............................................................................................................. 64
Remove the ADF (6 of 8) .............................................................................................................. 64
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Figure 5-40
Remove the ADF (7 of 8) .............................................................................................................. 65

Remove the ADF (8 of 8) .............................................................................................................. 65
Reinstall the ADF (1 of 7) .............................................................................................................. 66
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ADF height adjustment (1 of 6) ..................................................................................................... 70
Figure 5-47 ADF height adjustment (4 of 6) ..................................................................................................... 71

Figure 5-48 ADF height adjustment (5 of 6) ..................................................................................................... 71
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Figure 5-49
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Figure 5-54

Repair menu (1 of 11) ................................................................................................................... 73
Repair menu (2 of 11) ................................................................................................................... 74
Replacement scenario #1 (3 of 11) ............................................................................................... 75
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Figure 5-60
Replacement scenario #4 (6 of 7) ................................................................................................. 78

Repair menu (10 of 11) ................................................................................................................. 82
Repair menu (11 of 11) ................................................................................................................. 83
Figure 5-61
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Figure 5-66
Download factory NVRAM data (1 of 6) ........................................................................................ 84

Figure 5-67
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Figure 5-72
Backup current NVRAM data (1 of 3) ........................................................................................... 87

Repair NVRAM data (1 of 5) ......................................................................................................... 89
Figure 5-73
Figure 5-74
Figure 5-75
Figure 5-76
Figure 5-77
Figure 5-78

Adjust NVRAM counter items (1 of 2) ........................................................................................... 94
Adjust NVRAM counter items (2 of 2) ........................................................................................... 95
ADF alignment (1 of 6) .................................................................................................................. 96
ADF alignment (2 of 6) .................................................................................................................. 97
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Figure 5-84
ADF alignment (3 of 6) .................................................................................................................. 97

ADF alignment (4 of 6) .................................................................................................................. 97
ADF alignment (5 of 6) .................................................................................................................. 98
Create the factory calibration data for ADF-A (1 of 3) .................................................................. 99
Create the factory calibration data for ADF-A (2 of 3) .................................................................. 99
Create the factory calibration data for ADF-A (3 of 3) ................................................................ 100
Figure 5-85
Figure 5-86
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Figure 5-90
Remove the ADF motor fan (1 of 2) ............................................................................................ 101

Remove the ADF motor fan (2 of 2) ............................................................................................ 101
Remove the ADF carriage fan ................................................................................................... 102
Remove the ADF input-tray lift-motor assembly (1 of 2) ............................................................. 103
Remove the ADF input-tray lift-motor assembly (2 of 2) ............................................................. 103
Remove the ADF exit-motor assembly (1 of 7) ........................................................................... 104
Figure 5-91 Remove the ADF exit-motor assembly (2 of 7) ........................................................................... 104

Figure 5-92 Remove the ADF exit-motor assembly (3 of 7) ........................................................................... 105
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Figure 5-93
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Remove the ADF feed-motor assembly (1 of 4) ......................................................................... 108
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Remove the ADF feed-motor assembly (4 of 4) ....................................................................... 109
Reinstall the ADF feed-motor drive belt (1 of 3) ....................................................................... 110
Reinstall the ADF feed-motor assembly (1 of 5) ....................................................................... 111
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Remove the ADF pick-motor assembly (1 of 5) ........................................................................ 114
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Reinstall the ADF pick-motor assembly (1 of 5) ........................................................................ 116
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Remove the upper multi-pick sensor PCA (1 of 3) ................................................................... 119
Remove the lower multi-pick sensor PCA (1 of 2) .................................................................... 121
Figure 5-123
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Figure 5-128
Remove the lower multi-pick sensor PCA (2 of 2) .................................................................... 122

Remove the ADF controller PCA (1 of 2) .................................................................................. 123
Remove the ADF controller PCA (2 of 2) .................................................................................. 124
Remove the imprinter PCA (1 of 2) ........................................................................................... 125
Remove the imprinter PCA (2 of 2) ........................................................................................... 126
Reinstall the imprinter PCA (1 of 4) .......................................................................................... 126
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Figure 5-134

Remove the input-tray sensor ................................................................................................... 129
Remove the flatbed scan position sensor (1 of 2) .................................................................... 130
Remove the flatbed scan position sensor (2 of 2) .................................................................... 131
Figure 5-135 Reinstall the flatbed scan position sensor ................................................................................ 131
Figure 5-136 Remove the exit 1 sensor ......................................................................................................... 133
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Remove the exit 2 sensor ......................................................................................................... 134

Remove the pick-up roller sensor (1 of 4) ................................................................................. 135
Remove the elevator arm sensor .............................................................................................. 137
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Figure 5-148
Remove the background solenoid sensor (1 of 2) .................................................................... 138

Remove the background solenoid sensor (2 of 2) .................................................................... 138
Remove the paper-present sensor ........................................................................................... 139
Remove the registration sensor ................................................................................................ 140
Remove the jam door 1 sensor ................................................................................................. 141
Remove jam door 2 sensor ....................................................................................................... 142
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Remove the jam door 3 sensor ................................................................................................. 143

Remove the imprinter paper-present sensor (1 of 2) ................................................................ 144
Remove the imprinter paper-present sensor (2 of 2) ................................................................ 145
Remove the ADF scan position sensor .................................................................................... 146
Remove the ADF bottom corner outer paper path guide (1 of 2) ............................................. 147
Remove the ADF bottom corner outer paper path guide (2 of 2) ............................................. 147
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Reinstall the ADF bottom corner outer paper path guide ......................................................... 148
Remove the ADF bottom corner inner paper path guide (1 of 2) .............................................. 149
Remove the ADF bottom corner inner paper path guide (2 of 2) .............................................. 149
Remove the ADF cal-strip assembly (1 of 5) ............................................................................ 150
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Figure 5-166

Reinstall the ADF cal-strip assembly (1 of 7) ............................................................................ 152
Figure 5-167 Reinstall the ADF cal-strip assembly (5 of 7) ............................................................................ 154

Figure 5-170 Remove the ADF exit inner paper path guide (1 of 4) .............................................................. 156
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Figure 5-178
Remove the ADF exit inner paper path guide (4 of 4) .............................................................. 158
Remove the ADF top corner inner paper path guide (1 of 2) .................................................... 159
Remove the ADF top corner inner paper path guide (2 of 2) .................................................... 159
Remove the lower multi-pick sensor cover (1 of 3) ................................................................... 160
Figure 5-179 Remove the flatbed scan position sensor arm (1 of 2) ............................................................. 162
Figure 5-180 Remove the flatbed scan position sensor arm (2 of 2) ............................................................. 163
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Figure 5-182
Figure 5-183
Figure 5-184
Figure 5-185
Figure 5-186
Reinstall the flatbed scan position sensor arm (1 of 3) ............................................................. 163

Remove the exit 1 sensor arm .................................................................................................. 165
Remove the exit 2 sensor arm (1 of 3) ..................................................................................... 166
Figure 5-187
Figure 5-188
Figure 5-189
Figure 5-190
Figure 5-191
Figure 5-192

Remove the paper-present-sensor arm (1 of 2) ....................................................................... 168
Remove the paper-present-sensor arm (2 of 2) ....................................................................... 168
Remove the input-tray-elevator arm (1 of 5) ............................................................................. 169
Figure 5-193
Figure 5-194
Figure 5-195
Figure 5-196
Figure 5-197
Figure 5-198

Remove the registration sensor arm (1 of 2) ............................................................................ 172
Remove the registration sensor arm (2 of 2) ............................................................................ 173
Remove the scan position sensor arm (1 of 2) ......................................................................... 174
Remove the scan position sensor arm (2 of 2) ......................................................................... 174
Figure 5-199
Figure 5-200
Figure 5-201
Figure 5-202
Figure 5-203
Figure 5-204
Remove the pickup-roller spring ............................................................................................... 175

Remove the separation-pad spring ........................................................................................... 176
Remove the ADF input-tray assembly (1 of 3) .......................................................................... 177
Remove the ADF output tray (1 of 3) ........................................................................................ 179
Figure 5-205
Figure 5-206
Figure 5-207
Figure 5-208
Figure 5-209
Figure 5-210

Reinstall the ADF output tray (1 of 4) ....................................................................................... 181
Figure 5-211
Figure 5-212
Figure 5-213
Figure 5-214
Figure 5-215
Figure 5-216
Remove the pickup-roller cover (1 of 3) .................................................................................... 183

Remove the ADF hinge limiters ................................................................................................ 185
Remove ADF jam door 3 (1 of 4) .............................................................................................. 186
Figure 5-217
Figure 5-218
Figure 5-219
Figure 5-220
Figure 5-221
Figure 5-222

Remove the paper present sensor and imprinter PCA holder (1 of 3) ...................................... 188
Remove the ADF shingle wall (1 of 4) ...................................................................................... 190
Figure 5-223 Remove the ADF shingle wall (2 of 4) ...................................................................................... 191

Figure 5-224 Remove the ADF shingle wall (3 of 4) ...................................................................................... 191
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Figure 5-226
Figure 5-227
Figure 5-228
Figure 5-229
Figure 5-230
Remove the ADF shingle wall (4 of 4) ...................................................................................... 192

Remove the A4 paper-stop (1 of 2) .......................................................................................... 193
Remove the A4 paper-stop (2 of 2) .......................................................................................... 193
Remove the ADF background-solenoid assembly (1 of 5) ....................................................... 194
Figure 5-231
Figure 5-232
Figure 5-233
Figure 5-234
Figure 5-235
Figure 5-236

Reinstall the ADF background-solenoid assembly (1 of 3 ........................................................ 197
Reinstall the ADF background-solenoid assembly (1 of 3) ....................................................... 197
Reinstall the ADF background-solenoid assembly (3 of 3) ....................................................... 198
Imprinter carriage and FFC (1 of 3) ......................................................................................... 199
Figure 5-237
Figure 5-238
Figure 5-239
Figure 5-240
Figure 5-241
Figure 5-242
Imprinter carriage and FFC (2 of 3) .......................................................................................... 199

Imprinter carriage and FFC (3 of 3) .......................................................................................... 200
Remove the scanner carriage-motor fan (1 of 5) ...................................................................... 203
Figure 5-243
Figure 5-244
Figure 5-245
Figure 5-246
Figure 5-247
Figure 5-248

Remove the scanner carriage fan (1 of 3) ................................................................................ 206
Remove the scanner carriage motor (1 of 5) ............................................................................ 208
Figure 5-249
Figure 5-250
Figure 5-251
Figure 5-252
Figure 5-253
Figure 5-254

Remove the control-panel PCA (1 of 3) .................................................................................... 211
Figure 5-255
Figure 5-256
Figure 5-257
Figure 5-258
Figure 5-259
Figure 5-260
Remove the scanner controller PCA (1 of 4) ............................................................................ 213

Remove the power-supply PCA (1 of 6) ................................................................................... 216
Figure 5-261
Figure 5-262
Figure 5-263
Figure 5-264
Figure 5-265
Figure 5-266

Remove the scanner-glass assembly (1 of 2) .......................................................................... 220
Remove the scanner-glass assembly (2 of 2) .......................................................................... 220
Figure 5-267 Remove the ADF power-cable assembly (1 of 3) ..................................................................... 221

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Figure 5-270 Remove the carriage-motor cable ............................................................................................ 223
Figure 5-271 Remove the power switch and power receptacle assembly (1 of 3) ......................................... 224
Figure 6-1 Control-panel LEDs ....................................................................................................................... 232
Figure 6-2
Figure 6-3
Figure 6-4
Figure 6-5
Figure 6-6
Figure 6-7
Main screen .................................................................................................................................. 235

Scan dialog box ............................................................................................................................ 237
Sensor in motion tab ..................................................................................................................... 239
Sensor tab ..................................................................................................................................... 241
Control panel check dialog box ..................................................................................................... 244
ADF feed test dialog box ............................................................................................................... 246
Figure 6-8
Figure 6-9
Figure 6-10
Figure 6-11
Figure 6-12
Figure 6-13
Actuators dialog box ..................................................................................................................... 248

Get/SetNVRAMValue(String) tab .................................................................................................. 251
Get/SetNVRAMValue(String) tab ................................................................................................ 252
Repair menu ............................................................................................................................... 254
Version information dialog box ................................................................................................... 255
Major components (1 of 3) .......................................................................................................... 256
Figure 6-14
Figure 6-15
Figure 6-16
Figure 6-17
Figure 6-18
Figure 6-19

ADF motors and fans (1 of 2) ...................................................................................................... 258
ADF motors and fans (2 of 2) ...................................................................................................... 259
ADF PCAs ................................................................................................................................... 260
Scanner PCAs ............................................................................................................................ 261
Figure 6-20
Figure 6-21
Figure 6-22
Figure 6-23
Figure 6-24
Figure 7-1
Clear jams from the ADF (1 of 5) ................................................................................................ 269

Figure 7-2
Figure 7-3
Figure 7-4
Figure 7-5
Figure 7-6
Figure 7-7

Figure 7-8
Figure 7-9
Figure 7-10
Figure 7-11
Figure 7-12
Figure 7-13

ADF assemblies (10 of 14) ......................................................................................................... 308
Figure 7-14 ADF assemblies (14 of 14) ......................................................................................................... 316

Figure 7-15 Flatbed scanner assemblies (1 of 9) ........................................................................................... 318
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Figure 7-17
Figure 7-18
Figure 7-19
Figure 7-20
Figure 7-21
Flatbed scanner assemblies (2 of 9) ........................................................................................... 320


Figure A-1 Repack the product (1 of 3) .......................................................................................................... 356
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Product basics
Quick access to product information
Product basics
System requirements
Paper handling
Quick access to product information

Use the following Web site to find information about the product:
www.hp.com/support
Table 1-1 Product guides

Guide
Description
User Guide
The scanner User Guide is the primary source for scanner information. It provides
information about using, maintaining, and troubleshooting the scanner.
View the User Guide in the installed (system) language
1.
Click Start.
2.
Point to Programs or All Programs.
3.
Point to Scanjet, and then point to N9120.
4.
Click User Guide.
View the User Guide in a different language
HP Smart Document Scan

software help
HP Scanner Tools Utility help
Chapter 1 Product basics
1.
Insert the HP software CD that came with the scanner into the computer compact-disk
drive. Wait for the installation dialog box to appear.
2.
Click View or print guides.
3.
Click a language for the User Guide.
The HP Smart Document Scan software help explains how to use HP Smart Document Scan
software features such as creating and editing profiles.
1.
Double-click the HP Smart Document Scan icon on your computer desktop.
2.
Click Help on the menu bar.
The HP Scanner Tools Utility help explains the scanner settings, information about scanner
status and maintenance, and how to assign functionality to the scanner front-panel buttons.
1.
Press the Tools button on the scanner front panel.
2.
Click Help in HP Scanner Tools Utility dialog box (this dialog box appears on the
computer that is connected to the HP Scanjet N9120.
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Product features
Table 1-2 Product specifications
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Description
Specification
Scanner type
Scanner with ADF
Overall size
692 x 558 x 343 mm (27.3 x 22.0 x 13.5 in)
Weight
38.5 kg (85 lb)
Scanning
element
Charge-coupled device (CCD)
Interface
USB 2.0 high speed (compatible with USB 1.1)
Optical
resolution
600 x 600 dpi hardware
AC power
100240 V~, 50/60 Hz, 1.8 A
Power
consumption
For power consumption information, see the regulatory_supplement.htm file on the HP Scanning Software
CD.
Energy
information
To learn if your HP scanner is ENERGY STAR qualified, go to www.hp.com, select your country/region,
and then search on Energy Star.
Product basics
Product walkaround
Front and right-side view
Figure 1-1 Front and right-side view
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Front panel
ADF
ADF input tray
ADF output tray
Latch for opening the ADF jam door 1
Power switch
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Figure 1-2 Back view
Power receptacle
USB port
Side view (left)

Figure 1-3 Side view (left)
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Scanner carriage lock
Product basics
Model and serial numbers

The model and serial numbers are listed on identification labels located on the ADF and flatbed scanner.
Figure 1-4 Model and serial number (1 of 2)
Figure 1-5 Model and serial number (2 of 2)
NOTE: If the product is owned by the U.S. government, the ADF and flatbed scanner have a special
serial-number designation. Replacement components for these products must have a similar serialnumber designation.
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Control-panel walkaround
Figure 1-6 Control-panel features
Table 1-3 Control-panel features

Item
1
Icon
Button name
Description
Copy
By default, print the number of copies currently configured in

HP Document Copy.
Alternatively, start the scanning software that is assigned to this
button.
Scan
By default, start a scan that uses the HP Smart Document Scan

software profile that is assigned to this button.
Alternatively, start the scanning software that is assigned to this
button.
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Cancel
Cancel a scan or copy in progress.
Tools
Open the HP Scanner Tools Utility where you can do the following
tasks:
Associate the scanner control-panel buttons with scanning

software.
Configure the buttons on the scanner front panel.
Manage the imprinter.
View information about scanner settings, status, and

maintenance.
Attention LED
The Attention LED provides status information about the scanner.
Power Save
Press the Power Save button to put the scanner in Power Save
mode when you are not using the scanner. When you are ready
to begin scanning again, press the Power Save button to wake up
the scanner.
Product basics
Supported product software

Supported operating systems
The product supports the following operating systems:
Microsoft Windows 2000
Windows XP Home/Professional
Windows Vista
Linux 2.4 and 2.6 Kernel Available
Supported scanner drivers

The product supports the following scanner drivers:
Twain
ISIS
WIA
Supported scanner-management software

HP Scanning Software CD
HP Scanner Tools Utility
Kofax VRS Pro
Third-party document-management software
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System requirements
The host computer must meet the minimum system hardware requirements to load and utilize the inbox software.
Minimum system hardware requirements:
1.4 GHz processor
600 MB free hard disk space
USB 2.0 and higher
CD-ROM drive
1024 x 768 SVGA monitor, 16-bit color
HP recommends that the host computer system hardware meet the following requirements to
assure the optimum performance of the scanner at the quoted speed specifications.
Recommended system hardware requirements:
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CD-ROM drive
1024 x 768 SVGA monitor, 16-bit color
80 MB (drivers only)
300 MB (minimum) free hard disk space
For Microsoft Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional or Windows 2000:
1 GB RAM (recommended)
256 MB RAM (minimum)
500 MHz processor
Internet Explorer 6 and higher
For Windows Vista:
1 GB RAM (recommended)
512 MB RAM (minimum)
800 MHz processor
Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 and higher
System requirements
Paper handling
ADF specifications
Table 1-4 ADF specifications
Description
Specification
Paper-tray capacity
200 sheets of 75 g/m2 (20 lb)
Minimum paper size
70 x 148 mm (2.75 x 5.8 in)
Maximum paper size
300 x 864 mm (11.8 x 34 in)
Minimum paper weight
49 g/m2 (13 lb)
Minimum paper weight
120 g/m2 (32 lb)
Media specifications
The ADF supports the following widths, lengths, and weights of paper.
Table 1-5 Media specifications
Description
Specification
Width
70300 mm (2.7511.8 in)
Length
148864 mm (5.834 in)
Weight
49120 g/m2 (1332 lb)
NOTE:
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Media to avoid
Scanning certain types of documents through the ADF might result in jams or damage to the document.
HP recommends scanning these types of documents by using the scanner only:
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Wrinkled or creased documents
Torn documents
Carbon paper
Extremely thin, translucent paper
Photos
Papers that are stuck together
Curled documents
Documents with paperclips or staples
Coated paper
Paper with adhesive notes or flags attached
Overhead transparencies
Paper with wet substances such as glue or correction fluid
Paper handling
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Installation and configuration
Prepare the site
Unpack the device
Install the software
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Prepare the site

The scanner must be installed in a well-ventilated, dust-free area. Place the product on a sturdy, level
surface.
For information about product specifications, see Specifications on page 359.
CAUTION: To avoid injury, use two people to unpack and lift the scanner.
Verify that there is enough clearance to use and maintain the scanner.
Figure 2-1 Site dimensions
110 mm
4.33 in
350 mm
13.78 in
130 mm
5.12 in
105 mm
4.13 in
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Unpack the device

1.
Unlock the box.

Figure 2-2 Unpack the device (1 of 9)
2.
Remove the top of the box.

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3.
Remove the top packing material, and then remove all remaining packing material and tape from
the outside of the ADF.
4.
Remove the scanner from the box.

CAUTION:
To avoid injury, use two people to lift the device from the box.
38.5 kg
85 lbs
5.
Take an inventory of the contents.

The following items should be included with each HP Scanjet N9120 scanner.
NOTE: The contents might vary by country/region.
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3
2
Table 2-1 Box contents

Item
Description
HP Scanjet N9120 scanner
Scanning software CDs
Power cable
USB cable
Getting Started Guide
6.
Place the product on a sturdy, level surface.
7.
Release the carriage lock.

8.
Remove the spacer tape from ADF jam door 1 and ADF jam door 2.
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9.
Open ADF jam door 1, and then remove the spacers.

10. Open ADF jam door 2, and then remove the spacers.
11. Remove any remaining packing material, and then close ADF jam door 1 and ADF jam door 2.
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CAUTION:
1.
Do not connect the USB cable until you are prompted during the software installation.
Decide what software to install.
If you will be using the scanner with document-management and scanning software that you
already own, you only need to install the HP Scanjet utilities drivers and tools.
If you do not already have document-management and scanning software, you can use the
software that is shipped with the scanner. Read the onscreen descriptions of the software
during the installation to decide what software to install.
2.
Insert the HP Scanning Software CD into the computer CD drive. Wait for the installation dialog
box to appear.
3.
Click Install Software, and then follow the instructions on the screen.
4.
Use the power cable to connect the scanner to an electrical outlet.

