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... dot matrix printer product section to be added to the EPSON Product Information Guide. The table of contents of this section is listed below. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 TABLE OF CONTENTS User Replaceable Parts EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 1 Options ...EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 1 Printer Specifications EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 2 Control Panel Buttons and Lights EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 7 Error Indicators EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 8 Selecting a Font and Pitch EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 8 Selecting a Paper Source EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 9 Setting the Paper...
... dot matrix printer product section to be added to the EPSON Product Information Guide. The table of contents of this section is listed below. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 TABLE OF CONTENTS User Replaceable Parts EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 1 Options ...EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 1 Printer Specifications EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 2 Control Panel Buttons and Lights EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 7 Error Indicators EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 8 Selecting a Font and Pitch EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 8 Selecting a Paper Source EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 9 Setting the Paper...
Product Information Guide
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... plain bond envelopes into the printer without reloading. Pull tractor unit (C800201 for FX-890, C800211 for FX-2190) Feeds up to improve paper handling and reduce the chance of paper into the printer without reloading. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Paper guide Paper guide cover Printer cover Edge guides Front cover Paper release lever Control panel Power switch Ribbon cartridge Paper thickness lever Paper tension unit User Replaceable Parts...
... plain bond envelopes into the printer without reloading. Pull tractor unit (C800201 for FX-890, C800211 for FX-2190) Feeds up to improve paper handling and reduce the chance of paper into the printer without reloading. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Paper guide Paper guide cover Printer cover Edge guides Front cover Paper release lever Control panel Power switch Ribbon cartridge Paper thickness lever Paper tension unit User Replaceable Parts...
Product Information Guide
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... interface card to use your printer. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Front paper guide (C814021 for FX-890, C814031 for more information. Check with your printer with 8.5-inch roll paper. Continuous: 5 inches (127 mm)/ second Copy mode: 1/6-inch (4.23 mm) feed, 83 msec; The EPSON interface cards in 1/432-inch increments FX-890: 80 columns (at 10 cpi) FX-2190: 136 columns (at 12...
... interface card to use your printer. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Front paper guide (C814021 for FX-890, C814031 for more information. Check with your printer with 8.5-inch roll paper. Continuous: 5 inches (127 mm)/ second Copy mode: 1/6-inch (4.23 mm) feed, 83 msec; The EPSON interface cards in 1/432-inch increments FX-890: 80 columns (at 10 cpi) FX-2190: 136 columns (at 12...
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... 0 to 85% RH Paper Use recycled paper, multipart paper, labels, envelopes, and roll paper only under normal temperature and humidity conditions, as multipart forms with a line of glue at the perforation should not cross. 4 - EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Single-sheet multipart forms (for FX-2190. ** 8.3 to...or six parts, in the rear slot. The thickness of the cut -sheet feeder for the optional front sheet or front paper guide only): Minimum Maximum Width (inch) (mm) FX-890: FX-2190: 3.9 10.1 16.5 100 257 420 Length ((inch) (mm) 3.9 14.3 16.5 100 364 420 Copies 1...
... 0 to 85% RH Paper Use recycled paper, multipart paper, labels, envelopes, and roll paper only under normal temperature and humidity conditions, as multipart forms with a line of glue at the perforation should not cross. 4 - EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Single-sheet multipart forms (for FX-2190. ** 8.3 to...or six parts, in the rear slot. The thickness of the cut -sheet feeder for the optional front sheet or front paper guide only): Minimum Maximum Width (inch) (mm) FX-890: FX-2190: 3.9 10.1 16.5 100 257 420 Length ((inch) (mm) 3.9 14.3 16.5 100 364 420 Copies 1...
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EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Control Panel Buttons and Lights Button/Light Function 1 Font button Selects one of the pitch settings. In this mode, you can press the LF/FF D and Load/Eject U buttons to the top-of paper. Flashes when the printer is in the selected paper source or paper is not loaded correctly. Flashes when paper...Driving Line count for three seconds, the printer enters the Micro Adjust mode. Both off when continuous paper is on the printer. Right light is not in the tear-off position. See the Reference Guide for three seconds, enters the Micro Adjust...
EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Control Panel Buttons and Lights Button/Light Function 1 Font button Selects one of the pitch settings. In this mode, you can press the LF/FF D and Load/Eject U buttons to the top-of paper. Flashes when the printer is in the selected paper source or paper is not loaded correctly. Flashes when paper...Driving Line count for three seconds, the printer enters the Micro Adjust mode. Both off when continuous paper is on the printer. Right light is not in the tear-off position. See the Reference Guide for three seconds, enters the Micro Adjust...
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... sure that the printer is overheated. the Paper Out light goes off the printer and leave it is not fed to eject the paper; Press the Load/Eject button to the desired position. O = on the printer's control panel, as described below . EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 See the Reference Guide. If paper from the printer's control panel. Continuous paper is , press the...
... sure that the printer is overheated. the Paper Out light goes off the printer and leave it is not fed to eject the paper; Press the Load/Eject button to the desired position. O = on the printer's control panel, as described below . EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 See the Reference Guide. If paper from the printer's control panel. Continuous paper is , press the...
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...or press the Load/Eject U button to move the top-of -form position. 1. Open the paper guide cover and press LF/FF D to feed paper backward, or Load/Eject U to feed paper forward, until the paper perforation is in some software overrides the top-of-form position setting you make with the tear...button to advance the paper to the tear-off position. 4. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Using the Micro Adjust Function The Micro Adjust function allows you to move the paper forward or backward in effect until you change it, even if you turn off Micro Adjust mode. Make sure the printer is at the ...
...or press the Load/Eject U button to move the top-of -form position. 1. Open the paper guide cover and press LF/FF D to feed paper backward, or Load/Eject U to feed paper forward, until the paper perforation is in some software overrides the top-of-form position setting you make with the tear...button to advance the paper to the tear-off position. 4. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Using the Micro Adjust Function The Micro Adjust function allows you to move the paper forward or backward in effect until you change it, even if you turn off Micro Adjust mode. Make sure the printer is at the ...
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... high-capacity cut -sheet feeder). EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Loading Special Papers Follow the guidelines in the printer between jobs; Because the rear paper path is curved, labels may not feed labels on the rear or front push tractor. ❏ Never feed labels backward using the paper guide, or you must set the paper-thickness lever to the pull...
... high-capacity cut -sheet feeder). EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Loading Special Papers Follow the guidelines in the printer between jobs; Because the rear paper path is curved, labels may not feed labels on the rear or front push tractor. ❏ Never feed labels backward using the paper guide, or you must set the paper-thickness lever to the pull...
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... printing. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 13 Caution: Never use the knob to the upright position. 4. If any continuous paper from printing with the optional front sheet guide to printing with a push tractor and printing on the tractor position you need to remove the front sheet guide. 1. Move the paper guide to eject paper when the printer is no longer...
... printing. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 13 Caution: Never use the knob to the upright position. 4. If any continuous paper from printing with the optional front sheet guide to printing with a push tractor and printing on the tractor position you need to remove the front sheet guide. 1. Move the paper guide to eject paper when the printer is no longer...
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... to clear paper jams only when the printer is jammed in the printer. Turn off position. 5. Changing the Default Settings While you can often change the printer's settings through your software or printer driver, you to clear a paper jam: 1. Close the printer cover and turn on the printer software CD-ROM. (See the User's Guide for more of paper. 4. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190...
... to clear paper jams only when the printer is jammed in the printer. Turn off position. 5. Changing the Default Settings While you can often change the printer's settings through your software or printer driver, you to clear a paper jam: 1. Close the printer cover and turn on the printer software CD-ROM. (See the User's Guide for more of paper. 4. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190...
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... settings for reference before changing modes on the printer. See page 14. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 15 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Follow the steps below to open the Menu. The Menu lights (both the Tear Off/Bin lights) turn on and paper is now in the instructions. 3. The printed... (No), On (Yes) Note: The FX-890 and FX-2190 do this on your FX-890/FX-2190, make your printer. The default settings (shown in FX-890/2190 mode. If you have been using an Okidata driver, you want to change the printer's default settings from the paper guide. 1. You'll need to check the ...
... settings for reference before changing modes on the printer. See page 14. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 15 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Follow the steps below to open the Menu. The Menu lights (both the Tear Off/Bin lights) turn on and paper is now in the instructions. 3. The printed... (No), On (Yes) Note: The FX-890 and FX-2190 do this on your FX-890/FX-2190, make your printer. The default settings (shown in FX-890/2190 mode. If you have been using an Okidata driver, you want to change the printer's default settings from the paper guide. 1. You'll need to check the ...
