Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... fastest print speeds Print from High Speed Draft up Reliability M Ribbon quality M Ribbon cartridge reliability M Total Print Volume vs. L LL L Nine-pin impact printers - An impact printer has several advantages over any other type of printing. EPSON impact printers are either 9- These printers have paper loaded and waiting. Reliability - only impact printers can handle multi-part forms and multiple paper paths that...
... fastest print speeds Print from High Speed Draft up Reliability M Ribbon quality M Ribbon cartridge reliability M Total Print Volume vs. L LL L Nine-pin impact printers - An impact printer has several advantages over any other type of printing. EPSON impact printers are either 9- These printers have paper loaded and waiting. Reliability - only impact printers can handle multi-part forms and multiple paper paths that...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... does not have the extra weight of the ribbon, the printer can be larger, since it doesn't have to both sides of the ribbon Ensures sharp printed edges Reduces fraying which gives the printer greater overall reliability. L EPSON brand ribbons are superior to every sale 5 Reliability-Ribbon cartridge reliability Most EPSON impact printers use and extreme temperature changes L L Easy to...
... does not have the extra weight of the ribbon, the printer can be larger, since it doesn't have to both sides of the ribbon Ensures sharp printed edges Reduces fraying which gives the printer greater overall reliability. L EPSON brand ribbons are superior to every sale 5 Reliability-Ribbon cartridge reliability Most EPSON impact printers use and extreme temperature changes L L Easy to...
Product Information Guide
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... line; 3.3 inches/second with continuous feed. Dot Matrix Printers 10/2/94 EPSON LQ-300-1 Paper feed speed 80 ms per sheet in multi-part forms a Use only two- EPSON LQ-300 n----7 paper supports sw/ itch amsuifo 0 Couriers 0 Printer Specifications Printing Print method: Print speed: 24-pin impact dot matrix I 12 I 240 J is 300 Le4terQuatity 10 67 12 60 1 I 15 I 100...
... line; 3.3 inches/second with continuous feed. Dot Matrix Printers 10/2/94 EPSON LQ-300-1 Paper feed speed 80 ms per sheet in multi-part forms a Use only two- EPSON LQ-300 n----7 paper supports sw/ itch amsuifo 0 Couriers 0 Printer Specifications Printing Print method: Print speed: 24-pin impact dot matrix I 12 I 240 J is 300 Le4terQuatity 10 67 12 60 1 I 15 I 100...
Product Information Guide
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...A B B A TheminimumtopandbottommPrginsaboveandbekwthepertoration~ 9.0 mn (0.35 inch). The maximum printaWe wklth is 9.0 mm (0.35 inch). Mechanical Paper-feed methods: Ribbon: Friction Push tractor Pull tractor Push-pull tractor (with optional pull tractor unit C800301) . EPSON LQ-300 Note: Use recycled paper under normal temperature and humidity conditions. P Use labels only under normal temperatureand humidity conditions... 60.5 Hz frequency range Ratedcurrent 1.1 A Power Approx. 30 W (during self-test printing in consumption Draft mode at 10 cpi) 10/2/94 Dot Matrix Printers
...A B B A TheminimumtopandbottommPrginsaboveandbekwthepertoration~ 9.0 mn (0.35 inch). The maximum printaWe wklth is 9.0 mm (0.35 inch). Mechanical Paper-feed methods: Ribbon: Friction Push tractor Pull tractor Push-pull tractor (with optional pull tractor unit C800301) . EPSON LQ-300 Note: Use recycled paper under normal temperature and humidity conditions. P Use labels only under normal temperatureand humidity conditions... 60.5 Hz frequency range Ratedcurrent 1.1 A Power Approx. 30 W (during self-test printing in consumption Draft mode at 10 cpi) 10/2/94 Dot Matrix Printers
Product Information Guide
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... (selectable) Connector: ETA standard, 25pin, D-SUB, female COMector Serial pin assignments The following characteristics. Dot Matrix Printers 10/2/94 EPSON LQ-300-3 Parallel interface specifications The parallel interface has the following characteristics. out out p-w= 1 RbwsdmsaisQound Rbkh8ahnmnimdawidd Rbbrhesraoeimd~d kw* ...ompatible parallel interface. The control panel lights show the printer's status and the current font. out In out - Environmental Temperature: Operation: 5 to 35OC (41 to 95°F) Operation (film ribbon): 15 to 35OC (59 to 95OF) Operation ...