Figure 2-11 Electrical connection
5.
Use the USB cable that came with the scanner to connect the scanner to the computer.
CAUTION: Be sure that you install the HP scanning software before connecting the scanner to
your computer with the USB cable.
NOTE: HP recommends using a USB port on the back of the computer for a more reliable
connection to the scanner.
Figure 2-12 USB connection
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6.
Press the power switch on the right side of the scanner to the on position.
Figure 2-13 Power switch
7.
Test the installation. Place a single document page in the ADF, and then do one of the following:
If you installed the HP Smart Document Scan software, press the Scan button.
If you did not install the HP Smart Document Scan software, scan from the software that you
intend to use for scanning.
If the scan does not proceed as expected, uninstall and reinstall the HP Scanjet utilities, and then
try scanning again. If reinstalling the utilities does not work, see the scanning software
documentation for information on how to troubleshoot that program.
For information on uninstalling and reinstalling the HP Scanjet utilities, see the product user guide.
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Manage and maintain
Manage supplies
Clean the product
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Manage supplies
HP Scanner Tools Utility scanner maintenance information
The Maintenance tab of the HP Scanner Tools Utility displays the scanner usage and maintenance
history. You can use this tab to record scanner maintenance.
The Imprinter tab of the HP Scanner Tools Utility displays information about the scanner imprinter and
the imprinter print cartridge. You can use this tab to record that the print cartridge has been replaced.
To open the HP Scanner Tools Utility, press the Tools button on the scanner front panel.
NOTE: For detailed information on using the HP Scanner Tools Utility, see the HP Scanner Tools
Utility help.
Parts life expectancy

Table 3-1 Replacement guidelines
Item
Guideline
How to
ADF base reflector
The ADF base reflector needs to be

replaced only if it is damaged or if you
see vertical streaks on the scanned
images.
To replace the ADF base reflector, see

ADF base reflector on page 45.
NOTE: Before you replace the white

ADF base reflector, try cleaning the
product. See Clean the product
on page 23.
Pickup-roller assembly
The pickup-roller assembly needs to be

replaced after 100,000 scans.
To replace the pickup-roller assembly,

see Pickup-roller assembly
on page 47.
NOTE: HP recommends that you clean

the pickup roller every 50,000 pages.
See Clean the product on page 23.
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Separation-pad assembly
The separation pad needs to be replaced

after 100,000 scans.
To replace the separation-pad assembly,

see Separation-pad assembly
on page 49.
Imprinter cartridge
Replace the imprinter cartridge when it is

out of ink.
To replace the imprinter cartridge, see

Imprinter cartridge on page 42.
Fan filters
The fan filters should be replaced when

a user-replaceable part is installed or
when filters are damaged or worn from
cleaning.
To replace a fan filter, see Fan filters

on page 44.
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Clean the product

During the scanning process, paper and dust particles can accumulate inside the product. Over time,
this buildup can cause problems, such as specks or streaks on scanned documents.
Occasional cleaning of the product helps ensure high-quality scans. The amount of care necessary
depends upon several factors, including the amount of use and the environment. You should perform
routine cleaning as necessary.
Routine cleaning and maintenance should include cleaning the ADF, the scanner glass, and the fan
filters.
Clean the exterior

Use a soft, damp, lint-free cloth to wipe dust, smudges, and stains off of the exterior of the product.
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Clean the ADF

NOTE: The customer should be advised to clean the ADF only when scanned documents show
streaks, specks, or other signs of degradation that can be directly attributed to the scanning process.
The ADF requires periodic maintenance depending on the amount of use and the type of paper that is
fed through it. Clean the ADF under the following conditions:
The ADF has trouble feeding documents.
Vertical streaks appear in images scanned by the ADF.
Scanned documents are dusty, dirty, or have pencil writing (graphite) on them.
The environment is dusty.
Clean the ADF:

1.
Press the power switch to the off position, and then disconnect the USB cable and power cable
from the scanner.
2.
Open the ADF.

Figure 3-1 Clean the ADF (1 of 5)
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3.
Clean the clear scanning strip on the scanner bed. Wipe the clear area with a clean, dry, lint-free
cloth.
CAUTION: Use only glass cleaner to clean the scanning strip. Avoid cleaners that contain
abrasives, acetone, benzene, or carbon tetrachloride, all of which can damage the scanner glass.
Avoid isopropyl alcohol because it can leave streaks on the glass.
Do not spray the glass cleaner directly on the glass. If too much glass cleaner is applied, the cleaner
could leak under the glass and damage the scanner.
4.
Close the ADF.
5.
Open jam door 1 (callout 1) and jam door 2.

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6.
Locate the white strip (callout 1) on jam door 2 and the scan window (callout 2) inside the ADF,
and then wipe both of these areas with a clean, dry, lint-free cloth.
2
1
7.
Wipe the rollers with a clean, damp, lint-free cloth.

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8.
Wait several minutes for the rollers to dry, and then close jam door 1 and jam door 2.
9.
Reconnect the USB cable and power cable to the scanner, and then press the power switch to the
on position.
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Clean the scanner glass under the following conditions:
Streaks, scratches, or spots appear in images scanned from the scanner glass.
Dusty or dirty documents have been scanned using the glass.
The environment is dusty.
Clean the scanner glass:

1.
from the scanner.
2.
Open the ADF.

Figure 3-6 Clean the scanner glass
3.
Clean the glass with a soft, lint-free cloth that has been sprayed with a mild glass cleaner.
CAUTION: Use only glass cleaner to clean the scanner glass. Avoid cleaners that contain
abrasives, acetone, benzene, or carbon tetrachloride, all of which can damage the scanner glass.
Avoid isopropyl alcohol because it can leave streaks on the glass.
Do not spray the glass cleaner directly on the glass. If too much glass cleaner is applied, the cleaner
could leak under the glass and damage the scanner.
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4.
Dry the glass with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth.
5.
on position.
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Clean the fan filters

The flatbed scanner includes two fan filters. These filters prevent dust and debris from entering the fans.
If the scanner is in a dirty or dusty environment, clean the filters monthly.
NOTE:
The ADF filter cover is not removable.
1.
from the scanner.
2.
Remove the filter cover.

Figure 3-7 Clean the scanner fan filters (1 of 2)
3.
Clean the filter in one of the following ways:
Use compressed air to blow the debris off of the filter.
Use a vacuum to remove the debris from the filter.
Rinse the filter with water.
4.
Inspect the filter cover. If it is dirty, use a clean, damp, lint-free cloth to remove the dirt.
5.
Make sure that the filter and the filter cover are completely dry.
CAUTION: The filter must be completely dry before you reinstall it in the product and turn the
power on. If the filter is damp, the fan could pull moisture into the product and cause damage to
the product.
6.
Place the clean, dry filter in the filter cover, and then replace the cover on the scanner.
Figure 3-8 Clean the scanner fan filters (2 of 2)
7.
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Theory of operation
Basic operation
Modes and control-panel indicators
Circuit board assemblies
Fans
ADF feed system
Service block diagram
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Basic operation
The Scanjet N9120 consists of two main assemblies.
Table 4-1 Main assemblies
Name
Description
ADF
ADF motor control circuitry
Media transport mechanism
Ultrasonic multi-pick detection
Imprinter
Optical assembly
Scanner control circuitry
System power supply
Control panel
Optical assembly
Flatbed scanner
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Table 4-2 Modes and control-panel indicators
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Mode
Description
Power on
The period of time from when the power switch is turned on until the green LED illuminates the sleep button
on the control panel.
Initialization/
Warm-up
The period of time after the power-on sequence or sleep mode wake-up event and before the scanner is
ready to scan. During this time, the scanner and ADF initialization sequences are completed, the Cold
Cathode Fluorescent Lamps (CCFL) are turned on and complete their warm up cycle, scanner and ADF
calibration are completed, ADF motors are enabled, and sensor states are verified to ensure that no media
is in the media transport path. This period of time is indicated by a slowly blinking green attention LED on
the control panel.
Scan
The period of time immediately following the request for a scan, from either the ADF or the scanner. This
period of time is indicated by a quickly blinking green attention LED on the control panel.
Sleep
This mode starts in either of the following ways: The user presses the sleep button on the control panel, or
the scanner is not used for 15 minutes or longer. This period of time is indicated by an amber LED
illumination of the sleep button on the control panel.
Error
The period of time in which the scanner is unable to complete the task it was directed to perform. This can
be the result of a paper jam, communication error with the PC, or similar event. This period of time is
indicated by a blinking amber attention LED illumination on the control panel.
Maintenance
event
This mode is indicated by a solid amber attention LED illumination on the control panel and starts when a
maintenance event is triggered (such as the need for separation pad replacement). Maintenance events
occur during predefined intervals to help ensure that the scanner or ADF mechanisms continue to perform
as specified.
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Circuit board assemblies

Table 4-3 Circuit board assemblies
Location
Name
Description
ADF
ADF controller
board
This board controls all of the ADF motor operation, including the background color
solenoid, and sensor detection within the ADF mechanism. Additionally, it controls
the firing timing of the imprinter ink cartridge. This board is composed of a Gate Array,
an Analog to Digital Converter, and various motor control devices. It is located in the
ADF assembly.
CCD board
Composed of CCD, AFE, and various discrete devices. Located on the ADF optical
carriage assembly. This board is not serviceable.
Lamp inverter
board
Used to control the CCFL lamps and heater wires. Located on the bottom of the ADF
optical carriage assemblies. This board is not serviceable.
Ultrasonic sensor
transmitter board
Transmits the ultrasonic signal to the receiver on the other side of the media
transportation path of the ADF assembly. Located on the bottom of the media
transportation path in the ADF assembly.
Ultrasonic sensor
receiver board
Receives the ultrasonic signal from the transmitter on the other side of the media
transportation path in the ADF assembly. Located on the top side of the media
transportation path in the ADF assembly.
Imprinter board
This board consists of the power transistors that are used to control the firing of the
12 ink nozzles on the imprinter ink cartridge. It is located in the ADF assembly.
Scanner control
board
This is the main board in the entire system, which is composed of the main control
and image pipe ASIC, the JPEG compression chip, SRAM, SDRAM, Flash RAM,
DDR2 Memory, FPGA (for sensor data reordering), LVDS receivers, DC/DC
converters, etc. This board controls Analog Front End (AFE) and CCD timing and
receives and processes the information from both of the optical heads in the scan
system, performs all requested operations from the user, and transfers the output
image data through the high speed USB interface to the attached Host PC. Located
in the scanner assembly.
Power supply
Supplies 5V and 24V outputs for all system operation. Located in the scanner
assembly.
Relay board
Cabling interface board between the scanner control board and the CCD board.
Located on the scanner optical assembly and the control panel circuit board. This
board is not serviceable.
CCD board
Composed of CCD, AFE, and various discrete devices. Located on the optical
carriage assembly. This board is not serviceable.
Lamp inverter
board
Used to control the CCFL lamps and heater wires. Located on the bottom of the optical
carriage assemblies. This board is not serviceable.
Flatbed scanner
Control panel board Communicates to the scanner control board through the microcontroller USB 1.1
interface, which passes through the relay board. This board consists of a
microcontroller, Flash RAM, switches, and LEDs. Located on the front of the scanner
assembly.
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Fans
The Scanjet N9120 system has four fans, each of which have failure detection algorithms included in
the system firmware:
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ADF motor fan. See ADF motor fan on page 101.
ADF carriage fan. See ADF carriage fan on page 102.
Scanner carriage-motor fan. See Scanner carriage-motor fan on page 203.
Scanner carriage fan. See Scanner carriage fan on page 206.
Fans
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ADF feed system

Sensors
Figure 4-1 Sensors
4
7
8
9 10
5
3
16
13
11
12
2
1
14
15
17
18
Table 4-4 Sensors
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Item
Description
Input-tray sensor (open). See Input-tray sensor on page 129.
Paper-present sensor. See Paper-present sensor on page 139.
Elevator arm sensor. See Elevator arm sensor on page 137.
Pick-up roller sensor. See Pick-up roller sensor on page 135.
Jam door 1 sensor. See Jam door 1 sensor on page 141.
Registration sensor. See Registration sensor on page 140.
Upper multi-pick sensor PCA. See Upper multi-pick sensor PCA on page 119.
Lower multi-pick sensor PCA. See Lower multi-pick sensor PCA on page 121.
10
ADF scan position sensor. See ADF scan position sensor on page 146.
11
Background solenoid sensor. See Background solenoid sensor on page 138.
12
Flatbed scan position sensor. See Flatbed scan position sensor on page 130.
13
Exit 1 sensor. See Exit 1 sensor on page 133.
14
15
Imprinter paper-present sensor. See Imprinter paper-present sensor on page 144.
16
Exit 2 sensor. See Exit 2 sensor on page 134.
17
ADF open sensor (not serviceable).
18
Carriage home position sensor (not serviceable).
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Motors
Figure 4-2 Motors
2
3
4
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Item
Description
Driven by ADF input-tray lift-motor assembly. See ADF input-tray lift-motor assembly on page 103.
Driven by ADF pick-motor assembly. See ADF pick-motor assembly on page 114.
Driven by ADF feed-motor assembly. See ADF feed-motor assembly on page 108.
ADF background-solenoid assembly. See ADF background-solenoid assembly on page 194.
Driven by ADF exit-motor assembly. See ADF exit-motor assembly on page 104.
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Service block diagram

Figure 4-3 Service block diagram
Flatbed Carriage Assembly
ADF Carriage Assembly
CCFL Lamps (2)

/ Heater Wire
Lamp Inverter
Board
CCFL Lamps (2)

/ Heater Wire
CCD Board
Control Panel
Board
Odd
Pixels
Lamp Inverter
Board
CCD Board
Even
Pixels
Odd
Pixels
Even
Pixels
Imprinter
Driver
Board
ADF Sensors:
Input Tray Open
Paper Present
Elevator Arm
Pick up Roller
Jam Door 1
Registration
Upper Multi-pick
Lower Multi-pick
Jam Door 2
ADF Scan Position
Background Solenoid
FB Scan Position
Exit 1
Jam Door 3
Imprinter Paper Present
Exit 2
Ultrasonic
Transmitter
Board
Ultrasonic
Receiver
Board
Scanner Control Board
LVDS Receiver
LVDS Receiver
ADF
Input Elevator
Motor
ADF
Pick/Sep Motor
ADF
Feed Motor
ADF
Exit Motor
Relay Board
LVDS Receiver
Automatic
Document
Feeder
(ADF)
Background
Solenoid
LVDS Receiver
ADF Control Board
ADF
Carriage Fan
ADF
Motor Fan
FPGA
Scanner
Carriage Fan
Scanner
Motor Fan
ASIC
USB Host 1.1 FS I/F
Scanner Sensors:
ADF Open
Carriage Home Position
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USB Device 2.0 HS I/F
Flatbed
Carriage Motor
Flatbed
Scanner
Scanner
Motor
Personal
Computer
Power Supply
Board
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Removal and replacement
Removal and replacement strategy
User-replaceable parts
External covers
Automatic document feeder FRUs
Flatbed scanner FRUs
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This chapter discusses the removal and replacement of field-replaceable units (FRUs) only.
Replacing FRUs is generally the reverse of removal. Occasionally, notes and tips are included to provide
directions for difficult or critical replacement procedures.
HP does not support repairing individual subassemblies or problem solving at the component level.
Note the length, diameter, color, type, and location of each screw. Be sure to return each screw to its
original location during reassembly.
Incorrectly routed or loose wire harnesses can interfere with other internal components and can become
damaged or broken. Frayed or pinched harness wires can be difficult to locate. When replacing wire
harnesses, always use the provided wire loops, lance points, or wire-harness guides.
General cautions during removal and replacement

WARNING! Turn the product off, wait 5 seconds, and then remove the power cord before attempting
to service the product. If this warning is not followed, severe injury can result, as well as damage to the
product. The power must be on for certain functional checks during problem solving. However, the power
supply should be disconnected during parts removal.
The sheet-metal parts can have sharp edges. Be careful when handling sheet-metal parts.
CAUTION: Do not bend or fold the flat flexible cables (FFCs) during removal or installation. Also, do
not straighten folds in the FFCs. You must make sure that all FFCs are fully seated in their connectors.
Failure to fully seat an FFC into a connector can cause a short circuit in a PCA.
Avoid pulling directly on wires to disconnect wire-harness connectors. Pull on the plastic body of a
connector if possible to avoid damaging the connector wires.
NOTE: To install a self-tapping screw, first turn it counterclockwise to align it with the existing thread
pattern, and then carefully turn it clockwise to tighten. Do not overtighten. If a screw hole becomes
stripped, repair the screw hole or replace the affected assembly.
Electrostatic discharge
CAUTION:
Some parts are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Look for the ESD reminder
when removing product parts. Always perform service work at an ESD-protected workstation or mat. If
an ESD workstation or mat is not available, ground yourself by touching the sheet-metal chassis
before touching an ESD-sensitive part.
Protect the ESD-sensitive parts by placing them in ESD pouches when they are out of the product.
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Required tools
#2 Phillips screwdriver with a magnetic tip and a 152 mm (6.0 inch) shaft length
Short #2 Phillips screwdriver with a magnetic tip and a 76 mm (3.0 inch) shaft length
Small flat-blade screwdriver
Needle-nose pliers
ESD mat (if available; see the preceding ESD caution)
Penlight (optional)
CAUTION: Always use a Phillips screwdriver (callout 1). Do not use a pozidrive screwdriver (callout 2)
or any motorized screwdriver. These can damage screws or screw threads.
Figure 5-1 Phillips and pozidrive screwdriver comparison
Cleaning supplies
The scanner glass and ADF must be cleaned with appropriate supplies.
When cleaning the scanner glass, see Clean the scanner glass on page 27.
When cleaning the ADF, see Clean the ADF on page 24.
Screws and fasteners

Make sure that components are replaced with the correct screw type. Using the incorrect screw (for
example, substituting a long screw for the correct shorter screw) can cause damage to the product or
interfere with product operation. Do not intermix screws that are removed from one component with the
screws that are removed from another component.
For a complete list of screws and fasteners, see Field replaceable units (FRUs) on page 287.
Before performing service
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1.
Turn off the power by using the power switch.
2.
Unplug the power cable and interface cable(s).
3.
Remove all media from the product.
4.
Place the product on an ESD mat (if one is available). If an ESD workstation or mat is not available,
ground yourself by touching the sheet-metal chassis before touching an ESD-sensitive part.
5.
Remove the imprinter cartridge. See Imprinter cartridge on page 42.

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After performing service

1.
Clean the outside of the product with a damp cloth.
2.
If the ADF had an imprinter cartridge installed, reinstall it. See Imprinter cartridge on page 42.
3.
Replace media in the ADF input tray.
4.
Plug in the power cable and interface cable(s).
5.
Turn on the power by using the power switch, and then verify that the expected startup sounds
occur.
6.
Verify host computer and scanner connectivity.
7.
Verify that the most recent firmware is installed by using the Scanner Tools Utility.
8.
Verify NVRAM data and make changes as required.
9.
Perform scan-quality tests:

a.
Perform a scan job from the ADF, and then verify that the output meets expectations.
b.
Perform a scan job from the glass, and then verify that the output meets expectations.
c.
Send a scan job from the host computer, and then verify that the output meets expectations.
10. If the imprinter cartridge was reinstalled, open the HP Scanner Tools Utility, click the Imprinter tab,
and then click Test imprinter.
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Imprinter cartridge
Fan filters
ADF base reflector
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Imprinter cartridge
1.
Raise the ADF input tray until it clicks into place.

Figure 5-2 Remove the imprinter cartridge (1 of 4)
2.
Lift the green lever on the imprinter carriage to disengage it from the page-size slot, and then slide
the imprinter carriage completely to the left.
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Raise the imprinter-cartridge latch.

4.
Slide the cartridge to the right, and then remove it from the imprinter carriage.
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Fan filters
NOTE: Fan filters are located behind the back-filter cover (shown in this procedure) and the right-filter
cover. The back-upper cover does not contain a filter. Use this procedure to remove either of the fanfilter covers or fan filters.
1.
Remove the fan-filter cover.

Figure 5-6 Remove the fan filter (1 of 2)
2.
Rotate the fan-filter cover away from the product, and then remove the fan filter.
Figure 5-7 Remove the fan filter (2 of 2)
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ADF base reflector

1.
Open the ADF.

Figure 5-8 Remove the ADF base reflector (1 of 2)
2.
Pull the ADF base reflector from the bottom of the ADF.
Figure 5-9 Remove the ADF base reflector (2 of 2)
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Reinstall the ADF base reflector

Place the ADF base reflector on the scanner glass with the white adhesive squares facing up and the
tab-like cutout toward the front, and then close the ADF.
Figure 5-10 Reinstall the ADF base reflector
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1.
Remove the pickup-roller cover. See Pickup-roller cover on page 183.
2.
Pull the roller end of the shaft away from the product to disengage it (callout 1), slide the assembly
toward the front of the product to release the drive-gear end of the shaft (callout 2), and then remove
the pickup-roller assembly (callout 3).
Figure 5-11 Remove the pickup-roller assembly
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Reinstall the pickup-roller assembly

1.
When you reinstall the pickup-roller assembly, make sure that the spring is correctly positioned
between the pickup-roller assembly and the ADF jam door 1.
NOTE: Replace the pickup-roller spring if it is bent or damaged. See Pick-up roller spring
on page 175.
Figure 5-12 Reinstall the pickup-roller assembly (1 of 2)
2.
Install the drive-gear end of the shaft (callout 1) into the retainer, and then slide the assembly toward
the back of the product.
a.
Push the roller end of the shaft into the retainer (callout 2).
b.
Rotate the assembly into place (callout 3).
Figure 5-13 Reinstall the pickup-roller assembly (2 of 2)
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2
3.
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Replace the pickup-roller cover.
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Release one tab.

Figure 5-14 Remove the separation-pad assembly (1 of 3)
2.
Slide the separation-pad assembly to the right (callout 1), and then rotate the separation-pad
assembly toward the front of the product to release the left-side hinge pin (callout 2).
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3.
Remove the separation-pad assembly.

Reinstall the separation-pad assembly

When reinstalling the separation-pad assembly, make sure that the spring is correctly positioned under
the assembly.
NOTE: Replace the separation-pad spring if it is bent or damaged. See Separation-pad spring
on page 176.
Figure 5-17 Reinstall the separation-pad assembly
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Scanner control-panel cover
Scanner back-filter cover
Scanner right-filter cover
ADF front cover
ADF back cover
Scanner back cover
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Release five tabs, and then rotate the front scanner control-panel cover away from the product to remove
it.
Figure 5-18 Remove the scanner control-panel cover
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Remove the scanner back-filter cover. See Fan filters on page 44.
Scanner right-filter cover

Remove the scanner right-filter cover. See Fan filters on page 44.
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ADF front cover

1.
Open the ADF.
2.
Remove three screws (callout 1).

Figure 5-19 Remove the ADF front cover (1 of 5)
3.
Remove two screws (callout 2).

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4.
Rotate the top of the ADF front cover away from the ADF.
NOTE:
Pull cover away from the ADF to create a small space between the cover and ADF.
5.
Release three tabs (callout 3).

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6.
Remove the ADF front cover.

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ADF back cover

1.
Open the ADF jam door 1.
2.

Figure 5-24 Remove the ADF back cover (1 of 3)
3.
Remove two screws and two tabs (callout 2).

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4.
Rotate the top of the cover away from the product to release it, and then remove the cover.
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Scanner back cover

1.

