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... ■ Offers an MTBF rating of up to Epson's superior technical support IMPACT PRINTER FX-2190 And, as part of a comprehensive three-year warranty, it includes Epson Remote Configuration Manager™ software for easy printer setup and simple setting selections via most Windows®... Standard three-year warranty ■ Includes access to 680 cps. Printer Throughput Test* - An extremely reliable, high-value performer, the Epson FX-2190 provides Parallel, USB, and additional connectivity options for the Epson FX-1180/1180+/2180 or the Okidata® Microline® 321/321...
... ■ Offers an MTBF rating of up to Epson's superior technical support IMPACT PRINTER FX-2190 And, as part of a comprehensive three-year warranty, it includes Epson Remote Configuration Manager™ software for easy printer setup and simple setting selections via most Windows®... Standard three-year warranty ■ Includes access to 680 cps. Printer Throughput Test* - An extremely reliable, high-value performer, the Epson FX-2190 provides Parallel, USB, and additional connectivity options for the Epson FX-1180/1180+/2180 or the Okidata® Microline® 321/321...
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Standardized ISO 10561 throughput tests illustrate how Epson's superior technology results in these marks. © Copyright 2003 Epson America, Inc. Printer Specifications Printer Method 9-pin, serial impact dot matrix Print Direction Bidirectional logic seeking for optional interface cards Printer Language Epson ESC/P,® IBM PPDS, Okidata Microlines (FX-2190, Okidata Mode only) Paper Handling Forms: continuous multipart, original plus 5 carbonless copies...
Standardized ISO 10561 throughput tests illustrate how Epson's superior technology results in these marks. © Copyright 2003 Epson America, Inc. Printer Specifications Printer Method 9-pin, serial impact dot matrix Print Direction Bidirectional logic seeking for optional interface cards Printer Language Epson ESC/P,® IBM PPDS, Okidata Microlines (FX-2190, Okidata Mode only) Paper Handling Forms: continuous multipart, original plus 5 carbonless copies...
Product Information Guide
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... provides a new dot matrix printer product section to be added to the EPSON Product Information Guide. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 TABLE OF CONTENTS User Replaceable Parts EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 1 Options ...EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 1 Printer Specifications EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 2 Control Panel Buttons and Lights EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 7 Error Indicators EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 8 Selecting a Font and Pitch EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 8 Selecting a Paper Source EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 9 Setting the Paper Release Lever EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 10 Adjusting...
... provides a new dot matrix printer product section to be added to the EPSON Product Information Guide. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 TABLE OF CONTENTS User Replaceable Parts EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 1 Options ...EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 1 Printer Specifications EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 2 Control Panel Buttons and Lights EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 7 Error Indicators EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 8 Selecting a Font and Pitch EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 8 Selecting a Paper Source EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 9 Setting the Paper Release Lever EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 10 Adjusting...
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... up to 50 sheets of paper or 25 plain bond envelopes into the printer without reloading. You can load single sheets, single-sheet multi-part forms, or envelopes. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Paper guide Paper guide cover Printer cover Edge guides Front cover Paper release lever Control panel Power switch Ribbon cartridge Paper thickness lever...
... up to 50 sheets of paper or 25 plain bond envelopes into the printer without reloading. You can load single sheets, single-sheet multi-part forms, or envelopes. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Paper guide Paper guide cover Printer cover Edge guides Front cover Paper release lever Control panel Power switch Ribbon cartridge Paper thickness lever...
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...C823642A) are compatible with 8.5-inch roll paper. Unidirectional text or graphics printing can install an optional interface card to supplement your printer. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 additional tractor is required Cut-sheet feeders (optional) Roll paper holder (optional) Normal mode: 1/6-inch (4.23 mm)...in the table below are also supported on this printer. Printer Specifications Mechanical Printing method Printing speed Printing direction Line spacing Printable columns Resolution Paper feed methods Paper feed speed 9-pin impact dot matrix Ultra speed draft 566 cps at 10 cpi ...
...C823642A) are compatible with 8.5-inch roll paper. Unidirectional text or graphics printing can install an optional interface card to supplement your printer. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 additional tractor is required Cut-sheet feeders (optional) Roll paper holder (optional) Normal mode: 1/6-inch (4.23 mm)...in the table below are also supported on this printer. Printer Specifications Mechanical Printing method Printing speed Printing direction Line spacing Printable columns Resolution Paper feed methods Paper feed speed 9-pin impact dot matrix Ultra speed draft 566 cps at 10 cpi ...
