Product Brochure
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... paper paths to accommodate cut sheet paper and continuous forms up to 7 parts thick and 16.5" wide Standard three-year warranty ■ Includes access to Epson's superior technical support IMPACT PRINTER FX-2190 And, it 's backed by superior technical support from the world leader in... replacement for seamless integration. And, as part of up to 7 parts thick and 16.5" wide through forms up to...
... paper paths to accommodate cut sheet paper and continuous forms up to 7 parts thick and 16.5" wide Standard three-year warranty ■ Includes access to Epson's superior technical support IMPACT PRINTER FX-2190 And, it 's backed by superior technical support from the world leader in... replacement for seamless integration. And, as part of up to 7 parts thick and 16.5" wide through forms up to...
Product Information Guide
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... package 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...
... package 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...
Product Information Guide
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... of paper jams. This setup is especially useful with continuous multi-part forms. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 1 Pull tractor unit (C800201 for FX-890, C800211 for FX-2190) Feeds up to improve paper handling and reduce the chance of paper into the printer without reloading. The parts for the FX-890. You can load single sheets, single-sheet multi...
... of paper jams. This setup is especially useful with continuous multi-part forms. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 1 Pull tractor unit (C800201 for FX-890, C800211 for FX-2190) Feeds up to improve paper handling and reduce the chance of paper into the printer without reloading. The parts for the FX-890. You can load single sheets, single-sheet multi...
Product Information Guide
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EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Roll paper holder (8310) Allows you to use your printer's built-in USB and parallel interfaces and provide added network compatibility. 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 680...
EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Roll paper holder (8310) Allows you to use your printer's built-in USB and parallel interfaces and provide added network compatibility. 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 680...
Product Information Guide
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...ratio of multipart (lb) 12 15 (g/m²) 40 58 Quality Plain paper, recycled paper, and carbonless multipart forms with five or six parts, in the rear slot. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 The horizontal and vertical perforation cuts should be 1 mm or less. Single sheets, front or rear entry Width* (inch) ... Humidity 59 to 77 °F (15 to 25 °C) 30 to the edges of glue at the perforation 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 °...
...ratio of multipart (lb) 12 15 (g/m²) 40 58 Quality Plain paper, recycled paper, and carbonless multipart forms with five or six parts, in the rear slot. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 The horizontal and vertical perforation cuts should be 1 mm or less. Single sheets, front or rear entry Width* (inch) ... Humidity 59 to 77 °F (15 to 25 °C) 30 to the edges of glue at the perforation 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 °...
Product Information Guide
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... the side margins increase to match the width of the paper. Roll paper A The minimum top and bottom margins are 0.17 inch (4.2 mm). EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Printable Area Single sheets Envelopes A The minimum top and bottom margins are 0.17 inch (4.2 mm). The maximum printable width is 13.6 inches (345.4... margins increase to match the width of the paper. Standards and Approvals 120 V (US model) Safety standards UL 1950 CSA C22.2 No. 950 EMI FCC part 15 subpart B class B CSA C108.8 class B 230 V (European model) Safety standard EN 60950 EMI EN 55022 (CISPR pub. 22) class B AS...
... the side margins increase to match the width of the paper. Roll paper A The minimum top and bottom margins are 0.17 inch (4.2 mm). EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Printable Area Single sheets Envelopes A The minimum top and bottom margins are 0.17 inch (4.2 mm). The maximum printable width is 13.6 inches (345.4... margins increase to match the width of the paper. Standards and Approvals 120 V (US model) Safety standards UL 1950 CSA C22.2 No. 950 EMI FCC part 15 subpart B class B CSA C108.8 class B 230 V (European model) Safety standard EN 60950 EMI EN 55022 (CISPR pub. 22) class B AS...
Product Information Guide
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...: front and rear. The tractor is installed in the pull position. otherwise they may come off their backing sheets inside the printer and cause a paper jam. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 9 To use the tractor in the pull position, you cannot use the tear-off feature when the tractor is almost ... slot, be fed into the printer from the front, rear or bottom of paper jams. The bottom paper slot has the straightest paper path, so it in the rear push position when the printer is nearly straight. Please note that best suits your multipart forms have 5 or 6 parts (1 original plus 4 or ...