Figure 5-27 Remove the scanner back cover (1 of 2)
1
2.
Firmly pull the cover away from the product to remove it.
Figure 5-28 Remove the scanner back cover (2 of 2)
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Automatic document feeder (ADF)
ADF motor fan
ADF carriage fan
ADF input-tray lift-motor assembly
ADF exit-motor assembly
ADF feed-motor assembly
ADF pick-motor assembly
Upper multi-pick sensor PCA
Lower multi-pick sensor PCA
ADF controller PCA
Imprinter PCA
Input-tray sensor
Flatbed scan position sensor
Exit 1 sensor
Exit 2 sensor
Pick-up roller sensor
Elevator arm sensor
Background solenoid sensor
Paper-present sensor
Registration sensor
Jam door 1 sensor
Jam door 2 sensor
Jam door 3 sensor
Imprinter paper-present sensor
ADF scan position sensor
ADF bottom corner outer paper path guide
ADF bottom corner inner paper path guide
ADF cal-strip assembly
ADF exit inner paper path guide
ADF top corner inner paper path guide
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Lower multi-pick sensor cover
Flatbed scan position sensor arm
Exit 1 sensor arm
Exit 2 sensor arm
Paper-present-sensor arm
Input-tray-elevator arm
Registration sensor arm
Scan position sensor arm
Pick-up roller spring
Separation-pad spring
ADF input-tray assembly
ADF output tray
Pickup-roller cover
ADF hinge limiters
ADF jam door 3
Paper present sensor and imprinter PCA holder
ADF shingle wall
A4 paper-stop
ADF background-solenoid assembly
Imprinter carriage and FFC
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Automatic document feeder (ADF)

NOTE:
1.
2.
Factory NVRAM data should be downloaded before the service call.
Remove the following components:
ADF back cover. See ADF back cover on page 57.
Scanner back cover. See Scanner back cover on page 59.
ADF hinge limiters. See ADF hinge limiters on page 185.
Remove two connectors (callout 1).

Figure 5-29 Remove the ADF (1 of 8)
3.
Remove two FFC connectors, and then feed two FFCs through the wire guide.
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Remove one screw (callout 2).

TIP: Place the loose ends of the two FFC connectors into the sleeve on the ADF to prevent them
from being damaged when the ADF is removed.
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5.
Remove the wire guide, and then place the two connectors under the power-feed cable in the
scanner chassis (callout 3).
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6.
Open the ADF, and then remove two screws (callout 4).
WARNING! The ADF is not restrained when opened and the hinge limiters are removed. The
product can tip over if the ADF is opened too far.
7.
Close the ADF, and then remove two screws (callout 5).
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8.

9.
Slide the ADF toward the rear of the product to disengage the locator pins (callout 7), and then lift
up on the ADF to remove it.
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Reinstall the ADF

NOTE:
1.
Place the ADF on the flatbed scanner, and then slide the ADF toward the front of the product to
engage the locator pins (callout 1).
Figure 5-37 Reinstall the ADF (1 of 7)
1
2.
Close the ADF, and then install, but do not tighten, two screws (callout 2).
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Install, but do not tighten, two screws (callout 3).

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5.
Install and hand tighten two alignment pins (callout 5).

6.
Carefully close the ADF and adjust it as necessary so that the alignment pins fit into the holes in
the ADF chassis.
CAUTION:
scanner.
Make sure that the ADF closes completely and is in full contact with the flatbed
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7.
Carefully open the ADF, and then Install, but do not fully tighten, two screws (callout 6).
6
8.
Close the ADF and verify that it is correctly positioned on the alignment pins and the flatbed
scanner. Adjust if necessary. See Figure 5-42 Reinstall the ADF (6 of 7) on page 68.
9.
With the ADF in the closed position, fully tighten the four screws at the back of the product. See
Figure 5-38 Reinstall the ADF (2 of 7) on page 66 and Figure 5-39 Reinstall the ADF (3 of 7)
on page 67.
10. Open the ADF, and then fully tighten the remaining two screws. See Figure 5-43 Reinstall the ADF
(7 of 7) on page 69.
11. Reinstall the wire guide, reconnect the FFCs and wire-harness connectors, and then reinstall the
hinge limiters.
12. Replace the scanner back cover. See Scanner back cover on page 59.
13. Adjust the height of the ADF. See ADF height adjustment on page 70.
14. Adjust the NVRAM data. See NVRAM data management on page 73.
15. Align the ADF. See Align the ADF on page 96.
16. Create the factory calibration data for ADF-A. See Create the factory calibration data for ADF-A
on page 99.
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ADF height adjustment

NOTE:
1.
Remove the ADF back cover. See ADF back cover on page 57.
2.
Fold the paper template (use 20# paper).

Figure 5-44 ADF height adjustment (1 of 6)
3.
Open the ADF, place the folded shim between the ADF and flatbed scanner, with the back edge
of the shim aligned with the back edge of jam door 2, and then close the ADF.
4.
Slide the shim approximately 3.0 mm in and out of the product.

NOTE: The ADF should create a slight amount of resistance on the shim as it moves between
the ADF and flatbed scanner.
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5.
Open the ADF, place the folded shim between the ADF and flatbed scanner with the left edge of
the shim aligned with the front edge of jam door 2, and then close the ADF.
6.
Slide the shim approximately 3.0 mm in and out of the product.

NOTE: The ADF should create a slight amount of resistance on the shim as it moves between
the ADF and flatbed scanner.
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7.
Turn the ADF height adjustment screw counterclockwise (callout 1) to adjust the height of the back
edge or clockwise (callout 2) to adjust the height of the front edge of the ADF.
NOTE: Do not adjust the screw on the right-side hinge.
8.
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NVRAM data management

After replacing the ADF, ADF controller PCA, flatbed, or scanner controller PCA in the field, NVRAM
data between the scanner controller PCA and the ADF controller PCA must be manipulated. The N9120
Service Tool provides tools to manage NVRAM Data, adjust the ADF alignment, and calibrate the
calibration strip of a replacement ADF to an existing scanner controller PCA.
NOTE:
Repair menu
The following shows the selections available from the Repair menu:
Figure 5-50 Repair menu (1 of 11)
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Repair menu options

The following provides descriptions and options available from the Repair menu:
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Replacement scenarios
The following seven scenarios provide data selection recommendations for ADF, flatbed scanner,
whole-unit, and controller PCA replacement scenarios:
Scenario #1: Whole ADF replacement
Scenario #1 applies when replacing the whole ADF and NVRAM data is accessible.
Figure 5-52 Replacement scenario #1 (3 of 11)
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Scenario #2: ADF controller PCA replacement

Scenario #2 applies when replacing the ADF controller PCA and NVRAM data is accessible.
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Scenario #3: ADF controller PCA replacement

Scenario #3 applies when replacing the ADF controller PCA and NVRAM data is not accessible.
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Scenario #4: Whole flatbed scanner replacement

Scenario #4 applies when replacing the whole flatbed scanner and NVRAM data is accessible.
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Scenario #5: Whole flatbed scanner replacement

Scenario #5 applies when replacing the whole flatbed scanner and NVRAM data is not accessible.
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Scenario #6: Scanner controller PCA replacement

Scenario #6 applies when replacing the scanner controller PCA and NVRAM data is accessible.
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Scenario #7: Scanner controller PCA replacement

Scenario #7 applies when replacing the scanner controller PCA and NVRAM data is not accessible.
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NVRAM data file examples

The following provides example NVRAM file names:
NOTE: The file name for a replacement flatbed shows XXXXXXXXXXXXXX in place of the ADF file
number since the ADF is not being replaced. The file name for a replacement ADF shows
XXXXXXXXXXXXXX in place of the flatbed file number since the flatbed is not being replaced.
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NVRAM content adjustment

The following provides recommendations for adjusting NVRAM values for the following replacement
scenarios:
Scenario #1. See Scenario #1: Whole ADF replacement on page 75.
Scenario #4. See Scenario #4: Whole flatbed scanner replacement on page 78.
Scenario #5. See Scenario #5: Whole flatbed scanner replacement on page 79.
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Download factory NVRAM data

NOTE:
WARNING! Do not make changes in the Date items dialog box.

1.
Click Repair, and then click Download Factory NVRAM data (*.nvr) via FTP.
Figure 5-61 Download factory NVRAM data (1 of 6)
2.
Enter the unit serial number, and then click Search. See NVRAM data file examples on page 82.
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3.
Click Recommended directory based on the S/N.

NOTE:
Always choose this option to use the automatic search function.
4.
Verify the correct file has been found, and then click Download.
NOTE:
Always use the default directory when downloading NVRAM files to the service computer.
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5.
Verify the correct file has been found, and then click Save.
6.
Click OK.
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Backup current NVRAM data

NOTE:
1.
Click Repair, and then click Backup current NVRAM data.

Figure 5-67 Backup current NVRAM data (1 of 3)
2.
Click Save.
NOTE:
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Click OK.
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Repair NVRAM data

NOTE:

1.
Click Repair, and then click Repair NVRAM data.

Figure 5-70 Repair NVRAM data (1 of 5)
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2.
Select an option from Replaced Unit/Parts menu, and then click Browse....
NOTE: Factory NVRAM data should be downloaded before the service call.
NOTE: In this procedure, FB Unit has been selected from the Replaced Unit/Parts menu for
purposes of illustration. See Replacement scenarios on page 75 for options to choose for specific
replacement scenarios.
NOTE: Always choose NVRAM Backup file for damaged unit if the NVRAM was backed up
from the damaged unit. Choose NVRAM Factory file for damaged unit if the NVRAM was not
backed up from the damaged unit.
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Verify the correct file has been selected, and then click Open.
NOTE:
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4.
Click Restore.
NOTE: The NVRAM backup file name will not be shown in the NVRAM Backup file for damaged
unit or NVRAM Factory file for damaged unit file path dialog boxes.
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Click OK.
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Adjust NVRAM counter items

NOTE:

1.
Click Repair, and then click Repair NVRAM data.

Figure 5-75 Adjust NVRAM counter items (1 of 2)
2.
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Repair the NVRAM data. See Repair NVRAM data on page 89.
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From the Counter items menu, select items to clear, and then click Clear selected counter.
Figure 5-76 Adjust NVRAM counter items (2 of 2)
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Align the ADF

ADF alignment must be implemented after removing the ADF from the flatbed scanner.
NOTE:
1.
Place the alignment target in the ADF input tray.

Figure 5-77 ADF alignment (1 of 6)
2.
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Click Repair, and then click Adjust ADF alignment.

4.
Click Yes.
5.
Select seven check boxes, and then click Execute to adjust the alignment for 600dpi.
NOTE: When seven check boxes are selected, the product automatically adjusts alignment
beginning with 600dpi.
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6.
Reinstall the alignment target, and then click Execute. Repeat this step until the 150dpi adjustment
is accomplished.
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Create the factory calibration data for ADF-A

NOTE:
1.
Click Repair, and then click Create the factory calibration data for ADF-A.
Figure 5-82 Create the factory calibration data for ADF-A (1 of 3)
2.
Click Yes .
NOTE: Two graphs will be displayed automatically as the Service Tool creates the factory
calibration data.
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ADF motor fan

1.
2.
Disconnect one connector (callout 1), and then release the wire harness from the retainers
(callout 2).
Figure 5-85 Remove the ADF motor fan (1 of 2)
2
1
3.
Remove one screw (callout 3), and then remove the ADF motor fan.
Figure 5-86 Remove the ADF motor fan (2 of 2)
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ADF carriage fan

1.
Remove the ADF front cover. See ADF front cover on page 54.
2.
Disconnect one connector (callout 1), release the wire harness from the retainer (callout 2), and
then remove one screw (callout 3).
Figure 5-87 Remove the ADF carriage fan
3.
Remove the ADF carriage fan.
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WARNING! When removing the ADF input-tray lift-motor assembly, do not bend, tear, pinch, stretch,
or damage the two FFCs.
1.
2.
Disconnect one connector (callout 1), and then release the wire harness from the retainer
(callout 2).
Figure 5-88 Remove the ADF input-tray lift-motor assembly (1 of 2)
3.
Remove two screws (callout 3), and then remove the ADF input-tray lift-motor assembly.
NOTE: The cable harness does not terminate at the ADF input-tray lift-motor. Remove the CN9
connector on the ADF controller PCA to remove the ADF input-tray lift-motor. See Figure 5-88
Remove the ADF input-tray lift-motor assembly (1 of 2) on page 103.
Figure 5-89 Remove the ADF input-tray lift-motor assembly (2 of 2)
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1.
Remove the ADF back cover.
2.

Figure 5-90 Remove the ADF exit-motor assembly (1 of 7)
3.
Disconnect two connectors (callout 2), and then release the wire harness from the retainer
(callout 3).
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NOTE: This allows the wire retainer (callout 5) to be moved out of the way when the motor is
removed.
5.

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Remove the ADF exit-motor assembly.

7.

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Remove the mounting bracket from the ADF exit-motor assembly.

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1.

TIP: You do not need to completely remove the fan. It might be easier to remove one screw,
and then set the fan out of the way. See Figure 5-86 Remove the ADF motor fan (2 of 2)
on page 101.
2.
Remove one spring (callout 1), disconnect one connector (callout 2), and then remove two screws
(callout 3).
Figure 5-97 Remove the ADF feed-motor assembly (1 of 4)
3.
Remove the ADF feed-motor assembly.

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5.
Remove the feed-motor mounting plate from the feed-motor assembly.

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Reinstall the ADF feed-motor drive belt

The ADF feed-motor drive belt can become dislodged when the ADF feed-motor assembly is removed.
Use this procedure to reinstall the belt if necessary.
NOTE: If the belt is correctly positioned on the drive gear, skip this procedure and proceed to Reinstall
the ADF feed-motor assembly on page 111.
1.
Release the wire harnesses from the retainers (callout 1).

Figure 5-101 Reinstall the ADF feed-motor drive belt (1 of 3)
2.
Remove four screws (callout 2), and then remove the sheet-metal motor bracket (callout 3).
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Position the drive belt (callout 4) on the drive gear (callout 5).
4.
Reinstall the feed-motor bracket, and then restrain the wire harnesses with the retainers.
Reinstall the ADF feed-motor assembly

1.
Reinstall two screws (callout 1).

Figure 5-104 Reinstall the ADF feed-motor assembly (1 of 5)
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2.
Use your finger to pull on the feed-motor drive belt so that it loops back and can be seen through
the feed-motor mounting hole in the chassis (callout 2).
NOTE: If the feed-motor drive belt slips off the drive gear, see Reinstall the ADF feed-motor drive
belt on page 110.
3.
Keep pressure on the belt, and then carefully slide the motor into the mounting hole in the chassis.
NOTE: Make sure that the motor-drive gear engages the inside of the drive-belt loop.
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Install, but do not fully tighten, the two motor-mounting screws (callout 3).
5.
Install the motor-tension spring (callout 4), fully tighten the screws (callout 5), and then connect the
connector (callout 6).
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1.

TIP: You do not need to completely remove the fan. It might be easier to remove one screw,
and then set the ADF motor fan out of the way. See Figure 5-86 Remove the ADF motor fan
(2 of 2) on page 101.
2.
Disconnect one connector (callout 1).

Figure 5-109 Remove the ADF pick-motor assembly (1 of 5)
3.
Remove one spring (callout 2).

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4.
Remove two screws (callout 3), and then remove the ADF pick-motor assembly.
5.

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6.
Remove the mounting plate from the ADF pick-motor assembly.

Reinstall the ADF pick-motor assembly

1.

Figure 5-114 Reinstall the ADF pick-motor assembly (1 of 5)
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2.
Use your finger to push the pick-motor drive belt down so that it loops down and can be seen
through the pick-motor mounting hole in the chassis (callout 2).
3.
Keep pressure on the belt, and then carefully slide the motor into the mounting hole in the chassis.
NOTE:
Make sure that the motor-drive gear engages the inside of the drive-belt loop.
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4.
Install, but do not fully tighten, the two motor-mounting screws (callout 3).
NOTE: Check the position of the drive belt on the gears.

5.
Install the motor-tension spring (callout 4), fully tighten the screws (callout 5), and then connect the
connector (callout 6).
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not straighten prefolds in the FFCs. You must make sure that all FFCs are fully seated in their
connectors. Failure to fully seat an FFC into a connector can cause a short circuit in a PCA.
Some parts are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Always perform service work at an ESDprotected workstation or mat. If an ESD workstation or mat is not available, ground yourself by touching
the sheet-metal chassis before touching an ESD-sensitive part.
1.
Open ADF jam door 1.
2.

Figure 5-119 Remove the upper multi-pick sensor PCA (1 of 3)
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4.
Disconnect one connector (callout 3), and then remove the upper multi-pick sensor PCA.
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1.
2.
ADF input-tray assembly. See ADF input-tray assembly on page 177.
ADF shingle wall. See ADF shingle wall on page 190.
Lower multi-pick sensor cover. See Lower multi-pick sensor cover on page 160.
Remove one connector (callout 1) and one screw (callout 2).

Figure 5-122 Remove the lower multi-pick sensor PCA (1 of 2)
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Remove the lower multi-pick sensor PCA.

Figure 5-123 Remove the lower multi-pick sensor PCA (2 of 2)
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ADF controller PCA

NOTE: After replacing the ADF controller PCA, update the NVRAM data. See NVRAM data
management on page 73.
CAUTION:
Some parts are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Always perform service
work at an ESD-protected workstation or mat. If an ESD workstation or mat is not available, ground
yourself by touching the sheet-metal chassis before touching an ESD-sensitive part.
1.
2.
ADF output tray. See ADF output tray on page 179.
Disconnect all of the connectors on the ADF controller PCA (callout 1).
Figure 5-124 Remove the ADF controller PCA (1 of 2)
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3.
Remove two screws (callout 2), release one tab (callout 3), and then remove the ADF controller
PCA.
NOTE: You might have to loosen one ground screw (callout 4) to move the ground-wire harness
out of the way to remove the ADF controller PCA.
Figure 5-125 Remove the ADF controller PCA (2 of 2)
3
4.
Update the NVRAM data. See NVRAM data management on page 73.
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Imprinter PCA
1.
2.
ADF front cover. See ADF front cover on page 54.
Remove one FFC and one connector (callout 1).

NOTE:
To remove the FFC, move the connector lever to the up position.
Figure 5-126 Remove the imprinter PCA (1 of 2)
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3.
Remove one screw (callout 2) and one tab (callout 3).

Figure 5-127 Remove the imprinter PCA (2 of 2)
4.
Remove the imprinter PCA.
Reinstall the imprinter PCA

1.
Insert the FFC into the connector (callout 1).

Figure 5-128 Reinstall the imprinter PCA (1 of 4)
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2.
Move the connector lever to the down position.

3.
Reinstall one screw (callout 2) and one tab (callout 3).

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Reconnect one connector (callout 4).

5.
Reinstall the following components:
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Input-tray sensor
1.
2.
Paper present sensor and imprinter PCA holder. See Paper present sensor and imprinter PCA
holder on page 188.
Remove one connector (callout 1), and then remove the input-tray sensor (callout 2).
Figure 5-132 Remove the input-tray sensor
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2
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Flatbed scan position sensor

1.
2.
ADF bottom corner, outer paper path guide. See ADF bottom corner outer paper path guide
on page 147.
ADF bottom corner, inner paper path guide. See ADF bottom corner inner paper path guide
on page 149.
ADF cal-strip assembly. See ADF cal-strip assembly on page 150.
Remove one tab.

Figure 5-133 Remove the flatbed scan position sensor (1 of 2)
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3.
Remove the flatbed scan position sensor.

Figure 5-134 Remove the flatbed scan position sensor (2 of 2)
Reinstall the flatbed scan position sensor

1.
Reinstall one connector, and then reinstall the flatbed scan position sensor.
Figure 5-135 Reinstall the flatbed scan position sensor
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on page 149.
on page 147.
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Exit 1 sensor
1.
ADF back cover. See Scanner back cover on page 59.

WARNING! Place the back of the product against a wall after removing the scanner back
cover. The ADF hinge springs could actuate and cause the product to flip over backward.
2.
on page 147.
on page 149.
ADF exit inner paper path guide. See ADF exit inner paper path guide on page 156.
Remove one connector, and then remove the exit 1 sensor.

Figure 5-136 Remove the exit 1 sensor
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Exit 2 sensor
1.
2.
Paper present sensor and imprinter PCA holder. See Paper present sensor and imprinter PCA
holder on page 188.
Remove one connector, and then remove the exit 2 sensor.

Figure 5-137 Remove the exit 2 sensor
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Pick-up roller sensor

1.
2.
Pickup-roller cover. See Pickup-roller cover on page 183.
Pickup-roller assembly. See Pickup-roller assembly on page 47.
Remove four screws.

Figure 5-138 Remove the pick-up roller sensor (1 of 4)
3.
Rotate the roller assembly away from the jam door 1 cover.
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4.
Separate the roller assembly from the jam door 1 cover.

5.
Remove the pick-up roller sensor.

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Elevator arm sensor

1.
2.
ADF back cover. ADF back cover on page 57.
ADF input-tray lift-motor assembly. See ADF input-tray lift-motor assembly on page 103.
Input-tray-elevator arm. See Input-tray-elevator arm on page 169.
Remove one connector, and then remove the elevator arm sensor.
Figure 5-142 Remove the elevator arm sensor
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Background solenoid sensor

1.
2.
Disconnect one connector (callout 1).

Figure 5-143 Remove the background solenoid sensor (1 of 2)
3.
Remove the background solenoid sensor.

Figure 5-144 Remove the background solenoid sensor (2 of 2)
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Paper-present sensor
1.
2.
Paper-present-sensor arm. See Paper-present-sensor arm on page 168.
Remove one connector (callout 1), and then remove the paper-present sensor.
Figure 5-145 Remove the paper-present sensor
3.
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Remove the paper-present sensor.
Registration sensor
1.
2.
Remove one connector (callout 1), and then remove the registration sensor.
Figure 5-146 Remove the registration sensor
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Jam door 1 sensor

1.
2.
Remove one connector (callout 1), and then remove the jam door 1 sensor.
Figure 5-147 Remove the jam door 1 sensor
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Jam door 2 sensor

1.
Remove the ADF top corner inner paper path guide. See ADF top corner inner paper path guide
on page 159.
2.
Open ADF jam door 1 and ADF jam door 2.
3.
Remove one connector (callout 1), and then remove the jam door 2 sensor.
Figure 5-148 Remove jam door 2 sensor
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Jam door 3 sensor

1.

2.
on page 147.
on page 149.
Remove one connector, and then remove the jam door 3 sensor.
Figure 5-149 Remove the jam door 3 sensor
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1.

2.
on page 147.
on page 149.
Remove one screw.

Figure 5-150 Remove the imprinter paper-present sensor (1 of 2)
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3.
Remove the imprinter paper-present sensor.

Figure 5-151 Remove the imprinter paper-present sensor (2 of 2)
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ADF scan position sensor

1.
on page 159.
2.
3.
Remove one connector (callout 1), and then remove the ADF scan position sensor.
Figure 5-152 Remove the ADF scan position sensor
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ADF bottom corner outer paper path guide

1.
2.
Remove two screws.

