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... paper-tension unit \ ribbon cartridge shief Note: The power cord is attached. .& inlet Printer Specifications Printing Printing method: Printing speed: 9-pin impact dot matrix Type of letters High-speed draft Draft pica Draft elite Condensed draft pica Emphasized draft pica NLQ... Epson Roman, or Epson Sans Serif in normal or condensed mode. You can also select other font/pitch combinations using E!X/P commands. Printing direction: Bidirectional logicseeking for text Unidirectional for the printing speed in "[ ]". pnper guide printer cover c?d@ &k?S release her FX-870/1170...
... paper-tension unit \ ribbon cartridge shief Note: The power cord is attached. .& inlet Printer Specifications Printing Printing method: Printing speed: 9-pin impact dot matrix Type of letters High-speed draft Draft pica Draft elite Condensed draft pica Emphasized draft pica NLQ... Epson Roman, or Epson Sans Serif in normal or condensed mode. You can also select other font/pitch combinations using E!X/P commands. Printing direction: Bidirectional logicseeking for text Unidirectional for the printing speed in "[ ]". pnper guide printer cover c?d@ &k?S release her FX-870/1170...
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...AC 103.5 to supplement your printer. ~ Option Specifications Cut-sheet feeders Dimensions and weight: Dimensions include the printer. 9-Pin Printers 10/13/92 FX-870/1170-3 FCC part 15 subpart B class B Interface Specifications Your printer is equipped with D3 CSA22.2 No. 220 R.F.I. The Epson interfaces below are compatible with...interface cards to 132 V Rated current: 1.8 A Power consumption: (during self-test printing in draft mode at 14 dots/character: 3 million characters MTBF: Standard: 4000 power-on hours Wide: 6000 power-on hours Print head life: 100 million characters...
...AC 103.5 to supplement your printer. ~ Option Specifications Cut-sheet feeders Dimensions and weight: Dimensions include the printer. 9-Pin Printers 10/13/92 FX-870/1170-3 FCC part 15 subpart B class B Interface Specifications Your printer is equipped with D3 CSA22.2 No. 220 R.F.I. The Epson interfaces below are compatible with...interface cards to 132 V Rated current: 1.8 A Power consumption: (during self-test printing in draft mode at 14 dots/character: 3 million characters MTBF: Standard: 4000 power-on hours Wide: 6000 power-on hours Print head life: 100 million characters...
Product Support Bulletin(s)
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... to 240 x 216 DPI bit-image graphics - They are the FX-870 and FX-1170 printers? What are a direct replacement for the popular FX-850/1050 printers. Front feed - Up to the Epson printer line? Quiet operation, only 55 dB(A) - The FX-870/1170 printers are narrow and wide carriage Q-pin printers specifically designed to -use four button control panel - Listed below . Roman...
... to 240 x 216 DPI bit-image graphics - They are the FX-870 and FX-1170 printers? What are a direct replacement for the popular FX-850/1050 printers. Front feed - Up to the Epson printer line? Quiet operation, only 55 dB(A) - The FX-870/1170 printers are narrow and wide carriage Q-pin printers specifically designed to -use four button control panel - Listed below . Roman...
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...CSF available for the printer printing (not idle) two (2) hours per day based on an eight (8) hour day at 22 days per month. A. The FX-870/1170's specification for recommended duty-cycle is the FX-870/1170's specification for recommended duty-cycle...FX-870/1170 printers? What is 25%. What are purchased, they scalable? Q. PSB No: P-0090A Page: 6 of the FX-870/1170 optional cut -sheet feeders are listed below. What resident (built-in) fonts come standard with the FX-870/1170 printers, and are Draft, Roman, and Sans Serif. A. A. Q. The FX-870/1170 printers do not support Epson...
...CSF available for the printer printing (not idle) two (2) hours per day based on an eight (8) hour day at 22 days per month. A. The FX-870/1170's specification for recommended duty-cycle is the FX-870/1170's specification for recommended duty-cycle...FX-870/1170 printers? What is 25%. What are purchased, they scalable? Q. PSB No: P-0090A Page: 6 of the FX-870/1170 optional cut -sheet feeders are listed below. What resident (built-in) fonts come standard with the FX-870/1170 printers, and are Draft, Roman, and Sans Serif. A. A. Q. The FX-870/1170 printers do not support Epson...
