User's Guide
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Depending on the printer model you have chosen, your printer The Lexmark™ Forms Printer 2400 Series are available in 9- and 24-wire wide-carriage (2481 and 2491) models. Printer models Carriage width Cut forms Continuous forms Narrow 297 mm (11.7 in.) 254 mm (10.0 in.) Wide 419 mm (16.5 in.) 406 mm (16.0 in.) 1 and 24-wire narrow-carriage (2480 and 2490) and 9- About your printer 1 About your printer may look different than those illustrated in this manual.
Depending on the printer model you have chosen, your printer The Lexmark™ Forms Printer 2400 Series are available in 9- and 24-wire wide-carriage (2481 and 2491) models. Printer models Carriage width Cut forms Continuous forms Narrow 297 mm (11.7 in.) 254 mm (10.0 in.) Wide 419 mm (16.5 in.) 406 mm (16.0 in.) 1 and 24-wire narrow-carriage (2480 and 2490) and 9- About your printer 1 About your printer may look different than those illustrated in this manual.
User's Guide
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... original plus three copies (fourpart forms). 3 Prints original plus five copies (six-part forms). Resolution of up to 360 x 360 (dpi). Resolution of up to 144 x 240 dots per square inch (dpi). About your printer Printer features by model (continued) Feature/function 2480/2481 2490/2491 Print styles Highlighting Available through capability: printer commands. • Double-high...
... original plus three copies (fourpart forms). 3 Prints original plus five copies (six-part forms). Resolution of up to 360 x 360 (dpi). Resolution of up to 144 x 240 dots per square inch (dpi). About your printer Printer features by model (continued) Feature/function 2480/2481 2490/2491 Print styles Highlighting Available through capability: printer commands. • Double-high...
User's Guide
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... software to customize your printer for Epson emulation mode. 18 For Lexmark Forms Printer 2480/2481 users: 1 Forms Printer 2480/2481 2 Forms Printer 2380/2381 plus 3 2380 plus/2381 plus 4 2380/2381 IBM Personal Printer Series™ II 5 4201/4202 IBM Proprinter™ III 6 4201/4202 IBM Proprinter II 7 IBM ExecJet™ Printer Model 4072 For Lexmark Forms Printer 2490/2491 users: 1 Forms Printer 2490/2491 2 Forms Printer 2390 plus/2391...
... software to customize your printer for Epson emulation mode. 18 For Lexmark Forms Printer 2480/2481 users: 1 Forms Printer 2480/2481 2 Forms Printer 2380/2381 plus 3 2380 plus/2381 plus 4 2380/2381 IBM Personal Printer Series™ II 5 4201/4202 IBM Proprinter™ III 6 4201/4202 IBM Proprinter II 7 IBM ExecJet™ Printer Model 4072 For Lexmark Forms Printer 2490/2491 users: 1 Forms Printer 2490/2491 2 Forms Printer 2390 plus/2391...
User's Guide
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..., but not all, of the printer's capabilities. Using Epson emulation mode If your Forms printer is set to Epson emulation, select a printer from your printer. See "Emulation menu options" on page 103 for your application software in the following preferred order: For Forms Printer 2480/2481 users: 1 Epson FX850 2 Epson FX1050 For Forms Printer 2490/2491 users: 1 Epson LQ850 2 LQ1050 See...
..., but not all, of the printer's capabilities. Using Epson emulation mode If your Forms printer is set to Epson emulation, select a printer from your printer. See "Emulation menu options" on page 103 for your application software in the following preferred order: For Forms Printer 2480/2481 users: 1 Epson FX850 2 Epson FX1050 For Forms Printer 2490/2491 users: 1 Epson LQ850 2 LQ1050 See...
User's Guide
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...font styles: 2480/2481 • FastDft • Draft • Gothic • Courier 2490/2491 • Courier • This setting will be online to receive data. Select one line. Note: Printer must be lost when the printer is powered Off and back On. • Prestige • Gothic • Presentor •... the operator panel buttons Use the operator panel buttons to the next Top-Of-Form. Start/Stop Alternate the printer between Tear Off and Top-Of-Form. Load/Unload Load paper to the current Top-Of-Form or unload paper to ... If you continue pressing Font through the...
