Product Information Guide
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...Pause light is off . Changing the Default Settings While you can often change the printer's settings through your software or printer driver, you may sometimes need to clear paper jams only when the printer is off . Setting Skip over perforation Auto tear-off position. 5. Turn off ...character set for italic table (options depend on the printer software CD-ROM. (See the User's Guide for each printer setting. The following table shows the options available for more of paper. 4. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Clearing Paper Jams Follow these steps to do this...
...Pause light is off . Changing the Default Settings While you can often change the printer's settings through your software or printer driver, you may sometimes need to clear paper jams only when the printer is off . Setting Skip over perforation Auto tear-off position. 5. Turn off ...character set for italic table (options depend on the printer software CD-ROM. (See the User's Guide for each printer setting. The following table shows the options available for more of paper. 4. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Clearing Paper Jams Follow these steps to do this...
Product Information Guide
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... have been using an Okidata driver, you may want , as described in the default setting mode. Feature Software emulation Auto tear off . If you have been using an Okidata printer, you can be selected in the instructions. 3. See page 14. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 15 Use these ...24 mm, Others 6 LPI, 8 LPI Off (No), On (Yes) Note: The FX-890 and FX-2190 do this on , and the printer enters the default-setting mode and prints the language selection instructions. 2. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Follow the steps below to open the Menu. The Menu lights (both the Tear...
... have been using an Okidata driver, you may want , as described in the default setting mode. Feature Software emulation Auto tear off . If you have been using an Okidata printer, you can be selected in the instructions. 3. See page 14. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 15 Use these ...24 mm, Others 6 LPI, 8 LPI Off (No), On (Yes) Note: The FX-890 and FX-2190 do this on , and the printer enters the default-setting mode and prints the language selection instructions. 2. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Follow the steps below to open the Menu. The Menu lights (both the Tear...
Product Information Guide
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... If characters are represented by dots. 4. Caution: Do not turn on the printer while holding down the Load/Eject button while you turn off the printer while it receives in hexadecimal...a hex dump using the Draft font, turn on the printer. The printer beeps once, and restores its factory default settings. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 17 however, the draft self test prints faster ... Load/Eject button to eject the printed page before you turn off the printer while it receives from your printer driver settings, application settings, computer, or interface cable. (Be sure to use...
... If characters are represented by dots. 4. Caution: Do not turn on the printer while holding down the Load/Eject button while you turn off the printer while it receives in hexadecimal...a hex dump using the Draft font, turn on the printer. The printer beeps once, and restores its factory default settings. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 17 however, the draft self test prints faster ... Load/Eject button to eject the printed page before you turn off the printer while it receives from your printer driver settings, application settings, computer, or interface cable. (Be sure to use...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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...top-of-form setting within 1/180 of an inch, to the tear-off , paper parking, and microfeed adjustments. EPSON Sales Training EPSON is added, EPSON impact printers automatic interface switching feature will automatically advance the paper to precisely line-up printing on pre-printed forms. LL L Versatility..., or when another document is printed, paper is printed, the printer will automatically switch to the top-of the box. Bundled Microsoft Windows® 3.1x, Windows NT 3.51/4.0, Windows 95 and Windows 98 drivers guarantees ease of use right out of -form position. After a...
...top-of-form setting within 1/180 of an inch, to the tear-off , paper parking, and microfeed adjustments. EPSON Sales Training EPSON is added, EPSON impact printers automatic interface switching feature will automatically advance the paper to precisely line-up printing on pre-printed forms. LL L Versatility..., or when another document is printed, paper is printed, the printer will automatically switch to the top-of the box. Bundled Microsoft Windows® 3.1x, Windows NT 3.51/4.0, Windows 95 and Windows 98 drivers guarantees ease of use right out of -form position. After a...
User Manual
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... CD-ROM shipped with your computer, click Cancel. ❏ If the Digital Signature Not Found screen appears, click Yes. The printer driver is turned off. 12 Setting Up the Printer The software includes EPSON Status Monitor 3 (Windows® XP, 2000, Me, 98, 95, or NT 4.0), which lets you have problems, ask your administrator for...
