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..., or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with this Epson printer. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Copyrights and Trademarks No part of this publication may be liable to the purchaser of this product are for damages, losses...
..., or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with this Epson printer. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Copyrights and Trademarks No part of this publication may be liable to the purchaser of this product are for damages, losses...
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LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Envelopes 52 Cards 52 Switching Between Continuous Paper and Single Sheets 53 Switching to single sheets 53 Switching to continuous paper 54 ... printer driver settings 64 Printer Driver Settings Overview 65 Printer settings 66 Monitoring settings 68 Setting Utility 68 Using EPSON Status Monitor 3 68 Setting up EPSON Status Monitor 3 69 Accessing EPSON Status Monitor 3 71 Installing EPSON Status Monitor 3 72 Using Bi-D Adjustment 72 Making adjustment with Bi-D Adjustment 72 Using Printer Setting 74 Changing...
LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Envelopes 52 Cards 52 Switching Between Continuous Paper and Single Sheets 53 Switching to single sheets 53 Switching to continuous paper 54 ... printer driver settings 64 Printer Driver Settings Overview 65 Printer settings 66 Monitoring settings 68 Setting Utility 68 Using EPSON Status Monitor 3 68 Setting up EPSON Status Monitor 3 69 Accessing EPSON Status Monitor 3 71 Installing EPSON Status Monitor 3 72 Using Bi-D Adjustment 72 Making adjustment with Bi-D Adjustment 72 Using Printer Setting 74 Changing...
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LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Chapter 3 Control Panel Buttons and Lights 88 Selecting a Font and Pitch 90 About Your Printer's Default Settings 92 Default Setting mode 92 ... 115 Printing a Self Test 115 Printing Hex Dump 116 Chapter 5 Where To Get Help Technical Support Web Site 118 Contacting Customer Support 118 Before Contacting Epson 118 Help for Users in Europe 119 Help for Users in Indonesia 119 Help for Users in Singapore 119 Help for Users in Vietnam 119...
LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Chapter 3 Control Panel Buttons and Lights 88 Selecting a Font and Pitch 90 About Your Printer's Default Settings 92 Default Setting mode 92 ... 115 Printing a Self Test 115 Printing Hex Dump 116 Chapter 5 Where To Get Help Technical Support Web Site 118 Contacting Customer Support 118 Before Contacting Epson 118 Help for Users in Europe 119 Help for Users in Indonesia 119 Help for Users in Singapore 119 Help for Users in Vietnam 119...
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LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Chapter 6 Options and Consumables Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge 122 Genuine Epson ribbon cartridge 122 Replacing the ribbon cartridge 122 Cut-Sheet Feeder 126 Installing the cut-sheet feeder 127 Loading paper... Specifications 144 Mechanical 144 Electronic 147 Electrical 148 Environmental 149 System Requirements 149 Paper 150 Recommended printable area 154 Command Lists 156 Epson ESC/P control codes 156 IBM PPDS emulation control codes 157 Standards and Approvals 158 Safety approvals 159 Cleaning the Printer 159 Transporting...
LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Chapter 6 Options and Consumables Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge 122 Genuine Epson ribbon cartridge 122 Replacing the ribbon cartridge 122 Cut-Sheet Feeder 126 Installing the cut-sheet feeder 127 Loading paper... Specifications 144 Mechanical 144 Electronic 147 Electrical 148 Environmental 149 System Requirements 149 Paper 150 Recommended printable area 154 Command Lists 156 Epson ESC/P control codes 156 IBM PPDS emulation control codes 157 Standards and Approvals 158 Safety approvals 159 Cleaning the Printer 159 Transporting...
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...manuals are from Windows 10 unless otherwise specified. The content displayed on the screens varies depending on using the printer. Network Guide ( LQ-590IIN/ LQ-2090IIN only) Provides network information on setting up the printer and installing the software. Additionally, "Windows" is the same. Operating System... and instructions on the model and situation. ❏ Illustrations of the printer software screens are supplied with your Epson printer. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide About This Manual Where to Find Information The following operating system.
...manuals are from Windows 10 unless otherwise specified. The content displayed on the screens varies depending on using the printer. Network Guide ( LQ-590IIN/ LQ-2090IIN only) Provides network information on setting up the printer and installing the software. Additionally, "Windows" is the same. Operating System... and instructions on the model and situation. ❏ Illustrations of the printer software screens are supplied with your Epson printer. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide About This Manual Where to Find Information The following operating system.
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...if it is placed on the print head and other parts to ensure safety and proper use of the symbols used . LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Warnings, Cautions, and Notes ! Cautions must be hot. Let them . ...Visit the following Web site to your equipment. Hot Parts Caution Symbol This symbol is tilted or placed at an angle. Some of the printer. http://support.epson...