...font styles: 2480/2481 • FastDft • Draft • Gothic • Courier 2490/2491 • Courier • This setting will be online to receive data. Select one line. Note: Printer must be lost when the printer is powered Off and back On. • Prestige • Gothic • Presentor •... the operator panel buttons Use the operator panel buttons to the next Top-Of-Form. Start/Stop Alternate the printer between Tear Off and Top-Of-Form. Load/Unload Load paper to the current Top-Of-Form or unload paper to ... If you continue pressing Font through the...
User's Guide
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...↓ button, the paper advances in : • 1/72-inch increments (2480/2481 models) • 1/90-inch increments (2490/2491 models) If you continue pressing Pitch through the printer pitch selections. Operator panel 26 Setup Enter Setup mode to : 10, 12, 15, 17, 20 cpi, or Proportional Spacing. ...can also select 24 cpi. • Fast Draft supports only 10, 12, and 15 pitch. Notes: • On 2490/2491 models you want to adjust the Top-Of-Form. Pitch Notes: • Repeatedly pressing the Pitch button rotates through a second pass the pitch selections are locked. •...
...↓ button, the paper advances in : • 1/72-inch increments (2480/2481 models) • 1/90-inch increments (2490/2491 models) If you continue pressing Pitch through the printer pitch selections. Operator panel 26 Setup Enter Setup mode to : 10, 12, 15, 17, 20 cpi, or Proportional Spacing. ...can also select 24 cpi. • Fast Draft supports only 10, 12, and 15 pitch. Notes: • On 2490/2491 models you want to adjust the Top-Of-Form. Pitch Notes: • Repeatedly pressing the Pitch button rotates through a second pass the pitch selections are locked. •...
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... available in all fonts. Character Set You may select one of the following pitches: 10, 12, 15, 17, 20, (24 for 2490/2491), and PS pitch. Using Setup mode Forms Macro menu options Macro options Use these menu options Set Default Macro Character options When you want from the following code pages..., 851, 853T, 857, 869, 920, 1004, and 1053. Pitch Lock Enabling this setting lets you set Pitch Lock as the default even after the printer is powered On or select disable if you do not want to the Technical Reference for more information. Default Pitch Select from the available fonts...
... available in all fonts. Character Set You may select one of the following pitches: 10, 12, 15, 17, 20, (24 for 2490/2491), and PS pitch. Using Setup mode Forms Macro menu options Macro options Use these menu options Set Default Macro Character options When you want from the following code pages..., 851, 853T, 857, 869, 920, 1004, and 1053. Pitch Lock Enabling this setting lets you set Pitch Lock as the default even after the printer is powered On or select disable if you do not want to the Technical Reference for more information. Default Pitch Select from the available fonts...
User's Guide
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....) 6.4 - 25.4 mm (0.25 - 1in.) 6.4 mm min. (0.25 in .) 76.2 - 420 mm ... up to 0.36 mm (0.015 in.) for cut forms) 6.4 mm min. (0.25 in .) for 2480/2481 printers; Paper specifications for 2490/2491 printers. multiple part forms of 45 g/m² (12 lb.) paper Minimum 0.058 mm See Note (0.0023 in.) 0.058mm See Note (0.0023 in.) 0.42...
....) 6.4 - 25.4 mm (0.25 - 1in.) 6.4 mm min. (0.25 in .) 76.2 - 420 mm ... up to 0.36 mm (0.015 in.) for cut forms) 6.4 mm min. (0.25 in .) for 2480/2481 printers; Paper specifications for 2490/2491 printers. multiple part forms of 45 g/m² (12 lb.) paper Minimum 0.058 mm See Note (0.0023 in.) 0.058mm See Note (0.0023 in.) 0.42...
User's Guide
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However, there is connected. • Consult the place where you bought your printer or a service representative for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ...frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. Notices Notices Electronic emission notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement The Lexmark Forms Printer 2480, 2481, 2490, and 2491 have been tested and found to comply with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is connected. • Consult the place where you bought your printer or a service representative for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ...frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. Notices Notices Electronic emission notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement The Lexmark Forms Printer 2480, 2481, 2490, and 2491 have been tested and found to comply with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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...new parts • Is free from new parts, or new and serviceable used with your use, and not for resale, from Lexmark or a Lexmark remarketer, referred to another user, warranty service under the terms of this statement is a feature or option, this statement applies only...Warranty service The warranty period is used parts, which it was originally purchased for your printer. You may be required to present proof of original purchase. Lexmark Forms Printers 2480/2481 and 2490/2491 This statement of limited warranty applies to the United States and Canada. Notices Statement of ...
