Product Support Bulletin(s)
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...1010, LQ-850, LQ-950, LQ-1050, L1000, AP-4000, AP-4500 1 beep: BEL code (.5 set beep) 1 beep: A Control Panel setting is over heated. EPSON AMERICA, INC. EPSON Product Support Bulletin Subject: 24 Pin Printer Error and Beep Codes Date: 4/3/91 Page(s): 1 of three beeps. ... beeps: Abnormal carriage movement The following error codes are listed by the printers are longer, it has been noted in locating and repairing customer's printers. The description "3 Beeps x 2" means two sets of 4 PSB No: P-0076 Originator JV Epson printers issue beep tones when certain error conditions exist.
...1010, LQ-850, LQ-950, LQ-1050, L1000, AP-4000, AP-4500 1 beep: BEL code (.5 set beep) 1 beep: A Control Panel setting is over heated. EPSON AMERICA, INC. EPSON Product Support Bulletin Subject: 24 Pin Printer Error and Beep Codes Date: 4/3/91 Page(s): 1 of three beeps. ... beeps: Abnormal carriage movement The following error codes are listed by the printers are longer, it has been noted in locating and repairing customer's printers. The description "3 Beeps x 2" means two sets of 4 PSB No: P-0076 Originator JV Epson printers issue beep tones when certain error conditions exist.
Product Support Bulletin(s)
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... inform the user of the PROMS or jumper J1 may have been mixed. PSB No: P-0076 Page: 3 of 4 LQ-2500 NOTE: Printers with LCD displays use error messages along with the Power-on LED lit can be caused by a bent pin on one of problems. The ... 03 EEROM read/write error 10 Abnormal carriage movement LQ-2550 1 beep: BEL code 3 beeps: Paper End detected 5 beeps: Abnormal carriage movement (.5 sec. The printer's internal program could not be set incorrectly. 1 beep: BEL code 5 beeps: Abnormal voltage- 5 beeps: Abnormal carriage movement (.5 sec. pause between beeps) 5 beeps...
... inform the user of the PROMS or jumper J1 may have been mixed. PSB No: P-0076 Page: 3 of 4 LQ-2500 NOTE: Printers with LCD displays use error messages along with the Power-on LED lit can be caused by a bent pin on one of problems. The ... 03 EEROM read/write error 10 Abnormal carriage movement LQ-2550 1 beep: BEL code 3 beeps: Paper End detected 5 beeps: Abnormal carriage movement (.5 sec. The printer's internal program could not be set incorrectly. 1 beep: BEL code 5 beeps: Abnormal voltage- 5 beeps: Abnormal carriage movement (.5 sec. pause between beeps) 5 beeps...
Product Support Bulletin(s)
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... is loaded using the knob instead of these errors are corrected by new operators who are usually caused by turning the printer off, taking out the paper and turning the printer back on TIB LQ2550-005. Four possible areas of 4 LQ-2550 cont. 03 A 'Verify After Write" check to ensure proper paper...
... is loaded using the knob instead of these errors are corrected by new operators who are usually caused by turning the printer off, taking out the paper and turning the printer back on TIB LQ2550-005. Four possible areas of 4 LQ-2550 cont. 03 A 'Verify After Write" check to ensure proper paper...
User Manual
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... it meets resistance. When loading a single sheet of paper: 1. Product Update Notice 1 4000308 C01-00 Print Speed Your printer now prints at the following speeds. Turn on line so that have been added since the User's Manual was printed. Quality Draft Letter Characters/inch ...10 12 10 12 Characters/second/line 160 192 53 64 Loading Single Sheets of Paper The printer now automatically loads single sheets of paper. EPSON® Product Update Notice This booklet describes the new features of your computer.
... it meets resistance. When loading a single sheet of paper: 1. Product Update Notice 1 4000308 C01-00 Print Speed Your printer now prints at the following speeds. Turn on line so that have been added since the User's Manual was printed. Quality Draft Letter Characters/inch ...10 12 10 12 Characters/second/line 160 192 53 64 Loading Single Sheets of Paper The printer now automatically loads single sheets of paper. EPSON® Product Update Notice This booklet describes the new features of your computer.
