Product Information Guide
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... Your Printout EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 16 Printing a Self Test EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 17 Printing a Hex Dump EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 17 Resetting the Printer EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 17 Cleaning the Printer EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 18 Transporting the Printer EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 18 Related Documentation EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 18 6/03 The table of contents of this section is listed below. P R O D U C T I N F O R M A T I O N G U I D E EPSON UPDATE 6/11/03 This package provides a new dot matrix printer product section...
... Your Printout EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 16 Printing a Self Test EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 17 Printing a Hex Dump EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 17 Resetting the Printer EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 17 Cleaning the Printer EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 18 Transporting the Printer EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 18 Related Documentation EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 18 6/03 The table of contents of this section is listed below. P R O D U C T I N F O R M A T I O N G U I D E EPSON UPDATE 6/11/03 This package provides a new dot matrix printer product section...
Product Information Guide
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...FX-890, C814031 for FX-2190) Allows you to load single sheets and carbonless single-sheet multi-part forms of up to 6 parts without removing the tractor from the front push position. Printer Specifications Mechanical Printing method Printing speed Printing direction Line spacing Printable columns Resolution Paper feed methods Paper feed speed 9-pin impact dot matrix...for text and graphics printing. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Roll paper holder (8310) Allows you to use your printer with EPSON for more information. Front sheet guide (C814001 for FX-890, C814011 for FX-2190) Allows you to ...
...FX-890, C814031 for FX-2190) Allows you to load single sheets and carbonless single-sheet multi-part forms of up to 6 parts without removing the tractor from the front push position. Printer Specifications Mechanical Printing method Printing speed Printing direction Line spacing Printable columns Resolution Paper feed methods Paper feed speed 9-pin impact dot matrix...for text and graphics printing. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Roll paper holder (8310) Allows you to use your printer with EPSON for more information. Front sheet guide (C814001 for FX-890, C814011 for FX-2190) Allows you to ...
User Manual
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..., optional products, printer software, troubleshooting, and technical specifications. For instructions, see page 40. Introduction This manual covers the following basic information to get you started using your printer, refer to the online Reference Guide. For detailed information about using your equipment. w Warnings must be followed carefully to both the FX-890 and the FX-2190. See...
..., optional products, printer software, troubleshooting, and technical specifications. For instructions, see page 40. Introduction This manual covers the following basic information to get you started using your printer, refer to the online Reference Guide. For detailed information about using your equipment. w Warnings must be followed carefully to both the FX-890 and the FX-2190. See...
User Manual - Remote Configuration Manager
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... 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 Okidata mode ❏ LQ-590 ❏ LQ-2090 Note: If you can be created for each printer's specific application requirements. EPSON® Remote Configuration Manager The EPSON Remote Configuration Manager...
... 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 Okidata mode ❏ LQ-590 ❏ LQ-2090 Note: If you can be created for each printer's specific application requirements. EPSON® Remote Configuration Manager The EPSON Remote Configuration Manager...
Product Brochure
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... Bidirectional Parallel (IEEE 1284 Nibble Mode supported), USB 1.1, Type-B slot for text and graphics printing. 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 copies with pull...
... Bidirectional Parallel (IEEE 1284 Nibble Mode supported), USB 1.1, Type-B slot for text and graphics printing. 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 copies with pull...
Service Manual
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EPSON FX-890/2190 Table of Contents Revision B Chapter 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS 1.1 Features ...9 1.2 Interface ...23 1.2.1 Parallel interface (Forward channel 23 1.2.2 Parallel interface (Reverse channel 25 1.2.3 USB Interface 26 1.2.4 Optional Interface 27 1.2.5 Type-B Interface communication specification 27 1.2.6 Interface selection 28 1.2.7 IEEE1284...3.1.2 Procedure for Troubleshooting 53 3.1.3 Preliminary Checks 54 3.1.4 Error ...54 3.2 Troubleshooting Based on Symptoms 55 3.2.1 Printer fails to operate when power is turned on 55 3.2.2 No LED on Control Panel lights up even with...