...new parts • Is free from new parts, or new and serviceable used with your use, and not for resale, from Lexmark or a Lexmark remarketer, referred to another user, warranty service under the terms of this statement is a feature or option, this statement applies only...Warranty service The warranty period is used parts, which it was originally purchased for your printer. You may be required to present proof of original purchase. Lexmark Forms Printers 2480/2481 and 2490/2491 This statement of limited warranty applies to the United States and Canada. Notices Statement of ...
Quick Reference
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... • Draft • Gothic • Courier 2490/2491 • Courier • Prestige • Gothic • Presentor • Orator • Script • Draft • FastDft Note: Some functions may not work when data is being processed and the printer is online (Ready light is installed. If you ... continuous mode. If you continue pressing Font through the printer font selections. Select one line. Using the operator panel Layer 1 Press this button: When you want to the next Top-Of-Form. Start/Stop Alternate the printer between online (Ready light is On) and offline ...
... • Draft • Gothic • Courier 2490/2491 • Courier • Prestige • Gothic • Presentor • Orator • Script • Draft • FastDft Note: Some functions may not work when data is being processed and the printer is online (Ready light is installed. If you ... continuous mode. If you continue pressing Font through the printer font selections. Select one line. Using the operator panel Layer 1 Press this button: When you want to the next Top-Of-Form. Start/Stop Alternate the printer between online (Ready light is On) and offline ...
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... Proportional Spacing. Set the character pitch to adjust the Top-Of-Form. Pitch Note: • Repeatedly pressing Pitch rotates through a second pass, the pitch selections are locked. • This setting will be lost when the printer is On). 14 Micro ↓ Feed the paper downward in... supports only 10, 12, and 15 pitch. Note: • On 2490/2491 models you continue pressing Pitch through the printer pitch selections. Note: Some functions may not work when data is being processed and the printer is online (Ready light is powered Off and back On. Setup Enter Setup...
... Proportional Spacing. Set the character pitch to adjust the Top-Of-Form. Pitch Note: • Repeatedly pressing Pitch rotates through a second pass, the pitch selections are locked. • This setting will be lost when the printer is On). 14 Micro ↓ Feed the paper downward in... supports only 10, 12, and 15 pitch. Note: • On 2490/2491 models you continue pressing Pitch through the printer pitch selections. Note: Some functions may not work when data is being processed and the printer is online (Ready light is powered Off and back On. Setup Enter Setup...
Technical Reference
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...centers of each . The printhead has an impact force sufficient to generate readable copies on multipart forms and envelopes up to and including 6-ply forms (original plus 3 copies). 9 Section 1: Introduction Print Speeds Your printer supports the following burst print speeds in a single vertical column. The diameter of each of ...; 10 cpi 2480/2481 • 438 cps • 510 cps • 309 cps • 304 cps • 77 cps • 76 cps N/A 2490/2491 • 409 cps • 465 cps • 274 cps • 328 cps • 91 cps • 109 cps 91 cps Printhead Description Your...
...centers of each . The printhead has an impact force sufficient to generate readable copies on multipart forms and envelopes up to and including 6-ply forms (original plus 3 copies). 9 Section 1: Introduction Print Speeds Your printer supports the following burst print speeds in a single vertical column. The diameter of each of ...; 10 cpi 2480/2481 • 438 cps • 510 cps • 309 cps • 304 cps • 77 cps • 76 cps N/A 2490/2491 • 409 cps • 465 cps • 274 cps • 328 cps • 91 cps • 109 cps 91 cps Printhead Description Your...