...: front and rear. The tractor is installed in the pull position. otherwise they may come off their backing sheets inside the printer and cause a paper jam. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 9 To use the tractor in the pull position, you cannot use the tear-off feature when the tractor is almost ... slot, be fed into the printer from the front, rear or bottom of paper jams. The bottom paper slot has the straightest paper path, so it in the rear push position when the printer is nearly straight. Please note that best suits your multipart forms have 5 or 6 parts (1 original plus 4 or ...
Product Information Guide
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Paper type Ordinary paper Thin paper Carbonless multipart forms with: 2 parts (original + 1 copy) 3 parts (original + 2 copies) 4 parts (original + 3 copies) 5 parts (original + 4 copies) 6 parts (original + 5 copies) 7 parts (original + 6 copies) * Continuous paper with 7 parts cannot be used at these temperatures. 10 - Multipart forms with labels Postcards Envelopes Lever position 0 or... off the printer and open the printer cover. Then set the paper-thickness lever one position lower to use, as described in the front, rear, or bottom slot. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Note...
Paper type Ordinary paper Thin paper Carbonless multipart forms with: 2 parts (original + 1 copy) 3 parts (original + 2 copies) 4 parts (original + 3 copies) 5 parts (original + 4 copies) 6 parts (original + 5 copies) 7 parts (original + 6 copies) * Continuous paper with 7 parts cannot be used at these temperatures. 10 - Multipart forms with labels Postcards Envelopes Lever position 0 or... off the printer and open the printer cover. Then set the paper-thickness lever one position lower to use, as described in the front, rear, or bottom slot. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Note...
Product Information Guide
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Do not try to print on single sheets with five or six parts, requires a straight paper path to avoid paper jams. Make sure the forms do not exceed 0.018 inch (0.46 mm). Tear off the fresh supply of ... entry slot. 2. Be sure to place the envelope printable side down the LF/FF button to eject the remaining labels from the printer. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Keep the following in the printer between jobs; When fed backward, labels can load labels in this section when loading single-sheet multipart forms, labels, envelopes, and...
Do not try to print on single sheets with five or six parts, requires a straight paper path to avoid paper jams. Make sure the forms do not exceed 0.018 inch (0.46 mm). Tear off the fresh supply of ... entry slot. 2. Be sure to place the envelope printable side down the LF/FF button to eject the remaining labels from the printer. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Keep the following in the printer between jobs; When fed backward, labels can load labels in this section when loading single-sheet multipart forms, labels, envelopes, and...
Product Information Guide
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... Related Documentation 4041363-00/ CPD-15991R1 EPSON FX-890/2190 User's Guide 3020817-00/ CPD-16124 CD-ROM containing online Reference Guide PLFX890 EPSON FX-890 Parts Price List PLFX2190 EPSON FX-2190 Parts Price List Transporting the Printer If you have just used the printer, the print head may be hot;... Unplug the power cord from the printer. 3. Make sure the paper tension ...
... Related Documentation 4041363-00/ CPD-15991R1 EPSON FX-890/2190 User's Guide 3020817-00/ CPD-16124 CD-ROM containing online Reference Guide PLFX890 EPSON FX-890 Parts Price List PLFX2190 EPSON FX-2190 Parts Price List Transporting the Printer If you have just used the printer, the print head may be hot;... Unplug the power cord from the printer. 3. Make sure the paper tension ...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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...Functionality-Printing technology LL Why buy an impact printer? Reliability - L LL L Nine-pin impact printers - or a 24-pin printer, and whether it is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. 1/00 Other trademarks are the property of multi-part forms that can all have paper loaded and...cartridge reliability M Total Print Volume vs. EPSON impact printers are capable of an EPSON's impact printer tells you if it has a narrow or wide carriage: LLL L Nine-pin printers all begin with FX, LX, or DFX Twenty-four pin printers all begin with tireless printheads and superior ...
