Product Brochure
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... Powerful, yet easy to -install 12 million character ribbon cartridge ■ Ensures a lower cost per page, while its Windows-based Epson Remote Configuration Manager Easy system integration ■ Provides resident Epson, IBM® and Microline printer languages for increased compatibility ■... cards Easy-to use, this versatile product is the perfect drop-in impact printing. Printer Throughput Test* - Its easy-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...
... Powerful, yet easy to -install 12 million character ribbon cartridge ■ Ensures a lower cost per page, while its Windows-based Epson Remote Configuration Manager Easy system integration ■ Provides resident Epson, IBM® and Microline printer languages for increased compatibility ■... cards Easy-to use, this versatile product is the perfect drop-in impact printing. Printer Throughput Test* - Its easy-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...
Product Information Guide
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...forms, or envelopes. Pull tractor unit (C800201 for FX-890, C800211 for FX-2190) Use the additional tractor in the pull position along with continuous multi-part forms. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 1 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Paper guide Paper guide cover Printer cover Edge guides Front cover Paper release lever Control...with your standard tractor installed in this feeder. FX-890 Reference number 107 108 120 115 106 121 104 541 105 101 User replaceable part Front cover Knob Logo plate Optional interface cover Paper guide Paper thickness lever cap Printer cover Ribbon cartridge Tractor...
...forms, or envelopes. Pull tractor unit (C800201 for FX-890, C800211 for FX-2190) Use the additional tractor in the pull position along with continuous multi-part forms. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 1 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Paper guide Paper guide cover Printer cover Edge guides Front cover Paper release lever Control...with your standard tractor installed in this feeder. FX-890 Reference number 107 108 120 115 106 121 104 541 105 101 User replaceable part Front cover Knob Logo plate Optional interface cover Paper guide Paper thickness lever cap Printer cover Ribbon cartridge Tractor...
Product Information Guide
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... msec; 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... 2 - Unidirectional text or graphics printing can install an optional interface card to 6 parts. Front paper guide (C814021 for FX-890, C814031 for more information. Optional Interface ...EPSON for FX-2190) Allows you to use your printer's built-in 1/432-inch increments FX-890: 80 columns (at 10 cpi) FX-2190: 136 columns (at 12 cpi Bidirectional logic seeking for FX-2190...
... msec; 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... 2 - Unidirectional text or graphics printing can install an optional interface card to 6 parts. Front paper guide (C814021 for FX-890, C814031 for more information. Optional Interface ...EPSON for FX-2190) Allows you to use your printer's built-in 1/432-inch increments FX-890: 80 columns (at 10 cpi) FX-2190: 136 columns (at 12 cpi Bidirectional logic seeking for FX-2190...
Product Information Guide
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... held down the Pause button for ribbon change timing Program reload mode 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 7 In this mode, you press the Pitch and Tear Off/Bin buttons at the same time, the printer enters the default setting mode. When held down. 10 Pause light On when...form position. Flashes when paper has not been fully ejected or paper is installed. See "Changing the Default Settings" on the printer. Power-on Functions The table below summarizes the power-on page 8. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Control Panel Buttons and Lights Button/Light Function 1 Font button Selects one...
... held down the Pause button for ribbon change timing Program reload mode 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 7 In this mode, you press the Pitch and Tear Off/Bin buttons at the same time, the printer enters the default setting mode. When held down. 10 Pause light On when...form position. Flashes when paper has not been fully ejected or paper is installed. See "Changing the Default Settings" on the printer. Power-on Functions The table below summarizes the power-on page 8. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Control Panel Buttons and Lights Button/Light Function 1 Font button Selects one...
Product Information Guide
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...when printing on thick paper such as multipart forms or continuous paper with an opening large enough for the FX-2190) and install it in the rear push position when the printer is almost straight. Push Tractor Positions There are two push tractor positions: front and rear. To use ... so it is nearly straight. Labels require a straight paper path; otherwise they may come off their backing sheets inside the printer and cause a paper jam. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 9 Paper slot front bottom rear Description If you to use the front paper slot because this paper path is shipped...
...when printing on thick paper such as multipart forms or continuous paper with an opening large enough for the FX-2190) and install it in the rear push position when the printer is almost straight. Push Tractor Positions There are two push tractor positions: front and rear. To use ... so it is nearly straight. Labels require a straight paper path; otherwise they may come off their backing sheets inside the printer and cause a paper jam. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 9 Paper slot front bottom rear Description If you to use the front paper slot because this paper path is shipped...
