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...can also select other font/pitch combinations using ESC/P 2 commands. Unidirectional for text and graphics. Scalable fonts: Font Epson Roman / Epson Sans serif 1 mln pt I8 j8 ] maxpl I 32 ( 32 Increments ~ 2 Dt ~2 Pt Character tables...LQ-570: 4OCO power-on hours (25% duty) LQ-1070: 6000 power-on hours (25% duty) 2OOmillionstrokesperwire(withfabricribbon) 100 million strokes per wire (with DIP switch or software command). Power cord Ribbon cartridge Printer Specifications Printing Printing method: Printing speed: Quellly Mgh-speed draft DraR I Letter quality 24-pin impact dot matrix...
...can also select other font/pitch combinations using ESC/P 2 commands. Unidirectional for text and graphics. Scalable fonts: Font Epson Roman / Epson Sans serif 1 mln pt I8 j8 ] maxpl I 32 ( 32 Increments ~ 2 Dt ~2 Pt Character tables...LQ-570: 4OCO power-on hours (25% duty) LQ-1070: 6000 power-on hours (25% duty) 2OOmillionstrokesperwire(withfabricribbon) 100 million strokes per wire (with DIP switch or software command). Power cord Ribbon cartridge Printer Specifications Printing Printing method: Printing speed: Quellly Mgh-speed draft DraR I Letter quality 24-pin impact dot matrix...
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...multi-part forms only into the top slot only. B The minimum left and right margins are 3 mm (0.12 inches). Printable area LQ-570/1070-2 8/20/91 24-Pin Printers part forms l Use only carbonless multi-part forms. lRbd5: Size Thickness Envelopes: Size Thickness Weight 63.5 x 23.8 mm (2% x ... top margin is 13.5 mm (0.53 inches). Continuous puper The xninimum top and bottom margins (above and below the perforation) are 13 mm (0.51 inches). LQ-570/1070 Electrical Rated voltage: Input voltage range: AC 120 V (120 V model) AC lcr3.5 to 132 V (120 V model) Rated cuwen t: 2.0 A (120 V...
...multi-part forms only into the top slot only. B The minimum left and right margins are 3 mm (0.12 inches). Printable area LQ-570/1070-2 8/20/91 24-Pin Printers part forms l Use only carbonless multi-part forms. lRbd5: Size Thickness Envelopes: Size Thickness Weight 63.5 x 23.8 mm (2% x ... top margin is 13.5 mm (0.53 inches). Continuous puper The xninimum top and bottom margins (above and below the perforation) are 13 mm (0.51 inches). LQ-570/1070 Electrical Rated voltage: Input voltage range: AC 120 V (120 V model) AC lcr3.5 to 132 V (120 V model) Rated cuwen t: 2.0 A (120 V...
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...and intitializes ~~,~~~~~' Sfzji? ? (LOAD/EJECT) feeds paper forward in l/ 180~inch I Lights OPERATE (green) On when operate switch is on 24-Pin Printers 8/20/91 LQ-570/1070-3 You can also use this button briefly to perform the self test. Table I DIP switch I On Bidvechonai ~On 18 K b y l e ... paper to the standby position. lf continuous paper is supplied. When printing on the printer to temporarily stop printing. Data dump mode allows advanced users to prevent printing. LQ-570/1070 The Control Panel The indicator lights give you the current status of each DIP ...
...and intitializes ~~,~~~~~' Sfzji? ? (LOAD/EJECT) feeds paper forward in l/ 180~inch I Lights OPERATE (green) On when operate switch is on 24-Pin Printers 8/20/91 LQ-570/1070-3 You can also use this button briefly to perform the self test. Table I DIP switch I On Bidvechonai ~On 18 K b y l e ... paper to the standby position. lf continuous paper is supplied. When printing on the printer to temporarily stop printing. Data dump mode allows advanced users to prevent printing. LQ-570/1070 The Control Panel The indicator lights give you the current status of each DIP ...
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... OH The following sets with DIP switches l-2,1-3, and 14, according to as lines or boxes. Also, if a line contains superscript, subscript, dot-graphic, or downloaded characters, printing speed switches to Table 3 above 1 On j On On On I On On Off On International character sets...high-speed draft mode, printing speed temporarily switch= to select italics) while DIP switch 14 is always PC 437 (United States). LQ-570/1070-4 8/20/91 24-Pin Printers l-l j l-2 11-3 14 Set lntemattonal character sats Off j accordmg to normal draft speed for that line only. However, ...