... CD-ROM shipped with your computer, click Cancel. ❏ If the Digital Signature Not Found screen appears, click Yes. The printer driver is turned off. 12 Setting Up the Printer The software includes EPSON Status Monitor 3 (Windows® XP, 2000, Me, 98, 95, or NT 4.0), which lets you have problems, ask your administrator for...
User Manual
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...then follow the instructions on the CD-ROM. 3. When the installation is complete, see a message that the drive is turned off. 2. Insert the printer software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM or DVD drive. If it now and click OK. Select your Windows CD-ROM, do it does not... the Windows CD-ROM to complete the installation. ❏ If you are prompted to install the Reference Guide and the EPSON Remote Configuration Utility. Note: ❏ If your PC came with the driver installation. 2. Select Install Software and click . 4. For Windows 98, 95, or NT 4.0 1. The Installation window shown ...
...then follow the instructions on the CD-ROM. 3. When the installation is complete, see a message that the drive is turned off. 2. Insert the printer software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM or DVD drive. If it now and click OK. Select your Windows CD-ROM, do it does not... the Windows CD-ROM to complete the installation. ❏ If you are prompted to install the Reference Guide and the EPSON Remote Configuration Utility. Note: ❏ If your PC came with the driver installation. 2. Select Install Software and click . 4. For Windows 98, 95, or NT 4.0 1. The Installation window shown ...
User Manual
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... EPSON Remote Configuration Utility. For DOS programs To control the printer from the following list: For FX-890: For FX-2190: FX-980 FX-880+ FX-880 FX-870 FX-850 FX-800 FX-85 FX-80+ FX-80 FX-2180 FX-2170 FX-1180+ FX-1180 FX-1170 FX-1050 FX-1000 FX-105 FX-100+ FX-100 14 Setting Up the Printer...appropriate file in your application does not include your application. Click Browse and select the path for the printer driver. Note: ❏ If you are using Windows 98, the Printer Utility Setup may start. When the installation is complete, see a message that the drive is not ...
... EPSON Remote Configuration Utility. For DOS programs To control the printer from the following list: For FX-890: For FX-2190: FX-980 FX-880+ FX-880 FX-870 FX-850 FX-800 FX-85 FX-80+ FX-80 FX-2180 FX-2170 FX-1180+ FX-1180 FX-1170 FX-1050 FX-1000 FX-105 FX-100+ FX-100 14 Setting Up the Printer...appropriate file in your application does not include your application. Click Browse and select the path for the printer driver. Note: ❏ If you are using Windows 98, the Printer Utility Setup may start. When the installation is complete, see a message that the drive is not ...
User Manual
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... Before running the program, set the printer driver to check or change the default settings as desired. When the installation is complete, click Finish. (If you see the folder window open the manual, select Programs, Epson Remote Configuration Mgr, and then click Epson Remote Configuration Manager User's Guide. To... start the program, select Programs, Epson Remote Configuration Mgr, and then click Epson Remote Configuration Manager. To open on the screen, close it so you are using Windows 2000 and the printer is installed on the computer in its own program group, ...
... Before running the program, set the printer driver to check or change the default settings as desired. When the installation is complete, click Finish. (If you see the folder window open the manual, select Programs, Epson Remote Configuration Mgr, and then click Epson Remote Configuration Manager User's Guide. To... start the program, select Programs, Epson Remote Configuration Mgr, and then click Epson Remote Configuration Manager. To open on the screen, close it so you are using Windows 2000 and the printer is installed on the computer in its own program group, ...
User Manual
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... see the Reference Guide. There are two ways to change the printer's settings through your software or printer driver, you may sometimes need to do this: ❏ Using the EPSON Remote Configuration Manager on the CD-ROM. For detailed information about default...Print direction Software 0 slash I/F (interface) mode Auto I/F wait time Parallel I/F bidirectional mode Packet mode Character table International character set for each printer setting. The following table shows the options available for italic table Manual feed wait time Buzzer Options (default in bold) Length in inches: ...