...if it is placed on the print head and other parts to ensure safety and proper use of the symbols used . LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Warnings, Cautions, and Notes ! Cautions must be hot. Let them . ...Visit the following Web site to your equipment. Hot Parts Caution Symbol This symbol is tilted or placed at an angle. Some of the printer. http://support.epson...
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... control equipment, or medical equipment related to maintain safety and total system reliability. Because this product only after a full evaluation. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide When operating the printer ❏ Adjust only those controls that has the wrong voltage for a few minutes ... head yourself; with the Technical regulation of Customs Union "About the safety of Technical Devices" (TP TC 020/2011) Manufacturer: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Address: 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi, Nagano-ken 392-8502 Japan Telephone: 81-266-52-3131 Safety Instructions 13 If you...
... control equipment, or medical equipment related to maintain safety and total system reliability. Because this product only after a full evaluation. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide When operating the printer ❏ Adjust only those controls that has the wrong voltage for a few minutes ... head yourself; with the Technical regulation of Customs Union "About the safety of Technical Devices" (TP TC 020/2011) Manufacturer: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Address: 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi, Nagano-ken 392-8502 Japan Telephone: 81-266-52-3131 Safety Instructions 13 If you...
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... the product For United Kingdom users Use of any options or consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Epson (UK) Limited. Refer to the rating plate for voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to the...from the use of options Epson (UK) Limited shall not be earthed. Schepkina, 42, Bldg. 2a, Fl. 3 Business Center Chaika Plaza Telephone: +7 (495) 777-0355/56 web: http://www.epson.ru/ email: info_CIS@epson.ru EPSON EUROPE B.V. Neutral Brown - LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Official ...
... the product For United Kingdom users Use of any options or consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Epson (UK) Limited. Refer to the rating plate for voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to the...from the use of options Epson (UK) Limited shall not be earthed. Schepkina, 42, Bldg. 2a, Fl. 3 Business Center Chaika Plaza Telephone: +7 (495) 777-0355/56 web: http://www.epson.ru/ email: info_CIS@epson.ru EPSON EUROPE B.V. Neutral Brown - LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Official ...
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...ist nicht für die Benutzung am Bildschirmarbeitsplatz gemäß BildscharbV vorgesehen. B.V. For German users Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung 3. AMSTERDAM. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide If you have to fit a plug: As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not match ...terminal in the plug marked with the letter L. If damage occurs to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter N. Importeur EPSON EUROPE. The blue wire must be connected to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified electrician. Replace fuses only ...
...ist nicht für die Benutzung am Bildschirmarbeitsplatz gemäß BildscharbV vorgesehen. B.V. For German users Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung 3. AMSTERDAM. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide If you have to fit a plug: As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not match ...terminal in the plug marked with the letter L. If damage occurs to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter N. Importeur EPSON EUROPE. The blue wire must be connected to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified electrician. Replace fuses only ...
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LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide 9. When the printer receives data, it to remove your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and print speed are achieved when the cover is turned off. 2. ...
LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide 9. When the printer receives data, it to remove your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and print speed are achieved when the cover is turned off. 2. ...
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... you can change its position by using the Micro Adjust function as described in "Removing continuous paper" on the printer. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Note: For your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and print speed are achieved when the...
... you can change its position by using the Micro Adjust function as described in "Removing continuous paper" on the printer. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Note: For your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and print speed are achieved when the...
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... paper supply at the perforation nearest the paper entry slot. 2. The printer will function with the printer cover closed . 15. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Note: For your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and print speed are using the pull...
... paper supply at the perforation nearest the paper entry slot. 2. The printer will function with the printer cover closed . 15. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Note: For your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and print speed are using the pull...
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... are achieved when the cover is installed and lying flat on page 56 to use for each method. Note: For your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with two tractors and shows which paper release lever setting to adjust the current position of -form position" on...Handling 41 After you finish printing, tear off the printed document at the current position without advancing the paper. Attach the printer cover. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide 9. If necessary, follow the steps in "Adjusting the top-of the paper. 10. The printer will start printing...
... are achieved when the cover is installed and lying flat on page 56 to use for each method. Note: For your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with two tractors and shows which paper release lever setting to adjust the current position of -form position" on...Handling 41 After you finish printing, tear off the printed document at the current position without advancing the paper. Attach the printer cover. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide 9. If necessary, follow the steps in "Adjusting the top-of the paper. 10. The printer will start printing...