... (selectable) Connector: ETA standard, 25pin, D-SUB, female COMector Serial pin assignments The following characteristics. Dot Matrix Printers 10/2/94 EPSON LQ-300-3 Parallel interface specifications The parallel interface has the following characteristics. out out p-w= 1 RbwsdmsaisQound Rbkh8ahnmnimdawidd Rbbrhesraoeimd~d kw* ...ompatible parallel interface. The control panel lights show the printer's status and the current font. out In out - Environmental Temperature: Operation: 5 to 35OC (41 to 95°F) Operation (film ribbon): 15 to 35OC (59 to 95OF) Operation ...
Product Information Guide
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... position+ then pull it up to help feed the ribbon into place; Turn the ribbon-tightening knob to remove it. Use a pointed object, such as shown; You can damage the printer. Dot Matrix Printers 10/2/94 EPSON LQ-300-7 Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in self test function demonstrates that the printer is easier toinstall. 6. To remove the old...
... position+ then pull it up to help feed the ribbon into place; Turn the ribbon-tightening knob to remove it. Use a pointed object, such as shown; You can damage the printer. Dot Matrix Printers 10/2/94 EPSON LQ-300-7 Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in self test function demonstrates that the printer is easier toinstall. 6. To remove the old...
Product Information Guide
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...from the cartridge and then slide the movable ribbon guide on the color ribbon to the center of the printer until it in the right hand corner of the printer, with the knob. Slide the print head to adjust the loading position. EPSON LQ-300 7. Make sure your paper has a ...clean, straight leading edge. Open the sprocket covers. Fit the first holes of the printer. n Installing the Color Upgrade Kit The optional Color Upgrade Kit (C832111) includes a color ribbon cartridge and a motor unit. Then...
...from the cartridge and then slide the movable ribbon guide on the color ribbon to the center of the printer until it in the right hand corner of the printer, with the knob. Slide the print head to adjust the loading position. EPSON LQ-300 7. Make sure your paper has a ...clean, straight leading edge. Open the sprocket covers. Fit the first holes of the printer. n Installing the Color Upgrade Kit The optional Color Upgrade Kit (C832111) includes a color ribbon cartridge and a motor unit. Then...
Product Information Guide
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... None Technical Information Bulletins None Related Documentation TM-LQ300 EPSON LQ-300 Service Manual PL-LQ300 EPSON LQ-300 Parts Price List 4003131 EPSON LQ-*300 User's Guide Dot Matrix Printers 10/2/94 EPSON LQ-300-13 To switch to the black ribbon, remove the color ribbon and then install the black ribbon To remove the color ribbon, press down on he motor unit and pull out...
... None Technical Information Bulletins None Related Documentation TM-LQ300 EPSON LQ-300 Service Manual PL-LQ300 EPSON LQ-300 Parts Price List 4003131 EPSON LQ-*300 User's Guide Dot Matrix Printers 10/2/94 EPSON LQ-300-13 To switch to the black ribbon, remove the color ribbon and then install the black ribbon To remove the color ribbon, press down on he motor unit and pull out...
User Manual
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... Technical assistance with the installation, configuration, and operation of EPSON products Sales of the ESC/P® Reference Manual Epson technical information library fax service Product literature withtechnical specifications on our current and new products Sales of ribbons, supplies, parts, documentation, and accessories for your EPSON product Customer Relations CompuServe@ on-line support The fastest...
... Technical assistance with the installation, configuration, and operation of EPSON products Sales of the ESC/P® Reference Manual Epson technical information library fax service Product literature withtechnical specifications on our current and new products Sales of ribbons, supplies, parts, documentation, and accessories for your EPSON product Customer Relations CompuServe@ on-line support The fastest...
User Manual
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... 2 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes 3 Important Safety Instructions 4 Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-3 Assembling the Printer 1-4 Installing the knob 1-4 Attaching the paper supports 1-5 Installing the ribbon cartridge 1-6 Plugging in the printer 1-9 Running the Self Test 1-10 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-13 Connecting to the parallel interface 1-14 Connecting...