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...17, 20 cpi EPSON Roman 10, 12, 15 , 17, 20 cpi, proportional EPSON Sans Serif 10, 12, 15, 17, 20 cpi, proportional Bar code fonts: EAN-13, EAN-8, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 39, Code 128, POSTNET, Coda bar (NW-7), Industrial 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5...13.8 inches (350 mm) Weight FX-890: 16.8 lb (7.6 kg) FX-2190: 21.7 lb (9.6 kg) Black ribbon cartridge FX-890: S015329 FX-2190: S015327 Ribbon life * FX-890: approx. 7.5 million characters FX-2190: approx. 12 million characters * (Draft, 10 cpi, 14 dots/character) System Compatibility The printer supports the following versions of Microsoft ...
...17, 20 cpi EPSON Roman 10, 12, 15 , 17, 20 cpi, proportional EPSON Sans Serif 10, 12, 15, 17, 20 cpi, proportional Bar code fonts: EAN-13, EAN-8, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 39, Code 128, POSTNET, Coda bar (NW-7), Industrial 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5...13.8 inches (350 mm) Weight FX-890: 16.8 lb (7.6 kg) FX-2190: 21.7 lb (9.6 kg) Black ribbon cartridge FX-890: S015329 FX-2190: S015327 Ribbon life * FX-890: approx. 7.5 million characters FX-2190: approx. 12 million characters * (Draft, 10 cpi, 14 dots/character) System Compatibility The printer supports the following versions of Microsoft ...
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...176;F (15 to 25 °C) 30 to 60% RH Do not load paper that has been folded or is damaged, wrinkled, or curled. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 The ratio of multipart (lb) 12 15 (g/m²) 40 58 Quality Plain paper, recycled paper, and carbonless multipart forms with point gluing ... forms with a line of glue at the perforation should be 1 mm or less. The horizontal and vertical perforation cuts should be 1 mm or more. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Environmental Temperature Operation (plain 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C) paper) Operation 59 to 77 °F (15 to 25 °C) (recycled...
...176;F (15 to 25 °C) 30 to 60% RH Do not load paper that has been folded or is damaged, wrinkled, or curled. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 The ratio of multipart (lb) 12 15 (g/m²) 40 58 Quality Plain paper, recycled paper, and carbonless multipart forms with point gluing ... forms with a line of glue at the perforation should be 1 mm or less. The horizontal and vertical perforation cuts should be 1 mm or more. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Environmental Temperature Operation (plain 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C) paper) Operation 59 to 77 °F (15 to 25 °C) (recycled...
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...(mm) Total thickness (inch) (mm) Label weight (lb) (g/m²) Quality Minimum Maximum See the figure below. 4.0 101.6 FX-890: 10.0 254.0 FX-2190: 16.0 406.4 4.0 101.6 22.0 558.8 0.0028 0.07 0.0035 0.09 0.0063 0.16 0.0075 0.19 17 64 Plain...paper A 2.5 inches (63.5 mm) minimum B 15/16 inch (23.8 mm) minimum C Corner radius = 0.1 inch (2.5 mm) minimum EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Envelopes (rear entry only): Envelope size (No. 6) Envelope size (No. 10) Total thickness (inch) (mm) Weight (lb) (g/m²... 0.0028 0.07 14 52 Plain paper Maximum 0.0035 0.09 22 82 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 5
...(mm) Total thickness (inch) (mm) Label weight (lb) (g/m²) Quality Minimum Maximum See the figure below. 4.0 101.6 FX-890: 10.0 254.0 FX-2190: 16.0 406.4 4.0 101.6 22.0 558.8 0.0028 0.07 0.0035 0.09 0.0063 0.16 0.0075 0.19 17 64 Plain...paper A 2.5 inches (63.5 mm) minimum B 15/16 inch (23.8 mm) minimum C Corner radius = 0.1 inch (2.5 mm) minimum EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Envelopes (rear entry only): Envelope size (No. 6) Envelope size (No. 10) Total thickness (inch) (mm) Weight (lb) (g/m²... 0.0028 0.07 14 52 Plain paper Maximum 0.0035 0.09 22 82 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 5
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... (203.2 mm). B The minimum left and right margins are 0.12 inch (3 mm). A The minimum top and bottom margins are 0.17 inch (4.2 mm). FX-2190: The minimum left and right margins are 0.51 inch (13 mm). Roll paper A The minimum top and bottom margins are 0.2 inch (4.2 mm). For paper ...The minimum top and bottom margins above and below the perforation are 0.17 inch (4.2 mm). The maximum printable width is 8.0 inches (203.2 mm). EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Printable Area Single sheets Envelopes A The minimum top and bottom margins are 0.17 inch (4.2 mm).