... see the Reference Guide. There are two ways to change the printer's settings through your software or printer driver, you may sometimes need to do this: ❏ Using the EPSON Remote Configuration Manager on the CD-ROM. For detailed information about default...Print direction Software 0 slash I/F (interface) mode Auto I/F wait time Parallel I/F bidirectional mode Packet mode Character table International character set for each printer setting. The following table shows the options available for italic table Manual feed wait time Buzzer Options (default in bold) Length in inches: ...
User Manual
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.../Bin and Pause buttons while you may want to their default values. The printer beeps twice and is turned off wait time Bottom margin Line spacing (lines per inch) Paper out override Printer settings in Okidata mode IBM PPDS, EPSON ESC/P, Oki ML 320T 0.5 second, 1 second, 2 seconds, Others 4.2 mm,... default setting mode. Emulating the Okidata Microline 320/321 Turbo You can make sure the printer is now operating in FX-890 mode. To do not install the Windows driver that came with your printer in Okidata mode until you can be selected in Okidata mode. To enter Okidata mode...
.../Bin and Pause buttons while you may want to their default values. The printer beeps twice and is turned off wait time Bottom margin Line spacing (lines per inch) Paper out override Printer settings in Okidata mode IBM PPDS, EPSON ESC/P, Oki ML 320T 0.5 second, 1 second, 2 seconds, Others 4.2 mm,... default setting mode. Emulating the Okidata Microline 320/321 Turbo You can make sure the printer is now operating in FX-890 mode. To do not install the Windows driver that came with your printer in Okidata mode until you can be selected in Okidata mode. To enter Okidata mode...
User Manual
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See the Reference Guide for possible causes and solutions to eject the printed page. You can help you determine the source of your printer driver settings, application settings, computer, or interface cable. (Be sure to use a shielded interface cable.) If the self test does not print... type Continuous paper (including perforated border) Single sheet FX-890 9.5 inches (241 mm) A4 or letter size FX-2190 14.8 inches (376 mm) A3 landscape 1. Printing a Self Test Running the printer's self test helps you determine whether the printer or the computer is working properly and the problem probably...
See the Reference Guide for possible causes and solutions to eject the printed page. You can help you determine the source of your printer driver settings, application settings, computer, or interface cable. (Be sure to use a shielded interface cable.) If the self test does not print... type Continuous paper (including perforated border) Single sheet FX-890 9.5 inches (241 mm) A4 or letter size FX-2190 14.8 inches (376 mm) A3 landscape 1. Printing a Self Test Running the printer's self test helps you determine whether the printer or the computer is working properly and the problem probably...
User Manual
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...and automated telephone services listed below . Use one of the following information ready: ❏ Product name (EPSON FX-890 or FX-2190) ❏ Product serial number (located on the back of the printer) ❏ Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase ❏ Computer ...Friday. A variety of the problem You can download drivers and other files, look at http://support.epson.com. Toll or long distance charges may apply. sales only). Where To Get Help If your printer in SoundAdvice: 70470 (for the FX-890) or 70475 (for dealer referral. 44 ...
...and automated telephone services listed below . Use one of the following information ready: ❏ Product name (EPSON FX-890 or FX-2190) ❏ Product serial number (located on the back of the printer) ❏ Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase ❏ Computer ...Friday. A variety of the problem You can download drivers and other files, look at http://support.epson.com. Toll or long distance charges may apply. sales only). Where To Get Help If your printer in SoundAdvice: 70470 (for the FX-890) or 70475 (for dealer referral. 44 ...
User Manual - Remote Configuration Manager
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... Configuration Manager The EPSON Remote Configuration Manager lets you change the default settings as described in a configuration file which you are using the program, remember to return the setting to LPT1. ❏ Connect the printer to the USB port instead. 1 Then use any ...the printer driver to the parallel port, Remote Configuration Manager may not work. In this book. The program works on these printers: ❏ FX-880+ ❏ FX-880+ in Okidata® mode ❏ FX-1180+ ❏ FX-890 ❏ FX-890 in Okidata mode ❏ FX-2190 ❏ FX-2190 in a multi-printer ...
