DryStar 5500 / 5503 Service Manual
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FSELIB authored service atoms for the Agfa DryStar 5500 / 5503 (Type 5365W) dry film imager: controls & set-up, functional description, troubleshooting with HC error catalogue, replacement of parts, adjustments & calibrations, software menus & releases, installation planning, maintenance, and field service bulletins. Web-first, with real per-figure diagrams and photos. This service manual covers installation, calibration, troubleshooting and maintenance procedures for the Agfa DryStar 5500 / 5503.
Also known as: Agfa, AGFA, DryStar, Drystar, 5500, 5503, Type 5365W, DryStar 5500, DryStar 5503
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Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer | Agfa |
| Equipment Type | Other |
| Part Number | DD+DIS093.03E (Repair & Service) + chapter doc-control set |
| Revision | FSELIB 2026-08 |
| Models Covered | DryStar 5500DryStar 5503Type 5365W |
Table of Contents
From actual manual1Drystar 5503 Hardware and Software Differences from Drystar 5500
Sign in to access →2DryStar 5500 General Safety Guidelines for Service Work
Sign in to access →3Drystar 5500/5503 System Overview and Service Concept
Sign in to access →4Drystar 5500 vs. Drystar 4500M vs. LR5200 Specification Comparison
Sign in to access →5DryStar 5500 PCB Replacement ESD Handling Guidelines
Sign in to access →6DryStar 5500 Post-Repair Safety Check (Visual, Electrical, Ground Resistance Test)
Sign in to access →7DRYSTAR 5503: Key Hardware Differences from DRYSTAR 5500
Sign in to access →8Power off and disconnect from mains before replacing any part
Sign in to access →9DryStar 5500 Anti-Static Wrist Strap Requirement for PCB Repair Work
Sign in to access →10DryStar 5500 Safety Interlock Switches SW1/SW2/SW3 (Front Door, Drum Compartment, Top Cover)
Sign in to access →11DryStar 5500 Service PC Connection Safety (RS232/RJ45, Battery Power Only)
Sign in to access →12DRYSTAR 5500 Product Overview and Technical Specifications
Sign in to access →13DryStar 5500 Supplementary Ground Cable Requirement (EN60601-1/IEC601-1)
Sign in to access →14DryStar 5500 Thermal Print Head Burn Hazard (up to 70°C)
Sign in to access →15Replace the Wheels
Sign in to access →16Printer Acceptance Test
Sign in to access →17Customer Instruction Checklist
Sign in to access →18Printer Settings Backup Procedure
Sign in to access →19Electrical Connections and Connector Panel at the Printer
Sign in to access →20General Safety Precautions and Operating Guidelines
Sign in to access →21Printer Safety Markings and Symbol Glossary
Sign in to access →22Security Precautions: Patient Data and Legal Compliance
Sign in to access →23Drum Flat Belt Mounting
Sign in to access →24Installation Site, Voltage Label and Shipment Completeness Check
Sign in to access →25Output Tray Installation (T1-T4)
Sign in to access →26Power and Network Cable Connection and Final Positioning
Sign in to access →27Transport Protection Lock Removal
Sign in to access →28DICOM Modality Connection and Logical Printer Setup
Sign in to access →29Mammography-Specific DICOM Host Profile and CWR Rotation Setup
Sign in to access →30Modality-Side Contrast (LUT) and Sharpness (Interpolation) Adjustment
Sign in to access →31Output Sorter Configuration and Modality-to-Tray Assignment
Sign in to access →32Printer-Side Per-Modality Image Quality Settings: LUT, Interpolation and Dmax
Sign in to access →33Printing Diagnostic and Test Images for Verification
Sign in to access →34Worked Example: Two Logical Printers for CT and Mammo
Sign in to access →35Printer Installation Wizard Walkthrough