Technical Reference
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...form is installed, the maximum width of 45 g/m2 (12 lb.) paper 152 mm (6.0 in.) 110 mm (4.1 in.) 90 g/m2 (24 lb.) 75 g/m2 (20 lb.) 0.058 mm (0.0023 in.) See Note 0.058 mm See Note (0.0023 in.) 0.042 mm (0.017 in.) Note: Thickness up to0.36 mm (0.015 in.) for 2490/2491 printers.... 12 Section 1: Introduction up to Hole N/A N/A 63 mm (2.5 in.) 63 mm (2.5 in.) N/A Note: When the optional Auto Sheet Feeder or Tractor 2 Feeder is 215 mm (8.5 in.) for 2480/2481 printers; Page Length Maximum Minimum Maximum Minimum 559 mm ...
...form is installed, the maximum width of 45 g/m2 (12 lb.) paper 152 mm (6.0 in.) 110 mm (4.1 in.) 90 g/m2 (24 lb.) 75 g/m2 (20 lb.) 0.058 mm (0.0023 in.) See Note 0.058 mm See Note (0.0023 in.) 0.042 mm (0.017 in.) Note: Thickness up to0.36 mm (0.015 in.) for 2490/2491 printers.... 12 Section 1: Introduction up to Hole N/A N/A 63 mm (2.5 in.) 63 mm (2.5 in.) N/A Note: When the optional Auto Sheet Feeder or Tractor 2 Feeder is 215 mm (8.5 in.) for 2480/2481 printers; Page Length Maximum Minimum Maximum Minimum 559 mm ...
Technical Reference
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Multiple Part Forms of 45 g/m2 (12 lb.) paper 90 g/m2 (24 lb.) 75 g/m2 (20 lb.) 0.058 mm (0.0023 in.) See Note 0.058 mm See Note (0.0023 in.) 0.053 mm (0.021 in.) Note: Thickness up to0.36 mm (0.015 in .) for 2490/2491 printers. Section 1: Introduction 13 up to... N/A 90 g/m2 (24 lb.) N/A Minimum 60 g/m2 (16 lb.) N/A 56 g/m2 (15 lb.) Thickness - 2481/2491 (Wide Carriage Models) Paper Dimensions Cut Forms Single Multiple part Continuous Forms Single Multiple part Envelopes Width Maximum Maximum Hole to Hole Minimum Minimum Hole to 0.512 mm (0.0202 in .) for 2480...
Multiple Part Forms of 45 g/m2 (12 lb.) paper 90 g/m2 (24 lb.) 75 g/m2 (20 lb.) 0.058 mm (0.0023 in.) See Note 0.058 mm See Note (0.0023 in.) 0.053 mm (0.021 in.) Note: Thickness up to0.36 mm (0.015 in .) for 2490/2491 printers. Section 1: Introduction 13 up to... N/A 90 g/m2 (24 lb.) N/A Minimum 60 g/m2 (16 lb.) N/A 56 g/m2 (15 lb.) Thickness - 2481/2491 (Wide Carriage Models) Paper Dimensions Cut Forms Single Multiple part Continuous Forms Single Multiple part Envelopes Width Maximum Maximum Hole to Hole Minimum Minimum Hole to 0.512 mm (0.0202 in .) for 2480...
Technical Reference
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... Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Bits 0 and 1 allow for existing panel disable functions. Micro È 3. To disable the panel or any of C5 and C6: Printer 2480 2481 2490 2491 Dec Hex 197 C5 197 C5 198 C6 198 C6 Parm Description Selection Dec Hex 1 Emulation 0=No Change 0 00 1=PPDS 1 01 2=Epson 2 02 2 Panel.... Pitch 5. The upper 6 bits of parm 2 represent the different buttons on the operator panel. In the following parameters (parms) with SIC commands that use the printer ID of the buttons, bit 0 must be On. LF 2. The Start/Stop button and the...
... Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Bits 0 and 1 allow for existing panel disable functions. Micro È 3. To disable the panel or any of C5 and C6: Printer 2480 2481 2490 2491 Dec Hex 197 C5 197 C5 198 C6 198 C6 Parm Description Selection Dec Hex 1 Emulation 0=No Change 0 00 1=PPDS 1 01 2=Epson 2 02 2 Panel.... Pitch 5. The upper 6 bits of parm 2 represent the different buttons on the operator panel. In the following parameters (parms) with SIC commands that use the printer ID of the buttons, bit 0 must be On. LF 2. The Start/Stop button and the...