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... feature of your User's Manual), when using single sheets (described in Chapter 21, and when you switch from continuous paper to take the printer off line. Using SelecType The printer now has ten built-in Chapter 2). Note: If the platen turns without loading the paper, press ON LINE to single sheets (described...
... feature of your User's Manual), when using single sheets (described in Chapter 21, and when you switch from continuous paper to take the printer off line. Using SelecType The printer now has ten built-in Chapter 2). Note: If the platen turns without loading the paper, press ON LINE to single sheets (described...
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...select one of these two fonts, the indicator lights show the selected font. Chapter 3 shows samples of the Epson Courier, Epson Prestige, Epson Script, OCR-B, OCR-A, Epson Orator, and Epson Orator-S fonts. You use the software command ESC k to the Multi-Font Module. The SelecType feature is blinking...Update Notice 3 Therefore, ignore any references to select the other two built-in fonts: ESCk6 OCR-A ESCk8 Epson Orator-S When you press the FONT button, the printer scrolls through eight of the ten built-in Chapter 9 of your User's Manual. The Multi-Font Module section...
...select one of these two fonts, the indicator lights show the selected font. Chapter 3 shows samples of the Epson Courier, Epson Prestige, Epson Script, OCR-B, OCR-A, Epson Orator, and Epson Orator-S fonts. You use the software command ESC k to the Multi-Font Module. The SelecType feature is blinking...Update Notice 3 Therefore, ignore any references to select the other two built-in fonts: ESCk6 OCR-A ESCk8 Epson Orator-S When you press the FONT button, the printer scrolls through eight of the ten built-in Chapter 9 of your User's Manual. The Multi-Font Module section...
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PC 865 (Norway) Application Notes The Application Notes booklet for this printer is no longer available. 8 Product Update Notice Printed in Japan 90.09-10
PC 865 (Norway) Application Notes The Application Notes booklet for this printer is no longer available. 8 Product Update Notice Printed in Japan 90.09-10
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... levels that exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. No part of a non-shielded printer interface cable to unused interfaces. Neither is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. ActionPrinter is a registered trademark of Epson America, Inc. If this equipment has more of the information contained herein. assumes no guarantee that...
... levels that exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. No part of a non-shielded printer interface cable to unused interfaces. Neither is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. ActionPrinter is a registered trademark of Epson America, Inc. If this equipment has more of the information contained herein. assumes no guarantee that...
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...4 Application Notes 5 Where to Get Help 6 Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer 1-2 Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-5 Assembling the Printer 1-7 Testing the Printer 1-14 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-23 Setting Up Your Application Software 1-26 Chapter 2 Paper ...Paper Switching Between Continuous and Single Sheets Printing on Special Paper 2-1 2-2 2-3 2-7 2-16 2-24 Chapter 3 Using the Printer Operating the Control Panel Setting the DIP Switches Page Length Skip Over Perforation Adjusting the Loading Position Using Short Tear-Off ...
...4 Application Notes 5 Where to Get Help 6 Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer 1-2 Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-5 Assembling the Printer 1-7 Testing the Printer 1-14 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-23 Setting Up Your Application Software 1-26 Chapter 2 Paper ...Paper Switching Between Continuous and Single Sheets Printing on Special Paper 2-1 2-2 2-3 2-7 2-16 2-24 Chapter 3 Using the Printer Operating the Control Panel Setting the DIP Switches Page Length Skip Over Perforation Adjusting the Loading Position Using Short Tear-Off ...
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... 4 Software and Graphics Enhancing Your Printing Graphics User-defined Characters 4-1 4-2 4-9 4-20 Chapter 5 Using the Printer Options The Cut Sheet Feeder The Pull Tractor The Multi-Font Module The Interface Boards 5-1 5-2 5-21 5-34...Chapter 6 Maintenance 6-1 Replacing the Ribbon 6-5 Transporting the Printer 6-11 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting 7-1 Problems and Solutions 7-2 Power Supply 7-4 Printing 7-5 Paper Handling 7-14 Options 7-24 Chapter 8 Technical Specifications Printer Specifications Interface Specifications Option Specifications Initialization 8-1 8-2 8-8 ...