Sign in to access →36Film Size Tabs Adjustment
Sign in to access →37Loading Films into the Input Trays
Sign in to access →38Printer Power-On, Self-Test and First Boot Messages
Sign in to access →39Mammo License Activation
Sign in to access →40Regulatory Compliance and Safety Standards (EMC, FCC, Safety)
Sign in to access →41General Safety and Security Precautions for Installation and Service
Sign in to access →42Scope of Delivery and Accessories (DryStar 5500 / DryStar 5503)
Sign in to access →43Installation Site Readiness Checklist
Sign in to access →44Climatic and Ambient Conditions (Operation, Transport, Storage)
Sign in to access →45Machine Dimensions and Minimum Free Space for Operation/Maintenance
Sign in to access →46Technical Specifications Reference (Functional, Electrical, Climatic, Interface, Dimensions)
Sign in to access →47Pixel Matrix Reference for Non-Mammo and Mammo DICOM Printing
Sign in to access →48System Integration Planning: Network, Host and Service Host Parameters
Sign in to access →49Host Profile Parameters Reference: Image Interpolation, Supported SOP Classes, Early Processing
Sign in to access →50Syngo/DICOM Communication Hang-up and Hostname/IP Address Conflicts
Sign in to access →51Image Adjustment Quick Reference and Legacy Software (SW < Rel. 2) Compatibility
Sign in to access →52Factory Backup and Thermal Head Floppy Data Recovery via MEDNET
Sign in to access →53Boot-Up Sequence (Portex Java Operating System)
Sign in to access →54Calibration Restore Webpage — Reset Film Calibration, Registration, and DT2 Data to Factory Defaults
Sign in to access →55DICOM Host Profile and LPD Profile — Print Parameter Reference Tables (incl. Site Defaults)
Sign in to access →56DICOM Print SCP Server Setup (DICOM Profile Editor) — Host Profile Concept and SCP Server Management
Sign in to access →57DRYSTAR 5500/5503 Software Releases and Patches History (1.81_C1 through 6.0.1_C1)
Sign in to access →58Crius/Themis CPU Board Compatibility — Software 1.80_C3 with Patch 1.85_C12
Sign in to access →59DryStar 5500 Known Conflicts and Limitations — Baseline Software 1.80_C1
Sign in to access →60DryStar 5500 Patch History and Bug Fixes — Software 1.81_C2 through 1.81_C12
Sign in to access →61Licenses Webpage — Activating the MAMMO Software Option
Sign in to access →62Local Keypad — Controls, LED Status Indicator, and Key-Operator/Service Menu Trees (Drystar 5500/5503)
Sign in to access →63LPD Server Setup (LPD Profile Editor) — Server List Management and Server Parameters
Sign in to access →64Connectivity Tools — Controller/Scaling Setup and Network Configuration (Basic IP, Routing, DNS, Ethernet)
Sign in to access →65Software Releases and Patches — Chapter Purpose, Revision and Referenced Documents
Sign in to access →66Late-Life Releases — RoHS-Compliant PCBs (4.2.0_C1 / 5.2.0_C2) and Drystar 5503 3-Tray Support (5.0.0_C2)
Sign in to access →67Software Patches 3.1.0_C1 and 4.0.1_C1 — Bug Fixes on Releases 3.0.0_C1 and 4.0.0_C1
Sign in to access →68Print Queue Monitoring Webpages — Operator Printer Status and Output Queue (Printqueue Editor)
Sign in to access →69Software Patches 2.01_C1, 2.02_C1 and 2.03_C1 — Fixes on Basic Release 2.00_C1
Sign in to access →70Software Release 2.00_C1 — Full Feature Set (External Densitometers, HIPAA/Security, Mixed-Modality DICOM, Calibration Overhaul & RF-Tag, Installation/Interpolation, Operator/Key-Operator/Service UI, Infocounters, Network Settings, Crius/Themis Hardware)
Sign in to access →71Software Release 2.00_C1 — Known Conflicts, Limitations and On-Demand Diagnosis Restrictions