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... , repeat steps 1 and 2. Make sure the printer is on the printer while holding down the Pause button, turn off . Make sure paper is loaded and the printer is pressed. Turn off . 2. You select the best alignment pattern from the paper guide. While holding down the LF/FF and Pause buttons. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Turn on (as desired...
... , repeat steps 1 and 2. Make sure the printer is on the printer while holding down the Pause button, turn off . Make sure paper is loaded and the printer is pressed. Turn off . 2. You select the best alignment pattern from the paper guide. While holding down the LF/FF and Pause buttons. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Turn on (as desired...
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...-15991R1 EPSON FX-890/2190 User's Guide 3020817-00/ CPD-16124 CD-ROM containing online Reference Guide PLFX890 EPSON FX-890 Parts Price List PLFX2190 EPSON FX-2190 Parts Price List Transporting the Printer If you have just used the printer, the print head may be hot; Remove the paper guide. Caution: Never use a hard or abrasive brush. Unplug the power cord from the printer. 3. EPSON FX-890/FX...
...-15991R1 EPSON FX-890/2190 User's Guide 3020817-00/ CPD-16124 CD-ROM containing online Reference Guide PLFX890 EPSON FX-890 Parts Price List PLFX2190 EPSON FX-2190 Parts Price List Transporting the Printer If you have just used the printer, the print head may be hot; Remove the paper guide. Caution: Never use a hard or abrasive brush. Unplug the power cord from the printer. 3. EPSON FX-890/FX...
User Manual
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... printer software, you can make your FX-890 or FX-2190 work like the Okidata® Microline® 320 Turbo or 321 Turbo by turning the printer on page 15. c Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your printer, refer to the online Reference Guide. For detailed information about using your printer: ❏ Setting Up the Printer ❏ Paper...
... printer software, you can make your FX-890 or FX-2190 work like the Okidata® Microline® 320 Turbo or 321 Turbo by turning the printer on page 15. c Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your printer, refer to the online Reference Guide. For detailed information about using your printer: ❏ Setting Up the Printer ❏ Paper...
User Manual
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...Sheets with the optional front paper guide or front sheet guide installed. To load single-sheet multipart forms, use the front paper entry slot with the Paper Guide You can be up to 10.1 inches (257 mm) wide on the FX-890 and 16.5 inches (420 mm) wide on the FX-2190. To feed paper forward and eject it, ...hold down the LF/FF button. Removing paper from the top of the printer using the pull ...
...Sheets with the optional front paper guide or front sheet guide installed. To load single-sheet multipart forms, use the front paper entry slot with the Paper Guide You can be up to 10.1 inches (257 mm) wide on the FX-890 and 16.5 inches (420 mm) wide on the FX-2190. To feed paper forward and eject it, ...hold down the LF/FF button. Removing paper from the top of the printer using the pull ...
User Manual
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... 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 stop the self test, press the Pause button. Then turn off the printer while it is printed...
... 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 stop the self test, press the Pause button. Then turn off the printer while it is printed...
Service Manual
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EPSON FX-890/2190 3.2.11 Electrical Noise 62 3.2.12 Fatal Error 63 3.3 Troubleshooting for Individual Units 64 3.3.1 Main Component Checking Point 64 Chapter 4 Disassembly and Assembly 4.1 Overview ...) Detector 87 4.3.11 Rear PE Detector 87 4.3.12 Carriage Assembly 88 4.3.13 Rear Paper Guide Assembly 90 4.3.14 Ribbon Drive (RD) Assembly 92 Chapter 5 Adjustment 5.1 Adjustment Overview 94 5.1.1 Required Adjustment 94 5.1.2 Adjustment Tools 94 5.2 Adjusting and Resetting the Printer 95 Revision B 5.2.1 Platen Gap Adjustment 95 5.3 Adjustment Program 97 5.3.1 Preparation 97 5.3.1.1 ...