... 2 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes 3 Important Safety Instructions 4 Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-3 Assembling the Printer 1-4 Installing the knob 1-4 Attaching the paper supports 1-5 Installing the ribbon cartridge 1-6 Plugging in the printer 1-9 Running the Self Test 1-10 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-13 Connecting to the parallel interface 1-14 Connecting...
User Manual
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You'll notice the benefit of paper automatically. Compact design. You can be used with a color ribbon cartridge. Two built-in your home or office. Pull Tractor Unit (CS0030*) for printing continuous paper and multi-part forms (used as either a pull tractor ...-bin Cut-Sheet Feeder (C80637*) loads up to 50 sheets of quiet printing in interfaces: parallel and EIA-232D serial. Quiet operation. Introduction Features Your EPSON® 24-pin dot matrix printer offers these outstanding features: High-speed printing.
You'll notice the benefit of paper automatically. Compact design. You can be used with a color ribbon cartridge. Two built-in your home or office. Pull Tractor Unit (CS0030*) for printing continuous paper and multi-part forms (used as either a pull tractor ...-bin Cut-Sheet Feeder (C80637*) loads up to 50 sheets of quiet printing in interfaces: parallel and EIA-232D serial. Quiet operation. Introduction Features Your EPSON® 24-pin dot matrix printer offers these outstanding features: High-speed printing.
User Manual
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Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-3 Assembling the Printer 1-4 Installing the knob 1-4 Attaching the paper supports 1-5 Installing the ribbon cartridge 1-6 Plugging in the printer 1-9 Running the Self Test 1-10 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-13 Connecting to the parallel interface 1-14 Connecting to the serial interface 1-15 Setting Up Your Software 1-16 Microsoft Windows 3.1 and all Windows programs . . . . 1-17 Using non-Windows software 1-18 Setting Up the Printer 1-1
Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-3 Assembling the Printer 1-4 Installing the knob 1-4 Attaching the paper supports 1-5 Installing the ribbon cartridge 1-6 Plugging in the printer 1-9 Running the Self Test 1-10 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-13 Connecting to the parallel interface 1-14 Connecting to the serial interface 1-15 Setting Up Your Software 1-16 Microsoft Windows 3.1 and all Windows programs . . . . 1-17 Using non-Windows software 1-18 Setting Up the Printer 1-1
User Manual
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Installing the ribbon cartridge Before installing the ribbon cartridge, make sure the printer is turned on; Also, if you have just used the printer, let the print head cool for a few minutes before you touch it . this can damage the printer. Warning: Never move the print head while the printer is turned off. 1. Open the printer cover to the upright position, then pull it up to remove it . 1-6 Setting Up the Printer
Installing the ribbon cartridge Before installing the ribbon cartridge, make sure the printer is turned on; Also, if you have just used the printer, let the print head cool for a few minutes before you touch it . this can damage the printer. Warning: Never move the print head while the printer is turned off. 1. Open the printer cover to the upright position, then pull it up to remove it . 1-6 Setting Up the Printer
User Manual
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Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the printer. 3. Slide the print head to the middle of the arrow to remove any slack from the ribbon so it is easier to install. Setting Up the Printer 1-7 2.
Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the printer. 3. Slide the print head to the middle of the arrow to remove any slack from the ribbon so it is easier to install. Setting Up the Printer 1-7 2.
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4. Turn the ribbon-tightening knob to guide the ribbon between the print head and ribbon guide. Reinstall and close the printer cover. 1-8 Setting Up the Printer Insert the ribbon cartridge into place; then press both sides of the cartridge down firmly to make sure it should not be twisted or creased. 6. it moves smoothly. 7. Slide the print head from side to side to fit the plastic hooks into the printer slots. 5. Use a pointed object, such as a ball point pen, to help feed the ribbon into the printer as shown;
4. Turn the ribbon-tightening knob to guide the ribbon between the print head and ribbon guide. Reinstall and close the printer cover. 1-8 Setting Up the Printer Insert the ribbon cartridge into place; then press both sides of the cartridge down firmly to make sure it should not be twisted or creased. 6. it moves smoothly. 7. Slide the print head from side to side to fit the plastic hooks into the printer slots. 5. Use a pointed object, such as a ball point pen, to help feed the ribbon into the printer as shown;
User Manual
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...dealer for assistance. If the power cord is turned off when the O side of the printer. It is off . Setting Up the Printer 1-9 Then grasp the ribbon cartridge handle on the printer is not attached to the printer, connect it out of the switch is pressed down. 2. Plug the power cord into ...Plugging in the power cord. 3. To remove the old ribbon cartridge, first move the print head to the AC inlet on the bottom of the printer to replace the ribbon cartridge. Do not plug in the printer 1. Check the label on the printer. 4. When your printing becomes faint, you need to ...
