0.0" width sp300v

[Mikecolle]

so recently moved the printer and it started showing 0.0" when setup. it would sometimes go away if i moved the pinch rollers, but now if i move them i get pinch roll errors. tried turning off automatic end detection and nothing, tried letting the machine sit unplugged for a few hours and nothing. what do i need to do to get this up and running again i have 3 banners that need to be printed and shipped by friday.

 

[cornholio]

This sounds like your flatcable going to the toolcarriage needs replacement.

 

[V. V.]

Check the pinchroller sensor first in service menu

 

[Zoogee World]

Typically that 0.0 error, is due to the long cable that goes from the tool carriage needing replacement. If your handy, it's pretty easy to do, just time consuming.

 

[spooledUP7]

100% the data ribbon attached to the cutter carriage. I just replaced it on my SP-540V due to the same issue. Mine had a wire in the run that was darker brown compared to the rest. I assume this was a short or just normal over a long life of use. Pretty easy to replace, just need time.
Tip: Tape the new cable to the old cable and pull/guide it through from the back panel access. Take a picture of everything before you begin or disconnect things, especially the two plastic guide sleeves. You will be grateful you did when you start putting it back together.

 

[netsol]

if it's available, it is easier to change with the two mylar strips
the strips don't seem to be available anywhere for my sc545-ex, so i cheated with a few small pieces of
masking tape, to join the 2 mylars together. (you will see what i mean when you are reassembling)

 

[spooledUP7]

The data cables are available on ebay, but the mylar strips are not. Someone here should build a cut file and share it so we can make our own. Maybe I'll do that next time.

 

[spooledUP7]

ebay listing for data cable