EPSON FX-890/2190 Table of Contents Revision B Chapter 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS 1.1 Features ...9 1.2 Interface ...23 1.2.1 Parallel interface (Forward channel 23 1.2.2 Parallel interface (Reverse channel 25 1.2.3 USB Interface 26 1.2.4 Optional Interface 27 1.2.5 Type-B Interface communication specification 27 1.2.6 Interface selection 28 1.2.7 IEEE1284...3.1.2 Procedure for Troubleshooting 53 3.1.3 Preliminary Checks 54 3.1.4 Error ...54 3.2 Troubleshooting Based on Symptoms 55 3.2.1 Printer fails to operate when power is turned on 55 3.2.2 No LED on Control Panel lights up even with...
Service Manual
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... No Yes No Revision B PRINTING SPEED Table 1-2. When the head temperature falls to the upper limit, the printer stops printing. PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS Features 9 EPSON FX-890/2190 1.1 Features EPSON FX-890/2190 is a small-foot 18-pin serial impact dot matrix printer. HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS Print method Number of pins Print pin arrangement Print pin diameter Color...
... No Yes No Revision B PRINTING SPEED Table 1-2. When the head temperature falls to the upper limit, the printer stops printing. PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS Features 9 EPSON FX-890/2190 1.1 Features EPSON FX-890/2190 is a small-foot 18-pin serial impact dot matrix printer. HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS Print method Number of pins Print pin arrangement Print pin diameter Color...
Service Manual
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... When using High-Capacity CSF, paper total thickness is below 5 mm. Cut Sheet (Single sheet, Not multi part) FX-890 FX-890 Width (inch) (mm) Front Entry Manual Min. (3.9) 100 Max. (10.1) 257 Manual Min. (3.9) 100 Max. .... Note "*1": When using Single-Bin CSF, paper total thickness is available only under normal temperature and humidity conditions. EPSON FX-890/2190 FEEDING METHOD Friction feed Push tractor feed Push & Pull tractor feed ... Pull tractor ( Option ) Roll paper holder (Option) Revision B PAPER SPECIFICATIONS Table 1-3.
... When using High-Capacity CSF, paper total thickness is below 5 mm. Cut Sheet (Single sheet, Not multi part) FX-890 FX-890 Width (inch) (mm) Front Entry Manual Min. (3.9) 100 Max. (10.1) 257 Manual Min. (3.9) 100 Max. .... Note "*1": When using Single-Bin CSF, paper total thickness is available only under normal temperature and humidity conditions. EPSON FX-890/2190 FEEDING METHOD Friction feed Push tractor feed Push & Pull tractor feed ... Pull tractor ( Option ) Roll paper holder (Option) Revision B PAPER SPECIFICATIONS Table 1-3.
Service Manual
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EPSON FX-890/2190 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION Rated voltage Input voltage range Rated frequency range Input frequency range Rated current Power consumption Insulation resistance Dielectric strength Table 1-16. 120V Version AC 120 V ... AC line and chassis, DC 500 V) AC 1500 V rms. 1 min. ( between AC line and chassis) Note "*" : Upon a lapse of 5 minutes under the following conditions, the printer enters sleep mode: • Not in Pause, not in error status • There is no data in power off mode Energy Star compliant 10 MΩ...
EPSON FX-890/2190 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION Rated voltage Input voltage range Rated frequency range Input frequency range Rated current Power consumption Insulation resistance Dielectric strength Table 1-16. 120V Version AC 120 V ... AC line and chassis, DC 500 V) AC 1500 V rms. 1 min. ( between AC line and chassis) Note "*" : Upon a lapse of 5 minutes under the following conditions, the printer enters sleep mode: • Not in Pause, not in error status • There is no data in power off mode Energy Star compliant 10 MΩ...
