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P R I NTER SP ECI F IC ATION S Printing Method Laser Electrophotographic Microprocessor 23 MHz RISC Resolution 600 x 600 dpi standard 1200 dpi image class with enhanced MicroGray™ technologies Memory 2MB (expandable to 13 MB) Print Speed Standard Time to first print Warm-up time 8 ppm
P R I NTER SP ECI F IC ATION S Printing Method Laser Electrophotographic Microprocessor 23 MHz RISC Resolution 600 x 600 dpi standard 1200 dpi image class with enhanced MicroGray™ technologies Memory 2MB (expandable to 13 MB) Print Speed Standard Time to first print Warm-up time 8 ppm
Product Information Guide
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EPSON EPL-5700i latch printer cover ready light (green) error light (red) output tray extension paper tray power switch manual feed slot paper path selector USB interface connector AC inlet parallel interface connector Printer Specifications Printing Printing method: Laser beam scanning and dry electrophotographic process Resolution: 600 dpi × 600 dpi, 300 dpi × 300 dpi Printing speed: Up to 8 pages per minute, depending on the font and print quality First print: Less than 19 seconds with letter/A4 Warm-up time: About 20 seconds...
EPSON EPL-5700i latch printer cover ready light (green) error light (red) output tray extension paper tray power switch manual feed slot paper path selector USB interface connector AC inlet parallel interface connector Printer Specifications Printing Printing method: Laser beam scanning and dry electrophotographic process Resolution: 600 dpi × 600 dpi, 300 dpi × 300 dpi Printing speed: Up to 8 pages per minute, depending on the font and print quality First print: Less than 19 seconds with letter/A4 Warm-up time: About 20 seconds...
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.... Note: Before printing, make sure the Paper Size setting in addition to application, see your application program. Using the Optional 500-Sheet Lower Cassette Unit The optional 500-sheet lower cassette unit (C812881 for letter size paper, C812871 for more information. Make sure the printer's power switch is turned off the printer. 2. Loading Paper 1. Insert the paper printable side up the output tray extension on the Lower Cassette Unit. 4. Pull up into an electrical outlet. 7. Installing the Unit 1. Be sure...
.... Note: Before printing, make sure the Paper Size setting in addition to application, see your application program. Using the Optional 500-Sheet Lower Cassette Unit The optional 500-sheet lower cassette unit (C812881 for letter size paper, C812871 for more information. Make sure the printer's power switch is turned off the printer. 2. Loading Paper 1. Insert the paper printable side up the output tray extension on the Lower Cassette Unit. 4. Pull up into an electrical outlet. 7. Installing the Unit 1. Be sure...
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... labels and transparencies that require a straight-through paper path. 1. EPSON EPL-5700i 9/99 If you want to install a memory module: 1. Using the Optional Face-up to install a SIMM unless the printer is accessible. Install the face-up , use numerous downloaded fonts. Using an Optional Memory Module By installing a Single In-line Memory Module (SIMM), you immediate viewing of your printed output and is recommended for printing on top of memory is factory set for face-down output. Turn off the printer...
... labels and transparencies that require a straight-through paper path. 1. EPSON EPL-5700i 9/99 If you want to install a memory module: 1. Using the Optional Face-up to install a SIMM unless the printer is accessible. Install the face-up , use numerous downloaded fonts. Using an Optional Memory Module By installing a Single In-line Memory Module (SIMM), you immediate viewing of your printed output and is recommended for printing on top of memory is factory set for face-down output. Turn off the printer...
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... cartridge properly. Caution: When removing the developer cartridge, never touch the developing roller under the flap; Replacing the Developer Cartridge Follow these steps to touch the fuser. EPSON EPL-5700i Replacing Consumable Products Your printer uses two consumable components, which is turned off. 2. t Developer cartridge (S050010) Up to 6,000 pages, depending on the left side of the printer and lifting the cover up and out of your print jobs Replace the developer cartridge...
... cartridge properly. Caution: When removing the developer cartridge, never touch the developing roller under the flap; Replacing the Developer Cartridge Follow these steps to touch the fuser. EPSON EPL-5700i Replacing Consumable Products Your printer uses two consumable components, which is turned off. 2. t Developer cartridge (S050010) Up to 6,000 pages, depending on the left side of the printer and lifting the cover up and out of your print jobs Replace the developer cartridge...
