DesignJet Z3200

Formatter Board Failure

This error indicates a problem with the formatter board, which is the main logic board of the printer. It controls all printer functions and communication.

Carriage Assembly Failure

This error indicates a problem with the carriage assembly, which holds the printheads and moves across the paper. It suggests the carriage motor, encoder strip, or belt might be faulty, preventing proper movement.

System Error: Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Malfunction

This error indicates a problem with the printer's internal hard disk drive. The HDD is used for job storage, processing, and firmware functions.

Front Panel Failure

This error indicates a problem with the front panel assembly, which includes the display and control buttons. It might be a communication issue or a hardware failure.

Memory Error

This error indicates a problem with the printer's internal memory (RAM). This can prevent the printer from booting up or processing print jobs correctly.

Ink System Error: Ink Supply Station Malfunction

This error indicates a problem with the ink supply station, which delivers ink from the cartridges to the printheads. The printer cannot supply ink.

Ink System Pressure Error

This error indicates an issue with the ink pressure within the printer's ink delivery system. This can lead to poor print quality or prevent printing altogether.

Ink System Initialization Failure

This error indicates that the printer failed to properly initialize its ink delivery system during startup. This prevents the printer from becoming ready to print.

Ink System Valve Failure

This error indicates a problem with one of the ink system valves, which control the flow of ink. A faulty valve can cause ink flow issues or leaks.

Paper Handling Error: Media Advance System Failure

This error indicates a critical failure in the paper advance system. The printer cannot load or move paper correctly, preventing printing.

Service Error: Internal Communication Error

This error indicates a general problem with internal communication between the printer's components. This prevents the printer from functioning.

System Error: Overheating Detected

This error indicates that the printer has detected an internal temperature exceeding safe operating limits. This can cause damage if not addressed.

Connectivity Error: Wireless Module Malfunction

This error indicates a problem with the printer's wireless communication module. The printer cannot connect to a wireless network.

Service Error: Motor Driver Failure

This error indicates a failure of a motor driver circuit, preventing one or more motors from operating. This is a critical hardware failure.

Ink System Error: Trailing Cable Malfunction

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

Carriage Error: Service Station Malfunction

This error indicates a problem with the service station, which cleans and caps the printheads. The carriage cannot move freely or the service station is stuck.

Carriage Error: Scan-Axis Motor Malfunction

This error indicates a problem with the motor that moves the print carriage back and forth. The carriage cannot move, preventing any printing.

Carriage Error: Encoder Strip Malfunction

This error indicates a problem with the encoder strip, a clear plastic strip that tells the carriage its position. If dirty or damaged, the printer cannot track carriage movement accurately.

Paper Handling Error: Roll Motor Malfunction

This error indicates a problem with the motor responsible for feeding paper from the roll. The printer cannot load or advance paper.

Paper Handling Error: Take-up Reel Motor Malfunction

This error indicates a problem with the take-up reel motor, which winds printed paper onto a roll. The printer cannot collect printed output.

Paper Handling Error: Cutter Malfunction

This error indicates a problem with the automatic cutter. It may be stuck, damaged, or unable to perform its function.

Paper-Axis Motor Failure

This error indicates a problem with the paper-axis motor, which controls the movement of paper through the printer. It might be a motor failure, a paper jam, or a sensor issue.

Hardware Error: Vacuum Fan Malfunction

This error indicates a problem with the vacuum fan, which helps hold the media flat during printing. This can lead to print quality issues or paper jams.

Firmware Error: Printer Initialization Failure

This error indicates a problem during the printer's startup sequence, often related to firmware or internal communication. The printer cannot complete its boot process.

Firmware Error: PostScript/Raster Processor Error

This error indicates a problem with the printer's internal processing of print jobs, specifically related to PostScript or raster data. It might be triggered by a complex print file.

Firmware Error: Critical Firmware Error

This is a general critical firmware error indicating an unrecoverable problem with the printer's operating system. The printer cannot function.

Paper Handling Error: Paper Jam

This error indicates that paper is jammed within the printer's paper path. The printer cannot continue printing until the jam is cleared.

Starwheel Motor Failure

This error indicates a problem with the starwheel assembly motor, which raises and lowers the starwheels that help guide the media after printing. It might be jammed or faulty.