- Use the diagram to identify: The daughterboard ports (top half of the diagram).
- If the ribbon cables are original, locate the stickers labeling each cable.
- Match cable sticker labels to the chart shown on the left of the diagram.
- The two printheads inside the carriage (printhead diagrams).
- Identify which cables connect to the top port of the printhead using the chart.
- Identify which cables connect to the bottom port of the printhead using the chart.
- Ensure ribbon cable orientation is correct: Blue tape sides must face each other.
- When inserting into the daughterboard port: Blue tape must be on the specified side shown in the diagram.
- Contact points (teeth) must face the specified side shown in the diagram.
- Inspect ribbon cable contact points before installation.
- Do not use cables with bent, lifted, or damaged contact points.
- Recognize that damaged contact points can cause printer issues.
Installing R2 Pro Ribbon Cables into the Daughterboard
- Position the ribbon cable against the port first.
- Press the ribbon cable straight downward into the port.
- Use firm, careful pressure to prevent damage to the ribbon cable.
- Use the L Series diagram as reference for correct cable placement.
- Identify the printhead sections in the diagram: Top half refers to the color printhead.
- Identify the daughterboard adapters: Left adapter is for the color printhead.
- If ribbon cables are original, use the cable stickers to identify each cable.
- Match the sticker labels to the chart shown on the left of the diagram.
- Bottom half refers to the white printhead.
- Right adapter is for the white printhead.
- Identify which cables connect to the top port of the printhead using the chart.
- Identify which cables connect to the bottom port of the printhead using the chart.
- Ensure ribbon cable orientation is correct: Blue tape sides must face each other.
- When inserting into the daughterboard port: Blue tape must be on the specified side shown in the diagram.
- Contact points (teeth) must face the specified side shown in the diagram.
- Inspect ribbon cable contact points before installation.
- Do not use cables with bent, lifted, or damaged contact points.
- Position each ribbon cable first.
- Insert the ribbon cable by applying even pressure across the entire cable.
- Confirm correct insertion: You should barely see the tips of the contact points when installed correctly.