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Developing method and developing apparatus

  • US 20020051142A1
  • Filed: 04/27/2001
  • Published: 05/02/2002
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/02/2000
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A developing method for developing a latent image formed on an image bearing member with developer including toner and carrier contained in a developer containing portion, comprising the steps of:

  • developing a first latent image for controlling a replenishing amount of the developer to said developer containing portion by a first developing electrical field; and

    developing a second latent image for controlling gradation of an image by a second developing electrical field; and

    wherein the first developing electrical field is different from the second developing electrical field.

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