Figure 5-153 Remove the ADF bottom corner outer paper path guide (1 of 2)
3.
Rotate the back end away from the ADF, and then remove the ADF bottom corner, outer paper
path guide .
Figure 5-154 Remove the ADF bottom corner outer paper path guide (2 of 2)
NOTE: When reinstalling the ADF bottom corner, outer paper path guide, slide the lever into the slot,
rotate the back end toward the ADF until it is in position, and then reinstall two screws.
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Figure 5-155 Reinstall the ADF bottom corner outer paper path guide
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ADF bottom corner inner paper path guide

1.
2.
on page 147.
Remove one screw.

Figure 5-156 Remove the ADF bottom corner inner paper path guide (1 of 2)
3.
Remove the ADF bottom corner, inner paper path guide.

Figure 5-157 Remove the ADF bottom corner inner paper path guide (2 of 2)
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ADF cal-strip assembly

1.
2.
on page 147.
on page 149.
Loosen, but do not remove, two screws.

Figure 5-158 Remove the ADF cal-strip assembly (1 of 5)
3.
Rotate the belt tensioner and hold it in place.

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4.
Tighten one screw, and then release the belt tensioner.

NOTE: After tightening the screw and releasing the belt tensioner, the belt should be loose. If
tension remains, repeat this step.
5.
Hold the ADF cal-strip assembly in place, remove one screw, and then slide the cal-strip pin
outward but do not remove it.
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6.
Rotate the front of the cal-strip assembly away from the ADF (callout 1), and then remove the calstrip assembly (callout 2).
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Reinstall the cal-strip assembly
1.
Locate the four spring mounting positions on the ADF.

Figure 5-163 Reinstall the ADF cal-strip assembly (1 of 7)
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2.
Rotate the roller shaft toward the ADF, place two small springs in position, and then hold the roller
shaft in place.
3.
Slide the cal-strip assembly in position, place two large springs in position, and then hold the calstrip assembly in place.
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4.
Rotate five rollers into five holes, and hold the cal-strip assembly in place.
5.
Hold the cal-strip assembly in place, push the cal-strip pin into position, and then reinstall one
screw.
NOTE: Check that all four springs are positioned correctly.
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6.
Loosen, but do not remove, one screw to allow the belt tensioner to spring back into place.
7.
Reinstall and tighten two screws.

8.
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on page 149.
on page 147.

1.

2.
on page 147.
on page 149.
Remove two screws.

Figure 5-170 Remove the ADF exit inner paper path guide (1 of 4)
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3.
Remove one screw.

4.
Remove six screws.

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5.
Remove the ADF exit inner paper path guide.

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1.
2.
Remove one screw (callout 1) and one shoulder screw (callout 2).
Figure 5-174 Remove the ADF top corner inner paper path guide (1 of 2)
3.
Remove the ADF top corner inner paper path guide.

Figure 5-175 Remove the ADF top corner inner paper path guide (2 of 2)
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1.
2.
Remove two screws (callout 1) and the sheet metal.

Figure 5-176 Remove the lower multi-pick sensor cover (1 of 3)
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3.
Remove four screws (callout 2).

4.
Remove the upper feed-guide.

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1.
2.
on page 147.
on page 149.
Remove two tabs.

Figure 5-179 Remove the flatbed scan position sensor arm (1 of 2)
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3.
Rotate the flatbed scan position sensor arm over the roller shaft to remove it from the ADF.
Figure 5-180 Remove the flatbed scan position sensor arm (2 of 2)
Reinstall the flatbed scan position sensor arm

1.
Check that the spring is correctly positioned, and then insert the flatbed scan position sensor arm
over the roller shaft.
Figure 5-181 Reinstall the flatbed scan position sensor arm (1 of 3)
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2.
Push the flatbed scan position sensor arm over the roller shaft, reinstall one tab, and then reinstall
the spring end.
3.
Reinstall one tab.

4.
on page 149.
on page 147.
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Exit 1 sensor arm

1.

2.
on page 147.
on page 149.
Remove two tabs, and then remove the exit 1 sensor arm.
Figure 5-184 Remove the exit 1 sensor arm
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Exit 2 sensor arm

1.
2.
ADF input-tray assembly. See ADF input-tray assembly on page 177
Remove two screws.

Figure 5-185 Remove the exit 2 sensor arm (1 of 3)
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3.
Rotate the paper present sensor and imprinter PCA holder, remove two tabs, and then remove the
exit 2 sensor arm.
NOTE: The exit 2 sensor arm can also be accessed by removing the ADF exit inner paper path
guide. See ADF exit inner paper path guide on page 156.
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1.
2.
Remove two tabs (callout 1).

Figure 5-188 Remove the paper-present-sensor arm (1 of 2)
3.
Remove the paper-present-sensor arm.

Figure 5-189 Remove the paper-present-sensor arm (2 of 2)
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Input-tray-elevator arm
1.
2.
ADF input-tray lift-motor assembly. See ADF input-tray lift-motor assembly on page 103.
Remove one clip-bushing (callout 1).

Figure 5-190 Remove the input-tray-elevator arm (1 of 5)
3.
Remove one clip-bushing (callout 2).

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4.
Remove five screws (callout 3).

5.
Remove one cam-collar (callout 4).

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6.
Remove the input-tray-elevator arm.

NOTE: When reinstalling the input-tray-elevator arm, align the gears so that the elevator arm is
in the down position. When the tray is empty, the sensor should show active in the N9120 Service
Tool.
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1.
2.
Take note of the location of the spring ends (callout 1) so that the spring can be correctly reinstalled.
Figure 5-195 Remove the registration sensor arm (1 of 2)
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3.
Release two tabs, and then remove the registration sensor arm.
Figure 5-196 Remove the registration sensor arm (2 of 2)
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Scan position sensor arm

1.
on page 159.
2.
Take note of the location of the spring ends (callout 1) so that the spring can be correctly reinstalled.
Figure 5-197 Remove the scan position sensor arm (1 of 2)
3.
Release two tabs, and then remove the scan position sensor arm.
Figure 5-198 Remove the scan position sensor arm (2 of 2)
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1.
Remove the pickup-roller assembly. See Pickup-roller assembly on page 47.
2.
Remove the pickup-roller spring.

Figure 5-199 Remove the pickup-roller spring
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1.
Remove the separation-pad assembly. See Separation-pad assembly on page 49.
2.
Remove the separation-pad spring.

Figure 5-200 Remove the separation-pad spring
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1.
2.

Figure 5-201 Remove the ADF input-tray assembly (1 of 3)
3.

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4.
Remove the ADF input-tray assembly.

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ADF output tray

1.
2.

Figure 5-204 Remove the ADF output tray (1 of 3)
3.

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4.
Rotate the output tray up (callout 3), and then pull the output tray out (callout 4).
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Reinstall the ADF output tray

1.
Slide the output tray into the ADF.

Figure 5-207 Reinstall the ADF output tray (1 of 4)
NOTE: If replacing the ADF output tray, remove the A4 paper-stop from the original ADF output
tray, and then reinstall it in the replacement ADF output tray. See A4 paper-stop on page 193.
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2.
Reinstall one screw (callout 1).

3.

4.
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Pickup-roller cover
1.
Open the ADF jam door 1 (callout 1).

Figure 5-211 Remove the pickup-roller cover (1 of 3)
2.
Press the locking tab (callout 2) on the pickup-roller cover.

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3.
Rotate the top of the assembly away from the ADF, and then remove the pickup-roller cover.
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ADF hinge limiters

Remove four screws (callout 1), and then remove the ADF hinge limiters (callout 2).
WARNING! The ADF is not restrained when opened if the hinge limiters are removed. The product
can tip over if the ADF is opened too far.
Figure 5-214 Remove the ADF hinge limiters
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ADF jam door 3

1.
2.
ADF base reflector. See ADF base reflector on page 45.

Figure 5-215 Remove ADF jam door 3 (1 of 4)
3.
Open the ADF.
4.
Support the ADF jam door 3, and then turn the green handle (callout 2).
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5.
Rotate the loose side of the ADF jam door 3 toward the scanner glass.
6.
Remove ADF jam door 3.

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Paper present sensor and imprinter PCA holder

1.
2.
Paper-present-sensor arm. See Paper-present-sensor arm on page 168.
Imprinter paper-present sensor. See Imprinter paper-present sensor on page 144.
Imprinter PCA. See Imprinter PCA on page 125.
Remove wire retainers (callout 1) and two screws (callout 2).

Figure 5-219 Remove the paper present sensor and imprinter PCA holder (1 of 3)
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3.
Remove two sensors (callout 3).

4.
Remove the paper present sensor and imprinter PCA holder.

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ADF shingle wall

1.
2.
Remove one screw (callout 1) and one shoulder screw (callout 2).
NOTE: When reinstalling the ADF shingle wall, make sure that the shoulder screw is installed in
the correct location (callout 2) .
Figure 5-222 Remove the ADF shingle wall (1 of 4)
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3.
Lift up the ADF shingle wall.

WARNING! Do not damage the paper-present-sensor arm (callout 3) when removing the ADF
shingle wall.
4.
Rotate the ADF shingle wall toward jam door 1.

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5.
Remove the ADF shingle wall.

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A4 paper-stop
1.
Move the A4 paper-stop to the upright position.

Figure 5-226 Remove the A4 paper-stop (1 of 2)
2.
Move the bottom of the A4 paper-stop to the right, rotate the top of the A4 paper-stop down and to
the right, and then remove the A4 paper-stop.
Figure 5-227 Remove the A4 paper-stop (2 of 2)
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1.
2.
Disconnect one connector (callout 1), and then release the wire harnesses from three retainers
(callout 2).
Figure 5-228 Remove the ADF background-solenoid assembly (1 of 5)
3.
Remove one clip (callout 3).

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4.
Remove one spring (callout 4).

5.

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6.
Remove the solenoid and flag.

NOTE: If you are replacing the solenoid, you must install the flag on the replacement solenoid.
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Reinstall the ADF background-solenoid assembly

When you reinstall the solenoid and flag, make sure that the flag is correctly positioned in relationship
to the sensor (callout 1). You can change the position of the flag by adjusting the position of the flag
gear with the drive gear (callout 2).
Figure 5-233 Reinstall the ADF background-solenoid assembly (1 of 3
1
1.
Open jam door 2, and then measure the distance between the top of the solenoid lever and the
top of the slot (callout 1).
Figure 5-234 Reinstall the ADF background-solenoid assembly (1 of 3)
NOTE: The distance between the top of the solenoid lever and the top of the slot should be
between 0.0 mm and 5.0 mm.
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2.
Install, but do not tighten, two screws (callout 2).

Figure 5-235 Reinstall the ADF background-solenoid assembly (3 of 3)
3.
4.
Slide the background-solenoid assembly up or down to adjust the distance between the top of the
solenoid lever and the top of the slot:
Slide the background-solenoid assembly up if the distance between the top of the solenoid
lever and the top of the slot is greater than 5.0 mm.
Slide the background-solenoid assembly down if the distance between the top of the solenoid
lever and the top of the slot is 0.0 mm.
Tighten two screws, close jam door 2, and then replace the ADF back cover.
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1.
2.
Disconnect the FFC by pressing down the connector lever (callout 1), and then release the FFC
from three retainers (callout 2).
Figure 5-236 Imprinter carriage and FFC (1 of 3)
3.

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Remove the imprinter carriage and FFC.

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Flatbed scanner FRUs
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Flatbed
Scanner carriage-motor fan
Scanner carriage fan
Scanner carriage motor
Control-panel PCA
Scanner controller PCA
Power-supply PCA
Scanner-glass assembly
ADF power-cable assembly
Carriage-motor cable
Power switch and power receptacle assembly
Flatbed scanner FRUs 201
Flatbed
NOTE:
1.
Remove the ADF. See Automatic document feeder (ADF) on page 62.
2.
Remove the flatbed from the work space.
3.
Install the ADF on the replacement flatbed, adjust ADF height, manage the NVRAM data, and
calibrate the product. See Automatic document feeder (ADF) on page 62.
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1.
Remove the scanner back cover. See Scanner back cover on page 59.
2.

Figure 5-239 Remove the scanner carriage-motor fan (1 of 5)
3.
Remove two retainers (callout 2) and one connector (callout 3).

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4.
Remove the scanner carriage-motor fan.

5.
Remove two screws (callout 4), and then remove the scanner carriage-motor fan.
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6.
Remove the mounting bracket from the scanner carriage-motor fan.

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1.
2.
Remove two tabs (callout 1).

Figure 5-244 Remove the scanner carriage fan (1 of 3)
1
3.
Remove one retainer (callout 2) and one connector (callout 3).

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4.
Remove the carriage fan.

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1.
2.
Scanner carriage-motor fan. See Scanner carriage-motor fan on page 203.
Power switch and power receptacle assembly. See Power switch and power receptacle
assembly on page 224.
Remove one spring (callout 1) and one connector (callout 2).

Figure 5-247 Remove the scanner carriage motor (1 of 5)
3.

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4.
Remove the scanner carriage motor.

5.

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6.
Remove the mounting bracket from the scanner carriage motor.

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Control-panel PCA
1.
Release five tabs, and then rotate the front scanner control-panel cover away from the product to
remove it.
Figure 5-252 Remove the control-panel PCA (1 of 3)
2.

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3.
Remove the scanner control-panel PCA, and then disconnect one FFC (callout 2).
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NOTE: After replacing the scanner controller PCA, update the NVRAM data. See NVRAM data
management on page 73.
1.
2.
Remove two FFCs (callout 1), three connectors (callout 2), and two screws (callout 3).
Figure 5-255 Remove the scanner controller PCA (1 of 4)
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3.
Pull the scanner controller PCA out partially and remove one connector (callout 4).
4.
Remove the scanner controller PCA, and then remove four screws (callout 5).
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5.
Remove the mounting bracket from the scanner controller PCA.

6.
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Update the NVRAM data. See NVRAM data management on page 73.
Power-supply PCA
1.
2.
Remove two FFCs (callout 1 and callout 2) and two connectors (callout 3).
Figure 5-259 Remove the power-supply PCA (1 of 6)
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4.

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5.
Remove two connectors (callout 6).

6
6.
Remove the power-supply PCA, and then remove 10 screws (callout 7).
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7.
Remove the heat sink from the power-supply PCA.

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Scanner-glass assembly
WARNING! Remove the scanner-glass assembly only in a clean-room environment.
1.
Verify that the work area is a clean-room environment.
2.
Remove the control-panel cover. See Scanner control-panel cover on page 52.
3.
Remove eight screws.

Figure 5-265 Remove the scanner-glass assembly (1 of 2)
4.
Remove the scanner-glass assembly.

Figure 5-266 Remove the scanner-glass assembly (2 of 2)
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1.
2.
Scanner back cover. See Scanner back cover on page 59.
Remove two FFCs (callout 1), two connectors (callout 2), and one screw (callout 3).
Figure 5-267 Remove the ADF power-cable assembly (1 of 3)
3.
Remove two connectors (callout 4) and one screw (callout 5).

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4.
Remove the ADF power-cable assembly.

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1.
2.
Remove two connectors (callout 1) and four retainers (callout 2).

Figure 5-270 Remove the carriage-motor cable
2
3.
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Remove the carriage-motor cable.

1.
2.
Scanner back cover. See Scanner back cover on page 59
Scanner carriage-motor fan. Scanner carriage-motor fan on page 203
Remove two screws (callout 1) and two retainers (callout 2).

Figure 5-271 Remove the power switch and power receptacle assembly (1 of 3)
1
3.
Remove one retainer (callout 3) and one connector (callout 4).

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Remove the power switch and power receptacle assembly.

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Solve problems
Troubleshooting process
Pre-troubleshooting checklist
Basic troubleshooting checks
Troubleshooting diagnostic software
Computer-display error messages
Solve paper-handling problems
Solve image-quality problems
Solve performance problems
Solve connectivity problems
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Troubleshooting process
The troubleshooting process includes gathering information from the customer, conducting basic
troubleshooting routines, and identifying FRUs that could be the source of problems with a scanner.
Use the pre-troubleshooting checklist to gather preliminary information from the customer.
Use the basic troubleshooting checks to evaluate the condition of the scanner, to identify potential
problems, and to reduce the number of steps that are required to fix problems.
Use the troubleshooting service software to identify FRUs that could be the cause of problems and
to select appropriate removal and replacement procedures.
228 Chapter 6 Solve problems
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Pre-troubleshooting checklist
The following checklist contains questions that you can ask the customer to help define any problem(s)
quickly. For more information about product and media specifications, see Paper handling on page 10
and Media specifications on page 10.
Table 6-1 Initial troubleshooting checklist
Environment
Is the product installed in a suitable environment? See Installation and configuration on page 13.
Is the product installed on a solid, level surface?
Is the supply voltage (from the wall receptacle) within 10% of the product's rated voltage (see Quick
access to product information on page 2)?
Is the power cord fully seated into both the product and the electrical receptacle in the wall?
Is the product exposed to ammonia gas, such as that produced by diazo copiers or office-cleaning
materials?
NOTE: Diazo copiers produce ammonia gas as part of the coping processes. Ammonia gas can
have an adverse affect on some product components (for example, the pickup roller).
Is the product exposed to direct sunlight?
Is suitable media used in the product? See Paper handling on page 10 and Media specifications
on page 10.
Does the customer use only supported print media?
Is the media in good condition (no curl, folds, or other flaws)?
Is the source media stored correctly and within environmental limits?
Is the correct amount of source media loaded in the tray (not stacked above the arrows embossed
in the tray)?
Is the media placed in the tray correctly?
Are the paper guides aligned with the stack?
Imprinter cartridge
Is the imprinter cartridge installed correctly?
Doors
Are the ADF jam doors closed?
Condensation
Does condensation occur following a temperature change (particularly in winter following cold
storage)? If so, wipe off the affected parts or leave the product on for 10 to 20 minutes, and then
attempt to resume scanning.
Was an imprinter cartridge opened soon after it was moved from a cold room to a warm one? If so,
allow the imprinter cartridge and the product to acclimate to room temperature for 1 to 2 hours.
Media
ADF input tray
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Basic troubleshooting checks

Before beginning any troubleshooting procedure, check the following issues:
Are supply items (for example, the imprinter cartridge, separation pad, and rollers) within their rated
life? See Parts life expectancy on page 22.
Can the expected startup sounds be heard when the product power is turned on?
NOTE: The customer is responsible for checking and maintaining supplies and for using supplies that
are in good condition. The customer is responsible for imprinter-cartridge supplies and for replacing the
pickup roller and separation pad.
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Power-on checks
Scanner initialization or hardware problems
If the scanner does not work after installation or if the scanner has stopped working correctly, you might
see a message on the computer screen that is similar to one of the following:
The scanner could not be initialized.
The scanner could not be found.
An internal error has occurred.
The computer cannot communicate with the scanner.
Turn on the power

When you turn on the power, if it does not make any sound or does not initialize, check the following
items:
Verify that the product is plugged directly into an active electrical outlet that has the correct voltage.
Do not plug the product into a surge protector or power strip.
Verify that the power switch is in the on position.
Verify that the USB cable is correctly connected to the product and host computer.
Use the USB cable that was included with the scanner. Another USB cable might not be
compatible with the scanner. See Service part numbers on page 285 for part number and
specifications.
Make sure that the USB cable is securely connected between the scanner and the computer
or USB hub. The trident icon on the USB cable faces up when the cable is properly connected
to the scanner.
Make sure that the control-panel FFC is connected correctly.
Check the connectors on the power supply PCA and the scanner-controller PCA.
Use the following to identify or fix the problem:
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LED diagnostics (see LED diagnostics on page 232)
USB connection (see Check the USB connection on page 233)
HP Scanjet utilities (see Uninstall and then reinstall the HP Scanjet utilities on page 233)
Control-panel buttons diagnostics (see Control-panel buttons on page 234)
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LED diagnostics
The scanner has two LED lights on the front panel that indicate scanner functions and error conditions.
The LED in the shape of an exclamation point (!) is the Attention LED, and the LED in the Power
Save button is the Power LED. The table below explains how to interpret the indicator LEDs.
Figure 6-1 Control-panel LEDs
Table 6-2 Control-panel LEDs

LED indications
Scanner action or condition
The Attention LED quickly blinks amber, and Error conditioncheck your computer screen for an error message.
the Power LED is lit with a steady green light.
The Attention LED is lit with a steady amber
light, and the Power LED is lit with a steady
green light.
Attention conditioncheck your computer screen for a Maintenance

Recommended message.
The Attention LED slowly blinks green, and

The scanner is warming up.
the Power LED is lit with a steady green light.
The Power LED is lit with a steady, dim amber
light.
The scanner is in Power Save mode.
The Power LED is lit with a steady green light.
The scanner is on and ready to scan.
The Attention LED blinks green at a medium The scanner is scanning an original.
speed, and the Power LED is lit with a steady
green light.
Both LEDs are off.
There is no power to the scanner.
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Check the USB connection

If the problem persists after verifying the control-panel LEDs, try the following:
1.
Turn off the computer.
2.
Do one of the following tasks:
If the USB cable is connected to a USB hub or a docking station for a laptop, disconnect the
USB cable from the USB hub or the docking station, and then connect the USB cable directly
to the computer.
If the USB cable is directly connected to the computer, plug it into another USB port on the
computer.
Remove all other USB devices from the computer except for the keyboard and the mouse.
3.
Press the power switch to the off position, wait 30 seconds, and then press the power switch to the
on position.
4.
Restart the computer.
5.
After the computer has restarted, try using the scanner.
If the scanner works and you changed its USB connection, the communication problem might
involve the USB hub, the docking station, a USB port, or another USB device. Leave the
scanner directly connected to the computer. Try using the scanner after reconnecting each
additional USB device, and disconnect any USB devices that prevent the scanner from
working correctly.
If the scanner does not work, uninstall and then reinstall the HP Scanjet drivers and utilities.
Uninstall and then reinstall the HP Scanjet utilities

If checking the USB cable and USB connections did not solve the problem, the problem might have
occurred because of an incomplete software installation. Try uninstalling and then reinstalling the HP
Scanjet utilities.
1.
from the scanner.
2.
Use the Add/Remove tool (in Windows Vista, the Programs and Features tool) from the Control
Panel to uninstall the following items:
HP Scanjet N9120 Document ISIS/TWAIN
HP Scanjet N9120 Utilities
3.
Restart the computer.
4.
Use the HP Scanning Software CD that came with the scanner to reinstall the HP Scanjet drivers
and tools.
5.
on position.
After 30 seconds, the Power LED is lit with a steady green light and the Attention LED is off.
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Control-panel buttons
Control-panel buttons diagnostics
After each of the following steps, press a button to see if the scanner is working correctly. If the problem
persists, proceed with the next step.
1.
Make sure that the Disable front panel buttons setting in the HP Scanner Tools Utility is cleared.
2.
Check that the USB cable and the power cable are securely connected to the host computer and
the scanner.
3.
Turn off the scanner, wait 30 seconds, and then turn the scanner back on.
4.
Restart your computer.
5.
If the problem persists, the buttons might be disabled outside of the HP scanning software. Try the
following:
a.
Open Control Panel, select Scanners and Cameras, and then select your scanner model
from the list.
b.
Examine the buttons setting for your scanner and do one of the following:
Windows 2000: Make sure that the Disable Device Events option is not selected.
Windows XP and Vista: Make sure that the Take No Action option is not selected.
Locked control-panel buttons

To prevent buttons from being pushed accidentally, you can disable the buttons on the scanner front
panel.
NOTE: When the buttons are disabled, you always start scans and copies from the computer using
scanning software. You can still press the Cancel button on the scanner front panel to stop a scan or
copy and the Power Save button to put the scanner into Power Save mode.
TIP: You must have administrative privileges on the computer to lock or unlock the control-panel
buttons.
1.
Open the HP Scanner Tools Utility.
2.
On the Buttons tab, either select or clear the Disable front panel buttons check box to lock or
unlock the buttons.
-orOn the Buttons tab, clear the Disable front panel buttons check box to unlock the buttons.
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Troubleshooting diagnostic software

Main screen
WARNING! Do not add, delete, or modify NVRAM values in the NVRAM dialog box. Doing so might
render the product inoperable. See NVRAM dialog box on page 251.
Open the N9120 Service Tool:
1.
Click Start and then click Programs.
2.
Click N9120 Service Tool.

