Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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...installing multiple printers-just make the necessary changes in the software utility, and download the settings to the Printer Status Monitor. L Windows 3.51 and NT 4.0 users can add an optional Ethernet card to have access to each printer L EPSON Remote! Utility EPSON Remote! is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson... Corporation. 1/00 Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Start UP Utility Ver. 1.22 Copyright (C) SEIKO EPSON CORP. 1992 Printer: FX-2180 ...
...installing multiple printers-just make the necessary changes in the software utility, and download the settings to the Printer Status Monitor. L Windows 3.51 and NT 4.0 users can add an optional Ethernet card to have access to each printer L EPSON Remote! Utility EPSON Remote! is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson... Corporation. 1/00 Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Start UP Utility Ver. 1.22 Copyright (C) SEIKO EPSON CORP. 1992 Printer: FX-2180 ...
Product Information Guide
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... PAUSE button while you can install the tractor unit in one of the following list (the printers are listed in the order of preference): FX-870 FX-1170 FX-850 FX-1050 EX-800 EX-1000 FX-86e FX-286e FX-80+ FX-l00+ FX-80 FX-100 Epson printer 9-pin printer If you can check which codes...take full advantage of your printer's features, choose your printer is turned off the printer. Tractor position and available paper paths Below are represented by dots. also for wide carriage), IBM Graphics printer, or IBM printer, in that lists one of these printers, contact the software manufacturer to...
... PAUSE button while you can install the tractor unit in one of the following list (the printers are listed in the order of preference): FX-870 FX-1170 FX-850 FX-1050 EX-800 EX-1000 FX-86e FX-286e FX-80+ FX-l00+ FX-80 FX-100 Epson printer 9-pin printer If you can check which codes...take full advantage of your printer's features, choose your printer is turned off the printer. Tractor position and available paper paths Below are represented by dots. also for wide carriage), IBM Graphics printer, or IBM printer, in that lists one of these printers, contact the software manufacturer to...
Product Information Guide
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Also, if you install the tractor units in the front and rear push-tractor positions, you can improve the performance of continuous paper handling by moving the paper-release ...-FX1170 FX-1170 Parts/Price List SPKFX8/1170 FX-870/1170 Self Paced Kit 4001255 FX-870/1170 User's Guide Paper path Pull + rear push Front push rear push + Rear push-tractor I Front push-tractor I 43 I or Rear push-tractor Information Reference List Engineering Change Notices None Product Support Bulletins None Technical Support Bulletins None 9-Pin Printers 10...
Also, if you install the tractor units in the front and rear push-tractor positions, you can improve the performance of continuous paper handling by moving the paper-release ...-FX1170 FX-1170 Parts/Price List SPKFX8/1170 FX-870/1170 Self Paced Kit 4001255 FX-870/1170 User's Guide Paper path Pull + rear push Front push rear push + Rear push-tractor I Front push-tractor I 43 I or Rear push-tractor Information Reference List Engineering Change Notices None Product Support Bulletins None Technical Support Bulletins None 9-Pin Printers 10...
User Manual
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...If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to this equipment will not occur ... and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from digital apparatus as set out in a particular installation. However, there is the responsibility of the user to Part 15 of this device and may cause harmful interference to radio or television ...
...If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to this equipment will not occur ... and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from digital apparatus as set out in a particular installation. However, there is the responsibility of the user to Part 15 of this device and may cause harmful interference to radio or television ...
User Manual
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... surface that may be walked on it , and use your dealer or local power company. . Never place the printer near water or spill any slots or openings in installation unless proper ventilation is a safety feature. Also, do not place the printer in a built-in the cabinet. Follow all of power available, consult your...
... surface that may be walked on it , and use your dealer or local power company. . Never place the printer near water or spill any slots or openings in installation unless proper ventilation is a safety feature. Also, do not place the printer in a built-in the cabinet. Follow all of power available, consult your...
User Manual
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... the following support services through a nationwide network of ribbons, supplies, parts, documentation, and accessories for your nearest Authorized Epson Reseller or Service Center Technical assistance with the installation, configuration, and operation of Epson products Epson technical information library fax service Product literature with technical specifications on our current and new products Sales of authorized...