... (203.2 mm). B The minimum left and right margins are 0.12 inch (3 mm). A The minimum top and bottom margins are 0.17 inch (4.2 mm). FX-2190: The minimum left and right margins are 0.51 inch (13 mm). Roll paper A The minimum top and bottom margins are 0.2 inch (4.2 mm). For paper ...The minimum top and bottom margins above and below the perforation are 0.17 inch (4.2 mm). The maximum printable width is 8.0 inches (203.2 mm). EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Printable Area Single sheets Envelopes A The minimum top and bottom margins are 0.17 inch (4.2 mm).
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...Adjust When you hold down the Pause button for ribbon change timing Program reload mode 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 7 See "Changing the Default Settings" on the printer. Flashes when the printer is in the selected paper source or paper is not in the tear-off position. To ...Data (Hex) dump EEPROM reset Bidirectional adjustment mode Control panel Lock-out mode (on functions available through the control panel. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Control Panel Buttons and Lights Button/Light Function 1 Font button Selects one of the pitch settings. Tear Off/Bin lights Both...
...Adjust When you hold down the Pause button for ribbon change timing Program reload mode 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 7 See "Changing the Default Settings" on the printer. Flashes when the printer is in the selected paper source or paper is not in the tear-off position. To ...Data (Hex) dump EEPROM reset Bidirectional adjustment mode Control panel Lock-out mode (on functions available through the control panel. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Control Panel Buttons and Lights Button/Light Function 1 Font button Selects one of the pitch settings. Tear Off/Bin lights Both...
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..., use . Press the Font button until the three Pitch lights indicate the desired pitch as shown below . EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Error Indicators If the printer stops working and one of paper is set to the wrong position. Light status O Paper Out O Pause Beep pattern ••• ••• O ...
..., use . Press the Font button until the three Pitch lights indicate the desired pitch as shown below . EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Error Indicators If the printer stops working and one of paper is set to the wrong position. Light status O Paper Out O Pause Beep pattern ••• ••• O ...
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... they may come off their backing sheets inside the printer and cause a paper jam. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 9 When loading paper from the bottom slot, be fed into the printer from the rear slot. This reduces the chances of the printer. Do not load continuous paper with labels from the... path is shipped. Caution: Do not load continuous paper with labels from the rear slot. Labels require a straight paper path; EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Selecting a Paper Source Paper can be sure to use when printing on thick paper, such as multipart forms or continuous paper with...
... they may come off their backing sheets inside the printer and cause a paper jam. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 9 When loading paper from the bottom slot, be fed into the printer from the rear slot. This reduces the chances of the printer. Do not load continuous paper with labels from the... path is shipped. Caution: Do not load continuous paper with labels from the rear slot. Labels require a straight paper path; EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Selecting a Paper Source Paper can be sure to use when printing on thick paper, such as multipart forms or continuous paper with...
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...lower, or 95°F (35°C) or higher, set the paper-thickness setting for the type of the printer in the front, rear, or bottom slot. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Multipart forms with the tractor installed in the rear push position or when using the tractor in combination....) 0 (continuous paper) 0 1 3 5 6 7 7 2 2 5 or 6 * Available when using the rear push and pull tractors in the bottom or front pull position. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Setting the Paper Release Lever Set the paper release lever to indicate the paper source you are using the front push and pull tractors in...
...lower, or 95°F (35°C) or higher, set the paper-thickness setting for the type of the printer in the front, rear, or bottom slot. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Multipart forms with the tractor installed in the rear push position or when using the tractor in combination....) 0 (continuous paper) 0 1 3 5 6 7 7 2 2 5 or 6 * Available when using the rear push and pull tractors in the bottom or front pull position. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Setting the Paper Release Lever Set the paper release lever to indicate the paper source you are using the front push and pull tractors in...
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...the paper briefly. The top margin setting made in 1/216-inch (0.118 mm) increments to adjust the tear-off edge of the printer cover. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Using the Micro Adjust Function The Micro Adjust function allows you to move the paper forward or backward in some software overrides the ...top-of-form position setting you make with the Micro Adjust function. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 11 Caution: Never use the knob to the top-of-form position and begins printing. this setting as described below. Press the ...
...the paper briefly. The top margin setting made in 1/216-inch (0.118 mm) increments to adjust the tear-off edge of the printer cover. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Using the Micro Adjust Function The Micro Adjust function allows you to move the paper forward or backward in some software overrides the ...top-of-form position setting you make with the Micro Adjust function. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 11 Caution: Never use the knob to the top-of-form position and begins printing. this setting as described below. Press the ...