Sign in to access →72Software Release 3.0.0_C1 — Full Feature Set (A#sharp Thermal Model & QC Procedure, Multi-Language, Service Menu Additions incl. Remote Install & TH Resistor Check, Postscript/DICOM Conformance/OEM LUTs, Reliability/Image-Quality/Printer-Handling Improvements)
Sign in to access →73Software Release 4.0.0_C1 — Mammo Print Functionality and License Activation
Sign in to access →74DryStar 5500/5503 Software Release History Table — 1.80_C1 through 5.2.0_C2
Sign in to access →75Remote Command Session Webpages — Role Navigation, Password Entry, and Key-Operator/Service Main Menus
Sign in to access →76Drum Position Adjustment (incl. Check of Image for Bubbles)
Sign in to access →77Drystar 5500/5503 Adjustments Overview — When to Perform Each Adjustment
Sign in to access →78Film Calibration from All Trays (After Print Head Replacement)
Sign in to access →79Flat Belt Adjustment (Drum Motor Assembly)
Sign in to access →80Image Quality Check After Print Head Replacement (STI2 & Medical Test Images)
Sign in to access →81Lift Carrier Assembly Adjustment
Sign in to access →82Local Keypad Backlight and Contrast Adjustment
Sign in to access →83Top and Side Border Adjustment
Sign in to access →84Calibration Types Overview (MDM, TH Profile, Film Registration, Film Printed)
Sign in to access →85Calibrations Overview — When to Perform Each Calibration
Sign in to access →86Film Calibration
Sign in to access →87MDM Calibration
Sign in to access →88Print Head Profile Calibration
Sign in to access →89Checks Overview — When to Perform Each Check
Sign in to access →90Density Reproduction Check
Sign in to access →91Dust Stripes Check and Print Head (TPH) Cleaning Procedure
Sign in to access →92Print Head (TH) Resistor Check
Sign in to access →93Film Calibration Procedure and Target Dmax Reference
Sign in to access →94Film Calibration Failures: Disabled Auto-Calibration, Low Dmax, Corrupted Sensitometry File, MDM Replacement
Sign in to access →95Manual Drum Position Adjustment (Legacy, SW < 3.0.0_C1)
Sign in to access →96Replace the front door assy (springs, film guides, fixed feeding axle, gear & rack, torsion spring)
Sign in to access →97Replace the drive assy (stepper motor, light barrier, film transport belt)
Sign in to access →98Replace the fixed feeding axle (4 wheels) via the left front cover access route
Sign in to access →99Replace the film sensor (PU exit detect assy)
Sign in to access →100Replace the film sensor (HAL detect assy)
Sign in to access →101Replace the input tray assembly (Section 6.1, full: Removal + Re-installation)
Sign in to access →102DryStar 5500 Extended System Check Procedure
Sign in to access →103DryStar 5500 Image Quality Check with STI/STI2/Medical Test Films
Sign in to access →104How to Evaluate the DryStar 5500 Infocounter (Reference Table)
Sign in to access →105Retrieving the DryStar 5500 Infocounter via Floppy/Service PC or Browser
Sign in to access →106Film Jam in Drum and TPH Section: Drum Positioning Motor M3 Gear Wheel Screw (HC11217)
Sign in to access →107Film Pack Loading Stickers and Orientation Labels
Sign in to access →108Filmrun Overview and Drystar 5500/5503 Sensor Naming Cross-Reference
Sign in to access →109Film Pickup Sequence (Upper/Lower Tray to Alignment Entry)
Sign in to access →110Horizontal Film Alignment (HAL) Sequence
Sign in to access →111Sorter/Exit Film Transport Sequence
Sign in to access →112Vertical Film Alignment (VAL) and Drum Positioning Sequence
Sign in to access →113Front Door and Print Section Film Jams: Guide Plate, Feeding Axle, and Film Curl Upgrade Kit
Sign in to access →114Input Tray Unlocking and Pickup Jams: 'Reliable Tray Locking' Upgrade Kit