... the following support services through a nationwide network of ribbons, supplies, parts, documentation, and accessories for your nearest Authorized Epson Reseller or Service Center Technical assistance with the installation, configuration, and operation of Epson products Epson technical information library fax service Product literature with technical specifications on our current and new products Sales of authorized...
User Manual
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...next. If your file, notice the last number printed on the first page. Make sure you choose single sheets. See Chapter 1 for the right printer to identify the printer you are using standard 8.5 x 11-inch paper, set the maximum lines per -page setting. 3. For a standard 8.5 x 11-inch page... your file correctly but then prints too low on the next page, or that is your top and bottom margins to continuous paper. When you install an application program, you normally need to choose. 2. If your application program. Set your maximum lines-per page. This is not 8.5 x ...
...next. If your file, notice the last number printed on the first page. Make sure you choose single sheets. See Chapter 1 for the right printer to identify the printer you are using standard 8.5 x 11-inch paper, set the maximum lines per -page setting. 3. For a standard 8.5 x 11-inch page... your file correctly but then prints too low on the next page, or that is your top and bottom margins to continuous paper. When you install an application program, you normally need to choose. 2. If your application program. Set your maximum lines-per page. This is not 8.5 x ...
User Manual
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Interface Card Optional interface cards are given in your local Epson dealer for the part number in Chapter 4. Front Sheet Guide (C814001 for the standard-width carriage, C814011 for the wide carriage) This front sheet guide ... the standard-width carriage, the optional roll paper holder makes it possible to supplement the printer's built-in option part numbers, represented by an asterisk (*), varies by country. Guidelines for choosing the right interface and instructions on installing the cards are available to use the many types of 8.5-inch wide roll paper...
Interface Card Optional interface cards are given in your local Epson dealer for the part number in Chapter 4. Front Sheet Guide (C814001 for the standard-width carriage, C814011 for the wide carriage) This front sheet guide ... the standard-width carriage, the optional roll paper holder makes it possible to supplement the printer's built-in option part numbers, represented by an asterisk (*), varies by country. Guidelines for choosing the right interface and instructions on installing the cards are available to use the many types of 8.5-inch wide roll paper...
User Manual
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...you expect, see Chapter 6 for setting up , testing, and connecting the printer. Chapter 1 contains information on the operation of your l equipment. There is also a glossary of printer terms and an index. Warnings, Cautions, and Notes I!!!!!!' WARNINGS must be ... to your printer. Be sure to -day operation of your printer. Notes contain important information and useful tips on unpacking, setting up and operating your printer. Chapters 2 and 3 include important information on installing options, general maintenance, specifications, and printer commands. Other...
...you expect, see Chapter 6 for setting up , testing, and connecting the printer. Chapter 1 contains information on the operation of your l equipment. There is also a glossary of printer terms and an index. Warnings, Cautions, and Notes I!!!!!!' WARNINGS must be ... to your printer. Be sure to -day operation of your printer. Notes contain important information and useful tips on unpacking, setting up and operating your printer. Chapters 2 and 3 include important information on installing options, general maintenance, specifications, and printer commands. Other...
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Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Checking the parts 1-2 Removing the protective materials 1 - 3 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-4 Assembling the Printer 1-6 Installing the ribbon cartridge 1-6 Attaching the paper guide 1-9 Testing the Printer 1-10 Plugging in the printer 1-10 Running the self test 1-11 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-14 Configuring Your Software for the Printer 1-15 Choosing from a menu 1-15 Setting Up the Printer l - l
Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Checking the parts 1-2 Removing the protective materials 1 - 3 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-4 Assembling the Printer 1-6 Installing the ribbon cartridge 1-6 Attaching the paper guide 1-9 Testing the Printer 1-10 Plugging in the printer 1-10 Running the self test 1-11 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-14 Configuring Your Software for the Printer 1-15 Choosing from a menu 1-15 Setting Up the Printer l - l
User Manual
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... standard-width carriage 18.4 kg (40 Ibs) for the wide carriage l Never use a stand that the paper has a straight path into the printer. Setting UP the Printer 1-5 l Make sure you install a cut-sheet feeder, keep your printer absolutely level. If you provide enough clearance below the stand and between its legs so that your...