Product Information Guide
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...parts cannot be used at these temperatures. 10 - Pull tractor position For loading continuous paper from the top or front slot. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Setting the Paper Release Lever Set the paper release lever to indicate the paper source you are using. (See the table below...176;C) or higher, set the paper-thickness setting for the type of the printer in the table below .) Lever position Description Single-sheet position For loading single-sheet paper from the tractor installed on top of paper you want to improve print quality. Adjusting the Paper-...
...parts cannot be used at these temperatures. 10 - Pull tractor position For loading continuous paper from the top or front slot. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Setting the Paper Release Lever Set the paper release lever to indicate the paper source you are using. (See the table below...176;C) or higher, set the paper-thickness setting for the type of the printer in the table below .) Lever position Description Single-sheet position For loading single-sheet paper from the tractor installed on top of paper you want to improve print quality. Adjusting the Paper-...
Product Information Guide
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... using the paper guide, or you can load multiple envelopes using the optional high-capacity cut -sheet feeder). EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Thick paper, such as multipart forms with labels from the printer: 1. Do not load labels on labels, use them only under normal operating conditions: Temperature: 59 to 77... backing sheets with sprocket holes for use the front paper entry slot with the optional front paper guide or front sheet guide installed. Hold down and insert the top edge of labels that for thick envelopes). You can easily peel off the backing sheet and...
... using the paper guide, or you can load multiple envelopes using the optional high-capacity cut -sheet feeder). EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Thick paper, such as multipart forms with labels from the printer: 1. Do not load labels on labels, use them only under normal operating conditions: Temperature: 59 to 77... backing sheets with sprocket holes for use the front paper entry slot with the optional front paper guide or front sheet guide installed. Hold down and insert the top edge of labels that for thick envelopes). You can easily peel off the backing sheet and...
Product Information Guide
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..., always load them in the paper path. 3. The paper is still attached to printing on single sheets to the push tractor but is installed in the next step. When you are loading postcards long edge first, always load them long edge first. Note: To switch from printing ...on continuous paper with a push tractor. Caution: Never use the knob to the single-sheet position. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Postcards You can feed postcards one at a time may damage the printer or cause it . Before loading postcards, set the paper-thickness lever to position 2 and set the paper ...
..., always load them in the paper path. 3. The paper is still attached to printing on single sheets to the push tractor but is installed in the next step. When you are loading postcards long edge first, always load them long edge first. Note: To switch from printing ...on continuous paper with a push tractor. Caution: Never use the knob to the single-sheet position. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Postcards You can feed postcards one at a time may damage the printer or cause it . Before loading postcards, set the paper-thickness lever to position 2 and set the paper ...
Product Information Guide
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...FX-890 or FX-2190 work like the Okidata® Microline® 320 Turbo or 321 Turbo. If you use your printer in the original mode are consistent with your printer in Okidata mode. If you have been using an Okidata printer, you made to the printer's settings in Okidata mode. To do not install...you make sure the printer is on the FX-890/FX-2190. You can make your FX-890/FX-2190, make settings. Make sure the printer is turned off wait time Bottom margin Line spacing (lines per inch) Paper out override Printer settings in Okidata mode IBM PPDS, EPSON ESC/P, Oki ML 320T...
...FX-890 or FX-2190 work like the Okidata® Microline® 320 Turbo or 321 Turbo. If you use your printer in the original mode are consistent with your printer in Okidata mode. If you have been using an Okidata printer, you made to the printer's settings in Okidata mode. To do not install...you make sure the printer is on the FX-890/FX-2190. You can make your FX-890/FX-2190, make settings. Make sure the printer is turned off wait time Bottom margin Line spacing (lines per inch) Paper out override Printer settings in Okidata mode IBM PPDS, EPSON ESC/P, Oki ML 320T...
Product Information Guide
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... installed in the printer's original box. 18 - Do not spray lubricants inside the printer. Contact an EPSON dealer if you have just used the printer, the print head may be hot; Warning: You need to remove the ribbon cartridge. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 unsuitable oils can damage the printer components as well as described below. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Cleaning the Printer...
... installed in the printer's original box. 18 - Do not spray lubricants inside the printer. Contact an EPSON dealer if you have just used the printer, the print head may be hot; Warning: You need to remove the ribbon cartridge. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 unsuitable oils can damage the printer components as well as described below. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Cleaning the Printer...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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Start UP Utility Ver. 1.22 Copyright (C) SEIKO EPSON CORP. 1992 Printer: FX-2180 Mode: ESC/P Port: LPT1 Font : Roman Pitch : 10CPI Print Quality : LQ Character Table : PC 437 Continuous Rear : 11 inch Continuous Rear... Simplifies setup when installing multiple printers-just make the necessary changes in the software utility, and download the settings to the user. This utility program provides printer status, error conditions, and trouble shooting instructions to each printer L EPSON Remote! Utility EPSON Remote! is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. 1/00 Other...