Figure 6-2 Main screen
Table 6-3 Main screen
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Item
Button
description
Function
Scan
Click Scan to open the Scan dialog box. See Scan dialog box on page 237.
Reset
Click Reset to reset the scanner.
Sensor
Click Sensor to open the Sensor check dialog box. See Sensor check dialog box
on page 239.
Panel
Click Panel to open the Control panel check dialog box. See Control panel check dialog box
on page 244.
ADF
Click the ADF button to open the ADF feed test dialog box. See ADF feed test dialog box
on page 246.
Actuator
Click Actuator to open the Actuators dialog box. See Actuators dialog box on page 248.
NVRAM
Click NVRAM to open the NVRAM dialog box. See NVRAM dialog box on page 251.
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Table 6-3 Main screen (continued)

Item
Button
description
Function
WARNING!
inoperable.
Do not add, delete, or modify NVRAM values. Doing so might render the product
Update
Click Update to open the Open dialog box. See Update dialog box on page 253.
Repair
Click Repair to open the Repair menu. See Repair menu on page 254.
10
Version
Click Version to open the Version information dialog box. See Version information dialog
box on page 255.
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Scan dialog box

1.
2.
On the toolbar, click Scan.

Figure 6-3 Scan dialog box
Table 6-4 Scan dialog box

Item
Description
Source list
Function
Click the Source list down arrow
Select Flatbed to scan a document from the scanner glass.
Select adf simplex to scan a single-sided document from the ADF input tray.
Select adf duplex to scan a double-sided document from the ADF input tray.
Image Type list

Click the Image Type list down arrow
Select black/white to scan a black and white document.
Select grayscale to scan a gray scale document.
Select color to scan a color document.
Select jpeg@color to scan a color image.
Select jpeg@grayscale to scan a gray scale image.
Resolution list
Click the Resolution list down arrow
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75dpi
100dpi
150dpi
200dpi
240dpi
300dpi
and select a resolution setting.
Table 6-4 Scan dialog box (continued)

Item
Description
Function
400dpi
500dpi
600dpi
Paper Type list

Click the Paper Type list down arrow
Ledger SEF
Letter LEF
Letter SEF
Legal SEF
Executive LEF
Executive SEF
A3 SEF
A4 LEF
A4 SEF
A5 LEF
A5 SEF
A6 SEF
B4 SEF
B5 LEF
B5 SEF
to select a paper type.
Scan button
Click the Scan button to start the scan job.
Cancel button
Click the Cancel button to close the Scan dialog box.
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Sensor check dialog box

1.
2.
On the toolbar, click Sensor.
The Sensor check dialog box contains two tabs:
Sensor in motion
Sensor
Figure 6-4 Sensor in motion tab
Table 6-5 Sensor in motion tab
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Item
Description
Function
Feed button
Click the Feed button to scan a test document from the ADF.
Elevator arm
sensor indicator
Indicator is green (on) when the elevator arm is in the home (down) position.
Indicator is black (off) when the elevator arm is not in the home (down) position.
Table 6-5 Sensor in motion tab (continued)

Item
Description
Function
Paper-present
sensor indicator
Indicator is green (on) when the paper-present sensor detects paper in the ADF input tray.
Indicator is black (off) when the paper-present sensor does not detected paper in the ADF
input tray.
Indicator is green (on) when the pick-up roller sensor detects paper at the pick-up roller
assembly.
Indicator is black (off) when the pick-up roller sensor does not detect paper at the pickup
roller assembly.
Indicator is green (on) when the registration sensor detects paper after the pickup roller
assembly.
Indicator is black (off) when the registration sensor does not detect paper after the pickup
roller assembly.
Indicator is green (on) when the ADF scan position sensor detects paper after the multipick sensors.
Indicator is black (off) when the ADF scan position sensor does not detect paper after the
multi-pick sensors.
Indicator is green (on) when the scan position sensor detects paper after the ADF scan
position sensor.
Indicator is black (off) when the scan position sensor does not detect paper after the ADF
scan position sensor.
Indicator is green (on) when the exit 1 sensor detects paper after the scan position sensor.
Indicator is black (off) when the exit 1 sensor does not detect paper after the scan position
sensor.
Indicator is green (on) when the exit 2 sensor detects paper after the exit 1 sensor.
Indicator is black (off) when the exit 2 sensor does not detect paper after the exit 1 sensor.
Pick-up roller
sensor indicator
Registration
sensor indicator
ADF scan position

sensor indicator
Flatbed scan
position sensor
indicator
Exit 1 sensor
indicator
Exit 2 sensor
indicator
10
Aging (loop) button
Click the Aging (loop) button to test the carriage home position sensor.
11
Carriage home
position sensor
indicator
Indicator is green (on) when the scanner carriage has reached the home position.
Indicator is black (off) when the scanner carriage has not reached the home position.
12
OK button
Click the OK button to close the Sensor check dialog box.
13
Cancel button
Click the Cancel button to close the Sensor check dialog box.
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Figure 6-5 Sensor tab
Table 6-6 Sensor tab

Item
Description
Function
ADF open sensor

indicator
Indicator is green (on) when the ADF is open.
Indicator is black (off) when the ADF is closed.
Carriage home
position sensor
indicator
Indicator is green (on) when the when the scanner carriage has reached the home position.
Indicator is black (off) when the scanner carriage has not reached the home position.
Background
solenoid sensor
indicator
Indicator is green (on) when the background is black.
Indicator is black (off) when the background is white.
Input-tray sensor
(up position)
indicator
Indicator is green (on) when the input tray is not in the home position.
Indicator is black (off) when input tray is in the home (down) position.
Elevator arm
sensor indicator
Indicator is green (on) when the elevator arm is in the home (down) position.
Indicator is black (off) when the elevator arm is not in the home (down) position.
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Table 6-6 Sensor tab (continued)

Item
Description
Function
Pick-up roller
sensor indicator
Indicator is green (on) when the pick-up roller sensor detects paper at the pick-up roller
assembly.
Indicator is black (off) when the pick-up roller sensor does not detect paper at the pickup
roller assembly.
Indicator is green (on) when the paper-present sensor detects paper in the ADF input tray.
Indicator is black (off) when the paper-present sensor does not detected paper in the ADF
input tray.
Indicator is green (on) when jam door 1 is open.
Indicator is black (off) when jam door 1 is closed.
Indicator is green (on) when the imprinter paper-present sensor detects paper at the
imprinter.
Indicator is black (off) when the imprinter paper-present sensor does not detect paper at
the imprinter.
Indicator is green (on) when the exit 1 sensor detects paper after the scan position sensor.
Indicator is black (off) when the exit 1 sensor does not detect paper after the scan position
sensor.
Indicator is green (on) when the exit 2 sensor detects paper after the exit 1 sensor.
Indicator is black (off) when the exit 2 sensor does not detect paper after the exit 1 sensor.
Indicator is green (on) when the registration sensor detects paper after the pickup roller
assembly.
Indicator is black (off) when the registration sensor does not detect paper after the pickup
roller assembly.
Indicator is green (on) when the multi-pick detection sensors detect two or more sheets
moving through the paper path simultaneously.
Indicator is black (off) when either no paper is present in the paper path or only one sheet
of paper is present in the paper path.
Indicator is green (on) when the ADF scan position sensor detects paper after the multipick sensors.
Indicator is black (off) when the ADF scan position sensor does not detect paper after the
multi-pick sensors.
Indicator is green (on) when the scan position sensor detects paper after the ADF scan
position sensor.
Indicator is black (off) when the scan position sensor does not detect paper after the ADF
scan position sensor.
Indicator is green (on) when the fan is not operating.
Indicator is black (off) when the fan is operating.
10
11
12
13
14
15
17
18
19
20
Paper-present
sensor indicator
Jam door 1 sensor

indicator
Jam door 2 sensor
indicator
Jam door 3 sensor
indicator
Imprinter paperpresent sensor
indicator
Exit 1 sensor
indicator
Exit 2 sensor
indicator
Registration
sensor indicator
Multi-pick
detection sensor
indicator
ADF scan position

sensor indicator
Flatbed scan
position sensor
indicator
Flatbed motor fan

alarm indicator
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Table 6-6 Sensor tab (continued)

Item
Description
Function
21
Flatbed carriage
fan alarm indicator
Indicator is black (off) when fan is operating.
22
24
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ADF motor fan

alarm indicator
ADF carriage fan2
alarm indicator
27
OK button
Click the OK button to close the Sensor check dialog box.
28
Cancel button
Click the Cancel button to close the Sensor check box.
Control panel check dialog box

1.
2.
On the toolbar, click Panel.

NOTE: When the Control panel check dialog box is open and any button, except the power button,
is pressed on the control panel, the corresponding button will illuminate on the Control panel check
dialog box. This is an effective way to check if control panel buttons are working properly.
Figure 6-6 Control panel check dialog box
Table 6-7 Control panel check dialog box

Item
Description
Function
Attention LED color area
Click the green button to change the Attention LED color to

green.
Click the amber button to change the Attention LED color to

amber.
Click the off button to turn off the Attention LED.
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Item
Description
Function
OK button
Click the OK button to close the Control panel check dialog box.
Cancel button
Click the Cancel button to close the Control panel check dialog
box.
ADF feed test dialog box

1.
2.
On the toolbar, click ADF.

Figure 6-7 ADF feed test dialog box
Table 6-8 ADF feed test dialog box

Item
Description
Function
Resolutions area
Select a resolution setting for an ADF feed test.
150dpi
200dpi
240dpi
300dpi
400dpi
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Table 6-8 ADF feed test dialog box (continued)

Item
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Description
Options area
Counter
information area
Function
500dpi
600dpi
Select options for an ADF feed test:
Long Page Mode
Paperless Mode
Double Feed Detection Mode
Print Test Pattern (Imprinter)
View page count and scan count information:
ADF page count
Scan count
Feed Test button
Click Feed Test to start a feed test from the ADF input tray after resolution and options are
selected.
OK button
Click OK to close the ADF feed test dialog box.
Cancel button
Click Cancel to close the ADF feed test dialog box.
Actuators dialog box

1.
2.
On the toolbar, click Actuator.

Figure 6-8 Actuators dialog box
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Table 6-9 Actuators dialog box

Item
Description
Function
Motor and
Solenoid area
1.
Select from the following options to diagnose motor or solenoid problems:
2.
2
Fan area
Select aging to activate the carriage motor.
Select stop to deactivate the carriage motor.
Click the ADF background (solenoid) down arrow.
Select black to activate the ADF background solenoid and set the background
to black.
Select white to activate the ADF background solenoid and set the background
to white.
Click the ADF input-tray lift motor down arrow.
Select aging to activate the lift motor.
Select stop to deactivate the lift motor.
Click the ADF feed motor down arrow.
Select rotation to activate the feed motor.
Select stop to deactivate the feed motor.
Click the ADF pick motor down arrow.
Select cw to activate the pickup motor in a clockwise direction.
Select ccw to activate the pickup motor in a counterclockwise direction.
Click the ADF exit motor down arrow.
Select rotation to activate the feed motor.
Click the execute button to activate selections.
Click the all on button to turn on all fans or click the all off button to turn off all fans. The fans
may also be selected individually.
1.
Select individual fans.
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Click the Carriage motor down arrow.
Click the Scanner carriage-motor fan down arrow.
Select on to activate the motor fan.
Select stop to deactivate the motor fan.
Click the Scanner carriage fan down arrow.
Select on to activate the carriage fan.
Select stop to deactivate the carriage fan.
Table 6-9 Actuators dialog box (continued)

Item
Description
Function
2.
Click the ADF motor fan down arrow.
Select on to activate the ADF motor fan.
Select stop to deactivate the ADF motor fan.
Click the ADF carriage fan down arrow.
Select on to activate the ADF carriage fan.
Select stop to deactivate the ADF carriage fan.
Click the execute button to activate or deactivate selections.
OK button
Click the OK button to close the Actuators dialog box.
Cancel button
Click the Cancel button to close the Actuators dialog box.
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NVRAM dialog box

WARNING! Do not add, delete, or modify NVRAM values. Doing so might render the product
inoperable.
1.
2.
On the toolbar, click NVRAM.

The NVRAM dialog box contains two tabs:
Get/SetNVRAMValue(String)
RAWWriteNVRAM/RAWReadNVRAM
WARNING!
inoperable.
Do not add, delete, or modify NVRAM values. Doing so might render the product
Figure 6-9 Get/SetNVRAMValue(String) tab
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Figure 6-10 Get/SetNVRAMValue(String) tab
WARNING! Do not add, delete, or modify NVRAM values. Doing so might render the product
inoperable.
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Update dialog box
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1.
2.
On the toolbar, click Update.
3.
Use the Update dialog box to update the product firmware.
Repair menu
1.
2.
On the toolbar, click Repair.
Figure 6-11 Repair menu
Table 6-10 Repair menu

Item
Description
Download Factory Click Download Factory NVRAM data (*.nvr) via FTP to search the FTP site for the factory
NVRAM data
NVRAM data and then save it on the computer's hard drive. See Download factory NVRAM
data on page 84.
(*.nvr) via FTP
Backup current
NVRAM data
Click Backup current NVRAM data to restore the current NVRAM values of the ADF and
flatbed. See Backup current NVRAM data on page 87.
Repair NVRAM
data
Click Repair NVRAM data to upload of previously stored NVRAM data from the computer's
hard drive to the NVRAM of the selected device and then change certain NVRAM values as
required by various repair scenarios. See Repair NVRAM data on page 89.
Adjust ADF
alignment
Click Adjust ADF alignment to adjust resolution settings. See Align the ADF on page 96.
Create the factory

calibration data for
ADF-A
Click Create the factory calibration data for ADF-A to adjust resolution settings. See Create
the factory calibration data for ADF-A on page 99.
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Version information dialog box

1.
2.
On the toolbar, click Version.

Figure 6-12 Version information dialog box
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Diagrams
Component locator diagrams
Major components
Major components (1 of 3)
Figure 6-13 Major components (1 of 3)
3
4
5
7
6
Table 6-11 Major components (1 of 3)
Item
Description
ADF jam door 1
ADF
ADF output tray
Scanner motor fan-filter cover
Control panel
Scanner base
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2
Item
Description
ADF jam door 2
Scanner optical-carriage lock
1
3
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Item
Description
USB port
Table 6-13 Major components (3 of 3) (continued)

Item
Description
Power-cord receptacle
Power switch
ADF motors and fans

ADF motors and fans (1 of 2)
Figure 6-16 ADF motors and fans (1 of 2)
Table 6-14 ADF motors and fans (1 of 2)

item
Description
ADF motor fan
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ADF motors and fans (2 of 2)

Figure 6-17 ADF motors and fans (2 of 2)
Table 6-15 ADF motors and fans (2 of 2)

Item
Description
ADF carriage fan
Scanner motors and fans

Table 6-16 Scanner motors and fans
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Item
Description
Not shown
Not shown
Not shown
Printed circuit assemblies

ADF PCAs
Figure 6-18 ADF PCAs
Table 6-17 ADF controller PCA

Item
Description
ADF controller PCA
Not shown
Imprinter PCA
Not shown
ADF upper- and lower-multipick sensor PCAs
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Scanner PCAs
Figure 6-19 Scanner PCAs
1
2
Table 6-18 Scanner PCAs
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Item
Description
Power-supply PCA
Not shown
Control-panel PCA
Image-quality troubleshooting tools

Repetitive-image-defect ruler
Defects on product rollers can cause image defects to appear at regular intervals on the scanned page,
corresponding to the circumference of the roller that is causing the defect. Measure the distance between
defects that recur on a scanned page. Use the following table or the repetitive-defect ruler to determine
which roller is causing the defect. To resolve the problem, try cleaning the roller first. If the roller remains
dirty after cleaning or if it is damaged, replace the part that is indicated in Table 6-19 Repetitive defects
on page 262.
NOTE: You can make a graphical repetitive-defect ruler by using these measurements. For the most
accurate results, use a metric ruler.
Table 6-19 Repetitive defects
Component
Distance between defects
ADF pickup roller
## mm (#.# inches)
ADF feed rollers
## mm (#.# inches)
ADF separation pad
## mm (#.# inches)
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Error conditions can cause the product to display error messages on the host computer. Use the
following table to find a solution to these problems.

Table 6-20 ISIS driver communicated message
Control panel message
Description
Recommended action
A document feeder paper jam has been

detected in the cleanout (-4725)
Not applicable
Check ADF paper-path for jams starting at

input tray, then jam doors 1, 2, and 3 clear all
jams. Review the thumbnails of the pages
that have already been scanned in the Scan
Progress window, reinsert any necessary
pages into the input tray, and click Scan More
Pages.

detected in the input tray (-4723)
Not applicable

Pages.

detected in the output tray (-4724)
Not applicable

Pages.
Can't talk to scanner
Not applicable
Check that USB connections are secure on

both sides. Power cycle scanner and try
operation again.
Imprinter is off paper. It is positioned

incorrectly or it has reached the edge of
the page. (-4729)
Not applicable
Reposition the imprinter cartridge and try

scan again.
Multiple-page misfeed in ADF or scanned

page is longer than expected. (-4726)
Not applicable
A page was longer than expected or multiple

pages were picked. Ensure the correct paper
size is specified in Profile Settings. Remove
misfed pages from the output tray and ensure
the pages are not stuck together. Return
pages to the document feeder and click Scan
More Pages to continue scanning..
No page was found in the feeder. (-4401)
Not applicable
Place paper in the input tray and try operation

again or change scan parameters to
scanning.
Paper jammed in scanner; clear paper and

continue. (-4426)
Not applicable

Pages.
Problem with scanner transport

mechanism
Not applicable
Power cycle scanner and attempt operation

again. If this does not work, contact support.
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Table 6-20 ISIS driver communicated message (continued)

Description
Recommended action
Scanner cover is open. (-4429)
Not applicable
Lower ADF and try operation again.
Scanner door is open. (-4618)
Not applicable
Scanner hardware problem
Not applicable
Check paper path for jams, power cycle, and

tray scan again.
Scanner is busy
Not applicable
Wait one minute for scanner to become

available again and reattempt scan. If this
does not work, power cycle scanner and
attempt operation again. If this does not work,
contact support.
Scanner is not ready. (Power might have

been cycled.)

operation again.
Scanner is not responding
Not applicable

operation again.
Scanner overheated
Not applicable

The ADF cannot pick up the paper or it is

jammed. Remove the paper and leaf
through the stack. (-4722)
Not applicable

Pages.
The imprinter ink level is low. Please

replace the ink cartridge. (-4728)
Not applicable
Refer to the Setup and use the imprinter

section of the N9120 User Guide for tips on
Installing or replacing imprinter cartridges
and imprinter maintenance.
The scanner carriage failed to return to its Not applicable

home position. (-4713)

The scanner device failed its calibration.

(-4715)

Not applicable
Table 6-21 SDSS error message displayed

Description
Recommended action
A paper jam has occurred. Clear the jam,

review the thumbnails of the pages that
have already been scanned in the Scan
pages into the input tray, and click Scan
More Pages.
Not applicable

Pages.

More Pages.
Not applicable

Pages.
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Table 6-21 SDSS error message displayed (continued)

Description
Recommended action

More Pages.
Not applicable

Pages.

More Pages.
Not applicable

Pages.

More Pages.
Not applicable

Pages.
Imprinter is off paper. It is positioned

incorrectly or it has reached the edge of
the page.
Not applicable
Reposition the imprinter cartridge and try

scan again.
Multiple-page misfeed detected in

scanner document feeder. A page was
longer than expected or multiple pages
were picked. Please ensure the correct
paper size is specified in Profile Settings.
Remove misfed pages from the output
tray and ensure the pages are not stuck
together. Return pages to the document
feeder and click Scan More Pages to
continue scanning.
Not applicable
A page was longer than expected or multiple

pages were picked. Ensure the correct paper
size is specified in Profile Settings. Remove
misfed pages from the output tray and ensure
the pages are not stuck together. Return
pages to the document feeder and click Scan
More Pages to continue scanning.
No memory available
Not applicable
Close unnecessary applications to free up

usable memory and re-scan documents.
No page was found in the feeder
Not applicable
Place paper in the input tray and try operation

again or change scan parameters to
scanning.
Scanner busy
Not applicable
Wait one minute for scanner to become

available again and reattempt scan. If this
does not work, power cycle scanner and
attempt operation again. If this does not work,
contact support.
Scanner cover open
Not applicable
Scanner cover open
Not applicable
Scanner not connected
Not applicable

operation again.
Scanner not connected
Not applicable

operation again.
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Table 6-21 SDSS error message displayed (continued)

Description
Recommended action
Scanner not ready
Not applicable

operation again.
The imprinter ink level is low. Please

replace the ink cartridge.
Not applicable
Refer to the Setup and use the imprinter

section of the N9120 User Guide for tips on
Installing or replacing imprinter cartridges
and imprinter maintenance.
Unspecified scanner error
Not applicable
Check paper path for jams, power cycle, and

tray scan again.
Unspecified scanner error
Not applicable

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Solve paper-handling problems

Jams
Common causes of jams
The product is jammed.
Cause
Solution
The source document does not meet specifications.
Make sure that the document to be scanned meets the ADF

and media specifications. See Paper handling on page 10 and
Media specifications on page 10.
A component is installed incorrectly.
Verify that the imprinter cartridge, the ADF pickup roller, and
the ADF separation pad are correctly installed.
If the product was recently serviced, make sure that any
replaced or reinstalled components are correctly installed and
that all wire-harness connectors and FFCs are fully seated at
the PCA or component.
The ADF tray is loaded incorrectly.
Remove any excess paper from the tray. Make sure that the
stack is below the maximum stack height mark in the tray. See
Paper handling on page 10.
The source documents loaded in the ADF input tray are

skewed.
The ADF tray guides are not adjusted correctly. Adjust them
so that they hold the stack firmly in place without bending it.
The source documents are binding or sticking together.
Remove the documents and flex them to break any static

charge in the stack. Reload the paper into the tray.
The source documents are in poor condition.
Make sure that the source documents are in good condition. If

the documents are in poor condition, use the glass to scan the
document.
Photocopy the damaged page, and then add the photocopy to
the input stack in the ADF input tray.
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The internal pickup roller in the ADF is not picking up the

source document.
Remove the top sheet of the stack. If the source document is

too heavy, it might not be picked from the tray.
The source document is perforated or embossed.
Perforated or embossed documents do not separate easily.