... standard-width carriage 18.4 kg (40 Ibs) for the wide carriage l Never use a stand that the paper has a straight path into the printer. Setting UP the Printer 1-5 l Make sure you install a cut-sheet feeder, keep your printer absolutely level. If you provide enough clearance below the stand and between its legs so that your...
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Grasp the tabs on each side of the printer. 1-6 Setting Up the Printer Press up and off . 3. Slide the print head to lift the front of the unit; Assembling the Printer Installing the ribbon cartridge 1. then pull the paper-tension unit up firmly with your thumbs to the middle of the paper-tension unit as shown below. Make sure the printer is not plugged into an electrical outlet. 2. Lift the printer cover by its back edge and then pull it straight up and off the printer. 4.
Grasp the tabs on each side of the printer. 1-6 Setting Up the Printer Press up and off . 3. Slide the print head to lift the front of the unit; Assembling the Printer Installing the ribbon cartridge 1. then pull the paper-tension unit up firmly with your thumbs to the middle of the paper-tension unit as shown below. Make sure the printer is not plugged into an electrical outlet. 2. Lift the printer cover by its back edge and then pull it straight up and off the printer. 4.
User Manual
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...one of these programs provide an installation or setup section that presents a list of the FX printers on its menu. Setting Up the Printer 1-15 Configuring Your Software for the Printer Most application programs allow you to specify the type of printer you plan to see if ...list (the printers are listed in the order of preference): FX-870 FX-1170 FX-850 FX-1050 FX-800 FX-1000 EX-800 EX-1000 FX-85 FX-105 FX-80+ FX-lOO+ FX-80 FX-100 Epson printer 9-pin printer If you use the IBM printer emulation mode, choose IBM Proprinter (XL), IBM Graphics printer, or IBM printer, in ...
...one of these programs provide an installation or setup section that presents a list of the FX printers on its menu. Setting Up the Printer 1-15 Configuring Your Software for the Printer Most application programs allow you to specify the type of printer you plan to see if ...list (the printers are listed in the order of preference): FX-870 FX-1170 FX-850 FX-1050 FX-800 FX-1000 EX-800 EX-1000 FX-85 FX-105 FX-80+ FX-lOO+ FX-80 FX-100 Epson printer 9-pin printer If you use the IBM printer emulation mode, choose IBM Proprinter (XL), IBM Graphics printer, or IBM printer, in ...
User Manual
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... tractor, or pull tractor. Selecting a Paper Feeding Method Your printer provides four paper paths so you simply set the paper-release lever to select the active paper path in your continuous paper supply. l Install the tractor unit in the appropriate location to load continuous paper from... the position you choose. 2-2 Paper Handling You can even print on using an optional additional tractor unit. The printer automatically loads paper from the front, rear, ...
... tractor, or pull tractor. Selecting a Paper Feeding Method Your printer provides four paper paths so you simply set the paper-release lever to select the active paper path in your continuous paper supply. l Install the tractor unit in the appropriate location to load continuous paper from... the position you choose. 2-2 Paper Handling You can even print on using an optional additional tractor unit. The printer automatically loads paper from the front, rear, ...
User Manual
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...For all single sheets, whether loaded from the front, rear, or bottom. Front push-tractor position For continuous paper with the tractor unit installed in the front. In this case, you can load paper from the top or either of the optional cut-sheet feeders; Paper Handling... 2-3 Rear push-tractor position For continuous paper with the tractor unit installed in the rear. also for loading single sheets from the front with the tractor unit installed on the top. Pull-tractor position For continuous paper with the optional front sheet guide. Selecting...
...For all single sheets, whether loaded from the front, rear, or bottom. Front push-tractor position For continuous paper with the tractor unit installed in the front. In this case, you can load paper from the top or either of the optional cut-sheet feeders; Paper Handling... 2-3 Rear push-tractor position For continuous paper with the tractor unit installed in the rear. also for loading single sheets from the front with the tractor unit installed on the top. Pull-tractor position For continuous paper with the optional front sheet guide. Selecting...
