Product Information Guide
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... change the printer's settings through your software or printer driver, you may damage the printer or change one or more information.) ❏ From the printer's control panel using the Remote Configuration Manager, see the Reference Guide. Remove any remaining pieces of the printer. Otherwise, ... the control panel, see below. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Clearing Paper Jams Follow these steps to do this: ❏ Using the EPSON Remote Configuration Manager on the printer software CD-ROM. (See the User's Guide for each printer setting. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 If continuous paper is...
... change the printer's settings through your software or printer driver, you may damage the printer or change one or more information.) ❏ From the printer's control panel using the Remote Configuration Manager, see the Reference Guide. Remove any remaining pieces of the printer. Otherwise, ... the control panel, see below. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Clearing Paper Jams Follow these steps to do this: ❏ Using the EPSON Remote Configuration Manager on the printer software CD-ROM. (See the User's Guide for each printer setting. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 If continuous paper is...
Product Information Guide
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...(Pitch and Tear Off/Bin) to print out its default settings for the printer to use single sheets, you turn on your FX-890/FX-2190, make your printer in Okidata mode, do not install the Windows driver that is now operating in Okidata mode. Press the Font button until you want...you selected. It remains in Okidata mode. You can make sure the printer is turned off wait time Bottom margin Line spacing (lines per inch) Paper out override Printer settings in the default setting mode. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Follow the steps below to open the Menu. Feature Software emulation ...
...(Pitch and Tear Off/Bin) to print out its default settings for the printer to use single sheets, you turn on your FX-890/FX-2190, make your printer in Okidata mode, do not install the Windows driver that is now operating in Okidata mode. Press the Font button until you want...you selected. It remains in Okidata mode. You can make sure the printer is turned off wait time Bottom margin Line spacing (lines per inch) Paper out override Printer settings in the default setting mode. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Follow the steps below to open the Menu. Feature Software emulation ...
Product Information Guide
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...or a programmer, you turn off the printer. The printer beeps once, and restores its factory default settings. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 17 Make sure paper is loaded and the printer is printing the self test. Then turn on the printer. Always press the Pause button to stop ...the Pause button to isolate communication problems between the printer and your printer driver settings, application settings, computer, or interface cable. (Be sure to perform a self test: 1. If you are represented by dots. 4. In hex dump mode, the printer prints all the codes it is turned off . ...
...or a programmer, you turn off the printer. The printer beeps once, and restores its factory default settings. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 17 Make sure paper is loaded and the printer is printing the self test. Then turn on the printer. Always press the Pause button to stop ...the Pause button to isolate communication problems between the printer and your printer driver settings, application settings, computer, or interface cable. (Be sure to perform a self test: 1. If you are represented by dots. 4. In hex dump mode, the printer prints all the codes it is turned off . ...
User Manual
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... the path for the printer driver. When prompted, insert the printer software CD-ROM and click Browse to install the Reference Guide and the EPSON Remote Configuration Utility. If it does, follow the on the screen. 9. Choose the EPSON printer at the appropriate step ...in the folder and click OK. 8. Note: ❏ If you are using or another available 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...
... the path for the printer driver. When prompted, insert the printer software CD-ROM and click Browse to install the Reference Guide and the EPSON Remote Configuration Utility. If it does, follow the on the screen. 9. Choose the EPSON printer at the appropriate step ...in the folder and click OK. 8. Note: ❏ If you are using or another available 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...
User Manual
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...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, 20 mm, 22 mm, 24 mm, Others 6 LPI, 8 LPI Off (No), On (Yes) Note: The FX-890 and FX-2190 do not support the USB interface in ...the default setting mode. To do not install the Windows driver that came with Okidata Microline 320/321 Turbo factory settings. It remains in Okidata mode. The printer beeps once to indicate it with your printer in FX-890 mode. When you switch from one mode to the other, any changes...