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...adjust the top-of -form position" on both single-sheet and continuous multipart forms. It can print on page 56 for your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printable side down between the edge guides until it meets resistance. See "Adjusting the top-of -form ... carbonless multipart forms. ❏ When using multipart forms with a line of glue at the top of paper with the printer cover closed . LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide 4. Insert a sheet of the form, load the forms with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and ...
...adjust the top-of -form position" on both single-sheet and continuous multipart forms. It can print on page 56 for your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printable side down between the edge guides until it meets resistance. See "Adjusting the top-of -form ... carbonless multipart forms. ❏ When using multipart forms with a line of glue at the top of paper with the printer cover closed . LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide 4. Insert a sheet of the form, load the forms with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and ...
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LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide ❏ When the paper reaches the default top-of -form position, press the Pause button to save the adjusted setting. Note: For your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and print speed are achieved when the cover...
LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide ❏ When the paper reaches the default top-of -form position, press the Pause button to save the adjusted setting. Note: For your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and print speed are achieved when the cover...
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... can access the printer driver from the Start menu. EPSON Status Monitor 3 program allows you access the printer driver from the Start menu" on page 60 for more information. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Chapter 2 Printer Software About Your ...Printer Software The Epson software includes the printer driver software and EPSON Status Monitor 3. See "Accessing the printer driver from Windows applications...
... can access the printer driver from the Start menu. EPSON Status Monitor 3 program allows you access the printer driver from the Start menu" on page 60 for more information. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Chapter 2 Printer Software About Your ...Printer Software The Epson software includes the printer driver software and EPSON Status Monitor 3. See "Accessing the printer driver from Windows applications...
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... the printing status check box is configured to an Ethernet network. ❏ Your system is selected. Printer Software 68 EPSON Status Monitor 3 is available when: ❏ The printer is connected directly to the host computer via the parallel port...EPSON Status Monitor 3 Monitoring Preferences Explanations You can access EPSON Status Monitor 3 when you can change the printer settings. Using EPSON Status Monitor 3 EPSON Status Monitor 3 allows you to open the Monitoring Preferences dialog box where you can adjust misalignment in vertical lines. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ...
... the printing status check box is configured to an Ethernet network. ❏ Your system is selected. Printer Software 68 EPSON Status Monitor 3 is available when: ❏ The printer is connected directly to the host computer via the parallel port...EPSON Status Monitor 3 Monitoring Preferences Explanations You can access EPSON Status Monitor 3 when you can change the printer settings. Using EPSON Status Monitor 3 EPSON Status Monitor 3 allows you to open the Monitoring Preferences dialog box where you can adjust misalignment in vertical lines. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ...
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...Your Printer on a Network" on the Start screen, move the cursor to the top-right corner of the firewall function. Setting up EPSON Status Monitor 3 Follow these steps to install it when you can print to the printer directly connected to the computer in a remote ...monitored. For Windows 7/Windows Server 2008 R2: Click Start, and click Devices and Printers. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide You can install EPSON Status Monitor 3 by selecting it , see "Installing EPSON Status Monitor 3" on the printer server and clients. For Windows XP/Windows Server 2003 R2...
...Your Printer on a Network" on the Start screen, move the cursor to the top-right corner of the firewall function. Setting up EPSON Status Monitor 3 Follow these steps to install it when you can print to the printer directly connected to the computer in a remote ...monitored. For Windows 7/Windows Server 2008 R2: Click Start, and click Devices and Printers. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide You can install EPSON Status Monitor 3 by selecting it , see "Installing EPSON Status Monitor 3" on the printer server and clients. For Windows XP/Windows Server 2003 R2...
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... 3 button in this check box is Windows Vista, select Run as described above, the following to open . LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Allow monitoring of the following printer status window appears. Accessing EPSON Status Monitor 3 Do one of shared printers When this window. To add a shortcut icon to the taskbar, go...
... 3 button in this check box is Windows Vista, select Run as described above, the following to open . LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Allow monitoring of the following printer status window appears. Accessing EPSON Status Monitor 3 Do one of shared printers When this window. To add a shortcut icon to the taskbar, go...
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... printer during the adjustment process, restart Bi-D Adjustment again. ❏ Serial connection is not printed properly, set the printer's font setting to install EPSON Status Monitor 3. 1. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Installing EPSON Status Monitor 3 Follow the steps below . ! Doing so may cause the printer to install the software. Printer Software 72
... printer during the adjustment process, restart Bi-D Adjustment again. ❏ Serial connection is not printed properly, set the printer's font setting to install EPSON Status Monitor 3. 1. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Installing EPSON Status Monitor 3 Follow the steps below . ! Doing so may cause the printer to install the software. Printer Software 72