Sc673-10 Ricoh Error -

The Ricoh error code SC673-10 is defined as an Operation Panel Flair Communication Error. This specific service code only occurs on Ricoh machines equipped with a Smart Operation Panel (SOP). It indicates that the communication between the smart panel and the main machine controller—referred to as "Flair communication"—has failed or was never established. Core Causes

Step 4 – Firmware recovery via SD card (Ricoh SOP)

1. Create a bootable SD card with panel_firmware_xxx.pkg renamed to R_PNL.BIN.
2. Insert into slot 1 (not slot 2 – important).
3. Turn on while holding # + C (varies by model – consult manual).
4. The panel should show “Panel Update Mode”. If not, the bootloader is dead → replace panel.

Power Cycle: Turn the main power switch off, wait at least 30 seconds, and turn it back on. This often clears temporary communication glitches. sc673-10 ricoh error

1. Enter Service Mode (Yellow C / 107 / Stop / hold Stop 3 sec – standard Ricoh).
2. Use the numeric keypad to navigate to SP5-811-006 (System Memory Clear – Panel Specific).
3. Press Execute. The machine will reboot.
4. If the error persists, try SP5-801-001 (Total Clear – extreme last resort).