... 4 Software and Graphics Enhancing Your Printing Graphics User-defined Characters 4-1 4-2 4-9 4-20 Chapter 5 Using the Printer Options The Cut Sheet Feeder The Pull Tractor The Multi-Font Module The Interface Boards 5-1 5-2 5-21 5-34...Chapter 6 Maintenance 6-1 Replacing the Ribbon 6-5 Transporting the Printer 6-11 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting 7-1 Problems and Solutions 7-2 Power Supply 7-4 Printing 7-5 Paper Handling 7-14 Options 7-24 Chapter 8 Technical Specifications Printer Specifications Interface Specifications Option Specifications Initialization 8-1 8-2 8-8 ...
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A micro-adjustment feature that allows you have come to expect from Epson printers, this printer offers the following features: Easy paper handling, featuring automatic single-sheet loading. Two built-in Letter Quality fonts (Roman and Sans Serif) for...the paper forward or backward to 180 characters per second at 12 cpi (characters per inch graphics mode. Introduction The Epson® ActionPrinter™ 4500 is an advanced 24-pin dot matrix printer combining compact design and high performance with a wide range of normal or condensed printing. The SmartPark™ paper handling...
A micro-adjustment feature that allows you have come to expect from Epson printers, this printer offers the following features: Easy paper handling, featuring automatic single-sheet loading. Two built-in Letter Quality fonts (Roman and Sans Serif) for...the paper forward or backward to 180 characters per second at 12 cpi (characters per inch graphics mode. Introduction The Epson® ActionPrinter™ 4500 is an advanced 24-pin dot matrix printer combining compact design and high performance with a wide range of normal or condensed printing. The SmartPark™ paper handling...
User Manual
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To locate or purchase accessories or supplies, contact your printer. Options and Supplies A variety of printer options is available for use with your nearest Epson dealer or call 1-800-873-7766. For detailed information on installing and using these options, see Chapter 5. Up to...to handle single-sheet paper easily and efficiently. Introduction l Fourteen international character sets, a legal symbol set, an italic character table, and the Epson Extended Graphics character table. l Single-bin Cut Sheet Feeder (C806241) The cut sheet feeder makes it possible to handle a wide range of ...
To locate or purchase accessories or supplies, contact your printer. Options and Supplies A variety of printer options is available for use with your nearest Epson dealer or call 1-800-873-7766. For detailed information on installing and using these options, see Chapter 5. Up to...to handle single-sheet paper easily and efficiently. Introduction l Fourteen international character sets, a legal symbol set, an italic character table, and the Epson Extended Graphics character table. l Single-bin Cut Sheet Feeder (C806241) The cut sheet feeder makes it possible to handle a wide range of ...
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Guidelines for the day-to-day operation of your printer. 4 Introduction l Chapters 2 and 3 cover paper handling and general printer operation. Be sure to supplement the printer's built-in parallel interface. Finding your printer. Inside the back flap of this manual are illustrations of the major parts ..., setting up and operating your way around l Chapter 1 contains information on setting up , testing, and connecting the printer. This important information is necessary for choosing the right interface and instructions on installing the boards are given in which all of the...
Guidelines for the day-to-day operation of your printer. 4 Introduction l Chapters 2 and 3 cover paper handling and general printer operation. Be sure to supplement the printer's built-in parallel interface. Finding your printer. Inside the back flap of this manual are illustrations of the major parts ..., setting up and operating your way around l Chapter 1 contains information on setting up , testing, and connecting the printer. This important information is necessary for choosing the right interface and instructions on installing the boards are given in which all of the...
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... 4 shows you how to ensure that contains the information you are not what you expect, see Chapter 7 for a useful summary of your printer. CAUTIONS should be followed carefully to avoid damage to look at the booklet after you set up your... printer. Notes contain important information and useful tips on using specific software applications with your printer is a handy Quick Reference card that your printer operates correctly. your own user-defined characters. Be sure to f!!!!? Introduction 5 ...
... 4 shows you how to ensure that contains the information you are not what you expect, see Chapter 7 for a useful summary of your printer. CAUTIONS should be followed carefully to avoid damage to look at the booklet after you set up your... printer. Notes contain important information and useful tips on using specific software applications with your printer is a handy Quick Reference card that your printer operates correctly. your own user-defined characters. Be sure to f!!!!? Introduction 5 ...