... Configuration Manager The EPSON Remote Configuration Manager lets you change the default settings as described in a configuration file which you are using the program, remember to return the setting to LPT1. ❏ Connect the printer to the USB port instead. 1 Then use any ...the printer driver to the parallel port, Remote Configuration Manager may not work. In this book. The program works on these printers: ❏ FX-880+ ❏ FX-880+ in Okidata® mode ❏ FX-1180+ ❏ FX-890 ❏ FX-890 in Okidata mode ❏ FX-2190 ❏ FX-2190 in a multi-printer ...
Product Brochure
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...dots/character Warranty Three-year limited warranty in , top out Software Drivers Windows 95, 98, 2000, Me, XP and NT 4.0 Interface Bidirectional Parallel (IEEE 1284 Nibble Mode supported), USB 1.1, Type-B slot for text and graphics printing. Epson and Epson ... and brand names are registered trademarks of Epson America, Inc. Printer Specifications Printer Method 9-pin, serial impact dot matrix Print Direction Bidirectional logic seeking for optional interface cards Printer Language Epson ESC/P,® IBM PPDS, Okidata Microlines (FX-890, Okidata Mode only) Paper Handling Forms...
...dots/character Warranty Three-year limited warranty in , top out Software Drivers Windows 95, 98, 2000, Me, XP and NT 4.0 Interface Bidirectional Parallel (IEEE 1284 Nibble Mode supported), USB 1.1, Type-B slot for text and graphics printing. Epson and Epson ... and brand names are registered trademarks of Epson America, Inc. Printer Specifications Printer Method 9-pin, serial impact dot matrix Print Direction Bidirectional logic seeking for optional interface cards Printer Language Epson ESC/P,® IBM PPDS, Okidata Microlines (FX-890, Okidata Mode only) Paper Handling Forms...
Service Manual
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C524MAIN Component Operating Principles Overview 44 CN1 Photo-coupler Switching FET Transformer CN2 Diode Bridge Figure 2-2. EPSON FX-890/2190 2.1 Overview This printer is divided into several main components for easy removal and repair. C524 PSB/PSE/PSH Component PROM EEPROM DRAM ..., Lower case, Rear sheet guide, Knob, Printer cover C524MAIN Board The C524MAIN board consists of Transformer, Switching FET, Regulator IC, Diode bridge, Fuse, Photo-coupler, and so on . CR Motor Driver IC PF Motor Driver IC Print Head Driver 2in1ASIC E01A29CA Revision B C524 PSB/...
C524MAIN Component Operating Principles Overview 44 CN1 Photo-coupler Switching FET Transformer CN2 Diode Bridge Figure 2-2. EPSON FX-890/2190 2.1 Overview This printer is divided into several main components for easy removal and repair. C524 PSB/PSE/PSH Component PROM EEPROM DRAM ..., Lower case, Rear sheet guide, Knob, Printer cover C524MAIN Board The C524MAIN board consists of Transformer, Switching FET, Regulator IC, Diode bridge, Fuse, Photo-coupler, and so on . CR Motor Driver IC PF Motor Driver IC Print Head Driver 2in1ASIC E01A29CA Revision B C524 PSB/...
Service Manual
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EPSON FX-890/2190 2.1.2 Circuit Operation 2.1.2.1 C524 MAIN Board The C524 MAIN board is the control circuit board of D+ signal line is pulled up to +3.3V with 1.5 kΩ) Pull-up of this printer. Major Elements on MAIN Board (continued) Elements Location Function DRAM Use: Various buffers,...: 3 states 1 weight (1 state 50.6 ns, RDNn = 0, no CS assertion) Revision B Table 2-2. This board consists of several IC chips and drivers, as described in burst mode (1 state 50.6 ns) Refresh: Refresh controller of the CPU is used (CBR method) Period: 1,024 cycles/16...