Service Manual
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EPSON FX-890/2190 PRINTABLE AREA Cut sheets Printable Area Revision B Table 1-20. Printable Area for Cut Sheet Single Sheet / Multi Part FX-890 FX-2190 PW (Width) PL (Length) Refer to "PAPER Refer to "PAPER SPECIFICATIONS" Table 1-3 on SPECIFICATIONS" Table 1-4 on page 10 for single sheet or page 11 for single sheet or Table 1-5 on page 11 for multi Table 1-6 on page 12 for multi part part LM (Left Margin) RM (Right Margin) 3 mm or more (PW
EPSON FX-890/2190 PRINTABLE AREA Cut sheets Printable Area Revision B Table 1-20. Printable Area for Cut Sheet Single Sheet / Multi Part FX-890 FX-2190 PW (Width) PL (Length) Refer to "PAPER Refer to "PAPER SPECIFICATIONS" Table 1-3 on SPECIFICATIONS" Table 1-4 on page 10 for single sheet or page 11 for single sheet or Table 1-5 on page 11 for multi Table 1-6 on page 12 for multi part part LM (Left Margin) RM (Right Margin) 3 mm or more (PW
Service Manual
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... Continuous Paper Continuous Paper FX-890 FX-2190 PW (Width) PL (Length) Refer to "PAPER SPECIFICATIONS" Table 1-11 on page 14 Refer to "PAPER SPECIFICATIONS" Table 1-8 on page 14 LM (Left Margin) RM (Right Margin) 13 mm or more TM PL Printable Area BM Figure 1-4. Printable Area for Envelope Table 1-21. EPSON FX-890/2190 Envelope ...
... Continuous Paper Continuous Paper FX-890 FX-2190 PW (Width) PL (Length) Refer to "PAPER SPECIFICATIONS" Table 1-11 on page 14 Refer to "PAPER SPECIFICATIONS" Table 1-8 on page 14 LM (Left Margin) RM (Right Margin) 13 mm or more TM PL Printable Area BM Figure 1-4. Printable Area for Envelope Table 1-21. EPSON FX-890/2190 Envelope ...
Service Manual
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... Figure 1-6. PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS Features 22 EPSON FX-890/2190 Label 1.2mm or more PW TM LM RM PL Printable area BM 6.35mm or more Figure 1-5. Printable Area for Roll Paper Table 1-24. Printable Area for Label Continuous Paper FX-890 FX-2190 PW (Width) PL (Length) Refer to "PAPER SPECIFICATIONS" Table 1-13 on page 15 Refer...
... Figure 1-6. PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS Features 22 EPSON FX-890/2190 Label 1.2mm or more PW TM LM RM PL Printable area BM 6.35mm or more Figure 1-5. Printable Area for Roll Paper Table 1-24. Printable Area for Label Continuous Paper FX-890 FX-2190 PW (Width) PL (Length) Refer to "PAPER SPECIFICATIONS" Table 1-13 on page 15 Refer...
Service Manual
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... line is in a state of view. Not connected. Note : In/Out shows the direction of signal flow from the printer's point of paper-out error. 13 SLCT 28 Out Always at falling edge of error. 36 -SLIN 30 In Not ... channel) (continued) Pin No. PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS Interface 23 EPSON FX-890/2190 1.2 Interface This printer provides bi-directional 8-bit parallel interface, USB interface and Type-B optional interface slot as standard. 1.2.1 Parallel interface (Forward channel) Specifications Transmission mode: 8 bit parallel, IEEE-1284 compatibility...
... line is in a state of view. Not connected. Note : In/Out shows the direction of signal flow from the printer's point of paper-out error. 13 SLCT 28 Out Always at falling edge of error. 36 -SLIN 30 In Not ... channel) (continued) Pin No. PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS Interface 23 EPSON FX-890/2190 1.2 Interface This printer provides bi-directional 8-bit parallel interface, USB interface and Type-B optional interface slot as standard. 1.2.1 Parallel interface (Forward channel) Specifications Transmission mode: 8 bit parallel, IEEE-1284 compatibility...