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... paper. Model AP-2250 l LX-810 FX-870/1170 DFX-5000 (Front Tractor) (Rear Tractor) DFX-8000 (Front Tractor) (Rear Tractor) 9-PIN PRINTERS Orig. + Maximum No. Product Support Bulletin EPSON Subject: Quick Reference for 9/24 Pin Printer Paper Specifications Date: 10/9/92 Page(s): 1 of ...: SLS This PSB provides a quick reference for the paper specifications on Epson's current line of copies when using continuous paper. The 'Maximum Total Thickness" is the maximum allowable number of 9-pin and 24-pin dot-matrix printers when using continuous multi-part carbonless paper. Total of Copies ...
... paper. Model AP-2250 l LX-810 FX-870/1170 DFX-5000 (Front Tractor) (Rear Tractor) DFX-8000 (Front Tractor) (Rear Tractor) 9-PIN PRINTERS Orig. + Maximum No. Product Support Bulletin EPSON Subject: Quick Reference for 9/24 Pin Printer Paper Specifications Date: 10/9/92 Page(s): 1 of ...: SLS This PSB provides a quick reference for the paper specifications on Epson's current line of copies when using continuous paper. The 'Maximum Total Thickness" is the maximum allowable number of 9-pin and 24-pin dot-matrix printers when using continuous multi-part carbonless paper. Total of Copies ...
User Manual
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l Never push objects of any kind into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord's ampere rating. l Except as specifically explained in the user's manual, do not attempt to dangerous voltage points or other controls may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts ...extension cord, make sure that the total of all servicing in a risk of other risks. Adjust only those compartments to service personnel. l Unplug the printer from the wall outlet and have it repaired by a qualified service person under the following conditions: When the power cord or plug is damaged or...
l Never push objects of any kind into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord's ampere rating. l Except as specifically explained in the user's manual, do not attempt to dangerous voltage points or other controls may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts ...extension cord, make sure that the total of all servicing in a risk of other risks. Adjust only those compartments to service personnel. l Unplug the printer from the wall outlet and have it repaired by a qualified service person under the following conditions: When the power cord or plug is damaged or...
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... local customer support and service through the Epson Consumer Resource Center at (800) 922-8911: Assistance in locating 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...
... local customer support and service through the Epson Consumer Resource Center at (800) 922-8911: Assistance in locating 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...
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...impractical, to any malfunction of Goods Act, 1979. This guarantee covers the cost of both the parts and labour required to correct any Epson supplier who also handles the same product. This guarantee does not affect the seller's legal obligation or the rights of the consumer in ...their judgement, a satisfactory performance of any Statute, including Sections 12 to 15 of the Sales of the equipment, but specifically excludes: wear and tear, consumables, physical damage due to incorrect use or misuse and damage or faulty operation due to unauthorized and inexpert repair...
...impractical, to any malfunction of Goods Act, 1979. This guarantee covers the cost of both the parts and labour required to correct any Epson supplier who also handles the same product. This guarantee does not affect the seller's legal obligation or the rights of the consumer in ...their judgement, a satisfactory performance of any Statute, including Sections 12 to 15 of the Sales of the equipment, but specifically excludes: wear and tear, consumables, physical damage due to incorrect use or misuse and damage or faulty operation due to unauthorized and inexpert repair...
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Product guarantee may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in conditions outside the specifications or if the product has been subjected to unapproved modifications. Safety information Warning: This appliance must be liable against any damages or ...problems arising from the use in adverse environment or in your plug, proceed as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Epson (UK) Limited. Refer to rating plate for any consequential loss or damage, nor claimed or implied performance, when the product ...
Product guarantee may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in conditions outside the specifications or if the product has been subjected to unapproved modifications. Safety information Warning: This appliance must be liable against any damages or ...problems arising from the use in adverse environment or in your plug, proceed as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Epson (UK) Limited. Refer to rating plate for any consequential loss or damage, nor claimed or implied performance, when the product ...
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... 4-16 Interface Cards 4-22 Front Sheet Guide 4-25 Chapter 5 Maintenance and Transportation 5-1 Cleaning the Printer 5-2 Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge 5 - 4 Transporting the Printer 5-4 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting 6-1 Problems and Solutions 6-2 Power Supply 6-3 Printing 6-4 Paper Handling 6-8 Options 6-11 Chapter 7 Technical Specifications 7-1 Printer Specifications 7-2 Interface Specifications 7-11 Option Specifications 7-15 Initialization 7-18 Chapter 8 Command Summary 8-1 Using the Command Summary 8 - 2 ESC / P Commands Arranged...