Use the scanner glass to scan the document.
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Solve common ADF jams

You can use this procedure when a jam occurs during a multiple-page ADF scan job or when a jam
occurs during a single-page ADF scan job.
1.
At the scan destination, examine the scan output to determine which page was the last to be
completely scanned.
2.
Reload the unscanned pages in the ADF input tray. If any pages are damaged, do one of the
following:
3.
Photocopy the damaged page, and then add the photocopy to the input stack.
Scan the damaged page from the scanner glass.
Reprint the original document.
Prepare the stack as follows:

a.
Fan the stack of document pages to ensure that the pages do not stick together. Fan the edge
that will be pointing into the feeder in one direction, and then fan that same edge in the opposite
direction.
b.
Align the edges of the documents by tapping the bottom of the stack against the table top.
Rotate the stack 90 degrees and repeat.
c.
Resume scanning.
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Clear jams from the ADF

1.
Remove any loose pages from the ADF input tray.
2.
Lift the latch on top of the ADF to open the top and side ADF access doors (jam door 1 and jam
door 2).
Figure 6-20 Clear jams from the ADF (1 of 5)
3.
Remove any jammed pages from the ADF input tray.

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4.
Remove any jammed pages from inside the ADF.

5.
Remove any jammed pages from the ADF output tray.

Be careful not to dislodge or damage the imprinter cartridge or carriage.
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6.
If the jammed page still cannot be removed, follow these steps:

a.
Open the ADF.
b.
Push the green tab toward the ADF to open ADF jam door 3. If the door does not open
automatically, gently pry it open.
c.
Gently pull the page out of the ADF.
7.
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Close jam door 1 and jam door 2), and then close the ADF. If the jam occurred during a multiplepage ADF scan job, see Solve common ADF jams on page 268 for information about solving ADF
jams.
The bottom of the scanned image is cut off

By default, the scanner can scan paper that is up to 420 mm (16.5 in) long. If the document is longer,
the end of the document is not included in the scanned image. For more information about paper
handling specifications, see Paper handling on page 10 and Media specifications on page 10.
Verify that you have specified an appropriate page size in the scanning software.
Scan extra long documents

By default, the ADF accepts a stack of originals up to 300 x 420 mm (11.8 x 16.5 in). You can choose
to scan pages up to 300 x 864 mm (11.8 x 34 in) through the ADF.
Use the following procedure to enable long-page scans in an HP Smart Document Scan software profile.
Enable long-page scans in an HP Smart Document Scan software profile
1.
Open the HP Smart Document Scan software.
2.
Select a scan profile, and then click Edit.
3.
On the Scan tab of the Profile Settings dialog box, click Custom in the Size drop-down list, and
then type the actual page dimensions, up to 300 x 864 mm (11.8 x 34 in), in the Width and
Height boxes.
NOTE: In other scanning software, the page-size settings are on the Layout tab of the ISIS or
TWAIN Advanced Settings dialog box.
Some scanning and destination software (including the Kofax VirtualReScan driver) might not
support all of the page sizes that the scanner accepts.
HP recommends scanning long pages individually at a resolution of 300 dpi or lower.
Disable misfeed (multipick) detection

The Misfeed (Multipick) Detection feature stops the scan or copy process if it senses that multiple pages
are fed into the scanner at one time. This feature is enabled by default; however, you can disable it if
you want.
Disable the misfeed (multipick) detection feature in an HP Smart Document Scan software profile
1.
2.
3.
On the Scan tab of the Profile Settings dialog box, click Advanced Settings.
4.
On the More tab of the Properties dialog box, clear the Enable check box.
NOTE: To disable the Misfeed (Multipick) Detection feature in another scanning software,
navigate to the ISIS or TWAIN Advanced Settings dialog box. On the More tab, clear the
Enable check box.
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ADF does not feed paper
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The ADF access doors (jam door 1 and jam door 2) might not be securely latched. Open the ADF
access doors, and then close the doors by pressing firmly.
A problem with the ADF hardware might exist. Try the following:
a.
Disconnect the USB cable and the power cable from the scanner. Check that the power cable
is still connected to the power source.
b.
Make sure that the ADF has at least one piece of paper in the input tray.
c.
Reconnect the power cable to the scanner, and then turn the scanner on.
d.
Try to scan another page through the ADF.
Solve image-quality problems

Image defects
These examples identify the most common image-quality problems. If you still have problems after trying
the suggested solutions, contact HP customer support.
Table 6-22 Image defect examples
Problem
Image example
Scanned image is all

black or all white.
Scanned image is
skewed.
Scanned image is cut off.
Solution
When scanning with the ADF, check the paper orientation.
When scanning from the scanner glass, make sure that the item you are trying
to scan is placed face down on the glass and the ADF is closed.
When scanning with the ADF, make sure that the paper guides touch the edges
of the original. Make sure that all documents are the same size.
When scanning from the scanner glass, straighten the original on the scanner
glass, and then scan again.
By default, the scanner can scan paper that is up to 420 mm (16.5 in) long. If the
document is longer, the end of the document is not included in the scanned image.
Verify that you have specified an appropriate page size in the scanning software.
See The bottom of the scanned image is cut off on page 272.
Scanned image contains

repetitive defects.
A component might be need dirty, damaged, or past its expected life.

See Clean the ADF on page 24, Repetitive-image-defect ruler on page 262 , or
Parts life expectancy on page 22.
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Table 6-22 Image defect examples (continued)

Problem
Image example
Solution
Scanner scans only one

side of a double-sided
page.
For single-pass duplex scanning, scan pages through the ADF.
Select the Duplex setting in the scanning or copy software.
Scanned image is fuzzy.
For images scanned by using the ADF, check the following:

1.
Verify that the document original is not fuzzy.
2.
Check for any obstructions in the scanner paper path and make sure that the
paper guides are positioned appropriately. Try another scan.
3.
If the scanned image is still of poor quality, clean the ADF. See Clean the ADF
on page 24.
For images scanned by using the scanner glass, check the following:
NOTE: It is important that the item you scan comes in close contact with the
scanner glass.
Scanner is scanning items

very slowly.
Scanned images contain

streaks or scratches.
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Aa Bb C c
Aa Bb C c
Aa Bb C c
Aa Bb C c
Aa Bb C c
1.
Verify that the document original is not fuzzy.
2.
Check to see that the item is in full contact with the scanner glass.
3.
If the scanned image is still of poor quality, clean the scanner glass. See Clean
the scanner glass on page 27.
If you are scanning to edit text, the optical character recognition (OCR)
software program causes the scanner to scan more slowly, which is normal.
Wait for the item to scan.
The resolution might be set too high. Reset the resolution to a lower level in
the scanning software.
Check that the originals are clean and unwrinkled.
Clean the ADF or the scanner glass. See Clean the ADF on page 24 or Clean
the scanner glass on page 27.
Replace the separation pad and the feed roller. See Pickup-roller assembly
on page 47 or Separation-pad assembly on page 49.
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Table 6-22 Image defect examples (continued)

Problem
Image example
Vertical white stripes

appear on the printed
page.
Aa Bb C c
Aa Bb C c
Aa Bb C c
Aa Bb C c
Aa Bb C c
Scanned image has poor

contrast.
Solution
The destination printer might be out of toner or ink. Scan a different original to
the same printer to see if the issue lies with the printer.
If the second original has the same problem, clean the ADF or the scanner
glass. See Clean the ADF on page 24 or Clean the scanner glass
on page 27.
Try filtering out color from the document. See Filter out color from a document
(color dropout) on page 277.
Change the background color when using the ADF. See Set the background
color for scans from the ADF on page 276.
Set the background color for scans from the ADF

When you scan from the ADF, you can choose a white or black background for the scan. When the scan
background contrasts with the color at the outside edges of the document, the scanning software is
better able to distinguish the edges of the scanned document. For example, use the black background
to scan a document that is printed on white paper.
Select the scan background color in an HP Smart Document Scan software profile
1.
2.
3.
4.
On the More tab of the Properties dialog box, select a color from the ADF Background dropdown list.
NOTE: To set the scan background color in another scanning software, navigate to the ISIS or
TWAIN Advanced Settings dialog box. On the More tab, select a color from the ADF
Background drop-down list.
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Filter out color from a document (color dropout)

You can filter out a dark background from the image content, for example black text on green paper or
red instructions on a form. Removing colors from the scan reduces the scan file size. You can select to
filter out a color channel (red, green, or blue) or up to three specific colors. For specific colors, the
sensitivity setting controls how closely a scanned color must approximate the specified color.
Select colors to eliminate from a scan in an HP Smart Document Scan software profile
1.
2.
3.
4.
On the Color Dropout tab of the Properties dialog box, specify the color-dropout settings.
NOTE:
For 24-bit color scans, you must select specific colors to be dropped out.
To filter out color in another scanning software, navigate to the ISIS or TWAIN Advanced
Settings dialog box. On the Color Dropout tab, specify the color-dropout settings.
For more information about the color-dropout settings, see the online help for the scanning software
that you are using.
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Solve performance problems

Table 6-23 Solve performance problems
Problem
Solution
Scanner will not turn on.
Verify that power is being supplied to the scanner.

The scanner power switch might be turned off. Be sure that the power switch located
on the back of the scanner is turned on.
The scanner might have been unplugged. Check to see that the power cable has not
become disconnected from the scanner or unplugged from the power source.
Scanner is scanning items very slowly.
If you are scanning to edit text, the optical character recognition (OCR) software
program causes the scanner to scan more slowly, which is normal. Wait for the item
to scan.
The resolution might be set too high. Reset the resolution to a lower level. Change
the resolution in the scanning software.
Scanner lamp stays on.

NOTE: The scanner lamp does not
turn off when paper is in the ADF input
tray.
Scanner does not scan right away.
The scanner lamp should time out and turn off automatically after a period of inactivity
(about 15 minutes). If the scanner lamp remains on after a long period of inactivity,
turn off the scanner, wait 30 seconds, and then turn the scanner back on.
If the scanner lamp remains on after a long period of inactivity, turn off the scanner,
wait 30 seconds, and then turn the scanner back on.
Make sure that the power switch on the right side of the scanner is turned on.
If the scanner has not been used for a while, the scanner lamp might need to go
through a warm-up period before scanning can begin. If the scanner lamp needs to
warm up, it takes a moment after starting the software or pressing a scanner button
for scanning to begin.
NOTE: You can enable Instant Lamp On mode in the HP Scanner Tools Utility.
Scanner scans only one side of a

double-sided page.
Scanned pages are out of order at the
scan destination.
For single-pass duplex scanning, scan pages through the ADF.
Select the Duplex setting in the scanning or copy software.
Insert a multiple-page document with the printed first page of the document facing up
and with the top or left edge of the document pointing into the feeder.
Scanned pages are missing at the scan When the ADF is used, pages that stick together are scanned as one item. The hidden
destination.
pages are not scanned. Enable Misfeed (Multipick) Detection to stop the scan or copy
process if multiple pages are fed into the scanner at one time.
See Disable misfeed (multipick) detection on page 272 (on the More tab, select the
Enable check box).
Scan files are too large.
Verify the scan resolution setting.

NOTE: Scanning at a higher resolution than necessary creates a larger file
with no additional benefit.
200 dpi is sufficient for storing documents as images.
For most fonts, 300 dpi is sufficient for using optical character recognition
(OCR) to create editable text.
For Asian fonts and small fonts, 400 dpi is the recommended resolution.
Color scans create larger files than black and white scans.
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Table 6-23 Solve performance problems (continued)

Problem
The imprinter is not printing or the print

quality is poor.
NOTE: To use the imprinter, load
originals in the ADF. The imprinter
cannot print on pages placed on the
scanner glass.
Control-panel buttons do not operate or

behave unexpectedly.
Solution
If you are scanning a large number of pages at one time, consider scanning
fewer pages at a time to create more, smaller files.
Use the Kofax VirtualReScan software to process the scanned data. Kofax
VirtualReScan compresses the data, which can result in a smaller file.
If you reset the ink level in the HP Scanner Tools Utility the last time that you replaced
the imprinter cartridge, you will receive imprinter status alerts when the ink level is
running low. If you did not reset the ink level at the time that you replaced the ink
cartridge, you might receive erroneous imprinter status alerts or the imprinter might
run out of ink before the HP Scanner Tools Utility reports that the ink level is low.
1.
Verify that the Enable Imprinting check box is selected in the scanning
software.
2.
If the imprinter ink is smearing or leaving blobs of ink on the paper, remove the
print cartridge, and then gently wipe the copper contacts of the print cartridge
with a clean, damp, lint-free cloth. Reinstall the imprinter cartridge, but do not
reset the ink level in the HP Scanner Tools Utility.
3.
Verify that the cartridge stall latch holds the imprinter cartridge firmly in place.
See Imprinter cartridge on page 42.
4.
Verify that the imprinter is positioned at one of the predefined locations that is
inside the width of the paper as it is fed through the ADF.
5.
Clean and test the imprinter.

a.
Press the Tools button on the scanner front panel to open the HP Scanner
Tools Utility. Click the Imprinter tab, and then click Clean Imprinter.
b.
Make sure that the ADF has at least one piece of paper in the input tray.
c.
In the HP Scanner Tools Utility, click Test Imprinter.
d.
If the imprinter print quality is good, continue scanning. Otherwise, replace

the imprinter cartridge.
If the buttons do not function, see Control-panel buttons on page 234.

If the control-panel buttons are behaving unexpectedly, try the following procedure:
NOTE: The Scan and Copy button

settings can be changed in the HP
Scanner Tools Utility. You cannot
change the settings for the Cancel,
Tools, or Power Save buttons.
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Table 6-23 Solve performance problems (continued)

Problem
Solution
NOTE: After each step, press a button to see if it is working correctly. If the problem
persists, proceed with the next step.
1.
On the Buttons tab of the HP Scanner Tools Utility, determine the associations
for the Scanner Front Panel Buttons. If necessary, change the software that
is assigned to a button.
2.
Verify that the expected program is installed on the computer by looking at the
Start menu.
If necessary, install the program.
3.
Wrong profile is used when the Scan

button is pressed.
NOTE: For information about

assigning control-panel button
functions, see your product user guide.
a.
Open Control Panel, select Scanners and Cameras, and then select your
scanner model from the list.
b.
Examine the buttons settings for your scanner.
Make sure that the Start this program option is selected and that the
correct application is selected in the drop-down list.
Windows 2000: Make sure that the Disable Device Events option is
not selected.
Windows XP and Vista: Make sure that the Take No Action option is
not selected.
If you are using the HP Smart Document Scan software, use the HP Scanner
Tools Utility to determine which HP Smart Document Scan software profile is
assigned to the Scan button. If necessary, reset the profile assigned to the
button.
NOTE: You can also assign an HP Smart Document Scan software profile to
the Copy button.
If the problem persists, the buttons might be assigned outside of the HP Scanner
Tools Utility. Try the following procedure:
If you are using other scanning software, see the online help for that program.
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Solve connectivity problems

Solve direct-connect problems
If you have connected the product directly to a computer, check the USB cable.
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Verify that the cable is connected to the computer and to the product.
Verify that the cable is not longer than 2 meters (6 feet). Replace the cable if necessary.
Verify that the cable is working correctly by connecting it to another product. Replace the cable if
necessary.
For more information, see Check the USB connection on page 233.
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Parts and diagrams
Ordering parts and supplies
Service part numbers
How to use the parts diagrams and lists
ADF components
Flatbed scanner assemblies
Alphabetical parts list
Numerical parts list
283
Ordering parts and supplies

1.
Visit the HP scanner support Web site at www.hp.com/support.
2.
Select your country/region, and then select your language.
3.
Enter the scanner model number, and then press Enter.
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Service part numbers

HP Scanjet N9120 documentation
Table 7-1 HP Scanjet N9120 documentation
Part
Part number
Description
Getting Started
Guide (includes
setup poster and
warranty
information)
L2683-90009
English/Bahasa Ind/Thai
L2683-90010
English/French/Spanish/Portuguese
L2683-90011
German
L2683-90012
German, Italian, French, Dutch
L2683-90013
Spanish, Catalan, Portuguese, Greek, Polish
L2683-90014
English, Arabic, French, Portuguese
L2683-90015
Bulgarian, Croatian, Romanian, Slovenian
L2683-90016
Turkish, Czech, Slovakian, Hungarian
L2683-90017
Estonian, Lithuanian, Latvian, Hebrew, Russian
L2683-90018
Swedish, Finnish, Norwegian, Danish
L2683-90019
English/Simp Chinese
L2683-90020
English/Trad Chinese/Korean
Imprinter cartridges
Table 7-2 Imprinter cartridges
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Part
Part number
Description
Imprinter cartridge
HP 51604A
Black
HP 51605B
Blue
HP 51605R
Red
Service part numbers 285
Power Cords
Table 7-3 Power cords
Part
Part number
Description
Power cord
8121-0740
PWR-CORD OPT-903 3-COND 1.9-M-LG (NA, Mexico)
8121-0731
PWR-CORD OPT-902 3-COND 1.9-M-LG (Europe, Korean)
8121-0733
PWR-CORD OPT-912 3-COND 1.9-M-LG (Denmark)
8121-0739
PWR-CORD OPT-900 3-COND 1.9-M-LG 5A-FUS (UK, HK, Sing)
8121-1004
PWR-CORD OPT-919 3-COND 1.9-M-LG ROHS (Israel)
8121-0738
PWR-CORD OPT-906 3-COND 1.9-M-LG (Switzerland)
8121-0737
PWR-CORD OPT-917 3-COND 1.9-M-LG (South Africa)
8121-0964
PWR-CORD OPT-934 3-COND 1.9-M-LG ROHS (Taiwan)
8121-0742
PWR-CORD-OPT-922 3-COND 1.9-M-LG (China)
8121-0734
PWR-CORD OPT-927 3-COND 1.9-M-LG (Philippines/Thailand)
8121-0837
PWR-CORD OPT-901 3-COND 1.9-M-LG (Australia)
8121-0564
PWR-CORD OPT-923 3-COND 1.9-M-LG (India)
8121-0729
PWR-CORD OPT-920 3-COND 1.9-M-LG (Argentina)
8121-0735
PWR-CORD OPT-921 3-COND 1.9-M-LG (Chile)
8121-1071
PWR-CORD OPT-940 3-COND 1.9-M-LG (Brazil)
Maintenance kits
Table 7-4 Maintenance kits
Part
Part number
Description
Package
L2683-00001
Carton - HP p/n: L2683-00001
L2683-00002
Bottom Tray - HP p/n: L2683-00002
L2683-60003
Cushion - Bottom Assy - HP p/n: L2683-60003
L2683-60004
Cushion - Top Assy - HP p/n: L2683-60004
L2683-80009
ADF tray pad - HP p/n: L2683-80009
L2683-80008
Pad platen - HP p/n: L2683-80008
9223-0831
Corru Clips - HP p/n: 9223-0831
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Field replaceable units (FRUs)

Table 7-5 Field replaceable units (FRUs)
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Location
Part number
Description
ADF
PF2307-SVPNI
Entire ADF with ADF alignment pins / (preliminary) 6

unit per pallet
ADF
PF2307-GSPNI
Entire ADF with ADF alignment pins made in japan /

(preliminary) 6 unit per pallet
ADF
PF2307K201NI
ADF alignment screws
ADF
PF2307K253NI
A4 paper-stop
ADF
PF2307K254NI
Pickup-roller cover
ADF
PF2307K202NI
ADF jam door 3
ADF
PF2307K203NI
ADF
PF2307K204NI
Paper present and imprinter PCA holder
ADF
PF2307K205NI
Imprinter PCA
ADF
PF2307K206NI
ADF
PF2307K207NI
Input-tray-elevator arm and attachment screw
ADF
PF2307K208NI
ADF shingle wall with Mylar strip and separation pad

and spring
ADF
PF2307K209NI
ADF
PF2307K210NI
ADF
PF2307K211NI
ADF bottom corner, inner paper path guide
ADF
PF2307K212NI
ADF bottom corner, outer paper path guide
ADF
PF2307K213NI
ADF
PF2307K214NI
ADF front cover
ADF
PF2307K215NI
ADF back cover
ADF
PF2307K216NI
ADF output tray and cover
ADF
PF2307K217NI
ADF bottom cover
ADF
PF2307K218NI
ADF
PF2307K219NI
ADF
PF2307K220NI
ADF feed-motor assembly (includes pulley)
ADF
PF2307K221NI
ADF pick-motor assembly (includes pulley)
ADF
PF2307K222NI
ADF motor fan and ADF carriage fan
ADF
PF2307K223NI
ADF
PF2307K224NI
ADF
PF2307K225NI
ADF
PF2307K226NI
Sensor used in numerous ADF applications
Service part numbers 287
Table 7-5 Field replaceable units (FRUs) (continued)

Location
Part number
Description
ADF
PF2307K227NI
ADF
PF2307K228NI
ADF
PF2307K229NI
ADF controller PCA
ADF
PF2307K230NI
Exit 1 and Exit 2 sensor arms
ADF
PF2307K231NI
ADF carriage wide flex cable
ADF
PF2307K232NI
ADF carraige narrow flex cable
ADF
PF2307K233NI
ADF
PF2307K234NI
ADF
PF2307K235NI
ADF
PF2307K236NI
ADF
PF2307K237NI
ADF base reflector
ADF
PF2307K260NI
Scanner
IR4067-WSPNI
Scanner and ADF without any lower-level materials

(i.e., power cords, manuals, CDs, USB cable)
including ADF alignment pins. / (preliminary) 6 unit
per pallet
Scanner
IR4067-SVPNI
Entire flatbed scanner with ADF alignment pins /