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... output tray. Remove the new photoconductor unit from its edges to accumulate on the printer, access the printer settings dialog box in the paper tray. otherwise, print quality may require a service call. Slide the unit gently into the opening until it clicks shut. 9. Paper Feeding Problems Preventing Paper Feed and Paper Jam Problems If you have frequent paper feed or paper jam problems, try the following: t Fan the stack of the printer, as described in the following table: Ready light Error light (green) (red) Printer status...
... output tray. Remove the new photoconductor unit from its edges to accumulate on the printer, access the printer settings dialog box in the paper tray. otherwise, print quality may require a service call. Slide the unit gently into the opening until it clicks shut. 9. Paper Feeding Problems Preventing Paper Feed and Paper Jam Problems If you have frequent paper feed or paper jam problems, try the following: t Fan the stack of the printer, as described in the following table: Ready light Error light (green) (red) Printer status...
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... print quality may be impaired. 9/99 EPSON EPL-5700i - 9 jammed paper 3. Remove the developer cartridge. 1. Be careful not to remove paper when it is jammed as shown below. Remove the photoconductor unit. EPSON EPL-5700i Clearing Paper Jams The following steps describe how to touch the fuser. Warning: Opening the printer cover exposes the fuser, which is turned off. 2. CAUTION Hot Surface Avoid Contact 4. Open the printer cover by pressing the latch on the left side of paper jams are described in use, the fuser...
... print quality may be impaired. 9/99 EPSON EPL-5700i - 9 jammed paper 3. Remove the developer cartridge. 1. Be careful not to remove paper when it is jammed as shown below. Remove the photoconductor unit. EPSON EPL-5700i Clearing Paper Jams The following steps describe how to touch the fuser. Warning: Opening the printer cover exposes the fuser, which is turned off. 2. CAUTION Hot Surface Avoid Contact 4. Open the printer cover by pressing the latch on the left side of paper jams are described in use, the fuser...
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... the standard or optional paper tray, as shown below. EPSON EPL-5700i 9/99 Open the printer cover. The jammed page is jammed at the fuser, grasp the bottom of the paper and pull it into the printer. 3. Remove any paper left in the printer. If necessary, remove the developer cartridge and photoconductor unit, and any paper from the paper tray. 6. Tap the edges of paper that jammed. Reinstall the photoconductor unit, then the developer cartridge. 7. If the error light (red) continues flashing after removing...
... the standard or optional paper tray, as shown below. EPSON EPL-5700i 9/99 Open the printer cover. The jammed page is jammed at the fuser, grasp the bottom of the paper and pull it into the printer. 3. Remove any paper left in the printer. If necessary, remove the developer cartridge and photoconductor unit, and any paper from the paper tray. 6. Tap the edges of paper that jammed. Reinstall the photoconductor unit, then the developer cartridge. 7. If the error light (red) continues flashing after removing...
User Manual
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... of features. Chapter 3, "EPSON Status Monitor 3 Utility," allows you to do if you encounter problems. Getting Started 1 Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting," gives helpful information for any printer errors. About This Guide This guide contains information about using your Getting Ready guide to operate the printer. Chapter 2, "Using Options," gives step-by-step instructions for installing the options available for paper type and size. Chapter 1, "Using Your Printer," describes how to install the options and printer software. t Use your printer.
... of features. Chapter 3, "EPSON Status Monitor 3 Utility," allows you to do if you encounter problems. Getting Started 1 Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting," gives helpful information for any printer errors. About This Guide This guide contains information about using your Getting Ready guide to operate the printer. Chapter 2, "Using Options," gives step-by-step instructions for installing the options available for paper type and size. Chapter 1, "Using Your Printer," describes how to install the options and printer software. t Use your printer.
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About Your Printer Your printer is useful for high-speed data transfer and bidirectional communication with a full set up the printer, connect it to ease of laser printers. This gives your printer. Appendix B, "Contacting Customer Support," explains customer support information. The printer supports ECP mode in the Getting Ready guide. ECP mode is the latest in both text and graphics. You simply set of diagonal and curved lines in EPSON's advanced line of use . The main...