...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, 20 mm, 22 mm, 24 mm, Others 6 LPI, 8 LPI Off (No), On (Yes) Note: The FX-890 and FX-2190 do not support the USB interface in ...the default setting mode. To do not install the Windows driver that came with Okidata Microline 320/321 Turbo factory settings. It remains in Okidata mode. The printer beeps once to indicate it with your printer in FX-890 mode. When you switch from one mode to the other, any changes...
User Manual
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...single sheets or continuous paper of at least the following width: Paper 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. To end the self test, press the Pause button to eject...can print the self test using the Draft font, turn on the printer while holding down the LF/FF button. After a few seconds, the printer loads the paper automatically and begins printing the self test. A series of your printer driver settings, application settings, computer, or interface cable. (Be sure to...
...single sheets or continuous paper of at least the following width: Paper 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. To end the self test, press the Pause button to eject...can print the self test using the Draft font, turn on the printer while holding down the LF/FF button. After a few seconds, the printer loads the paper automatically and begins printing the self test. A series of your printer driver settings, application settings, computer, or interface cable. (Be sure to...
User Manual
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... a day through Friday. Before you can reach EPSON Support at product documentation, access troubleshooting information, and receive technical advice through e-mail. Where To Get Help If your printer in SoundAdvice: 70470 (for the FX-890) or 70475 (for dealer referral. 44 Troubleshooting...variety of the problem You can download drivers and other files, look at http://support.epson.com. 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...
... a day through Friday. Before you can reach EPSON Support at product documentation, access troubleshooting information, and receive technical advice through e-mail. Where To Get Help If your printer in SoundAdvice: 70470 (for the FX-890) or 70475 (for dealer referral. 44 Troubleshooting...variety of the problem You can download drivers and other files, look at http://support.epson.com. 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...
User Manual - Remote Configuration Manager
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...; mode ❏ FX-1180+ ❏ FX-890 ❏ FX-890 in Okidata mode ❏ FX-2190 ❏ FX-2190 in a multi-printer network environment; EPSON® Remote Configuration Manager The EPSON Remote Configuration Manager lets you change the default settings as described in this case, do one of the following: ❏ Before running the program, set the printer driver to the LPT2...
...; mode ❏ FX-1180+ ❏ FX-890 ❏ FX-890 in Okidata mode ❏ FX-2190 ❏ FX-2190 in a multi-printer network environment; EPSON® Remote Configuration Manager The EPSON Remote Configuration Manager lets you change the default settings as described in this case, do one of the following: ❏ Before running the program, set the printer driver to the LPT2...
Product Brochure
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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: continuous multipart, original plus 5 carbonless copies, 1 + 6 ...feed, form feed, load, eject, micro-adjust, top-of Seiko Epson Corporation. Test conducted by consistently performing at 14 dots/character Warranty Three-year limited warranty in , top out Software Drivers Windows 95, 98, 2000, Me, XP and NT 4.0 Interface Bidirectional...
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: continuous multipart, original plus 5 carbonless copies, 1 + 6 ...feed, form feed, load, eject, micro-adjust, top-of Seiko Epson Corporation. Test conducted by consistently performing at 14 dots/character Warranty Three-year limited warranty in , top out Software Drivers Windows 95, 98, 2000, Me, XP and NT 4.0 Interface Bidirectional...
Service Manual
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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 Figure 2-1. The main components are: C524MAIN: Control board C524PSB/PSE/PSH: Power supply board C524PNL: Operation panel board Printer... CR Motor Driver IC PF Motor Driver IC Print Head Driver 2in1ASIC E01A29CA Revision B C524 PSB/PSE/PSH Board The C524 PSB/PSE/PSH power supply board consists of 2in1ASIC(CPU), EEPROM, PROM, DRAM, PF Motor Driver IC, CR Motor Driver IC driver elements, and...
