Epson Service Tool Reset
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The inkpad of my epson printer is 'wasted', which prevents it from printing. There is a simple counter, which has overflown. So i want to reset the counter to fix this.
I know this is not a printer support forum, but it's not about that. There is a tool for Windows available and i have access to a windows computer, but the tool is not free. I'm looking for an alternative, but i can't find one. Since i know some programming, especially low level (i'm an electrical engineer), i thought i could fix this myself.
The question is:
Is there anybody who has done something similar? I do not really know where to start, where to find documentation about printer interface etc.
I'm happy to put some work into this, but currently i don't have a starting point.
I'm not familiar with this printer, but since you're electrical engineer and you probably know how get access on printer's pcb, take a look if there is a battery for the counter or cartridge id. If there is, remove it to reset the memory.
I have the 5B00 error. I have done much internet research and cannot find out to remove this error. I have already cleaned the ink absorber and understand I need to reset the ink absorber counter to zero. I can put my printer into service mode but none of the internet suggestions on how to zero out the counter work. I do not have the Service Tool software as I saw that on YouTube was one way to do a software reset. I cannot find this software from a secure, reputable internet source to download either. Hence, why I was trying to do a hardware reset. This printer was purchase in October of 2011 and has worked great. However, I am very unhappy the Canon is locking me out of my printer simply because of a memory counter clock. There is nothing wrong with my printer. All the hardware works great. I simply cannot use it because of this ink counter. Canon, I do not understand why you are forcing me to throw away this printer simply because of this ink absorber counter. If ultimately that is what I have to do, then you can be assured my next printer is not going to be a Canon.
Yes, the printer has been a good printer. I liked it very much. I am just old fashion in that why replace something that is still in very good working order. All I need is to reset the counter to zero and the printer is good to go.
I have Googled for the Service Tool software but the websites that have it are in Russia or elsewhere and my security system says these websites have been deemed malicious. The other problem is ascertaining which Service Tool version is appropriate for the PIXMA MX882. The ones I have seen do not list MX882.
I do not believe Epson, Brother, or HP have this absorber ink counter issue which is my point about Canon. In that regard, I am paying a lot for a 5 ink system for a printer that is now locked out because of a pre-programmed ink absorber counter clock. Canon ink cartridges are not cheap as compared to Epson and HP. So if the cost is the issue and I what to maximize longevity then I am puzzled by the business practice that Canon is employing here. My wife's printer is HP OfficeJet Pro 8600 and it is still doing quite well.
Note: Even if your machine meets the requirements above you are strongly recommended to download, install and test the tool functionality (see checklist below) to ensure your operating system is compatible before you purchase a WICReset key
If the tool successfully completes all of these tests it should be able to reset your printer. If not, please contact me with your printer model so I can chase compatibility information and/or troubleshoot.
The compatibility list for iWIC is constantly updated and available directly via the tool itself. As a result we recommend you download, install and read the waste counter on your particular printer before purchasing.
To add a third-party application to the Allowed list, click the Advanced button at the bottom of the Firewall pane; then click the button with the plus sign. Navigate to the application that needs to communicate with the outside world. Click the application to select it and then click Add.
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