Service Manual
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... enabled, [00H][4EH] MFG:EPSON; DES:EPSON[SP]FX-2190; MDL:FX-890; CLS:PRINTER; MDL:FX-890; CLS:PRINTER; CLS:PRINTER; CMD:ESCP9,PRPII9,BDC; CLS:PRINTER; MDL:FX-2190; DES:EPSON[SP]FX-890; FX-2190 When IEEE1284.4 is disabled, [00H][4BH] MFG:EPSON; DES:EPSON[SP]FX-2190; MDL:FX-2190; PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS Interface Revision B 25 EPSON FX-890/2190 1.2.2 Parallel interface (Reverse channel) Specifications Transmission mode : IEEE...
... enabled, [00H][4EH] MFG:EPSON; DES:EPSON[SP]FX-2190; MDL:FX-890; CLS:PRINTER; MDL:FX-890; CLS:PRINTER; CLS:PRINTER; CMD:ESCP9,PRPII9,BDC; CLS:PRINTER; MDL:FX-2190; DES:EPSON[SP]FX-890; FX-2190 When IEEE1284.4 is disabled, [00H][4BH] MFG:EPSON; DES:EPSON[SP]FX-2190; MDL:FX-2190; PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS Interface Revision B 25 EPSON FX-890/2190 1.2.2 Parallel interface (Reverse channel) Specifications Transmission mode : IEEE...
Service Manual
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... up to the direction of signal flow from the printer's point of view. Chassis GND. 16, 33 19-30 GND - - Note : In/Out refers to +5 V through 1.0 kΩ resistor. 17 Chassis - - Revision B 1.2.3 USB Interface Specifications Standard: Based on "Universal Serial Bus Specifications Revision 1.1" "Universal Serial Bus Device Class Definition for...-Data Bi-directional Data 3 +Data Bi-directional Data, pull up to +5 V through 3.9 kΩ resistor. 35 +5 V - Signal GND. 15, 34 NC - - Signal name 1 VCC In/Out - EPSON FX-890/2190 Table 1-27.
... up to the direction of signal flow from the printer's point of view. Chassis GND. 16, 33 19-30 GND - - Note : In/Out refers to +5 V through 1.0 kΩ resistor. 17 Chassis - - Revision B 1.2.3 USB Interface Specifications Standard: Based on "Universal Serial Bus Specifications Revision 1.1" "Universal Serial Bus Device Class Definition for...-Data Bi-directional Data 3 +Data Bi-directional Data, pull up to +5 V through 3.9 kΩ resistor. 35 +5 V - Signal GND. 15, 34 NC - - Signal name 1 VCC In/Out - EPSON FX-890/2190 Table 1-27.
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EPSON FX-890/2190 1.2.4 Optional Interface Type-B optional interface cards are available. Table 1-29. FX-890 Reply message ESC/P Main-Type MT9p, PW80c110cpi, PRG(Wxxxxx)rev, AP500ma IBM PPDS MT9p, PW80c110cpi, PRG(Wxxxxx)rev, AP500ma Product-Name FX-890 FX-890 Emulation-Type ESCP9, PRPII9,...PPDS MT9p, PW136c110cpi, PRG(Wxxxxx)rev, AP500ma Product-Name FX-2190 FX-2190 Emulation-Type ESCP9, PRPII9, BDC ESCP9, PRPII9, BDC Entity-Type EPSONFX EPSONPRPII9 Revision B 1.2.5 Type-B Interface communication specification Reply for Optional command (*: Reply for Optional...
EPSON FX-890/2190 1.2.4 Optional Interface Type-B optional interface cards are available. Table 1-29. FX-890 Reply message ESC/P Main-Type MT9p, PW80c110cpi, PRG(Wxxxxx)rev, AP500ma IBM PPDS MT9p, PW80c110cpi, PRG(Wxxxxx)rev, AP500ma Product-Name FX-890 FX-890 Emulation-Type ESCP9, PRPII9,...PPDS MT9p, PW136c110cpi, PRG(Wxxxxx)rev, AP500ma Product-Name FX-2190 FX-2190 Emulation-Type ESCP9, PRPII9, BDC ESCP9, PRPII9, BDC Entity-Type EPSONFX EPSONPRPII9 Revision B 1.2.5 Type-B Interface communication specification Reply for Optional command (*: Reply for Optional...