EPSON FX-890/2190 2.1.2 Circuit Operation 2.1.2.1 C524 MAIN Board The C524 MAIN board is the control circuit board of D+ signal line is pulled up to +3.3V with 1.5 kΩ) Pull-up of this printer. Major Elements on MAIN Board (continued) Elements Location Function DRAM Use: Various buffers,...: 3 states 1 weight (1 state 50.6 ns, RDNn = 0, no CS assertion) Revision B Table 2-2. This board consists of several IC chips and drivers, as described in burst mode (1 state 50.6 ns) Refresh: Refresh controller of the CPU is used (CBR method) Period: 1,024 cycles/16...
Service Manual
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EPSON FX-890/2190 Table 2-2. Generates NMI interrupt request when 42V source voltage is supported. Major Elements on MAIN Board (continued) Elements Location Function CR Motor Driver IC15 Drive voltage: 42 V ± 5% Drive IC: SLA7024M (Sanken) Drive system: Constant-current unipolar ... Divides 42 V source voltage by ASIC based on print timing signal (CPU output) At reset: G/A output L (head drive off ) Head Driver QM1, QM2, QM3 Drive voltage: 42 V ± 5% Drive system: Constant voltage drive Drive Tr: SMA4037 (Sanken...
EPSON FX-890/2190 Table 2-2. Generates NMI interrupt request when 42V source voltage is supported. Major Elements on MAIN Board (continued) Elements Location Function CR Motor Driver IC15 Drive voltage: 42 V ± 5% Drive IC: SLA7024M (Sanken) Drive system: Constant-current unipolar ... Divides 42 V source voltage by ASIC based on print timing signal (CPU output) At reset: G/A output L (head drive off ) Head Driver QM1, QM2, QM3 Drive voltage: 42 V ± 5% Drive system: Constant voltage drive Drive Tr: SMA4037 (Sanken...
Service Manual
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... Location Function Energy save (ESA VE) circuit Driver element: DTC124X Control: Controlled by Power Supply Unit.) Overvoltage detecting circuit (OVP): Detects 120 V or above as a overvoltage. C524 MAIN Block Diagram 49 EPSON FX-890/2190 Table 2-2. Outputs Off signal to a constant ... circuit:(2 circuits each of which is constituted with 9 pins) Type: Constant-voltage dropper circuit (for head power regression) Driver element:FET 2SK3155 (Hitachi) Input eco voltage:88.7 V ~ 95.8 V Output power voltage:+42 V ± 5% (Controlled to...
... Location Function Energy save (ESA VE) circuit Driver element: DTC124X Control: Controlled by Power Supply Unit.) Overvoltage detecting circuit (OVP): Detects 120 V or above as a overvoltage. C524 MAIN Block Diagram 49 EPSON FX-890/2190 Table 2-2. Outputs Off signal to a constant ... circuit:(2 circuits each of which is constituted with 9 pins) Type: Constant-voltage dropper circuit (for head power regression) Driver element:FET 2SK3155 (Hitachi) Input eco voltage:88.7 V ~ 95.8 V Output power voltage:+42 V ± 5% (Controlled to...
Service Manual
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...- B740200100 E-Ring holder Size:#6 B740800800 Multi-Meter OHM/Voltage/Current - EPSON FX-890/2190 Revision B 4.1 Overview This section describes procedures for disassembling, assembling or adjusting the printer. Any adjustments required after power off, as anti-static wrist straps, ... touch the heat sink attached to avoid iujury from the AC power socket. B743800200 Phillips Screwdriver No.1 B743800100 Box Driver 7.0mm Diagonal B741700200 Tweezers - B776702201 Soldering iron - B740400100 Thickness gage - Unless otherwise specified, disassembled units or ...
...- B740200100 E-Ring holder Size:#6 B740800800 Multi-Meter OHM/Voltage/Current - EPSON FX-890/2190 Revision B 4.1 Overview This section describes procedures for disassembling, assembling or adjusting the printer. Any adjustments required after power off, as anti-static wrist straps, ... touch the heat sink attached to avoid iujury from the AC power socket. B743800200 Phillips Screwdriver No.1 B743800100 Box Driver 7.0mm Diagonal B741700200 Tweezers - B776702201 Soldering iron - B740400100 Thickness gage - Unless otherwise specified, disassembled units or ...