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...trademark and Applesoft is a trademark of Centronics Data Computer Corporation. Centronics is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Epson is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Copyright © 1987 by the Federal Communications Commission helpful: "Television Interference Handbook... outlet so that interference will invalidate the FCC Certification of the following booklet prepared by Seiko Epson Corporation Nagano, Japan ii Apex is assumed with respect to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. Stock...
...trademark and Applesoft is a trademark of Centronics Data Computer Corporation. Centronics is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Epson is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Copyright © 1987 by the Federal Communications Commission helpful: "Television Interference Handbook... outlet so that interference will invalidate the FCC Certification of the following booklet prepared by Seiko Epson Corporation Nagano, Japan ii Apex is assumed with respect to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. Stock...
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Contents Introduction 1 Apex80 Features 1 About This Manual 2 Where to Get Help 2 Chapter 1 Setting Up Identifying Printer Parts 1-1 Selecting a Place for the Printer 1-2 Installing the Paper Feed Knob 1-3 Installing the Ribbon 1-3 Replacing the Ribbon 1-6 Plugging in the Printer 1-7 Using Continuous-feed Paper 1-7 Using Single-sheet Paper 1-15 Operating the Control Panel 1-19 Connecting the Apex80 to Your Computer 1-23 Chapter 2 Using the Apex80 with Application Programs Printer Selection Menus 2-1 Computer-Printer Communication 2-2 Word Processors 2-3 Spreadsheets ...
Contents Introduction 1 Apex80 Features 1 About This Manual 2 Where to Get Help 2 Chapter 1 Setting Up Identifying Printer Parts 1-1 Selecting a Place for the Printer 1-2 Installing the Paper Feed Knob 1-3 Installing the Ribbon 1-3 Replacing the Ribbon 1-6 Plugging in the Printer 1-7 Using Continuous-feed Paper 1-7 Using Single-sheet Paper 1-15 Operating the Control Panel 1-19 Connecting the Apex80 to Your Computer 1-23 Chapter 2 Using the Apex80 with Application Programs Printer Selection Menus 2-1 Computer-Printer Communication 2-2 Word Processors 2-3 Spreadsheets ...
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Chapter 4 Apex80 Printer Features Quality and Fonts 4-1 Print Size and Character Width 4-2 Special Effects and Emphasis 4-3 Using Different Character Sets 4-4 Page Layout and Other Commands 4-5 Chapter 5 User-defined Characters Defining Your Own Characters 5-1 Designing Process 5-2 Defining NLQ Characters 5-7 Chapter 6 Introduction to Dot Graphics The Print Head 6-2 Pin Labels 6-3 Graphics Commands 6-4 Simple Graphics Programming 6-6 Density Varieties 6-8 Designing Your Own Graphics 6-10 Appendix A Command Summary Commands in Numerical Order Printer Operation Data ...
Chapter 4 Apex80 Printer Features Quality and Fonts 4-1 Print Size and Character Width 4-2 Special Effects and Emphasis 4-3 Using Different Character Sets 4-4 Page Layout and Other Commands 4-5 Chapter 5 User-defined Characters Defining Your Own Characters 5-1 Designing Process 5-2 Defining NLQ Characters 5-7 Chapter 6 Introduction to Dot Graphics The Print Head 6-2 Pin Labels 6-3 Graphics Commands 6-4 Simple Graphics Programming 6-6 Density Varieties 6-8 Designing Your Own Graphics 6-10 Appendix A Command Summary Commands in Numerical Order Printer Operation Data ...
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Appendix C Problem Solving and Maintenance Problem/Solution Summary C-1 beeper Error Warnings C-4 Data Dump Mode C-4 Coding Solutions C-6 Solutions for Specific Systems C-7 Maintaining Your Printer C-9 Appendix D Defaults and DIP Switches Default and Initialization Settings D-1 DIP Switch Settings D-2 International Character Sets D-3 Appendix E Choosing and Setting Up Optional Interfaces Compatible Interfaces E-1 Choosing an Interface E-1 Installing an Interface E-2 Serial Interface Settings E-8 Appendix F Technical Specifications Printing F- 1 Paper F-1 Mechanical F-2...
Appendix C Problem Solving and Maintenance Problem/Solution Summary C-1 beeper Error Warnings C-4 Data Dump Mode C-4 Coding Solutions C-6 Solutions for Specific Systems C-7 Maintaining Your Printer C-9 Appendix D Defaults and DIP Switches Default and Initialization Settings D-1 DIP Switch Settings D-2 International Character Sets D-3 Appendix E Choosing and Setting Up Optional Interfaces Compatible Interfaces E-1 Choosing an Interface E-1 Installing an Interface E-2 Serial Interface Settings E-8 Appendix F Technical Specifications Printing F- 1 Paper F-1 Mechanical F-2...