...dealer for assistance. If the power cord is turned off when the O side of the printer. It is off . Setting Up the Printer 1-9 Then grasp the ribbon cartridge handle on the printer is not attached to the printer, connect it out of the switch is pressed down. 2. Plug the power cord into ...Plugging in the power cord. 3. To remove the old ribbon cartridge, first move the print head to the AC inlet on the bottom of the printer to replace the ribbon cartridge. Do not plug in the printer 1. Check the label on the printer. 4. When your printing becomes faint, you need to ...
User Manual
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Push it down firmly to install the kit: 1. Turn off the printer and remove the printer cover. Install the motor unit in the right hand corner of the printer, with the gear facing the center of the printer. If the original ribbon cartridge is installed, remove it out as shown. 2. Using the Printer 2-35 Here's how to fit the metal pins into the slots. Then slide the connector cover on the printer and pull it . Color Upgrade Kit The optional Color Upgrade Kit (C83211*) includes a color ribbon cartridge and a motor unit.
Push it down firmly to install the kit: 1. Turn off the printer and remove the printer cover. Install the motor unit in the right hand corner of the printer, with the gear facing the center of the printer. If the original ribbon cartridge is installed, remove it out as shown. 2. Using the Printer 2-35 Here's how to fit the metal pins into the slots. Then slide the connector cover on the printer and pull it . Color Upgrade Kit The optional Color Upgrade Kit (C83211*) includes a color ribbon cartridge and a motor unit.
User Manual
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Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the cartridge. 5. Insert the motor unit plug into the connector on the color ribbon to the center of the arrow to the middle of the printer. Remove the retaining tape from the cartridge and then slide the movable ribbon guide on the printer. 4. 3. Slide the print head to remove any slack in the ribbon. 2-36 Using the Printer
Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the cartridge. 5. Insert the motor unit plug into the connector on the color ribbon to the center of the arrow to the middle of the printer. Remove the retaining tape from the cartridge and then slide the movable ribbon guide on the printer. 4. 3. Slide the print head to remove any slack in the ribbon. 2-36 Using the Printer
User Manual
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Turn the ribbon-tightening knob to fit the plastic hooks into place; it should not be twisted or creased. 8. Using the Printer 2-37 6. then press both sides of the cartridge firmly to help feed the ribbon into the printer slots. 7. Replace the printer cover. After you install the color ribbon cartridge, run the self test as shown; Insert the ribbon cartridge into the printer as shown on page 1-10.
Turn the ribbon-tightening knob to fit the plastic hooks into place; it should not be twisted or creased. 8. Using the Printer 2-37 6. then press both sides of the cartridge firmly to help feed the ribbon into the printer slots. 7. Replace the printer cover. After you install the color ribbon cartridge, run the self test as shown; Insert the ribbon cartridge into the printer as shown on page 1-10.
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See page 3-12 for details. To remove the color ribbon, press down on the motor unit and pull out the cartridge as shown on page 1-6. You do not have to the black ribbon, remove the color ribbon and then install the black ribbon as shown below. Note: When your print using the color ribbon, print speed my be reduced. To switch to remove the motor unit. 2-38 Using the Printer If the top or bottom edge of the characters in the self test are a different color from the rest, adjust the ribbon angle with the color ribbon adjustment lever.
See page 3-12 for details. To remove the color ribbon, press down on the motor unit and pull out the cartridge as shown on page 1-6. You do not have to the black ribbon, remove the color ribbon and then install the black ribbon as shown below. Note: When your print using the color ribbon, print speed my be reduced. To switch to remove the motor unit. 2-38 Using the Printer If the top or bottom edge of the characters in the self test are a different color from the rest, adjust the ribbon angle with the color ribbon adjustment lever.