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Figure 1-17. Revision B FX-2190 Dimensions: Weight: 589 mm (W) x 350mm (D) x 167.5mm (H) * Approximately TBD kg * This measure excludes "the protrusions." Physical Specifications for FX-2190 Figure 1-16. Physical Specifications for FX-890 PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS Dimensions and Weight 37 EPSON FX-890/2190 1.4 Dimensions and Weight Physical specifications FX-890 Dimensions: Weight: Appearance: 414 mm (W) x 350 mm (D) x 167.5 mm (H) * Approximately 7.6 kg See the figures below. * This measure excludes "the protrusions."
Figure 1-17. Revision B FX-2190 Dimensions: Weight: 589 mm (W) x 350mm (D) x 167.5mm (H) * Approximately TBD kg * This measure excludes "the protrusions." Physical Specifications for FX-2190 Figure 1-16. Physical Specifications for FX-890 PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS Dimensions and Weight 37 EPSON FX-890/2190 1.4 Dimensions and Weight Physical specifications FX-890 Dimensions: Weight: Appearance: 414 mm (W) x 350 mm (D) x 167.5 mm (H) * Approximately 7.6 kg See the figures below. * This measure excludes "the protrusions."
Service Manual
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... kg * This measure excludes "the protrusions." Physical Specifications including High capacity cut sheet feeder (Bin 1) for FX-2190 Figure 1-18. Physical Specifications including High capacity cut sheet feeder (Bin 1) for FX-890 PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS Dimensions and Weight 38 EPSON FX-890/2190 Physical specifications including High capacity cut sheet feeder (Bin1) FX-890 Dimensions: Weight: Appearance: 414 mm (W) x 434...
... kg * This measure excludes "the protrusions." Physical Specifications including High capacity cut sheet feeder (Bin 1) for FX-2190 Figure 1-18. Physical Specifications including High capacity cut sheet feeder (Bin 1) for FX-890 PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS Dimensions and Weight 38 EPSON FX-890/2190 Physical specifications including High capacity cut sheet feeder (Bin1) FX-890 Dimensions: Weight: Appearance: 414 mm (W) x 434...
Service Manual
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EPSON FX-890/2190 Physical specifications including Single bin cut sheet feeder (Bin 2) for FX-890 PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS Dimensions and Weight 39 Physical Specifications including Single bin cut sheet feeder (Bin2) FX-890 Dimensions: Weight: Appearance: 414 mm (W) x 445 mm (D) x 386 mm (H) * Approximately 8.2 kg See the figures below. * This measure excludes "the protrusions." Physical Specifications including Single bin cut...
EPSON FX-890/2190 Physical specifications including Single bin cut sheet feeder (Bin 2) for FX-890 PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS Dimensions and Weight 39 Physical Specifications including Single bin cut sheet feeder (Bin2) FX-890 Dimensions: Weight: Appearance: 414 mm (W) x 445 mm (D) x 386 mm (H) * Approximately 8.2 kg See the figures below. * This measure excludes "the protrusions." Physical Specifications including Single bin cut...
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... (Bin1) & Single bin cut sheet feeder (Bin2) FX-890 Dimensions: 414 mm (W) x 564 mm (D) x 408 mm (H) * Weight: Approximately 9.5 kg Appearance: See the figures below. Revision B FX-2190 Dimensions: Weight: 589mm (W) x 564mm (D) x 408mm (H) * Approximately TBD kg * This measure excludes "the protrusions." EPSON FX-890/2190 Physical specifications including High capacity cut sheet feeder (Bin) & Single...
... (Bin1) & Single bin cut sheet feeder (Bin2) FX-890 Dimensions: 414 mm (W) x 564 mm (D) x 408 mm (H) * Weight: Approximately 9.5 kg Appearance: See the figures below. Revision B FX-2190 Dimensions: Weight: 589mm (W) x 564mm (D) x 408mm (H) * Approximately TBD kg * This measure excludes "the protrusions." EPSON FX-890/2190 Physical specifications including High capacity cut sheet feeder (Bin) & Single...