About Your Printer Your printer is useful for high-speed data transfer and bidirectional communication with a full set up the printer, connect it to ease of laser printers. This gives your printer. Appendix B, "Contacting Customer Support," explains customer support information. The printer supports ECP mode in the Getting Ready guide. ECP mode is the latest in both text and graphics. You simply set of diagonal and curved lines in EPSON's advanced line of use . The main...
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... printer driver settings made from many Windows applications override settings made when the driver is automatically installed when you with detailed information and instructions on the File menu. t To access the printer driver from Macintosh, Choose Chooser from your application software, click the Print or Page Setup command on the printer driver that controls your Windows operating system, as explained below. Accessing the printer driver 1 You can access the Online Help from the printer driver. t To access the printer driver from...
... printer driver settings made from many Windows applications override settings made when the driver is automatically installed when you with detailed information and instructions on the File menu. t To access the printer driver from Macintosh, Choose Chooser from your application software, click the Print or Page Setup command on the printer driver that controls your Windows operating system, as explained below. Accessing the printer driver 1 You can access the Online Help from the printer driver. t To access the printer driver from...
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... you are using a shared printer in Windows NT 4.0, it , and install the printer software on those computers. Setting up your printer as a shared printer Follow these instructions, you must specify the network path to the printer from each computer that you need to set up the printer as a shared printer on the File menu. 1-4 Using Your Printer If you do not follow the instructions below carefully, especially "Accessing the printer through a network," which...
... you are using a shared printer in Windows NT 4.0, it , and install the printer software on those computers. Setting up your printer as a shared printer Follow these instructions, you must specify the network path to the printer from each computer that you need to set up the printer as a shared printer on the File menu. 1-4 Using Your Printer If you do not follow the instructions below carefully, especially "Accessing the printer through a network," which...
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... flap side down and short edge first. However, you may be irregular because different parts of labels in the paper-tray. Always test samples of labels one or two envelopes to feed some types of paper stock before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs. The EPL-5700L/EPL-5700i Laser Printer can print on special media Note: 1 Since the quality of any type of paper. Load envelopes with the hot fuser. Do not use labels that completely cover...
... flap side down and short edge first. However, you may be irregular because different parts of labels in the paper-tray. Always test samples of labels one or two envelopes to feed some types of paper stock before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs. The EPL-5700L/EPL-5700i Laser Printer can print on special media Note: 1 Since the quality of any type of paper. Load envelopes with the hot fuser. Do not use labels that completely cover...
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... the selection method varies from the paper cassette. 2. Be sure to even the edges. Fan a stack of paper and tap it locks into the tray. 2-4 Using Options Note: After installing the printer driver, you can check the memory installation in the EPSON Status Monitor 3. Windows users can check in the Printer Driver by selecting the Optional Settings tab under Properties, and Macintosh users can confirm the optional 500Sheet Lower Cassette Unit is installed correctly.
... the selection method varies from the paper cassette. 2. Be sure to even the edges. Fan a stack of paper and tap it locks into the tray. 2-4 Using Options Note: After installing the printer driver, you can check the memory installation in the EPSON Status Monitor 3. Windows users can check in the Printer Driver by selecting the Optional Settings tab under Properties, and Macintosh users can confirm the optional 500Sheet Lower Cassette Unit is installed correctly.
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... Light (green) Not lighted Lighted Flashing Not lighted Error Light (red) Not lighted Not lighted Not lighted Flashing Not lighted Lighted Printer Status Printer is an error that requires a service call. Either the printer is an error that can be the first indication of trouble. If this does not remedy the error, contact your dealer for assistance. 4-2 Troubleshooting Printing is warming up or receiving data. This is out of problem you a possible solution. Problems and Solutions Ready and Error Lights...
... Light (green) Not lighted Lighted Flashing Not lighted Error Light (red) Not lighted Not lighted Not lighted Flashing Not lighted Lighted Printer Status Printer is an error that requires a service call. Either the printer is an error that can be the first indication of trouble. If this does not remedy the error, contact your dealer for assistance. 4-2 Troubleshooting Printing is warming up or receiving data. This is out of problem you a possible solution. Problems and Solutions Ready and Error Lights...
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... then reinstall it from side to side to check the print quality. Smooth, high-quality copier paper is correct. Uneven darkness t Your paper may be moist or damp. t Make sure the paper type is recommended for best results. If this does not solve the problem, install a new cartridge. Toner smudges Your paper may not be using the correct type of your paper in Toner Save mode. t Check whether the printer is in a humid or...