Sign in to access →115Film Identification Tag Assembly (Tag Reader) – Replacement
Sign in to access →116Floating Feeding Axle – Replacement
Sign in to access →117Input Tray Connector 12P – Replacement
Sign in to access →118Input Tray Handle – Replacement
Sign in to access →119Input Tray Light Barrier – Replacement
Sign in to access →120Input Tray Wire Harness Assembly – Replacement
Sign in to access →121Replace the Canting Guide Springs
Sign in to access →122Replace the Output Rollers Assy
Sign in to access →123Replace the Output Rollers Motor and Timing Belt
Sign in to access →124Replace the 12-pin connector (input tray)
Sign in to access →125Replace the electrostatic brush
Sign in to access →126Replace the feeding axle pair (upper/lower)
Sign in to access →127Replace the film pick-up assembly
Sign in to access →128Replace the fixed feeding axle (7 wheels)
Sign in to access →129Replace the front feeding axle
Sign in to access →130Replace the full extension slides (input tray)
Sign in to access →131Replace the light barrier, front side - lower
Sign in to access →132Replace the light barrier, front side - upper
Sign in to access →133Replace the light barrier, right side
Sign in to access →134Replace the pump & valves assembly (incl. air filter and dampers)
Sign in to access →135Replace the solenoid
Sign in to access →136Replace the stepper motor and timing belt
Sign in to access →137DryStar 5500 PM Completion: Configuration Backup, Counter Reset and Customer Handoff
Sign in to access →138DryStar 5500 Preventive Maintenance Program: Scope, Frequency and Required Time
Sign in to access →139Required Tools, Cleaning Materials and Spare Parts for DryStar 5500 PM
Sign in to access →140DryStar 5500 Air Circulation Paths and Ventilation Opening Cleaning
Sign in to access →141DryStar 5500 Cleaning Rollers Cleaning
Sign in to access →142DryStar 5500 Drum Inspection and Rubber Cleaning
Sign in to access →143DryStar 5500 Drum Motor Condition Check and 3.46 mm Banding Replacement Criteria
Sign in to access →144DryStar 5500 Electronics Compartment Cleaning
Sign in to access →145DryStar 5500 Film Pickup Suction Cup Cleaning
Sign in to access →146DryStar 5500 Power Supply Cleaning
Sign in to access →147DryStar 5500 Power-Off Teardown and General Visual Inspection
Sign in to access →148DryStar 5500 Protective Earth Resistance Test and National Electrical Check
Sign in to access →149DryStar 5500 Thermal Print Head Cleaning
Sign in to access →150DryStar 5500 Vacuum Filter Replacement
Sign in to access →151DryStar 5500 Density Reproduction Check and MDM Recalibration Trigger
Sign in to access →152DryStar 5500 Host System Image Quality Check
Sign in to access →153DryStar 5500 Post-Maintenance Test Image Evaluation
Sign in to access →154DryStar 5500 Safety Switch Function Check (Power-On)
Sign in to access →155DryStar 5500 Software Patch Installation Check
Sign in to access →156DryStar 5500 Maintenance Checklist (Printable Work-Order Form)
Sign in to access →157RF-Tag Reading Errors: Film Pack Identification Troubleshooting
Sign in to access →158DryStar 5500 Maintenance Safety Guidelines and Equipment Markings
Sign in to access →159Replace the Light Barrier (Sorter)
Sign in to access →160Replace the Sorter Assy
Sign in to access →161Replace the Sorter Motor
Sign in to access →162Replace the Distributor DC Motor (Sorter)
Sign in to access →163Replace the Distributor Springs, dia 4.9mm (Sorter)
Sign in to access →164Replace the Distributor Springs, dia 6.8mm (Sorter)
Sign in to access →165Replace the Distributor Timing Belts, Set of 6 (Sorter)
Sign in to access →166Replace the Driver Unit Assy (Sorter Distributor)