... 4-16 Interface Cards 4-22 Front Sheet Guide 4-25 Chapter 5 Maintenance and Transportation 5-1 Cleaning the Printer 5-2 Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge 5 - 4 Transporting the Printer 5-4 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting 6-1 Problems and Solutions 6-2 Power Supply 6-3 Printing 6-4 Paper Handling 6-8 Options 6-11 Chapter 7 Technical Specifications 7-1 Printer Specifications 7-2 Interface Specifications 7-11 Option Specifications 7-15 Initialization 7-18 Chapter 8 Command Summary 8-1 Using the Command Summary 8 - 2 ESC / P Commands Arranged...
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... damage to read this chapter first. Chapter 1 contains information on paper handling and day-to-day operation of your printer. Notes contain important information and useful tips on installing options, general maintenance, specifications, and printer commands. Chapter 6 contains troubleshooting information. Warnings, Cautions, and Notes I!!!!!!' There is also a glossary of your l equipment. Be sure...
... damage to read this chapter first. Chapter 1 contains information on paper handling and day-to-day operation of your printer. Notes contain important information and useful tips on installing options, general maintenance, specifications, and printer commands. Chapter 6 contains troubleshooting information. Warnings, Cautions, and Notes I!!!!!!' There is also a glossary of your l equipment. Be sure...
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... (including the original). Note: Print speed is reduced for the paper-thickness setting, you set the paper-thickness lever to 5 * See Chapter 7 for complete paper specifications. For details, see the sections on Special Paper Use the following table to set the paper-thickness lever to the proper position based on the...
... (including the original). Note: Print speed is reduced for the paper-thickness setting, you set the paper-thickness lever to 5 * See Chapter 7 for complete paper specifications. For details, see the sections on Special Paper Use the following table to set the paper-thickness lever to the proper position based on the...
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...software commands. When the printer again receives data, it automatically feeds the paper backward to Depends on interface. See Tear Off later in this feature is invalid, you complete a print job. Auto line feed When this chapter for specific characters in these character tables.... Character table Character tables contain the characters and symbols used in the Group 2 default-setting mode. See Chapter 8. See the Appendix for details. Using the Printer 3-7 When the auto tear off is ...
...software commands. When the printer again receives data, it automatically feeds the paper backward to Depends on interface. See Tear Off later in this feature is invalid, you complete a print job. Auto line feed When this chapter for specific characters in these character tables.... Character table Character tables contain the characters and symbols used in the Group 2 default-setting mode. See Chapter 8. See the Appendix for details. Using the Printer 3-7 When the auto tear off is ...
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... a strange noise, beeps several times, and stops abruptly. If the printer still does not print correctly, contact your interface cable meets both ends of the computer or printer. Check both the printer and computer specifications. See the section on , disconnect the printer cable. l The READY light blinks. See Chapter 2. If the READY light still does...
... a strange noise, beeps several times, and stops abruptly. If the printer still does not print correctly, contact your interface cable meets both ends of the computer or printer. Check both the printer and computer specifications. See the section on , disconnect the printer cable. l The READY light blinks. See Chapter 2. If the READY light still does...
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... sure that the sprocket units on the computer and printer match. 6-12 Troubleshooting Check the specifications to use an interface or interface cable with this printer. l The paper feed is not what you use an optional interface, the printer does not operate properly. When you expect. You... may not match. The computer and printer interface settings may be...
... sure that the sprocket units on the computer and printer match. 6-12 Troubleshooting Check the specifications to use an interface or interface cable with this printer. l The paper feed is not what you use an optional interface, the printer does not operate properly. When you expect. You... may not match. The computer and printer interface settings may be...