... then reinstall it from side to side to check the print quality. Smooth, high-quality copier paper is correct. Uneven darkness t Your paper may be moist or damp. t Make sure the paper type is recommended for best results. If this does not solve the problem, install a new cartridge. Toner smudges Your paper may not be using the correct type of your paper in Toner Save mode. t Check whether the printer is in a humid or...
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... paper. For Macintosh users, the EPSON Status Monitor 3 automatically appears when a problem occurs with too many sheets of 75g/m² (20lb) paper. To solve your printer is the case, allow the computer enough time to solve them. See Chapter 2, "Using Options," for instructions on page 4-10. The 500-Sheet Lower Cassette Unit may be running a self-test or initializing itself. A communication error has occurred The printer may be installed...
... paper. For Macintosh users, the EPSON Status Monitor 3 automatically appears when a problem occurs with too many sheets of 75g/m² (20lb) paper. To solve your printer is the case, allow the computer enough time to solve them. See Chapter 2, "Using Options," for instructions on page 4-10. The 500-Sheet Lower Cassette Unit may be running a self-test or initializing itself. A communication error has occurred The printer may be installed...
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... install the printer driver in the list of shared printers check box is set on the network module. The status information does not match the real status of shared printers is checked in the computer hosting the Windows shared printer, and be set internally by EPSON Status Monitor 3. Verify that EPSON Status Monitor 3 is ready to print. Also, verify that file and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks is shown in Windows 4-20 Troubleshooting In Windows 98...
... install the printer driver in the list of shared printers check box is set on the network module. The status information does not match the real status of shared printers is checked in the computer hosting the Windows shared printer, and be set internally by EPSON Status Monitor 3. Verify that EPSON Status Monitor 3 is ready to print. Also, verify that file and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks is shown in Windows 4-20 Troubleshooting In Windows 98...
Service Manual
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... problem s. 3.1.2 Electric Check Point Refer to handle each error. Also refer to the section "Troubleshooting" of the EPL-5700L/5700i User's Guide, which provides detailed instructions on the host com puter. Revision A TROUBLESHOOTING OVERVIEW 26 EPL-5700L/5700i 3.1 OVERVIEW 3.1.1 Overview Since the EPL-5700L/5700i is a host-based printer, m ost problem s can be cleared by operating "EPSON Printer W indow !3" on how to 3.2 of the EPL-5700 Service M anual. W hen an error occurs, "EPSON Printer...
... problem s. 3.1.2 Electric Check Point Refer to handle each error. Also refer to the section "Troubleshooting" of the EPL-5700L/5700i User's Guide, which provides detailed instructions on the host com puter. Revision A TROUBLESHOOTING OVERVIEW 26 EPL-5700L/5700i 3.1 OVERVIEW 3.1.1 Overview Since the EPL-5700L/5700i is a host-based printer, m ost problem s can be cleared by operating "EPSON Printer W indow !3" on how to 3.2 of the EPL-5700 Service M anual. W hen an error occurs, "EPSON Printer...
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... I0001 Protocol Error Replace the Main Board. EEPROM Access Error • Initialize EEPROM. • Replace the Main Board. Software Error • Reboot the host PC. • Reinstall the driver. • Replace the Main Board. off and on . Revision A Table 3-1. E0009 E0014 Abnormal Laser Refer to 3.4.2.2 of the EPL-5700 Service Manual. TROUBLESHOOTING HANDLING SERVICE CALL ERRORS 27 Turning on the printer while printing. C1000 C1200 C2000 Win Mac Standard RAM Check Error Replace the...
... I0001 Protocol Error Replace the Main Board. EEPROM Access Error • Initialize EEPROM. • Replace the Main Board. Software Error • Reboot the host PC. • Reinstall the driver. • Replace the Main Board. off and on . Revision A Table 3-1. E0009 E0014 Abnormal Laser Refer to 3.4.2.2 of the EPL-5700 Service Manual. TROUBLESHOOTING HANDLING SERVICE CALL ERRORS 27 Turning on the printer while printing. C1000 C1200 C2000 Win Mac Standard RAM Check Error Replace the...