Sign in to access →167Replace the Electrostatic Brush (Sorter Distributor)
Sign in to access →168Replace the Film Sensor (Sorter Distributor)
Sign in to access →169Replace the Hinge Shaft Assy (Sorter Distributor)
Sign in to access →170Width Guide Assembly and Solenoid – Replacement
Sign in to access →171Densitometer Motor Spindle Distance Adjustment (HC11113/HC11114)
Sign in to access →172Densitometer Assembly – Replacement
Sign in to access →173Densitometer Halogen Lamp – Replacement
Sign in to access →174Densitometer Light Barrier – Replacement
Sign in to access →175Densitometer Stepping Motor – Replacement
Sign in to access →176Correct Mounting of the Drum Flat Belt During Installation
Sign in to access →177Replace the Drum
Sign in to access →178Replace the Drum Bearings
Sign in to access →179Replace the Drum Spring
Sign in to access →180Drum Base — Light Barrier (Position Switches) – Replacement
Sign in to access →181Drum Base — Springs (Position Support Assy) – Replacement
Sign in to access →182Replace the cam shaft assy (Drum Base)
Sign in to access →183Replace the drum base DC motor and timing belt
Sign in to access →184Replace the drum base spring tensioner bearing
Sign in to access →185Replace the film sensor (Drum Base assembly)
Sign in to access →186Drum Motor (Moveable Part Assembly) – Replacement
Sign in to access →187Replace the drum moveable-part light barrier
Sign in to access →188Printing Sequence (Drum Rotation and TPH Voltage Application)
Sign in to access →189Replace the Electrostatic Brush (Drum Compartment)
Sign in to access →190Replace the Guiding Assy
Sign in to access →191Mammography Printing and Chest Wall Recognition (CWR)
Sign in to access →192Preventive Thermal Head Replacement CM+341916.1 to .2 (Film Jam HC11207)
Sign in to access →193Dust Stripe Hardware Mitigations: Front Door Redesign, Foam Seals, Cleaning Rollers Kit
Sign in to access →194Dust Stripes and Vertical Print Stripes: Thermal Head Cleaning Procedure
Sign in to access →195Thermal Model: V1 vs. TMML (A#Sharp)
Sign in to access →196Replace the Cabled Heater Foil
Sign in to access →197Replace the Crossflow Blower
Sign in to access →198Replace the Thermal Print Head Assy
Sign in to access →199Replace the Thermo Switch
Sign in to access →200Replace the THIB PCB
Sign in to access →201Lift Carrier Assembly – Replacement
Sign in to access →202Lift Carrier Springs – Replacement
Sign in to access →203Vertical Film Alignment Light Barrier – Replacement
Sign in to access →204Vertical Film Alignment Stepping Motor – Replacement
Sign in to access →205Replace the output trays (sorter trays) and tray support
Sign in to access →206Replace the top left cover
Sign in to access →207Replace the upper left cover
Sign in to access →208Replace the middle left cover
Sign in to access →209Replace the lower left cover
Sign in to access →210Replace the left front cover assy
Sign in to access →211Replace the left rear cover assy
Sign in to access →212Replace the right side cover assy
Sign in to access →213Replace the back cover assy
Sign in to access →214Replace the top cover
Sign in to access →215Replace the top cover front assy (keypad assy, keypad cover, light cap, display cover)
Sign in to access →216Replace the EMI shielding assy
Sign in to access →217Replace the rubber rollers of the top cover assy
Sign in to access →218Drystar 5500/5503 – Board-Level Diagnostic LED Reference (MEC, THEMIS, CRIUS, Traycon, Film ID Tag Reader)
Sign in to access →219CPU/PCB Board Revisions and RoHS Compatibility (Crius/Themis 1-3, MEC2, RAM, DSH)