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... per second in pica and 180 in elite. The speed of print styles, including emphasized, double-strike, condensed, italic, and double-wide. l The Epson Character Graphics set, which includes character graphics that are used on IBM® and compatible computers as well as international characters used by IBM software... printing and advanced features. l Easy paper loading. Apex80 Features In addition to the high performance and reliability you can switch to expect from Epson printers, the Apex80 offers the following: l Draft mode for top quality printing. Introduction The...
... per second in pica and 180 in elite. The speed of print styles, including emphasized, double-strike, condensed, italic, and double-wide. l The Epson Character Graphics set, which includes character graphics that are used on IBM® and compatible computers as well as international characters used by IBM software... printing and advanced features. l Easy paper loading. Apex80 Features In addition to the high performance and reliability you can switch to expect from Epson printers, the Apex80 offers the following: l Draft mode for top quality printing. Introduction The...
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... solving problems. Inside the back of your new printer, and Chapters 2 through 6 cover the basic and advanced functions. You can also call the toll-free Epson number: 1-800-421-5426. Where to use any of the printer's commands, and some advice on setting up your nearest... Epson Service Center. To purchase accessories such as ribbons and option cards, check with your dealer. 2 Introduction The appendixes contain reference information, including all the details ...
... solving problems. Inside the back of your new printer, and Chapters 2 through 6 cover the basic and advanced functions. You can also call the toll-free Epson number: 1-800-421-5426. Where to use any of the printer's commands, and some advice on setting up your nearest... Epson Service Center. To purchase accessories such as ribbons and option cards, check with your dealer. 2 Introduction The appendixes contain reference information, including all the details ...
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Figure 1-1. Printer parts *Note: The tractor unit for your Apex80 printer, simply follow the steps in this manual, the printer box should contain the items shown in Figure 1-1.* The paper feed knob is packed into an indentation in the white foam material. Setting Up 1-1 In addition to this chapter. Identifying Printer Parts First, see that you have all the parts you need. Chapter 1 Setting Up To set up your printer may be preinstalled.
Figure 1-1. Printer parts *Note: The tractor unit for your Apex80 printer, simply follow the steps in this manual, the printer box should contain the items shown in Figure 1-1.* The paper feed knob is packed into an indentation in the white foam material. Setting Up 1-1 In addition to this chapter. Identifying Printer Parts First, see that you have all the parts you need. Chapter 1 Setting Up To set up your printer may be preinstalled.
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These can wipe out valuable information in your computer. There are controlled by wall switches. Your computer manual can tell you which cable you need an interface board, which is usually best for cordless telephones. l Avoid using an outlet on the same circuit breaker with any large electrical machines or appliances. Selecting a Place for the Printer The main consideration in selecting a good location for the printer is not close enough to your printer and computer away from direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, and dust. Also remember the following: l Use a ...
These can wipe out valuable information in your computer. There are controlled by wall switches. Your computer manual can tell you which cable you need an interface board, which is usually best for cordless telephones. l Avoid using an outlet on the same circuit breaker with any large electrical machines or appliances. Selecting a Place for the Printer The main consideration in selecting a good location for the printer is not close enough to your printer and computer away from direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, and dust. Also remember the following: l Use a ...
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Locate the paper feed knob, which is enclosed in a cartridge that you have decided where to locate your Apex80 printer, the first step in setting it up is flush with the printer case. Paper feed knob installation 3. Installing the Ribbon The Apex80 printer uses a continuous-loop, inked fabric ribbon. It is packed into the hole on the right side of the printer, as shown in Figure 1-2. Setting Up 1-3 Push the knob in until it is installing the paper feed knob. Gently rotate the knob until it fits over the shaft. Insert the knob into an indentation in the white foam ...
Locate the paper feed knob, which is enclosed in a cartridge that you have decided where to locate your Apex80 printer, the first step in setting it up is flush with the printer case. Paper feed knob installation 3. Installing the Ribbon The Apex80 printer uses a continuous-loop, inked fabric ribbon. It is packed into the hole on the right side of the printer, as shown in Figure 1-2. Setting Up 1-3 Push the knob in until it is installing the paper feed knob. Gently rotate the knob until it fits over the shaft. Insert the knob into an indentation in the white foam ...