(preliminary) 6 unit per pallet
Scanner
IR4067-GWSNI
G-SKU scanner and ADF without any lower-level

materials (i.e., power cords, manuals, CDs, USB
cable) including ADF alignment pins. / (preliminary) 6
unit per pallet
Scanner
IR4067-GSPNI
G-SKU entire flatbed scanner with ADF alignment

pins / (preliminary) 6 unit per pallet
Scanner
PF2307K201NI
ADF alignment screws
Scanner
IR4067K201NI
Scanner
IR4067K202NI
Control-panel PCA
Scanner
IR4067K203NI
Scanner back cover
Scanner
IR4067K204NI
Scanner
IR4067K205NI
Scanner
IR4067K206NI
Scanner carriage fan and motor fan
Scanner
IR4067K207NI
Scanner
IR4067K208NI
Scanner
IR4067K209NI
Scanner
IR4067K210NI
Power supply PCA
Scanner
IR4067K211NI
Fan filter
Scanner
IR4067K212NI
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How to use the parts diagrams and lists

The figures in this chapter show the major subassemblies in the product and their component parts. A
parts list table follows each exploded-view assembly diagram. Each table lists the item number, the
associated part number, and the description of each part. If a part is not listed in the table, it is not a
FRU.
NOTE: If the product is owned by the U.S. government, the ADF and flatbed scanner have a special
serial-number designation. Replacement components for these products must have a similar serialnumber designation.
In this manual, the abbreviation PCA stands for printed circuit-board assembly. A component
described as a PCA might consist of a single circuit board or a circuit board plus other parts, such as
cables and sensors.
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How to use the parts diagrams and lists 289
ADF components
Figure 7-1 ADF assemblies (1 of 14)
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Table 7-6 ADF assemblies (1 of 14)
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Ref
Description
Part number
Qty
ADF front cover
PF2307K214NI
Screw
PF2307K239NI
ADF back cover
PF2307K215NI
Screw
NS-SCR00084
ADF base reflector
PF2307K237NI
Hinge limiter
PF2307P147
Screw
040080FNBI
ADF components 291
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Ref
Description
Part number
Qty
Bottom cover
PF2307K217NI
Screw
PF2307K246A
ADF controller PCA
PF2307K229NI
ADF output tray
PF2307K216NI
Screw
PF2307K248NI
Flat flexible cable
PF2307K231NI
Flat flexible cable
PF2307K232NI
10
FFC separation shield
PF2307P392
11
ADF carriage fan
PF2307K222NI
12
Screw
PF2307K245NI
13
Screw
IR4067K214NI
14
ADF shingle wall
PF2307K208NI
15
Screw
IR4067K220NI
16
ADF input tray assembly
PF2307K203NI
17
Screw
PF2307K241NI
ADF components 293
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Description
Part number
Qty
A4 paper-stop
PF2307K253NI
ADF components 295
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Description
Part number
Qty
Separation pad spring
PF2307K236NI
Separation pad assembly
PF2307K235NI
ADF components 297
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Ref
Description
Part number
Qty
Bracket
PF2307K010A
Screw
NS-SCR00084B
Flatbed scan position sensor bracket
PF2307K011
Screw
PF2307K239NI
11
Screw
PF2307K248A
12
Screw
IR4067K214NI
13
PF2307K211NI
14
PF2307K212NI
15
ADF jam door 3
PF2307K202NI
19
PF2307K225NI
20
Screw
PF2307K239NI
24
PF2307K210NI
25
PF2307K209NI
26
Upper multi-pick sensor tray
PF2307K042
27
PF2307K224NI
28
Upper multi-pick sensor cover
PF2307K240NI
28
Upper multipick sensor cover
PF2307P007
40
ADF jam door 2
PF2307K051
41
Screw
PF2307K241NI
42
ADF jam door 1
PF2307K058
43
Sensor
PF2307K226NI
ADF components 299
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Description
Part number
Qty
12
Screw
IR4067K214NI
16
ADF bottom cover
PF2307K217NI
17
Screw
PF2307K246NI
29
ADF exit motor assembly
PF2307K218NI
30
ADF pick motor assembly
PF2307K221NI
31
ADF motor fan
PF2307K222NI
32
Screw
PF2307K245NI
33
ADF feed motor assembly
PF2307K220NI
34
Background solenoid assembly
PF2307K223NI
35
PF2307K223NI
36
PF2307K223NI
37
PF2307K223NI
38
Screws
PF2307K238NI
39
Background solenoid assembly spring
PF2307P350
43
Sensor
PF2307K226NI
44
PF2307K219NI
ADF components 301
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Description
Part number
Qty
Imprinter carriage rod
PF2307P229A
Imprinter cartridge holder clasp
PF2307P360A
Imprinter carriage frame and cable
PF2307K227NI
Clip
PF2307K250NI
Imprinter cable channel
PF2307P359C
10
PF2307K213NI
17
Screw
NS-SCR00027
18
PF2307K204NI
21
Input tray elevator arm
PF2307K207NI
22
Bushing
NS-MTL00017
23
Clip
PF2307K255NI
ADF components 303
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Description
Part number
Qty
Imprinter carriage latch
PF2307P680A
Imprinter carriage seat
PF2307P054B
Screw
026080FDBB
Spring
PF2307P360
Imprinter carriage guide
PF2307P229
ADF components 305
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Description
Part number
Qty
Imprinter paper-present sensor holder
PF2307P055B
Imprinter sensor mount
PF2307K228NI
PF2307K228NI
Screw
NS-SCR00027B
ADF components 307
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Description
Part number
Qty
Sensor arm
PF2307K230NI
Spring
PF2261P310C1
ADF components 309
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Ref
Description
Part number
Qty
Paper presence sensor and imprinter PCA holder
PF2307K204NI
Sensor
PF2307K226NI
Flat flexible cable
PF2307K627
PF2307K206NI
Imprinter PCA
PF2307K205NI
Screw
ADF components 311
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Description
Part number
Qty
PF2307K230NI
Spring
PF2261P310
ADF components 313
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Description
Part number
Qty
Mounting bracket
PF2307P132
ADF exit motor
PF2307K218NI
Screw
PF2307K239NI
Mounting bracket
PF2307P132
ADF components 315
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Description
Part number
Qty
Jam door 2 top cover
PF2307K059A
Sensor
PF2307K226NI
Jam door 2 bottom cover
PF2307K062A
Screw
NS-SCR00027B
PF2307K234NI
PF2307K233NI
Pickup-roller cover
PF2307K254NI
ADF components 317

Figure 7-15 Flatbed scanner assemblies (1 of 9)
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Table 7-20 Flatbed scanner assemblies (1 of 9)
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Ref
Description
Part number
Qty
Scanner right side cover
IR4067K061
Scanner control panel PCA
IR4067K202NI
Screw
IR4067K218NI/IR4067K232NI
Scanner control panel cover
IR4067K201NI
IR4067K205NI
Screw
Power-supply PCA
IR4067K210NI
Screw
Screw
10
Bracket
IR4067P141
11
Screw
12
ADF cable duct
IR4067K204NI
13
Screw
14
Scanner back cover
IR4067K203NI
15
Screw
16
Label
IR4067P410
Flatbed scanner assemblies 319
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Description
Part number
Qty
Cover MT
IR4067P012
Cover bottom MT
IR4067P016
Filter
IR4067K211NI
IR4067K212NI
Screw
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Ref
Description
Part number
Qty
Bracket
IR4067P131
Power-supply PCA
IR4067K210NI
Screw
Duct
IR4067P027
Screw
Clip
E450001208
Clip
E450000575
Bracket
IR4067K612
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Ref
Description
Part number
Qty
IR4067K205NI
Bracket
IR4067P127
Screw
Screw
030060FNBI
STGP
IR4067P368
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Description
Part number
Qty
GID-PCB
IR4067P044
SW-DC
IR4067P034
SW-GO
IR4067P035
SW-COPY2
IR4067P046
GID-LED
IR4067P047
ASY-PBA-PANEL
IR4067K505
Screw
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Description
Part number
Qty
FB-UNIT
IR4067K---
ASY-BKT-MOT
IR4067K052
Screw
NS-SCR00201
Screw
SP-T-080-656-29662
IR4067P311
IR4067K209NI
Screw
IR4067K206NI
Screw
10
Flatbed carriage fan
IR4067K206NI
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Description
Part number
Qty
Scanner carriage motor cable
IR4067K208NI
IR4067K207NI
Bracket
IR4067P119
Screw
ENWW
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Description
Part number
Qty
ASM-ACIN
IR4067K610
PLT-INL
IR4067P130
Washer
Screw
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ENWW
Ref
Description
Part number
Qty
Bracket
IR4067P129
IR4067K206NI
Screw
Alphabetical parts list

Table 7-29 Alphabetical parts list
Description
Part number
Table and page
A4 paper-stop
PF2307K253NI
ADF assemblies (3 of 14)

on page 295
ADF back cover
PF2307K215NI

on page 291
ADF base reflector
PF2307K237NI

on page 291
PF2307K211NI

on page 299
PF2307K212NI

on page 299
ADF bottom cover
PF2307K217NI

on page 301
ADF cable duct
IR4067K204NI

(1 of 9) on page 319
ADF carriage fan
PF2307K222NI

on page 293
ADF controller PCA
PF2307K229NI

on page 293
PF2307K213NI

on page 303
ADF exit motor
PF2307K218NI

on page 315
PF2307K218NI

on page 301
PF2307K220NI

on page 301
ADF front cover
PF2307K214NI

on page 291
PF2307K203NI

on page 293
PF2307K219NI

on page 301
ADF jam door 1
PF2307K058

on page 299
ADF jam door 2
PF2307K051

on page 299
ADF jam door 3
PF2307K202NI

on page 299
ADF motor fan
PF2307K222NI

on page 301
ADF output tray
PF2307K216NI

on page 293
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Table 7-29 Alphabetical parts list (continued)
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Description
Part number
Table and page
PF2307K221NI

on page 301
ADF shingle wall
PF2307K208NI

on page 293
PF2307K210NI

on page 299
ASM-ACIN
IR4067K610

ASY-BKT-MOT
IR4067K052

ASY-PBA-PANEL
IR4067K505

PF2307K223NI

on page 301
PF2307K223NI

on page 301
PF2307K223NI

on page 301
PF2307K223NI

on page 301
PF2307P350

on page 301
Bottom cover
PF2307K217NI

on page 293
Bracket
PF2307K010A

on page 299
Bracket
IR4067P141

Bracket
IR4067P131

Bracket
IR4067K612

Bracket
IR4067P127

Bracket
IR4067P119

Bracket
IR4067P129

Bushing
NS-MTL00017

on page 303
Clip
PF2307K250NI

on page 303
Clip
PF2307K255NI

on page 303
Alphabetical parts list 337

Description
Part number
Table and page
Clip
E450001208

Clip
E450000575

Cover bottom MT
IR4067P016

Cover MT
IR4067P012

Duct
IR4067P027

FB-UNIT
IR4067K---

PF2307P392

on page 293
Filter
IR4067K211NI

Flat flexible cable
PF2307K231NI

on page 293
Flat flexible cable
PF2307K232NI

on page 293
Flat flexible cable
PF2307K627

on page 311
IR4067K206NI

IR4067K206NI

PF2307K011

on page 299
GID-LED
IR4067P047

GID-PCB
IR4067P044

Hinge limiter
PF2307P147

on page 291
PF2307P359C

on page 303
PF2307K227NI

on page 303
PF2307P229

on page 305
PF2307P680A

on page 305
PF2307P229A

on page 303
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Description
Part number
Table and page
PF2307P054B

on page 305
PF2307P360A

on page 303
PF2307K228NI

on page 307
PF2307P055B

on page 307
Imprinter PCA
PF2307K205NI

on page 311
PF2307K228NI

on page 307
PF2307K207NI

on page 303
PF2307K062A

on page 317
PF2307K059A

on page 317
Label
IR4067P410

PF2307K209NI

on page 299
PF2307K225NI

on page 299
Mounting bracket
PF2307P132

on page 315
Mounting bracket
PF2307P132

on page 315
PF2307K204NI

on page 311
PF2307K204NI

on page 303
PF2307K206NI

on page 311
PF2307K234NI

on page 317
PF2307K233NI

on page 317
Pickup-roller cover
PF2307K254NI

on page 317
PLT-INL
IR4067P130

IR4067K209NI


Description
Part number
Table and page
Power-supply PCA
IR4067K210NI

Power-supply PCA
IR4067K210NI

PF2307K230NI

on page 313
Scanner back cover
IR4067K203NI

IR4067K212NI

IR4067K207NI

IR4067K208NI

IR4067K206NI

IR4067K201NI

IR4067K202NI

IR4067K205NI

IR4067K205NI

IR4067K061

Screw
PF2307K239NI

on page 291
Screw
NS-SCR00084

on page 291
Screw
040080FNBI

on page 291
Screw
PF2307K246A

on page 293
Screw
PF2307K248NI

on page 293
Screw
PF2307K245NI

on page 293
Screw
IR4067K214NI

on page 293
Screw
IR4067K220NI

on page 293
Screw
PF2307K241NI

on page 293
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Description
Part number
Table and page
Screw
NS-SCR00084B

on page 299
Screw
PF2307K239NI

on page 299
Screw
PF2307K248A

on page 299
Screw
IR4067K214NI

on page 299
Screw
PF2307K239NI

on page 299
Screw
PF2307K241NI

on page 299
Screw
IR4067K214NI

on page 301
Screw
PF2307K246NI

on page 301
Screw
PF2307K245NI

on page 301
Screw
NS-SCR00027

on page 303
Screw
026080FDBB

on page 305
Screw
NS-SCR00027B

on page 307
Screw

on page 311
Screw
PF2307K239NI

on page 315
Screw
NS-SCR00027B

on page 317
Screw
IR4067K218NI/
IR4067K232NI

Screw
IR4067K220NI/
IR4067K234NI

Screw
IR4067K214NI/
IR4067K228NI

Screw
IR4067K220NI/
IR4067K234NI

Screw
IR4067K220NI/
IR4067K234NI

Screw
IR4067K214NI/
IR4067K228NI

Screw
IR4067K214NI/
IR4067K228NI


Description
Part number
Table and page
Screw
IR4067K213NI/
IR4067K235NI

Screw
IR4067K214NI/
IR4067K228NI

Screw
IR4067K220NI/
IR4067K234NI

Screw
IR4067K214NI/
IR4067K228NI

Screw
030060FNBI

Screw
IR4067K213NI/
IR4067K235NI

Screw
NS-SCR00201

Screw
IR4067K214NI/
IR4067K228NI

Screw
IR4067K220NI/
IR4067K234NI

Screw
IR4067K220NI/
IR4067K234NI

Screw
IR4067K214NI/
IR4067K228NI

Screw
IR4067K216NI/
IR4067K230NI

Screw
IR4067K219NI/
IR4067K233NI

Screws
PF2307K238NI

on page 301
Sensor
PF2307K226NI

on page 299
Sensor
PF2307K226NI

on page 301
Sensor
PF2307K226NI

on page 311
Sensor
PF2307K226NI

on page 317
Sensor arm
PF2307K230NI

on page 309
PF2307K235NI

on page 297
PF2307K236NI

on page 297
SP-T-080-656-29662
IR4067P311

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Description
Part number
Table and page
Spring
PF2307P360

on page 305
Spring
PF2261P310C1

on page 309
Spring
PF2261P310

on page 313
STGP
IR4067P368

SW-COPY2
IR4067P046

SW-DC
IR4067P034

SW-GO
IR4067P035

PF2307K240NI

on page 299
PF2307K224NI

on page 299
PF2307K042

on page 299
PF2307P007

on page 299
Washer
IR4067K217NI/
IR4067K231NI

Numerical parts list

Table 7-30 Numerical parts list
Part number
Description
Table and page
Screw

on page 311
026080FDBB
Screw

on page 305
030060FNBI
Screw

040080FNBI
Screw

on page 291
E450000575
Clip

E450001208
Clip

IR4067K---
FB-UNIT

IR4067K052
ASY-BKT-MOT

IR4067K061

IR4067K201NI

IR4067K202NI

IR4067K203NI
Scanner back cover

IR4067K204NI
ADF cable duct

IR4067K205NI

IR4067K205NI

IR4067K206NI

IR4067K206NI

IR4067K206NI

IR4067K207NI

IR4067K208NI

IR4067K209NI

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Table 7-30 Numerical parts list (continued)
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Part number
Description
Table and page
IR4067K210NI
Power-supply PCA

IR4067K210NI
Power-supply PCA

IR4067K211NI
Filter

IR4067K212NI

IR4067K213NI/
IR4067K235NI
Screw

IR4067K213NI/
IR4067K235NI
Screw

IR4067K214NI
Screw

on page 293
IR4067K214NI
Screw

on page 299
IR4067K214NI
Screw

on page 301
IR4067K214NI/
IR4067K228NI
Screw

IR4067K214NI/
IR4067K228NI
Screw

IR4067K214NI/
IR4067K228NI
Screw

IR4067K214NI/
IR4067K228NI
Screw

IR4067K214NI/
IR4067K228NI
Screw

IR4067K214NI/
IR4067K228NI
Screw

IR4067K214NI/
IR4067K228NI
Screw

IR4067K216NI/
IR4067K230NI
Screw

IR4067K217NI/
IR4067K231NI
Washer

IR4067K218NI/
IR4067K232NI
Screw

IR4067K219NI/
IR4067K233NI
Screw

IR4067K220NI
Screw

on page 293
IR4067K220NI/
IR4067K234NI
Screw

Numerical parts list 345

Part number
Description
Table and page
IR4067K220NI/
IR4067K234NI
Screw

IR4067K220NI/
IR4067K234NI
Screw

IR4067K220NI/
IR4067K234NI
Screw

IR4067K220NI/
IR4067K234NI
Screw

IR4067K220NI/
IR4067K234NI
Screw

IR4067K505
ASY-PBA-PANEL

IR4067K610
ASM-ACIN

IR4067K612
Bracket

IR4067P012
Cover MT

IR4067P016
Cover bottom MT

IR4067P027
Duct

IR4067P034
SW-DC

IR4067P035
SW-GO

IR4067P044
GID-PCB

IR4067P046
SW-COPY2

IR4067P047
GID-LED

IR4067P119
Bracket

IR4067P127
Bracket

IR4067P129
Bracket

IR4067P130
PLT-INL

IR4067P131
Bracket

IR4067P141
Bracket

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Part number
Description
Table and page
IR4067P311
SP-T-080-656-29662

IR4067P368
STGP

IR4067P410
Label

NS-MTL00017
Bushing

on page 303
NS-SCR00027
Screw

on page 303
NS-SCR00027B
Screw

on page 307
NS-SCR00027B
Screw

on page 317
NS-SCR00084
Screw

on page 291
NS-SCR00084B
Screw

on page 299
NS-SCR00201
Screw

PF2261P310
Spring

on page 313
PF2261P310C1
Spring

on page 309
PF2307K010A
Bracket

on page 299
PF2307K011

on page 299
PF2307K042

on page 299
PF2307K051
ADF jam door 2

on page 299
PF2307K058
ADF jam door 1

on page 299
PF2307K059A

on page 317
PF2307K062A

on page 317
PF2307K202NI
ADF jam door 3

on page 299
PF2307K203NI

on page 293
PF2307K204NI

on page 303

Part number
Description
Table and page
PF2307K204NI

on page 311
PF2307K205NI
Imprinter PCA

on page 311
PF2307K206NI

on page 311
PF2307K207NI

on page 303
PF2307K208NI
ADF shingle wall

on page 293
PF2307K209NI

on page 299
PF2307K210NI

on page 299
PF2307K211NI

on page 299
PF2307K212NI

on page 299
PF2307K213NI

on page 303
PF2307K214NI
ADF front cover

on page 291
PF2307K215NI
ADF back cover

on page 291
PF2307K216NI
ADF output tray

on page 293
PF2307K217NI
Bottom cover

on page 293
PF2307K217NI
ADF bottom cover

on page 301
PF2307K218NI

on page 301
PF2307K218NI
ADF exit motor

on page 315
PF2307K219NI

on page 301
PF2307K220NI

on page 301
PF2307K221NI

on page 301
PF2307K222NI
ADF carriage fan

on page 293
PF2307K222NI
ADF motor fan

on page 301
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Part number
Description
Table and page
PF2307K223NI

on page 301
PF2307K223NI

on page 301
PF2307K223NI

on page 301
PF2307K223NI

on page 301
PF2307K224NI

on page 299
PF2307K225NI

on page 299
PF2307K226NI
Sensor

on page 299
PF2307K226NI
Sensor

on page 301
PF2307K226NI
Sensor

on page 311
PF2307K226NI
Sensor

on page 317
PF2307K227NI

on page 303
PF2307K228NI

on page 307
PF2307K228NI

on page 307
PF2307K229NI
ADF controller PCA

on page 293
PF2307K230NI
Sensor arm

on page 309
PF2307K230NI

on page 313
PF2307K231NI
Flat flexible cable

on page 293
PF2307K232NI
Flat flexible cable

on page 293
PF2307K233NI

on page 317
PF2307K234NI

on page 317
PF2307K235NI

on page 297
PF2307K236NI

on page 297

Part number
Description
Table and page
PF2307K237NI
ADF base reflector

on page 291
PF2307K238NI
Screws

on page 301
PF2307K239NI
Screw

on page 291
PF2307K239NI
Screw

on page 299
PF2307K239NI
Screw

on page 299
PF2307K239NI
Screw

on page 315
PF2307K240NI

on page 299
PF2307K241NI
Screw

on page 293
PF2307K241NI
Screw

on page 299
PF2307K245NI
Screw

on page 293
PF2307K245NI
Screw

on page 301
PF2307K246A
Screw

on page 293
PF2307K246NI
Screw

on page 301
PF2307K248A
Screw

on page 299
PF2307K248NI
Screw

on page 293
PF2307K250NI
Clip

on page 303
PF2307K253NI
A4 paper-stop

on page 295
PF2307K254NI
Pickup-roller cover

on page 317
PF2307K255NI
Clip

on page 303
PF2307K627
Flat flexible cable

on page 311
PF2307P007

on page 299
PF2307P054B

on page 305
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Part number
Description
Table and page
PF2307P055B

on page 307
PF2307P132
Mounting bracket

on page 315
PF2307P132
Mounting bracket

on page 315
PF2307P147
Hinge limiter

on page 291
PF2307P229

on page 305
PF2307P229A

on page 303
PF2307P350

on page 301
PF2307P359C

on page 303
PF2307P360
Spring

on page 305
PF2307P360A

on page 303
PF2307P392

on page 293
PF2307P680A

on page 305
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Service and support
353
Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement

HP PRODUCT
DURATION OF LIMITED WARRANTY
HP Scanjet N9120
One year
HP warrants to you, the end-user customer, that HP hardware and accessories will be free from defects
in materials and workmanship after the date of purchase, for the period specified above. If HP receives
notice of such defects during the warranty period, HP will, at its option, either repair or replace products
which prove to be defective. Replacement products may be either new or equivalent in performance to
new.
HP warrants to you that HP software will not fail to execute its programming instructions after the date
of purchase, for the period specified above, due to defects in material and workmanship when properly
installed and used. If HP receives notice of such defects during the warranty period, HP will replace
software which does not execute its programming instructions due to such defects.
HP does not warrant that the operation of HP products will be uninterrupted or error free. If HP is unable,
within a reasonable time, to repair or replace any product to a condition as warranted, you will be entitled
to a refund of the purchase price upon prompt return of the product.
HP products may contain remanufactured parts equivalent to new in performance or may have been
subject to incidental use.
Warranty does not apply to defects resulting from (a) improper or inadequate maintenance or calibration,
(b) software, interfacing, parts or supplies not supplied by HP, (c) unauthorized modification or misuse,
(d) operation outside of the published environmental specifications for the product, or (e) improper site
preparation or maintenance.
TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, THE ABOVE WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND
NO OTHER WARRANTY OR CONDITION, WHETHER WRITTEN OR ORAL, IS EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED AND HP SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF
MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Some countries/regions, states or provinces do not allow limitations on the duration of an implied
warranty, so the above limitation or exclusion might not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights and you might also have other rights that vary from country/region to country/region, state
to state, or province to province.
HP's limited warranty is valid in any country/region or locality where HP has a support presence for this
product and where HP has marketed this product. The level of warranty service you receive may vary
according to local standards. HP will not alter form, fit or function of the product to make it operate in a
country/region for which it was never intended to function for legal or regulatory reasons.
TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, THE REMEDIES IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT
ARE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. EXCEPT AS INDICATED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT
WILL HP OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF DATA OR FOR DIRECT, SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING LOST PROFIT OR DATA), OR OTHER DAMAGE,
WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE. Some countries/regions, states or
provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
THE WARRANTY TERMS CONTAINED IN THIS STATEMENT, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT
LAWFULLY PERMITTED, DO NOT EXCLUDE, RESTRICT OR MODIFY AND ARE IN ADDITION TO
THE MANDATORY STATUTORY RIGHTS APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF THIS PRODUCT TO YOU.
354 Appendix A Service and support
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Customer self repair warranty service

HP products are designed with many Customer Self Repair (CSR) parts to minimize repair time and
allow for greater flexibility in performing defective parts replacement. If during the diagnosis period, HP
identifies that the repair can be accomplished by the use of a CSR part, HP will ship that part directly to
you for replacement. There are two categories of CSR parts: 1) Parts for which customer self repair is
mandatory. If you request HP to replace these parts, you will be charged for the travel and labor costs
of this service. 2) Parts for which customer self repair is optional. These parts are also designed for
Customer Self Repair. If, however, you require that HP replace them for you, this may be done at no
additional charge under the type of warranty service designated for your product.
Based on availability and where geography permits, CSR parts will be shipped for next business day
delivery. Same-day or four-hour delivery may be offered at an additional charge where geography
permits. If assistance is required, you can call the HP Technical Support Center and a technician will
help you over the phone. HP specifies in the materials shipped with a replacement CSR part whether
a defective part must be returned to HP. In cases where it is required to return the defective part to HP,
you must ship the defective part back to HP within a defined period of time, normally five (5) business
days. The defective part must be returned with the associated documentation in the provided shipping
material. Failure to return the defective part may result in HP billing you for the replacement. With a
customer self repair, HP will pay all shipping and part return costs and determine the courier/carrier to
be used.
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Customer self repair warranty service 355
Repack the product

If your product needs to be moved, shipped to another location, or returned to HP, perform the following
procedure to repack it.
CAUTION: Shipping damage as a result of inadequate packing is the customer's responsibility. The
product must remain upright during shipment.
Repack the product
CAUTION: It is extremely important to remove the imprinter cartridge before shipping the product. An
imprinter cartridge left in the product during shipping can leak and entirely cover the product with toner.
To prevent damage to the imprinter cartridge, store it in the original packing material.
1.
Remove the imprinter cartridge and ship separately.
2.
Insert four spacers in jam door 1.

Figure A-1 Repack the product (1 of 3)
3.
Insert two spacers in jam door 2.

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4.
Attach the spacer tape to the outside of the ADF.

5.
Lock the optical scanner carriage.
6.
Pack the product.

NOTE: Use the original shipping container and packing material, if possible. If you have already
disposed of the packing material, contact a local mailing service for information about repacking
the product. HP recommends insuring the product for shipment.
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Repack the product 357
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Specifications
Physical specifications
Electrical specifications
Acoustic emissions
Power consumption specifications
Environmental specifications
359
Physical specifications
Table B-1 Physical specifications
Height
Depth
Width
Weight
342.9 mm
693.4 mm
558.8 mm
38.5 kg
(13.50 inches)
(27.3 inches)
(22.0 inches)
(85 lb)
Electrical specifications
Table B-2 Electrical specifications
Power requirements
100-240 V
50/60 Hz
Minimum recommended circuit capacity
1.8 Amp
WARNING! Power requirements are based on the country/region where the device is sold. Do not
convert operating voltages. This will damage the digital sender and void the product warranty.
Acoustic emissions
Table B-3 HP Scanjet N91201,2
Sound power level
Declared per ISO 9296
Scanning3
LWAd = #6.# Bels (A) [##dB (A)]
Ready
LWAd = Inaudible
Sound pressure level: bystander position
Declared per ISO 9296
Scanning (## ppm)3
LpAm = ## dB (A)
Ready
LpAm = Inaudible
Values are based on preliminary data, see www.hp.com/support for current information.
Configuration tested: HP Scanjet N9120 using the ADF.
HP Scanjet N9120 speed is 50 ppm (ADF scanning ; Letter/A4 size).
Power consumption specifications

For power consumption information, see the regulatory_supplement.htm file on the HP Scanning
Software CD.
360 Appendix B Specifications
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Environmental specifications
Table B-4 Environmental specifications
Temperature
Relative humidity
Operating
Storage
10 to 35C
-40 to 60C
(50 to 95F)
(-40 to 140F)
15% to 80% non-condensing
15% to 85%
CAUTION: The operating environment should be stable, with no abrupt changes in temperature or
humidity that might damage the device. If you move the device from a cold environment to a warm one,
wait about 2 hours before using it.
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Environmental specifications 361
362 Appendix B Specifications
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Regulatory information
Regulatory Model Identification Number
Materials disposal
Disposal of waste equipment by users in private households in the European Union
Country/region specific statements
363
Regulatory Model Identification Number

For regulatory identification purposes your product is assigned a Regulatory Model Number. The
Regulatory Model Number for your product is FCLSD-0705. This regulatory number should not be
confused with the marketing name (HP Scanjet N9120) or product number (L2683A). Additional
regulatory information about your scanner can be found on the regulatory_supplement.htm file on the
HP Scanning Software CD.
Materials disposal
This HP product contains the following materials that might require special handling at end of life:
Mercury in the fluorescent lamp in the scanner and/or transparent materials adapter
Disposal of this material can be regulated because of environmental considerations. For disposal or
recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) at
www.eiae.org.
Disposal of waste equipment by users in private

households in the European Union
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with
your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by
handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic
equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will
help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health
and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for
recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where
you purchased the product.
Country/region specific statements

Korean regulatory
364 Appendix C Regulatory information
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Index
A
acoustic specifications 360
automatic document feeder (ADF)
align 96
cleaning 24
feed system 34
feed test 246
height adjustment 70
misfeed detection 272, 278
motors 35
not feeding paper 273
operations 34
PCAs, locate 260
reinstall 66
sensors 34
specifications 10
automatic document feeder (ADF)
parts replacement
assemblies diagram and parts
list 290
FRUs list 60
guidelines 22
kits 286
See also remove and replace
parts
B
background settings 276
black image 274
blurred image 275
C
cables
carriage-motor, remove 223
included 17
calibration
after parts replacement 73
capacity
circuit, minimum 360
tray 10
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cartridge. See imprinter cartridge

circuit board assemblies
operations 32
cleaning
ADF 24
exterior 23
fan filters 28
product, about 23
scanner glass 27
supplies 39
color
filter out from a document 277
select background 276
select for Attention LED 244
components. See parts
contents of shipping box 17
contrast, poor 276
control panel
blank, troubleshooting 231
buttons, lock 234
buttons, troubleshooting 279
check functionality 244, 248
cover, remove 52
use buttons to
troubleshoot 234
walkaround 7
Copy button profile
assignment 279
covers
ADF back, remove 57
ADF front, remove 54
ADF pickup-roller,
remove 183
back, remove 59
back-filter, remove 53
control-panel, remove 52
external, remove 51
right-filter, remove 53
crooked image 274
cut-off image 274

D
defects
image quality 274
repeating 262
troubleshooting 274
delayed scanning 278
dialog boxes, open and use
Actuators 248
ADF Feed Test 246
Control Panel Check 244
NVRAM 251
Sensor Check 239
Version 255
disable control-panel buttons 234
disposal regulations 364
documentation
included 17
part numbers, Getting Started
Guide languages 285
product guides 2
Web site 2
doors
ADF jam door 3, remove 186
drivers
supported 8
duplex scanning
troubleshooting 275, 278
E
electrical. See power
electrostatic discharge (ESD) 38
environment specifications 361
error messages
computer-display, list and
solutions 263
European Union, waste
disposal 364
Index 365
F
fans
ADF carriage, remove 102
ADF motor, remove 101
ADF, locate 258
carriage, remove 206
carriage-motor, remove 203
filters, remove 44
locate 259
operations 33
fasteners list and numbers 39
feature list
control panel 7
product 3
field-replaceable units (FRUs)
ADF list 60
flatbed scanner list 201
replacement strategy 38
parts; parts list and numbers
file size and resolution 278
filters
fan, clean 28
fan, remove 44
replacement guidelines 22
fuzzy image 275
G
Getting Started Guide
languages and part
numbers 285
glass, scanner
cleaning 27
remove 220
guides. See documentation
H
height adjustment, ADF 70
HP Scanjet N9120 Service Tool
dialog box, Actuators 248
dialog box, ADF feed test 246
dialog box, Control Panel
Check 244
dialog box, NVRAM 251
dialog box, Sensor Check 239
dialog box, Version 255
menus 235
HP Scanjet utilities
uninstall and reinstall 233
366 Index
HP Scanner Tools Utility

control-panel button
settings 279, 280
help 2
installation 19
maintenance 22
open 22
purpose 22
supported 8
HP Scanning Software
installation 19
background color setting 276
color drop-out settings 277
help 2
installation 19
long page settings 272
multipick detection, enable or
disable 272
supported 8
humidity specifications 361
I
image quality
defects and solutions 274
repeating defects 262
troubleshooting 274
imprinter cartridge
remove 42
use 279
ink. See imprinter cartridge
input tray. See tray
installation
site preparation 14
software 19
test 20
unpack 15
J
jams
ADF, clear 269
common causes and
solutions 267
computer-display
messages 263
media that causes 11
solve common ADF 268
troubleshooting 267
K
Korean regulatory
information 364
L
lamp, scanner
not turning off 278
languages
change for documentation 2
Getting Started Guide 285
LEDs
Attention LED, change
color 244
control-panel indicators 31
front panel, understand 232
lock
control-panel buttons 234
long documents scanning 272
M
manuals. See documentation
materials disposal 364
messages
computer-display, list and
solutions 263
Misfeed (Multipick) Detection
feature 272, 278
model number
product 6
regulatory 364
modes
product 31
motors
ADF exit, remove 104
ADF feed, remove and
replace 108
ADF input-tray lift,
remove 103
ADF pick, remove and
replace 114
ADF, locate 258
carriage, remove 208
locate 259
N
noise specifications 360
O
operating environment
specifications 361
operating systems supported
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See also software

operation theory
basics 30
circuit board assemblies 32
fans 33
modes and indicators 31
overview 29
overview
control panel 7
product, feature list 3
product, walkaround 4
P
pages
extra long 272
in wrong order 278
missing 278
paper
not feeding into ADF 273
specifications 10
types to avoid 11
paper path guides
ADF bottom corner inner paper
path guide 149
ADF bottom corner outer 147
ADF exit inner 156
ADF top corner inner 159
parts
diagrams of 256, 283
locator, ADF motors and
fans 258
locator, ADF PCAs 260
locator, major parts 256
locator, motors and fans 259
locator, PCAs 261
ordering 284
service block diagram 36
user-replaceable 41
parts; parts diagrams
parts diagrams
ADF components 290
ADF motors and fans 258,
259
component locator 256
flatbed scanner
assemblies 318
how to use 289
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major components 256,

257
printed circuit assemblies 260
scanner motors and fans 259
scanner PCAs 261
parts list and numbers
ADF and scanner parts 287
ADF, with diagram 290
documentation 285
field-replaceable units
(FRUs) 287
maintenance kits 286
power cords 286
scanner assemblies, with
diagram 318
screws and fasteners 39
service 285
physical specifications 360
power
cable, included 17
consumption 360
cords list 286
specifications 360
switch and receptacle assembly,
remove 224
power-on
failure 278
troubleshooting 231
print quality. See image quality
printed circuit-board assemblies
(PCAs)
ADF controller, remove 123
ADF imprinter, remove and
replace 125
ADF lower multi-pick,
remove 121
ADF upper multi-pick,
remove 119
ADF, locate 260
control-panel, remove 211
holder for ADF PCA,
remove 188
locate 261
power-supply, remove 216
scanner controller,
remove 213
product overview
back 5
feature list 3
front and right side 4
model and serial numbers 6

product walkaround 4
side (left) 5
Q
quality. See image quality
R
regulatory information
country/region specific 364
materials disposal 364
model number 364
reinstall
ADF 66
ADF background-solenoid
assembly 197
ADF base reflector 46
ADF cal-strip assembly 152
ADF feed-motor
assembly 111
ADF feed-motor drive belt 110
ADF output tray 181
ADF pick-motor assembly 116
flatbed scan position
sensor 131
flatbed scan position sensor
arm 163
imprinter PCA 126
pickup-roller assembly 48
separation-pad assembly 50
remove
colors from a document 277
materials for disposal 364
remove and replace parts
ADF 62
ADF A4 paper-stop 193
ADF back cover 57
ADF background-solenoid
assembly 194
ADF base reflector 45
ADF bottom corner inner paper
path guide 149
ADF bottom corner outer paper
path guide 147
ADF cal-strip assembly 150
ADF carriage fan 102
ADF controller PCA 123
ADF elevator arm sensor 137
ADF exit 1 sensor 133
ADF exit 1 sensor arm 165
Index 367
ADF exit 2 sensor 134

ADF exit 2 sensor arm 166,
174
ADF exit inner paper path
guide 156
ADF exit-motor assembly 104
ADF feed-motor
assembly 108
ADF front cover 54
ADF FRUs list 60
ADF hinge limiters 185
ADF imprinter carriage and
FFC 199
ADF imprinter PCA 125
ADF imprinter PCA
holder 188
ADF input-tray assembly 177
ADF input-tray lift-motor
assembly 103
ADF input-tray sensor 129
ADF input-tray-elevator
arm 169
ADF jam door 1 sensor 141
ADF jam door 2 sensor 142
ADF jam door 3 186
ADF lower multi-pick sensor
PCA 121
ADF motor fan 101
ADF output tray 179
ADF paper present
sensor 188
ADF paper-present-sensor
arm 168
ADF pick-motor assembly 114
ADF pickup-roller cover 183
ADF pickup-roller spring 175
ADF power-cable
assembly 221
ADF scan position sensor 146
ADF separation-pad
spring 176
ADF shingle wall 190
ADF top corner inner paper path
guide 159
ADF upper feed-guide 160
ADF upper multi-pick sensor
PCA 119
after procedures 40
back cover 59
back-filter cover 53
368 Index
background solenoid
sensor 138
before procedures 39
carriage fan 206
carriage motor 208
carriage-motor cable 223
carriage-motor fan 203
control-panel cover 52
control-panel PCA 211
external covers 51
fan filters 44
arm 162
flatbed scanner 202
flatbed scanner FRUs list 201
guidelines 22
imprinter cartridge 42
jam door 3 sensor 143
life expectancy 22
paper-present sensor 139
pickup-roller assembly 47
pickup-roller sensor 135
power switch and power
receptacle assembly 224
power-supply PCA 216
registration sensor 140
registration sensor arm 172
right-filter cover 53
safety 38
scanner controller PCA 213
scanner-glass assembly 220
separation-pad assembly 22,
49
strategy 38
tools required 39
user-replaceable parts list 41
repacking the product 356
repeating defects
ruler 262
troubleshooting 274
resolution
recommended settings 278
rollers
pickup, remove and
replace 47
S
safety information
electrostatic discharge
(ESD) 38
general ii
parts replacement 38
Scan button profile
assignment 279, 280
scan profiles 272, 276, 277,
280
scanner
diagram and parts list 318
drivers supported 8
screwdrivers for parts
replacement 39
screws
parts list and numbers 39
sensor
ADF exit 1 133
sensors
ADF elevator arm,
remove 137
ADF exit 1 arm 165
ADF exit 2 arm 166
ADF exit 2, remove 134
ADF input-tray, remove 129
ADF paper present,
remove 188
ADF scan position,
remove 146
background solenoid,
remove 138
check functionality 239
flatbed scan position 130
arm 162
imprinter paper-present 144
paper present, remove 139
pickup roller 135
registration, remove 140
separation pad
remove and replace 49
serial numbers
product 6
service
about 353
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after procedures 40
before procedures 39
repacking the product 356
replacing parts 38
setup instructions 13
shipping the product 356
size
paper limits 10
skewed image 274
slow scanning 275, 278
software
for troubleshooting, use 235
included 17
installation 19
installation for
troubleshooting 233
scanner management,
supported 8
supported 8
solenoids
ADF background, remove and
replace 194
specifications
acoustic 360
ADF 10
environment 361
media 10
physical 360
power 360
power, about 360
streaked image 275
stripes on image 276
supplies
cleaning 39
maintenance 22
ordering 284
support Web site 2, 284
system requirements 9
T
temperature specifications 361
tools for parts replacement 39
tray
ADF input, remove 177
capacity 10
troubleshooting
ADF not working 273
basic checks 230
bottom of image cut off 272
checklist 229
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computer-display error
messages 263
connectivity 281
control-panel buttons 279
control-panel buttons
diagnostics 234
diagnostic software, main
screen 235
diagnostic software, open 235
dialog box, Actuators 248
dialog box, ADF feed test 246
dialog box, Control Panel
Check 244
dialog box, NVRAM 251
dialog box, Scan 237
dialog box, Sensor Check 239
dialog box, Update 253
dialog box, Version 255
direct-connect problems 281
duplex scanning 278
fans 249
image quality 262, 274
imprinter 279
jams 267
LEDs 232
motors 249
power-on 231
process, about 228
repair menu 254
repeating defects 262
Scan button 280
scanner lamp 278
scanner performance
problems 278
solenoids 249
USB connection 233
use control panel buttons 234
See also jams
W
warranty
Customer self repair 355
product 354
Web site, support 2, 284
weight
paper limits 10
white
image 274
stripes on image 276
U
USB cable
check for troubleshooting 233
included 17
User Guide
description 2
user-replaceable parts list 41
V
voltage specifications 360
Index 369
370 Index
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NVRAM data file examples ............................................................... 82

Flatbed scan position sensor arm .................................................................................... 162

Control-panel buttons ...................................................................................... 234

HP Scanjet N9120 documentation ................................................................................... 285

Table 1-1 Product guides ................................................................................................................................... 2

Control panel check dialog box ...................................................................................................... 244

Major components (3 of 3) ........................................................................................................... 257

Repetitive defects ......................................................................................................................... 262

Table 7-1 HP Scanjet N9120 documentation ................................................................................................. 285

ADF assemblies (2 of 14) ............................................................................................................... 293

ADF assemblies (8 of 14) ............................................................................................................. 305

ADF assemblies (14 of 14) ........................................................................................................... 317

Flatbed scanner assemblies (6 of 9) ............................................................................................ 329

Physical specifications ................................................................................................................... 360

Front and right-side view ................................................................................................................... 4

Control-panel features ...................................................................................................................... 7

Unpack the device (5 of 9) .............................................................................................................. 17

USB connection ............................................................................................................................ 19

Clean the ADF (5 of 5) .................................................................................................................... 26

Figure 4-3 Service block diagram ..................................................................................................................... 36

Remove the imprinter cartridge (4 of 4) .......................................................................................... 43

Remove the pickup-roller assembly .............................................................................................. 47

Reinstall the separation-pad assembly ......................................................................................... 50

Remove the ADF front cover (5 of 5) ............................................................................................ 56

Remove the ADF (1 of 8) .............................................................................................................. 62

Remove the ADF (7 of 8) .............................................................................................................. 65

Reinstall the ADF (5 of 7) .............................................................................................................. 68

Figure 5-47 ADF height adjustment (4 of 6) ..................................................................................................... 71

ADF height adjustment (6 of 6) ..................................................................................................... 72

Replacement scenario #4 (6 of 7) ................................................................................................. 78

Download factory NVRAM data (1 of 6) ........................................................................................ 84

Backup current NVRAM data (1 of 3) ........................................................................................... 87

Repair NVRAM data (4 of 5) ......................................................................................................... 92

ADF alignment (3 of 6) .................................................................................................................. 97

Remove the ADF motor fan (1 of 2) ............................................................................................ 101

Figure 5-91 Remove the ADF exit-motor assembly (2 of 7) ........................................................................... 104

Remove the ADF exit-motor assembly (4 of 7) ........................................................................... 105

Remove the ADF feed-motor assembly (3 of 4) ......................................................................... 109

Reinstall the ADF feed-motor assembly (2 of 5) ....................................................................... 112

Remove the ADF pick-motor assembly (3 of 5) ........................................................................ 115

Reinstall the ADF pick-motor assembly (4 of 5) ........................................................................ 118

Remove the lower multi-pick sensor PCA (2 of 2) .................................................................... 122

Reinstall the imprinter PCA (2 of 4) .......................................................................................... 127

Remove the exit 2 sensor ......................................................................................................... 134

Remove the background solenoid sensor (1 of 2) .................................................................... 138

Remove the jam door 3 sensor ................................................................................................. 143

Remove the ADF cal-strip assembly (4 of 5) ............................................................................ 151

Figure 5-167 Reinstall the ADF cal-strip assembly (5 of 7) ............................................................................ 154

Reinstall the flatbed scan position sensor arm (1 of 3) ............................................................. 163

Remove the exit 2 sensor arm (3 of 3) ..................................................................................... 167