Sign in to access →220Partly Printed Films and Underruns: Themis CPU Thermal Throttling (HC10101/HC10003)
Sign in to access →221Printer Fails to Boot: Crius/Themis CPU Chip Date-Code Defect
Sign in to access →222Replace the DSH1 PCB (Densitometer)
Sign in to access →223Replace the CRIUS 2 board
Sign in to access →224Replace the floppy disk drive and hard disk drive assembly
Sign in to access →225Replace the KEY5 assy (and its POWER / UNLOCK button caps)
Sign in to access →226Replace the MEC / THEMIS board assembly
Sign in to access →227Replace the PAX fan
Sign in to access →228Replace the power supply
Sign in to access →229Hardware Architecture: Board-Level Block Diagram and Component Functions
Sign in to access →230MEC Board Hardware Failures: Blank Film Prints and Banding Lines (HC10903)
Sign in to access →231Preventive Maintenance: Power Supply Dust Cleaning
Sign in to access →232Drystar 5500/5503 – Power Supply & Front Panel Status LED Reference
Sign in to access →233Replace the clear-film-jam switch
Sign in to access →234Replace the safety switch, Drum compartment door
Sign in to access →235Replace the safety switch, Front door
Sign in to access →236Replace the safety switch, Top door
Sign in to access →237Drystar 5500/5503 – 73GB Hitachi Hard Disk Jumper Settings (C3/C4)
Sign in to access →238Drystar 5500/5503 – 73GB Maxtor Hard Disk Jumper Settings (J1/J3)
Sign in to access →239Troubleshooting Flowchart — Overview of the 4 Diagnostic Tools
Sign in to access →240When to Use Each Troubleshooting Tool (Show Error, Info Counter, Tests, Diagnosis, Logging)
Sign in to access →241Symptom Classification Index (No LCD, HC Error, Warning, Queue, Jam, Artifacts)
Sign in to access →242No LCD Display After Power-On
Sign in to access →243Error Message 'HC...' — Generic Response Procedure
Sign in to access →244Warning Message — Generic Response Procedure
Sign in to access →245Warning: 'Calibration Failed' After Film Calibration (MDM Transport Rope / V-Guide)
Sign in to access →246Warning: No Identification Code Detected for Film Pack (Tag Reader)
Sign in to access →247Images Sent from Host Modality Not Shown in Printer Queue
Sign in to access →248Film Jam: 'Remove Film Jam' Message (Input Section)
Sign in to access →249Film Jam: 'Remove Film Jam in Print Section' — M3 Drum-Positioning Motor Gear Wheel
Sign in to access →250Artifacts on the Film — Classification of 8 Artifact Types
Sign in to access →251Contrast and Density Reproduction Faults — Overview and Monitor-Calibration Check
Sign in to access →252Dmin Too High (Fog Level Elevated)
Sign in to access →253Dmax Too High or Too Low (Target Density by Densitometer/Film Type)
Sign in to access →254Density Reproduction Not OK (Grayscale Steps 0-100%)
Sign in to access →255Optimal Perceivable Levels Not OK (256-Step Grayscale Detail)
Sign in to access →256Contouring Visible ('Landscaping') in Grayscale Areas
Sign in to access →257Contrast and/or Sharpness Not OK (Medical Image Check)
Sign in to access →258Dust Stripes (Transport-Direction Line Artifacts from Debris)
Sign in to access →259Line Artifacts < 1mm — Dark/White TPH Lines and Backing-Layer Deposits
Sign in to access →260Line Artifacts > 1mm — mm/Macro TPH Banding (Dirt/Resistor Drift)
Sign in to access →261TPH Driver Defect Family — Driver Banding, Driver Drop, Intermittent Driver Drop
Sign in to access →262Wide Bands With Lower Density at Left/Right Side of Film
Sign in to access →263Banding Troubleshooting — Line Artifacts Vertical to Transport Direction (Periodicity 3.46-129.5mm)
Sign in to access →264Alignment Module — Position Sensors, Actuators, Homing & Jam-Timing Fault Codes (HC10824-HC10826, HC10901-HC10902, HC10919, HC11208-HC11209, HC11211, HC11213, HC11233-HC11234)