...Functionality-Printing technology LL Why buy an impact printer? Reliability - L LL L Nine-pin impact printers - or a 24-pin printer, and whether it is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. 1/00 Other trademarks are the property of multi-part forms that can all have paper loaded and...cartridge reliability M Total Print Volume vs. EPSON impact printers are capable of an EPSON's impact printer tells you if it has a narrow or wide carriage: LLL L Nine-pin printers all begin with FX, LX, or DFX Twenty-four pin printers all begin with tireless printheads and superior ...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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EPSON 9-pin impact printers utilize ESC/P, the original printer control language. Tractor paper paths: EPSON impact printers all of impact printers. Gives you the greatest control when printing on multi-part forms by ensuring that the forms stay properly aligned. Front push paper path Rear push/pull Front push/pull EPSON Sales Training EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson... multi-part forms by ensuring that the forms stay properly aligned and do not get jammed or misfed. Two tractors hold the forms securely. In some it is fixed. Some EPSON impact printers also ...
EPSON 9-pin impact printers utilize ESC/P, the original printer control language. Tractor paper paths: EPSON impact printers all of impact printers. Gives you the greatest control when printing on multi-part forms by ensuring that the forms stay properly aligned. Front push paper path Rear push/pull Front push/pull EPSON Sales Training EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson... multi-part forms by ensuring that the forms stay properly aligned and do not get jammed or misfed. Two tractors hold the forms securely. In some it is fixed. Some EPSON impact printers also ...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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.... Set the lever to use. Technical Brief-Multimedia projectors Page 3 Single sheet paper paths: EPSON impact printers all can handle single sheet paper and single sheet multi-part forms, many EPSON impact printers have both front and top paper paths: Front paper path The front paper path has an... pull position. When the tractor is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. 1/00 Other trademarks are the property of the printer in the front, rear, or bottom slot. or side-bound single sheet multi-part forms Top paper path The top paper path accommodates single sheets, ...
.... Set the lever to use. Technical Brief-Multimedia projectors Page 3 Single sheet paper paths: EPSON impact printers all can handle single sheet paper and single sheet multi-part forms, many EPSON impact printers have both front and top paper paths: Front paper path The front paper path has an... pull position. When the tractor is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. 1/00 Other trademarks are the property of the printer in the front, rear, or bottom slot. or side-bound single sheet multi-part forms Top paper path The top paper path accommodates single sheets, ...
User Manual
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...arising from the use of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be liable for use of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. EPSON Store, EPSON Connection, and SoundAdvice are registered trademarks of any options or any consumable products other printers. The information contained herein is ... incurred by any form or by the purchaser or third parties as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION, Nagano, Japan. 4041363-03 CPD-15991R3 3/05 2 No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted...
...arising from the use of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be liable for use of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. EPSON Store, EPSON Connection, and SoundAdvice are registered trademarks of any options or any consumable products other printers. The information contained herein is ... incurred by any form or by the purchaser or third parties as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION, Nagano, Japan. 4041363-03 CPD-15991R3 3/05 2 No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted...
User Manual
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Using the Control Panel Buttons and Lights 35 Selecting a Font and Pitch 37 Changing the Printer's Default Settings 38 Default-setting mode 39 Emulating the Okidata Microline 320/321 Turbo 40 Troubleshooting Using the Error Indicators 41 Clearing Paper Jams 42 Printing a Self Test 43 Where To Get Help 44 Product Information Safety Instructions 45 Hot Parts Caution Symbol 45 Important Safety Instructions 45 ENERGY STAR Compliance 46 FCC Compliance Statement for United States Users 46 WARNING 47 For Canadian users 47 EPSON AMERICA, INC., LIMITED WARRANTY 47 4
Using the Control Panel Buttons and Lights 35 Selecting a Font and Pitch 37 Changing the Printer's Default Settings 38 Default-setting mode 39 Emulating the Okidata Microline 320/321 Turbo 40 Troubleshooting Using the Error Indicators 41 Clearing Paper Jams 42 Printing a Self Test 43 Where To Get Help 44 Product Information Safety Instructions 45 Hot Parts Caution Symbol 45 Important Safety Instructions 45 ENERGY STAR Compliance 46 FCC Compliance Statement for United States Users 46 WARNING 47 For Canadian users 47 EPSON AMERICA, INC., LIMITED WARRANTY 47 4
User Manual
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... pegs. Reinstall the paper tension unit by lowering it clicks. 9. Then press down until it down on the printer and lower the cover into place. 8. Make sure the top part of the cover is installed in mind: ❏ You can print with the cover open, printing speed will ...be slower. 10 Setting Up the Printer Then attach the paper guide. When printing, keep these points in the front or rear push position. ❏ For your safety and for the fastest printing, EPSON recommends keeping the printer cover closed while printing.