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Chapter 7 Technical Specifications Printer Specifications 7-2 Printing 7 - 2 Paper 7-3 Mechanical 7-8 Electrical 7-9 Environmental 7-10 Interface Specifications 7-11 Specifications and pin assignments 7-11 Interface timing 7-14 Option Specifications 7-15 Cut-sheet feeders 7-15 Front sheet guide 7-17 Initialization 7-18 Default settings 7-18 Technical Specifications 7-1
Chapter 7 Technical Specifications Printer Specifications 7-2 Printing 7 - 2 Paper 7-3 Mechanical 7-8 Electrical 7-9 Environmental 7-10 Interface Specifications 7-11 Specifications and pin assignments 7-11 Interface timing 7-14 Option Specifications 7-15 Cut-sheet feeders 7-15 Front sheet guide 7-17 Initialization 7-18 Default settings 7-18 Technical Specifications 7-1
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Printer Specifications Printing Printing method: Printing speed: Quality High-speed draft Draft Near letter quality 9-pin impact dot matrix Characters/inch IO 10 12 10 12 Characters/second/line 380 285 342 57 68 Printing direction: Bidirectional logic-seeking for text Unidirectional for graphics ... l/6-inch line spacing Tractor: 77 ms/line at l/6-inch line spacing Continuous feed: 3.7 inches per second Buffer: 24KBorOKB (Selectable in the default-setting mode) 7-2 Technical Specifications
Printer Specifications Printing Printing method: Printing speed: Quality High-speed draft Draft Near letter quality 9-pin impact dot matrix Characters/inch IO 10 12 10 12 Characters/second/line 380 285 342 57 68 Printing direction: Bidirectional logic-seeking for text Unidirectional for graphics ... l/6-inch line spacing Tractor: 77 ms/line at l/6-inch line spacing Continuous feed: 3.7 inches per second Buffer: 24KBorOKB (Selectable in the default-setting mode) 7-2 Technical Specifications
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... 90 g/m2 (14 to 24 lb) l See page 7-17 for details. You can also select other font/pitch combinations using ESC/P commands. Printer Specifications Printable columns: Character size IO cpi 12 cpi 17 cpi (10 cpi condensed) 20 cpi (12 cpi condensed) Maximum printed characters Standard Wide 80... 136 96 163 137 233 160 272 Character fonts: Draft, Epson Roman, or Epson Sans Serif in Chapter 8 for front insertion with the optional front sheet guide. See the command summary in normal or condensed mode....
... 90 g/m2 (14 to 24 lb) l See page 7-17 for details. You can also select other font/pitch combinations using ESC/P commands. Printer Specifications Printable columns: Character size IO cpi 12 cpi 17 cpi (10 cpi condensed) 20 cpi (12 cpi condensed) Maximum printed characters Standard Wide 80... 136 96 163 137 233 160 272 Character fonts: Draft, Epson Roman, or Epson Sans Serif in Chapter 8 for front insertion with the optional front sheet guide. See the command summary in normal or condensed mode....
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...-sheet multi-part forms: l Load single-sheet multi-part forms only into the front slot with this printer. Note : You can use a higher grade of paper. 7-4 Technical Specifications l Use carbonless multi-part forms only. See 7-17 for one sheet 40 to 58.2 g/m2 (12 to 15 lb) per sheet in ribbon consumption...
...-sheet multi-part forms: l Load single-sheet multi-part forms only into the front slot with this printer. Note : You can use a higher grade of paper. 7-4 Technical Specifications l Use carbonless multi-part forms only. See 7-17 for one sheet 40 to 58.2 g/m2 (12 to 15 lb) per sheet in ribbon consumption...
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Printer Specifications Labels: Size 63.5 x 23.8 mm (2.5 x 0.93 inches) 101 x 23.8 mm (4 x 0.93 inches) 101 x 27 mm (4 x 1.06 inches) Thickness 0.07 to 0.09 mm (0.0028 to 0.0031 inches) for backing sheet 0.16 to 0.19 mm (0.0063 to 22 lb) Technical Specifications 7-5 Roll paper: Size Thickness Weight 216+3 mm (8.5f0.12 inches) 0.07 to 0.09...
Printer Specifications Labels: Size 63.5 x 23.8 mm (2.5 x 0.93 inches) 101 x 23.8 mm (4 x 0.93 inches) 101 x 27 mm (4 x 1.06 inches) Thickness 0.07 to 0.09 mm (0.0028 to 0.0031 inches) for backing sheet 0.16 to 0.19 mm (0.0063 to 22 lb) Technical Specifications 7-5 Roll paper: Size Thickness Weight 216+3 mm (8.5f0.12 inches) 0.07 to 0.09...