Sign in to access →265Cover-Open & Jam-Clearance Switch Fault Codes (HC10800-HC10802)
Sign in to access →266CPU Boards (Crius/Themis), Firewire Link & MEC Board Connector Fault Codes (HC10000-HC10100, HC11000-HC11014, HC11109)
Sign in to access →267Decurl Module Heat and Mechanics Fault Codes (HC11116-HC11118, HC11121)
Sign in to access →268Film and Thermal-Head Calibration File Compatibility Errors (HC11303, HC11309-HC11310)
Sign in to access →269Film Tray Calibration-Required and Print-Disable Status Codes (HC11312, HC11314-HC11320, HC11322-HC11324, HC11326-HC11328)
Sign in to access →270Film Tray Pick-up Modules — Sensors, Motors, Magazine Lock, Vacuum & Tag Reader Fault Codes, Upper/Middle/Lower Tray (HC10803-HC10813, HC10818, HC10821-HC10822, HC10836, HC10900, HC10906, HC10916-HC10918, HC10921-HC10924, HC11018-HC11019, HC11021)
Sign in to access →271Film Tray Pick-up — Jam, Suction & Passed/Exit Timing Fault Codes, Upper/Middle/Lower Tray (HC11203-HC11206, HC11210, HC11214, HC11229-HC11232, HC11242, HC11246-HC11259)
Sign in to access →272MDM (Macrodensitometer) Module & Densitometer (DSH) Fault Codes (HC10200, HC10819-HC10820, HC10904-HC10905, HC10920, HC11005, HC11110-HC11115, HC11124, HC11218-HC11222)
Sign in to access →273Output Sorter Module — Tray-Position Sensors, Transport Motors & Jam-Timing Fault Codes (HC10823, HC10831-HC10835, HC10907-HC10909, HC11223-HC11224, HC11238-HC11241)
Sign in to access →274Power Supply Module & Ambient Temperature Fault Codes (HC10300-HC10304, HC10817, HC11227-HC11228, HC11329)
Sign in to access →275Print Drum Module — Position Sensors, Drive Motor, Mechanics & TH-Engagement Fault Codes (HC10814-HC10816, HC10827-HC10828, HC10830, HC10903, HC10910, HC11100-HC11101, HC11103-HC11104, HC11207, HC11212, HC11215-HC11217, HC11235-HC11237)
Sign in to access →276Storage, Keypad, Floppy Disk, Network & Service Communication Fault Codes (HC10500-HC10700, HC11004, HC11123, HC11200-HC11202, HC11243-HC11245, HC11325)
Sign in to access →277System Initialization, Software & File Integrity Fault Codes (HC11225-HC11226, HC11300-HC11302, HC11304-HC11308, HC11311, HC11313, HC11321)
Sign in to access →278Thermal Print Head (TH) Module — Power, Voltage, Heater/Fan, Connectivity & Thermistor Fault Codes (HC10305, HC10400, HC10829, HC10911-HC10915, HC11015-HC11017, HC11020, HC11102, HC11105-HC11108, HC11119-HC11120)
Sign in to access →279Offline Diagnosis Expert System Architecture
Sign in to access →280Error Handling and Online Diagnosis Classification (Accidents/Warnings/Defects)
Sign in to access →281Error Catalogue - Structure, Field Legend & Source File
Sign in to access →282List of Errors Webpage — HC10000-HC10002 Defect Codes and ESC Error-Hit-List Example
Sign in to access →283Bubbles (Fig. 29) - Drum-Position Adjustment Procedure
Sign in to access →284Dust Particles in the Film (Fig. 31)
Sign in to access →285Dust Particles on the Print Drum (Fig. 30)
Sign in to access →286Pinholes (Fig. 28)
Sign in to access →287Film Curl at Light-Box (DT2 Films) - No Fix Available
Sign in to access →288Scratches on Film Surface (Fig. 33) - Print-Head Contamination Diagnosis
Sign in to access →289Surface Blemish Artifact (Fig. 32) - Drum-Position & TPH-Temperature Check
Sign in to access →290Blank Films - Corrupted Film-Sensitometry File (Defect 1)
Sign in to access →291Blank Films - MEC2/Power-Supply Communication Fault (Defect 2)
Sign in to access →292Image Printed Condensed ~2.5 cm Short (Fig. 39) - Flat-Belt Orientation Fault
Sign in to access →293Partly Printed Films with Underruns (Fig. 36-38) - Themis CPU Heat-Sink Spring-Holder Fault