... pegs. Reinstall the paper tension unit by lowering it clicks. 9. Then press down until it down on the printer and lower the cover into place. 8. Make sure the top part of the cover is installed in mind: ❏ You can print with the cover open, printing speed will ...be slower. 10 Setting Up the Printer Then attach the paper guide. When printing, keep these points in the front or rear push position. ❏ For your safety and for the fastest printing, EPSON recommends keeping the printer cover closed while printing.
User Manual
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... of paper you start printing, make sure the paper-thickness setting is correct for the type of the printer. Adjusting the Paper-Thickness Setting Before you are using the tractor in the bottom or front pull position....printer off and open the printer cover. Select the correct setting according to this table: Paper type Ordinary paper Thin paper Carbonless multipart forms with: 2 parts (original + 1 copy) 3 parts (original + 2 copies) 4 parts (original + 3 copies) 5 parts (original + 4 copies) 6 parts (original + 5 copies) 7 parts (original + 6 copies)* Continuous paper with 7 parts...
... of paper you start printing, make sure the paper-thickness setting is correct for the type of the printer. Adjusting the Paper-Thickness Setting Before you are using the tractor in the bottom or front pull position....printer off and open the printer cover. Select the correct setting according to this table: Paper type Ordinary paper Thin paper Carbonless multipart forms with: 2 parts (original + 1 copy) 3 parts (original + 2 copies) 4 parts (original + 3 copies) 5 parts (original + 4 copies) 6 parts (original + 5 copies) 7 parts (original + 6 copies)* Continuous paper with 7 parts...
User Manual
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... operating conditions: Temperature 59 to 77°F (15 to 25°C) Humidity 30 to 60% RH ❏ Do not leave labels loaded in the printer between jobs; Note: ❏ It is the same as that are sensitive to temperature and humidity, use the front paper entry slot with sprocket holes... backing sheets with the optional front paper guide or front sheet guide installed. Do not try to print on single sheets with five or six parts, requires a straight paper path to avoid paper jams. For more information, see the Reference Guide. Thick paper, such as multipart forms with labels because...
... operating conditions: Temperature 59 to 77°F (15 to 25°C) Humidity 30 to 60% RH ❏ Do not leave labels loaded in the printer between jobs; Note: ❏ It is the same as that are sensitive to temperature and humidity, use the front paper entry slot with sprocket holes... backing sheets with the optional front paper guide or front sheet guide installed. Do not try to print on single sheets with five or six parts, requires a straight paper path to avoid paper jams. For more information, see the Reference Guide. Thick paper, such as multipart forms with labels because...
User Manual
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...into the electrical outlet does not exceed the electrical outlet's ampere rating. ❏ Unplug the printer before cleaning it, and always clean it is placed on the print head and other parts to indicate that regularly switch on and off. ❏ Do not use a damaged or ...devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord's ampere rating. Avoid using the printer. Never touch those parts just after the printer has been used. Chapter 5 Product Information Safety Instructions Hot Parts Caution Symbol K This symbol is tilted or placed at an angle. ❏ Do not ...
...into the electrical outlet does not exceed the electrical outlet's ampere rating. ❏ Unplug the printer before cleaning it, and always clean it is placed on the print head and other parts to indicate that regularly switch on and off. ❏ Do not use a damaged or ...devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord's ampere rating. Avoid using the printer. Never touch those parts just after the printer has been used. Chapter 5 Product Information Safety Instructions Hot Parts Caution Symbol K This symbol is tilted or placed at an angle. ❏ Do not ...
User Manual
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... ENERGY STAR guidelines for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. This equipment generates, uses, and ...accordance with the limits for energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, EPSON has determined that this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which the receiver ... with the computer and office equipment industry to promote the introduction of energy-efficient personal computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, copiers, and scanners in an effort to reduce air pollution caused by power generation....
... ENERGY STAR guidelines for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. This equipment generates, uses, and ...accordance with the limits for energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, EPSON has determined that this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which the receiver ... with the computer and office equipment industry to promote the introduction of energy-efficient personal computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, copiers, and scanners in an effort to reduce air pollution caused by power generation....