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Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Checking the Parts 1-2 Removing the Protective Materials 1-3 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-5 Assembling the Printer 1-7 Installing the Platen Knob 1-7 Installing the Ribbon Cartridge 1-8 Attaching the Paper Guide 1-12 Testing the Printer 1-14 Plugging in the Printer 1-14 Running the Self Test 1-15 If the Self Test Does Not Work 1-22 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-23 The Parallel Interface 1-23 Setting Up Your Application Software 1-26 Choosing From a Menu 1-26 Setting Up the Printer 1-1
Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Checking the Parts 1-2 Removing the Protective Materials 1-3 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-5 Assembling the Printer 1-7 Installing the Platen Knob 1-7 Installing the Ribbon Cartridge 1-8 Attaching the Paper Guide 1-12 Testing the Printer 1-14 Plugging in the Printer 1-14 Running the Self Test 1-15 If the Self Test Does Not Work 1-22 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-23 The Parallel Interface 1-23 Setting Up Your Application Software 1-26 Choosing From a Menu 1-26 Setting Up the Printer 1-1
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Printer Paper guide Ribbon cartridge 1-2 Setting Up the Printer Platen knob Unpacking the Printer Checking the Parts When you unpack the printer, make sure that you have all the parts shown below and that none have been damaged.
Printer Paper guide Ribbon cartridge 1-2 Setting Up the Printer Platen knob Unpacking the Printer Checking the Parts When you unpack the printer, make sure that you have all the parts shown below and that none have been damaged.
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Turning on the printer while the clip is protected during shipping by a locking clip. Remove the printer cover. Follow these steps to remove the locking clip. 1. You must remove this clip before turning on the printer. Unpacking the Printer Removing the Protective Materials The printer is attached may seriously damage the mechanism. Setting Up the Printer 1-3 B WARNING: Be sure you have removed the locking clip before turning on your printer.
Turning on the printer while the clip is protected during shipping by a locking clip. Remove the printer cover. Follow these steps to remove the locking clip. 1. You must remove this clip before turning on the printer. Unpacking the Printer Removing the Protective Materials The printer is attached may seriously damage the mechanism. Setting Up the Printer 1-3 B WARNING: Be sure you have removed the locking clip before turning on your printer.
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Unpacking the Printer 2. Remove the locking clip. Store the clip with the other packing material in case you ever need to transport your printer. 1-4 Setting Up the Printer Remove the paper tension unit as shown below. 3.
Unpacking the Printer 2. Remove the locking clip. Store the clip with the other packing material in case you ever need to transport your printer. 1-4 Setting Up the Printer Remove the paper tension unit as shown below. 3.
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... entire computer system away from potential sources of cordless telephones. do not use an adapter plug. Place the printer close enough to the computer for the Printer There are subject to direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, or dust, I I Avoid electrical outlets controlled ...switches or automatic timers. WARNING: Avoid locations that share a circuit with large motors or electrical appliances; Choosing a Place for the printer cable to reach. Keep the following in line voltage. A soft surface, such as loudspeakers or the base units of electromagnetic interference...
... entire computer system away from potential sources of cordless telephones. do not use an adapter plug. Place the printer close enough to the computer for the Printer There are subject to direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, or dust, I I Avoid electrical outlets controlled ...switches or automatic timers. WARNING: Avoid locations that share a circuit with large motors or electrical appliances; Choosing a Place for the printer cable to reach. Keep the following in line voltage. A soft surface, such as loudspeakers or the base units of electromagnetic interference...
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... at an angle of more than 15 degrees from catching on the underside of the printer, or approximately 36 pounds (16 kilograms). l With a cut sheet feeder, your printer's cables so that supports the printer at least twice the weight of the stand. Also, make sure there is wide ...enough for the Printer The illustration below the printer stand, make sure the distance between the stand supports is enough clearance to the printer stand. 1-6 Setting Up the Printer If possible, secure the cables to keep the paper from horizontal. l ...
... at an angle of more than 15 degrees from catching on the underside of the printer, or approximately 36 pounds (16 kilograms). l With a cut sheet feeder, your printer's cables so that supports the printer at least twice the weight of the stand. Also, make sure there is wide ...enough for the Printer The illustration below the printer stand, make sure the distance between the stand supports is enough clearance to the printer stand. 1-6 Setting Up the Printer If possible, secure the cables to keep the paper from horizontal. l ...