EPSON FX-890/2190 3.2.11 Electrical Noise 62 3.2.12 Fatal Error 63 3.3 Troubleshooting for Individual Units 64 3.3.1 Main Component Checking Point 64 Chapter 4 Disassembly and Assembly 4.1 Overview ...) Detector 87 4.3.11 Rear PE Detector 87 4.3.12 Carriage Assembly 88 4.3.13 Rear Paper Guide Assembly 90 4.3.14 Ribbon Drive (RD) Assembly 92 Chapter 5 Adjustment 5.1 Adjustment Overview 94 5.1.1 Required Adjustment 94 5.1.2 Adjustment Tools 94 5.2 Adjusting and Resetting the Printer 95 Revision B 5.2.1 Platen Gap Adjustment 95 5.3 Adjustment Program 97 5.3.1 Preparation 97 5.3.1.1 ...
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form Note1: Type of paper of the sheet guide. 3: When Paper size is A6 and the sheet is available only under normal temperature and humidity conditions 2: When setting cards, be sure to be set horizontal, ... entrance only. 4: When using card, set jointing side of multi part) (lb) (12) (15) Quality Plain paper, Reclaimed paper ----- Don't use Carbon-backed and Carbon-interleaved. 2: Type of paper of line glue at the top side of ----- ----- EPSON FX-890/2190 Revision B Width Table 1-6. Max. (inch) (3.9) (5.8) (mm) 100 148 Min. (3.9) 100 Max. (5.8) 148 Rear Entry...
form Note1: Type of paper of the sheet guide. 3: When Paper size is A6 and the sheet is available only under normal temperature and humidity conditions 2: When setting cards, be sure to be set horizontal, ... entrance only. 4: When using card, set jointing side of multi part) (lb) (12) (15) Quality Plain paper, Reclaimed paper ----- Don't use Carbon-backed and Carbon-interleaved. 2: Type of paper of line glue at the top side of ----- ----- EPSON FX-890/2190 Revision B Width Table 1-6. Max. (inch) (3.9) (5.8) (mm) 100 148 Min. (3.9) 100 Max. (5.8) 148 Rear Entry...
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... possible cut sheets of the sheet guide. 4: Envelope should be sure to align their left edge with FX-2190 Direction Rear Entry (manual) Front...paper, PLAIN paper or AIR ----- printing on the front side; Envelope Width (inch) ----- (9.5) ----- (No.10) (mm) 241 Length (inch) ----- (4.1) ----- (mm) 105 Total Thickness (inch) ----- (0.0063) (0.0205) (0.0063) (0.0205) ----- (mm) 0.16 0.52 0.16 0.52 Weight ----- No glue at the printable ----- Max. Envelope FX-890 Front Entry & Manual FX-2190 Min. Rear Entry High-Capacity CSF Min. EPSON FX-890...
... possible cut sheets of the sheet guide. 4: Envelope should be sure to align their left edge with FX-2190 Direction Rear Entry (manual) Front...paper, PLAIN paper or AIR ----- printing on the front side; Envelope Width (inch) ----- (9.5) ----- (No.10) (mm) 241 Length (inch) ----- (4.1) ----- (mm) 105 Total Thickness (inch) ----- (0.0063) (0.0205) (0.0063) (0.0205) ----- (mm) 0.16 0.52 0.16 0.52 Weight ----- No glue at the printable ----- Max. Envelope FX-890 Front Entry & Manual FX-2190 Min. Rear Entry High-Capacity CSF Min. EPSON FX-890...
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...Note "*1": When you use Ethernet interface card C82363*, you need to attach the optional interface adapter (C82525*) to the interface card. EPSON FX-890/2190 CE MARKING 230 V version & UPS version Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC: EN60950 EMC...Black) Code No. FX-890 FX-2190 S015329 S015327 Options High capacity cut sheet feeder (Bin 1) C80638* C80640* Single bin cut sheet feeder (Bin 2) C80637* C80639* Pull tractor unit C80020* C80021* Roll paper holder #8310 #8310 Front sheet guide C81400* C81401* Front paper guide C81402* C81403* Serial...
...Note "*1": When you use Ethernet interface card C82363*, you need to attach the optional interface adapter (C82525*) to the interface card. EPSON FX-890/2190 CE MARKING 230 V version & UPS version Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC: EN60950 EMC...Black) Code No. FX-890 FX-2190 S015329 S015327 Options High capacity cut sheet feeder (Bin 1) C80638* C80640* Single bin cut sheet feeder (Bin 2) C80637* C80639* Pull tractor unit C80020* C80021* Roll paper holder #8310 #8310 Front sheet guide C81400* C81401* Front paper guide C81402* C81403* Serial...