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... labels on labels, use with labels from peeling off their backing sheets inside the printer and cause a paper jam. ❏ Do not load paper that for ordinary ...printer. Keep the following in the front (to eject the remaining labels from the rear paper slot. Tear off the backing sheet and cause a paper jam. You can load multiple envelopes using No. 6 envelopes, make sure the left or right edge of the double-bin cut-sheet feeder). EPSON FX-890/FX-2190...2 before printing. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Loading Special Papers Follow the guidelines in the printer between jobs;
... labels on labels, use with labels from peeling off their backing sheets inside the printer and cause a paper jam. ❏ Do not load paper that for ordinary ...printer. Keep the following in the front (to eject the remaining labels from the rear paper slot. Tear off the backing sheet and cause a paper jam. You can load multiple envelopes using No. 6 envelopes, make sure the left or right edge of the double-bin cut-sheet feeder). EPSON FX-890/FX-2190...2 before printing. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Loading Special Papers Follow the guidelines in the printer between jobs;
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... in the pull position, remove any printed pages remain in the printer, remove them before switching to remove the front sheet guide. 1. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Postcards You can feed postcards one at a time may damage the printer or cause it to the single-sheet position. If the tractor ...is installed in the printer, press the Load/Eject button to single-sheet printing. 1....
... in the pull position, remove any printed pages remain in the printer, remove them before switching to remove the front sheet guide. 1. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Postcards You can feed postcards one at a time may damage the printer or cause it to the single-sheet position. If the tractor ...is installed in the printer, press the Load/Eject button to single-sheet printing. 1....
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...with a slash) Off, On Off, On Table 2, Table1 Length in inches: 3, 3.5, 4, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 8.5, 11, 70/6, 12, 14, 17 Length in the printer. There are two ways to remove the paper in inches: 3, 3.5, 4, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 8.5, 11, 70/6, 12, 14, 17 Standard model: italic, PC 437, ...2 seconds, 3 seconds 14 - For detailed information about default settings, see below. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Clearing Paper Jams Follow these steps to clear a paper jam: 1. If continuous paper is off the printer and open the printer cover. 2. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Otherwise, you to do this: ❏ Using the...
...with a slash) Off, On Off, On Table 2, Table1 Length in inches: 3, 3.5, 4, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 8.5, 11, 70/6, 12, 14, 17 Length in the printer. There are two ways to remove the paper in inches: 3, 3.5, 4, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 8.5, 11, 70/6, 12, 14, 17 Standard model: italic, PC 437, ...2 seconds, 3 seconds 14 - For detailed information about default settings, see below. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Clearing Paper Jams Follow these steps to clear a paper jam: 1. If continuous paper is off the printer and open the printer cover. 2. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Otherwise, you to do this: ❏ Using the...
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... the other, any changes you turn on the FX-890/FX-2190. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Follow the steps below to FX-890/FX-2190 mode, hold down the Tear Off/Bin and Pause buttons while you made to the printer's settings in the original mode are consistent with your FX-890 or FX-2190 work like the Okidata® Microline® 320...
... the other, any changes you turn on the FX-890/FX-2190. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Follow the steps below to FX-890/FX-2190 mode, hold down the Tear Off/Bin and Pause buttons while you made to the printer's settings in the original mode are consistent with your FX-890 or FX-2190 work like the Okidata® Microline® 320...
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... Pause, Load/Eject and Tear off buttons. To turn Lock-out mode off the printer. Follow these steps to turn off the printer. 2. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 The printer beeps twice, indicating that the vertical lines in Lock-out mode). The printer beeps once, to load a new sheet of continuous paper that Lock-out mode has...
... Pause, Load/Eject and Tear off buttons. To turn Lock-out mode off the printer. Follow these steps to turn off the printer. 2. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 The printer beeps twice, indicating that the vertical lines in Lock-out mode). The printer beeps once, to load a new sheet of continuous paper that Lock-out mode has...
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.../Eject, LF/FF, and Pause buttons while turning on the printer. If you are represented by dots. 4. You can print the self test using the printer's near letter-quality test. To enter hex dump mode, turn on the printer. however, the draft self test prints faster than the near... are an experienced user or a programmer, you turn off . 2. Always press the Pause button to stop printing. The printer beeps once, and restores its factory default settings. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 17 To turn off hex dump mode, press the Pause button, eject the printed page(s), and then turn off ....
.../Eject, LF/FF, and Pause buttons while turning on the printer. If you are represented by dots. 4. You can print the self test using the printer's near letter-quality test. To enter hex dump mode, turn on the printer. however, the draft self test prints faster than the near... are an experienced user or a programmer, you turn off . 2. Always press the Pause button to stop printing. The printer beeps once, and restores its factory default settings. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 17 To turn off hex dump mode, press the Pause button, eject the printed page(s), and then turn off ....