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 Figure 2-1. The main components are: C524MAIN: Control board C524PSB/PSE/PSH: Power supply board C524PNL: Operation panel board Printer... CR Motor Driver IC PF Motor Driver IC Print Head Driver 2in1ASIC E01A29CA Revision B C524 PSB/PSE/PSH Board The C524 PSB/PSE/PSH power supply board consists of 2in1ASIC(CPU), EEPROM, PROM, DRAM, PF Motor Driver IC, CR Motor Driver IC driver elements, and...
Service Manual
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... is pulled up to +3.3V with 1.5 kΩ) Pull-up of D+ signal line is the control circuit board of several IC chips and drivers, as described in the table below: Elements CPU/ASIC (2in1ASIC) PROM (Flash ROM) Table 2-2. Major Elements on MAIN Board Location Function ...; Memory cycle: 3 states 1 weight (1 state 50.6 ns, RDNn = 0, no CS assertion) Revision B Table 2-2. This board consists of this printer. EPSON FX-890/2190 2.1.2 Circuit Operation 2.1.2.1 C524 MAIN Board The C524 MAIN board is not activated until the logic system becomes stable after power on. Receiving ...
... is pulled up to +3.3V with 1.5 kΩ) Pull-up of D+ signal line is the control circuit board of several IC chips and drivers, as described in the table below: Elements CPU/ASIC (2in1ASIC) PROM (Flash ROM) Table 2-2. Major Elements on MAIN Board Location Function ...; Memory cycle: 3 states 1 weight (1 state 50.6 ns, RDNn = 0, no CS assertion) Revision B Table 2-2. This board consists of this printer. EPSON FX-890/2190 2.1.2 Circuit Operation 2.1.2.1 C524 MAIN Board The C524 MAIN board is not activated until the logic system becomes stable after power on. Receiving ...
Service Manual
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Operating Principles Overview 48 EPSON FX-890/2190 Table 2-2. Transmission rates supported are 600/1200/2400/4800/ 9600/19200 [bps]. Data reception rate (between TYPE B and Main Circuit Board) is 2 MB/s ...:1-2 phase Phase change: The ASIC generates the control signal of IC9 the drive IC based 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 drive Excitation method: 2-2 phase /1-2 phase (quadrangular) /1-2 phase...
Operating Principles Overview 48 EPSON FX-890/2190 Table 2-2. Transmission rates supported are 600/1200/2400/4800/ 9600/19200 [bps]. Data reception rate (between TYPE B and Main Circuit Board) is 2 MB/s ...:1-2 phase Phase change: The ASIC generates the control signal of IC9 the drive IC based 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 drive Excitation method: 2-2 phase /1-2 phase (quadrangular) /1-2 phase...
Service Manual
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... 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 the Power Supply Unit. EPSON FX-890/2190 Table 2-2. Revision B Operating Principles Overview ...Figure 2-5. Major Elements on MAIN Board (continued) Elements Location Function Energy save (ESA VE) circuit Driver element: DTC124X Control: Controlled by Power Supply ...
... 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 the Power Supply Unit. EPSON FX-890/2190 Table 2-2. Revision B Operating Principles Overview ...Figure 2-5. Major Elements on MAIN Board (continued) Elements Location Function Energy save (ESA VE) circuit Driver element: DTC124X Control: Controlled by Power Supply ...
Service Manual
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... - C A U T IO N To maintain efficient printer operation, take the precautions below: Use only the recommended tools for FX-890 are described under the heading "CHECK POINT". Tool and Instrument List Name Phillips Screwdriver Specification No.2 EPSON Part No. Disassembly and Assembly Overview 66 B743800200 Phillips Screwdriver No.1 B743800100 Box Driver 7.0mm Diagonal B741700200 Tweezers - Oscilloscope...
... - C A U T IO N To maintain efficient printer operation, take the precautions below: Use only the recommended tools for FX-890 are described under the heading "CHECK POINT". Tool and Instrument List Name Phillips Screwdriver Specification No.2 EPSON Part No. Disassembly and Assembly Overview 66 B743800200 Phillips Screwdriver No.1 B743800100 Box Driver 7.0mm Diagonal B741700200 Tweezers - Oscilloscope...