User Manual
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... pushtractor Pull-tractor :. &J . : 43 PULL 2-6 Paper Handling Be sure you set the paper-release lever to the position indicated for a description of each position. Your printer can handle continuous paper up to use. Using Continuous Paper You can load continuous paper through the front, rear, or bottom paper slots, depending upon... the position of the tractor unit and the placement of feeding continuous paper. To print on continuous paper, you can install the tractor unit in one of this chapter for the paperfeed method you print.
... pushtractor Pull-tractor :. &J . : 43 PULL 2-6 Paper Handling Be sure you set the paper-release lever to the position indicated for a description of each position. Your printer can handle continuous paper up to use. Using Continuous Paper You can load continuous paper through the front, rear, or bottom paper slots, depending upon... the position of the tractor unit and the placement of feeding continuous paper. To print on continuous paper, you can install the tractor unit in one of this chapter for the paperfeed method you print.
User Manual
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...you align your paper supply so paper can feed smoothly into the printer's mounting slot as shown below. Changing tractor positions Before installing the tractor in the front push-tractor position 1. Make sure the printer is installed, remove it by pressing the blue lock tabs while you lift it... out of the printer. 3. To remove the tractor unit, press the tractor's lock ...
...you align your paper supply so paper can feed smoothly into the printer's mounting slot as shown below. Changing tractor positions Before installing the tractor in the front push-tractor position 1. Make sure the printer is installed, remove it by pressing the blue lock tabs while you lift it... out of the printer. 3. To remove the tractor unit, press the tractor's lock ...
User Manual
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... slots. Lift the paper guide up and off the printer. 3. While pressing in the rear push-tractor position 1. Press on the paper-tension unit, grasp both ends to install the pull tractor. 1. Lift the printer cover up and off the printer. 3. Installing the pull tractor You can also use the tractor unit as... a pull tractor. To do this, remove the paper-tension unit and install the tractor unit in safe place. 2-8 Paper Handling Make sure the power is turned off the printer. To remove the tractor unit, press the tractor's lock tabs, tilt the unit, and lift ...
... slots. Lift the paper guide up and off the printer. 3. While pressing in the rear push-tractor position 1. Press on the paper-tension unit, grasp both ends to install the pull tractor. 1. Lift the printer cover up and off the printer. 3. Installing the pull tractor You can also use the tractor unit as... a pull tractor. To do this, remove the paper-tension unit and install the tractor unit in safe place. 2-8 Paper Handling Make sure the power is turned off the printer. To remove the tractor unit, press the tractor's lock tabs, tilt the unit, and lift ...
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To remove the tractor unit, press the tractor's lock tabs, tilt the unit toward you where to install the tractor. See page 2-16 for instructions on each side of the mounting slots shows you , and lift it back in the direction of the arrow in the illustration. Using Continuous Paper 4. Then push it off the printer. An arrow on loading paper with the pull tractor. Lower it straight down into the slots as shown. Then replace the paper-tension unit. Paper Handling 2-9
To remove the tractor unit, press the tractor's lock tabs, tilt the unit toward you where to install the tractor. See page 2-16 for instructions on each side of the mounting slots shows you , and lift it back in the direction of the arrow in the illustration. Using Continuous Paper 4. Then push it off the printer. An arrow on loading paper with the pull tractor. Lower it straight down into the slots as shown. Then replace the paper-tension unit. Paper Handling 2-9
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Remove the printer cover and paper guide. 2. Attach the paper guide in the pull-tractor position. 6. Then slide the edge guides to the pull-tractor position. 3. Make sure ... the sprocket locks forward. 2-16 Paper Handling Insert the paper into the desired paper slot until it emerges between the platen and the ribbon guide. 4. Install the pull tractor in the flat position. Make sure your paper has a clean, straight edge. Using Continuous Paper Loading paper with the pull tractor 1. Make...
Remove the printer cover and paper guide. 2. Attach the paper guide in the pull-tractor position. 6. Then slide the edge guides to the pull-tractor position. 3. Make sure ... the sprocket locks forward. 2-16 Paper Handling Insert the paper into the desired paper slot until it emerges between the platen and the ribbon guide. 4. Install the pull tractor in the flat position. Make sure your paper has a clean, straight edge. Using Continuous Paper Loading paper with the pull tractor 1. Make...