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Print head Caution The power must be off when you 've been using your printer, be careful not to the center of the printer so that the exposed strip of the printer by lifting the handles. Also, if you move the print head because moving the print head when the power is shown in your printer. Grasp the ribbon cartridge by hand to touch the print head because it cool for a few minutes. 2. Let it becomes hot during use. Move the print head by its handle and hold the cartridge so that the other parts of the printer will not get in Figure 1-3. To install the ribbon, ...
Print head Caution The power must be off when you 've been using your printer, be careful not to the center of the printer so that the exposed strip of the printer by lifting the handles. Also, if you move the print head because moving the print head when the power is shown in your printer. Grasp the ribbon cartridge by hand to touch the print head because it cool for a few minutes. 2. Let it becomes hot during use. Move the print head by its handle and hold the cartridge so that the other parts of the printer will not get in Figure 1-3. To install the ribbon, ...
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4. Insert the cartridge by placing the black hooks on each side of the arrow to direct the ribbon, as shown in the right and left front corners. Turn the knob on the ribbon cartridge itself.) You may want to use a pencil to tighten the ribbon. Push down into its proper place between the print head and the ribbon guide. (See the figure on the cartridge in the direction of the cartridge into place. (See Figure 1-4.) Figure 1-4. Setting Up 1-5 Ribbon cartridge installation 5. As you turn the knob, see that the ribbon slips down until the cartridge snaps into the slots ...
4. Insert the cartridge by placing the black hooks on each side of the arrow to direct the ribbon, as shown in the right and left front corners. Turn the knob on the ribbon cartridge itself.) You may want to use a pencil to tighten the ribbon. Push down into its proper place between the print head and the ribbon guide. (See the figure on the cartridge in the direction of the cartridge into place. (See Figure 1-4.) Figure 1-4. Setting Up 1-5 Ribbon cartridge installation 5. As you turn the knob, see that the ribbon slips down until the cartridge snaps into the slots ...
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Figure 1-5. Replacing the Ribbon When your Apex80. Grasp the ribbon cartridge handle and pull out the cartridge. 3. Replace the front lid by inserting its legs into place. Make sure that the power switch on the left side of the printer. Remove the front lid. 2. Follow the ribbon installation instructions above to replace the ribbon, follow these steps: 1. Directing the ribbon 6. Lay the lid down and press to snap it into the slots near the front corners of the printer is off before you plug in your printing becomes light and you need to insert the new ribbon cartridge. ...
Figure 1-5. Replacing the Ribbon When your Apex80. Grasp the ribbon cartridge handle and pull out the cartridge. 3. Replace the front lid by inserting its legs into place. Make sure that the power switch on the left side of the printer. Remove the front lid. 2. Follow the ribbon installation instructions above to replace the ribbon, follow these steps: 1. Directing the ribbon 6. Lay the lid down and press to snap it into the slots near the front corners of the printer is off before you plug in your printing becomes light and you need to insert the new ribbon cartridge. ...
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You can only be loaded when the tractor unit is located above the indicator lights. If the paper guide is installed, remove it by fitting it into the slots along the top edge of the back of the printer and snapping it into place. (See Figure 1-7.) Then see the instructions later in a safe place while you use the tractor unit, and replace it when you to the Using Single-sheet Paper section later in Figure 1-6. Using Continuous-feed Paper The following section covers use of continuous-feed paper with the tractor unit installed, simply install the paper rest by tipping it toward you and ...
You can only be loaded when the tractor unit is located above the indicator lights. If the paper guide is installed, remove it by fitting it into the slots along the top edge of the back of the printer and snapping it into place. (See Figure 1-7.) Then see the instructions later in a safe place while you use the tractor unit, and replace it when you to the Using Single-sheet Paper section later in Figure 1-6. Using Continuous-feed Paper The following section covers use of continuous-feed paper with the tractor unit installed, simply install the paper rest by tipping it toward you and ...
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Figure 1-6. Setting UP 1-8 See Figure 1-7. Removing the tractor unit slot cover 3 Fit the paper rest into the slots along the top edge of the back of the printer and snap it into place.
Figure 1-6. Setting UP 1-8 See Figure 1-7. Removing the tractor unit slot cover 3 Fit the paper rest into the slots along the top edge of the back of the printer and snap it into place.
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4. Now install the tractor unit. Pull the paper release lever forward. (See Figure 1-8.) The doublearrow icon in front of the lever marks the position the lever should be in Figure 1-8. Preparing to install the tractor unit Setting Up 1-9 Figure 1-8. First, hold the unit so that its black legs are facing downward, as shown in for using continuous-feed paper (or for releasing paper). 5.
4. Now install the tractor unit. Pull the paper release lever forward. (See Figure 1-8.) The doublearrow icon in front of the lever marks the position the lever should be in Figure 1-8. Preparing to install the tractor unit Setting Up 1-9 Figure 1-8. First, hold the unit so that its black legs are facing downward, as shown in for using continuous-feed paper (or for releasing paper). 5.