Sign in to access →294Image Adjustment Decision Flowchart and Connectivity Release Document Path
Sign in to access →295Service Tools Diagnostics & Reporting Webpages — Software/Firmware Version Info, General/Network/Site Info, InfoCounters Report, and Controller Logging
Sign in to access →296Installation Checklist Summary Table (28 Steps)
Sign in to access →297Chapter 8 Overview: Manufacturing Standard Modifications — Purpose & Document History
Sign in to access →298Covers & Foam Seals Kit — Revision History (Middle/Top Left Cover, Rear Foam Seals)
Sign in to access →299Cleaning Rollers Kit / Cleaning Module Kit — Revision History (Dust-Stripe & Banding Fixes)
Sign in to access →300Crius & Themis CPU Board Revisions + Heat Sink Kit (CM+339189 / CM+339198 / CM+346039)
Sign in to access →301Electronics — MEC2/DSH/Traycon PCB, Power Supply & Storage (Hard Drive/Floppy Cable) Revisions
Sign in to access →302Wire Harness Assemblies & Cabled Heater Foil — Revision History
Sign in to access →303Drive-Train Components — Revision History (Cam Shaft, Drive/Driver Assembly, Drum Motor, Timing Belt Pulley)
Sign in to access →304Film Tray Assembly, Tag Reader/RF Tag Reader & Tag Filter — Revision History
Sign in to access →305Front Door Assembly — Manufacturing Revision History (CM+341572/341575 & CM+351515 Series)
Sign in to access →306Film Path Guides & Positioners — Revision History (Transport Belt, Format Positioner, Width Guide, Input Roller, Feeding Axle, Lift Motor)
Sign in to access →307Regulatory Compliance: EMC and Safety Standards
Sign in to access →308Drystar 5500/5503 Keypad & Service Menu FAQ
Sign in to access →309Drystar 5500/5503 Mammography License & Software Release 4 Kit FAQ
Sign in to access →310Drystar 5500/5503 Recycling, Throughput, TH Cleaning & Input Tray FAQ
Sign in to access →311DryStar 5500/5503 Manufacturing Modifications Timeline (2003–2008) — Summary Table
Sign in to access →312Densitometer Assembly — Revision History (CM+339194 Series, \"Calibration Failed\" Fix)
Sign in to access →313Thermal Head — Manufacturing Revision History (CM+341916 Series)
Sign in to access →314Key-Operator and Service Menu Default Printer Settings Reference
Sign in to access →315Incorrect Type Label (Max. Current Rating) Replacement Campaign
Sign in to access →316Drystar 5500/5503 Software, Network Configuration & Print Queue Operation FAQ
Sign in to access →317DryStar 5500/5503 Software Release & Patch History (v2.00_C1 → v6.0.1_C1)
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I access the Agfa DryStar 5500 / 5503 service manual?▾
The full DryStar 5500 / 5503 service manual is on FSELIB — the field-service engineering library for medical imaging. Sign in or start a 7-day free trial to open the complete manual: installation, calibration, troubleshooting, error codes and replacement procedures.
What does the DryStar 5500 / 5503 service manual cover?▾
It covers Drystar 5503 Hardware and Software Differences from Drystar 5500, DryStar 5500 General Safety Guidelines for Service Work, Drystar 5500/5503 System Overview and Service Concept, Drystar 5500 vs. Drystar 4500M vs. LR5200 Specification Comparison, DryStar 5500 PCB Replacement ESD Handling Guidelines, DryStar 5500 Post-Repair Safety Check (Visual, Electrical, Ground Resistance Test) and more for the Agfa DryStar 5500 / 5503 (Other).
Is the DryStar 5500 / 5503 service manual free to download?▾
Access is by subscription, with a 7-day free trial. FSELIB hosts authored, web-first service documentation (searchable procedures, diagrams and error-code references) — not a scraped PDF.