Start UP Utility Ver. 1.22 Copyright (C) SEIKO EPSON CORP. 1992 Printer: FX-2180 Mode: ESC/P Port: LPT1 Font : Roman Pitch : 10CPI Print Quality : LQ Character Table : PC 437 Continuous Rear : 11 inch Continuous Rear... Simplifies setup when installing multiple printers-just make the necessary changes in the software utility, and download the settings to the user. This utility program provides printer status, error conditions, and trouble shooting instructions to each printer L EPSON Remote! Utility EPSON Remote! is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. 1/00 Other...
User Manual
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... your equipment. It describes all the printer's functions, optional products, printer software, troubleshooting, and technical specifications. For help which is installed automatically when you install the printer software. Introduction This manual covers the following basic information to get you started using your printer software, you can make your FX-890 or FX-2190 work like the Okidata® Microline...
... your equipment. It describes all the printer's functions, optional products, printer software, troubleshooting, and technical specifications. For help which is installed automatically when you install the printer software. Introduction This manual covers the following basic information to get you started using your printer software, you can make your FX-890 or FX-2190 work like the Okidata® Microline...
User Manual
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...Error" message appears, click Cancel. If the list in the installation or setup procedure. Click Browse and select the path for the printer driver. Then click OK and follow the instructions on -screen instructions...EPSON printer at the appropriate step in your application does not include your application. 6. If you are using Windows 98, the Printer Utility Setup may start. Select the appropriate file in your printer, choose the first available printer from the following list: For FX-890: For FX-2190: FX-980 FX-880+ FX-880 FX-870 FX-850 FX-800 FX-85 FX-80+ FX-80 FX-2180 FX...
...Error" message appears, click Cancel. If the list in the installation or setup procedure. Click Browse and select the path for the printer driver. Then click OK and follow the instructions on -screen instructions...EPSON printer at the appropriate step in your application does not include your application. 6. If you are using Windows 98, the Printer Utility Setup may start. Select the appropriate file in your printer, choose the first available printer from the following list: For FX-890: For FX-2190: FX-980 FX-880+ FX-880 FX-870 FX-850 FX-800 FX-85 FX-80+ FX-80 FX-2180 FX...
User Manual
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... could come off the paper supply at a time from the pull tractor 1. Loading Single Sheets with the optional front paper guide or front sheet guide installed. c Caution: Never press the Load/Eject or Tear Off/Bin button when you finish printing, tear off the pull tractor and jam the... and 16.5 inches (420 mm) wide on the FX-2190. After you are using the paper guide. c Caution: Do not load multipart forms, carbon paper, or labels in the paper guide. 26 Paper Handling Removing paper from the top of the printer using the pull tractor; To feed paper forward and eject it...
... could come off the paper supply at a time from the pull tractor 1. Loading Single Sheets with the optional front paper guide or front sheet guide installed. c Caution: Never press the Load/Eject or Tear Off/Bin button when you finish printing, tear off the pull tractor and jam the... and 16.5 inches (420 mm) wide on the FX-2190. After you are using the paper guide. c Caution: Do not load multipart forms, carbon paper, or labels in the paper guide. 26 Paper Handling Removing paper from the top of the printer using the pull tractor; To feed paper forward and eject it...
User Manual
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...not install the Windows driver that came with your FX-890 or FX-2190 work like the Okidata Microline 320 Turbo or 321 Turbo. Feature Software emulation Auto tear off . If you have been using an Okidata printer, you may want to their default values. To enter Okidata mode on the FX-890/FX-2190. You... Okidata Microline 320/321 Turbo factory settings. Then hold down the Tear Off/Bin and Pause buttons while you made to the printer's settings in Okidata mode IBM PPDS, EPSON ESC/P, Oki ML 320T 0.5 second, 1 second, 2 seconds, Others 4.2 mm, 20 mm, 22 mm, 24 mm, Others 6 LPI, 8 LPI Off (...
...not install the Windows driver that came with your FX-890 or FX-2190 work like the Okidata Microline 320 Turbo or 321 Turbo. Feature Software emulation Auto tear off . If you have been using an Okidata printer, you may want to their default values. To enter Okidata mode on the FX-890/FX-2190. You... Okidata Microline 320/321 Turbo factory settings. Then hold down the Tear Off/Bin and Pause buttons while you made to the printer's settings in Okidata mode IBM PPDS, EPSON ESC/P, Oki ML 320T 0.5 second, 1 second, 2 seconds, Others 4.2 mm, 20 mm, 22 mm, 24 mm, Others 6 LPI, 8 LPI Off (...