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Remember, the printer must be hot. Then tilt the unit forward until the front legs snap into the notch on each side of the rear tractor legs. Move the print head to touch it unless you move the print head. In each tractor slot, located at each of the paper slot, is installed, load continuous-feed paper as follows: 1. Be careful not to the center of the printer. 3. Remove the front lid of the printer. Figure 1-9. Loading continuous-feed paper Once the tractor unit is a peg that fits into place. Make sure that the rear notches fit over these pegs. 6. Installing the...
Remember, the printer must be hot. Then tilt the unit forward until the front legs snap into the notch on each side of the rear tractor legs. Move the print head to touch it unless you move the print head. In each tractor slot, located at each of the paper slot, is installed, load continuous-feed paper as follows: 1. Be careful not to the center of the printer. 3. Remove the front lid of the printer. Figure 1-9. Loading continuous-feed paper Once the tractor unit is a peg that fits into place. Make sure that the rear notches fit over these pegs. 6. Installing the...
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Locking lever fur pin feed holder adjustment 5. Place the left holder approximately 3/4 of the pin feed holders forward so you can move the pin feed holders. Open the pin feed covers as a guide, pull the locking levers on each side of an inch from the far left position and then push the locking lever back to fasten that holder into place. Opening the pin feed covers Setting Up 1-11 Figure 1-10. Leave the other holder unlocked. 6. 4. Figure 1-11. Using Figure 1-10 as shown in Figure 1-1.
Locking lever fur pin feed holder adjustment 5. Place the left holder approximately 3/4 of the pin feed holders forward so you can move the pin feed holders. Open the pin feed covers as a guide, pull the locking levers on each side of an inch from the far left position and then push the locking lever back to fasten that holder into place. Opening the pin feed covers Setting Up 1-11 Figure 1-10. Leave the other holder unlocked. 6. 4. Figure 1-11. Using Figure 1-10 as shown in Figure 1-1.
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7. Feed the paper into the right holder, moving the holder as shown in place. Installing the paper guide Install the paper guide, which is used here as a paper separator, as described here, and sits upright for loading single-sheet paper. 1. It lies flat when you use continuous-feed paper, as described below. If the edge guides are not yet in Figure 1-13. Snap the bottom of the paper guide, as shown in place, install them by hooking the tab on the type of the paper over the top of each guide into the left holder, as needed to lock the right holder in Figure 1-12, and ...
7. Feed the paper into the right holder, moving the holder as shown in place. Installing the paper guide Install the paper guide, which is used here as a paper separator, as described here, and sits upright for loading single-sheet paper. 1. It lies flat when you use continuous-feed paper, as described below. If the edge guides are not yet in Figure 1-13. Snap the bottom of the paper guide, as shown in place, install them by hooking the tab on the type of the paper over the top of each guide into the left holder, as needed to lock the right holder in Figure 1-12, and ...
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You won't be inserting paper through the edge guides unless you do so. (See Figure 1-14.) Setting Up 1-13 For continuous-feed paper, move the edge guides to the far right and left positions on the paper guide. Insert the legs of the paper guide into the slots behind the tractor unit, keeping the guide tilted backward as you use single-sheet paper. 2.
You won't be inserting paper through the edge guides unless you do so. (See Figure 1-14.) Setting Up 1-13 For continuous-feed paper, move the edge guides to the far right and left positions on the paper guide. Insert the legs of the paper guide into the slots behind the tractor unit, keeping the guide tilted backward as you use single-sheet paper. 2.
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Now replace the front lid. Your printer should rest atop the paper entering the printer, separating it to move to the top of form setting is correct. 1-14 Setting Up The printer with continuous-feed paper When you turn on your Apex80, it remembers this top of form setting and uses it when any program tells it from paper exiting the printer. Follow these steps: 1. If you are in Figure 1-15. 3. Figure 1-15. The guide should now be set the top of the ribbon, 2. Turn the paper feed knob to advance the paper until a perforation between pages is printing on the page or is ...
Now replace the front lid. Your printer should rest atop the paper entering the printer, separating it to move to the top of form setting is correct. 1-14 Setting Up The printer with continuous-feed paper When you turn on your Apex80, it remembers this top of form setting and uses it when any program tells it from paper exiting the printer. Follow these steps: 1. If you are in Figure 1-15. 3. Figure 1-15. The guide should now be set the top of the ribbon, 2. Turn the paper feed knob to advance the paper until a perforation between pages is printing on the page or is ...