... OH The following sets with DIP switches l-2,1-3, and 14, according to as lines or boxes. Also, if a line contains superscript, subscript, dot-graphic, or downloaded characters, printing speed switches to Table 3 above 1 On j On On On I On On Off On International character sets...high-speed draft mode, printing speed temporarily switch= to select italics) while DIP switch 14 is always PC 437 (United States). LQ-570/1070-4 8/20/91 24-Pin Printers l-l j l-2 11-3 14 Set lntemattonal character sats Off j accordmg to normal draft speed for that line only. However, ...
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...le level 36pin 57-30360 (Amphenol) connector or equivalent LQ-570/1070 Connector pin assignments and a description of their respective interface signals are based on continuous paper, DIP switches 2-l and 2-2 let you select from the printer. DIrectIon STROBE 1IN cDeSCrlplloll STROBE pulse to 8th bits ... be carried out by settmg DIP switch 24 to the direction of paper. Input buffer capacity The printer stores print data sent from your printer is LOW.) 24-Pin Printers LQ-570/1070-5 Most application programs take care of the BUSY signal is double spacing, turn DIP switch 2-3...
...le level 36pin 57-30360 (Amphenol) connector or equivalent LQ-570/1070 Connector pin assignments and a description of their respective interface signals are based on continuous paper, DIP switches 2-l and 2-2 let you select from the printer. DIrectIon STROBE 1IN cDeSCrlplloll STROBE pulse to 8th bits ... be carried out by settmg DIP switch 24 to the direction of paper. Input buffer capacity The printer stores print data sent from your printer is LOW.) 24-Pin Printers LQ-570/1070-5 Most application programs take care of the BUSY signal is double spacing, turn DIP switch 2-3...
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...0.75 kg (17.5 Inches) (1.85 lb) 434 mm 2.15 kg (17.1 Inches) (4.74 lb) Note: Dimensions when mounted on Epson ESC/P 2 printers: ESCb ESC/ FXa set : cc (G (U (V t* =(c =(t EsC(v ESC. Model Numkr ' C823051 c823071 I -MI) Deleted Commands The following are ...card II 32 KB rwallei Intetface card Option Specifications Cut-sheet feeders The asterisk (') in VFU channels Select vertical tab channel Select justification LQ-570/1070-6 8/20/91 24-Pin Printers C80640' I Thickness Weight Slngls sheets I Envslopes I 182to216mm N/A I (7.17 to 8.50 Inches.) 1 , I182to216mm 1 (7.17...
...0.75 kg (17.5 Inches) (1.85 lb) 434 mm 2.15 kg (17.1 Inches) (4.74 lb) Note: Dimensions when mounted on Epson ESC/P 2 printers: ESCb ESC/ FXa set : cc (G (U (V t* =(c =(t EsC(v ESC. Model Numkr ' C823051 c823071 I -MI) Deleted Commands The following are ...card II 32 KB rwallei Intetface card Option Specifications Cut-sheet feeders The asterisk (') in VFU channels Select vertical tab channel Select justification LQ-570/1070-6 8/20/91 24-Pin Printers C80640' I Thickness Weight Slngls sheets I Envslopes I 182to216mm N/A I (7.17 to 8.50 Inches.) 1 , I182to216mm 1 (7.17...
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... Select n/60-inch line spacing Select g-dot, single-density, bit-image printing Select g-dot, double-density, bit-image printing Select &dot, double-speed, double-density, bit-image printing Select quadruple-density bit-image printing Delete character LQ-570/1070 Information Reference List Engineering Change Notices None. Choosing from a menu Because Epson printers share a great many commands, you...
... Select n/60-inch line spacing Select g-dot, single-density, bit-image printing Select g-dot, double-density, bit-image printing Select &dot, double-speed, double-density, bit-image printing Select quadruple-density bit-image printing Delete character LQ-570/1070 Information Reference List Engineering Change Notices None. Choosing from a menu Because Epson printers share a great many commands, you...
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...liability is a trademark of the information contained herein. Copyright © 1991 by purchaser or third parties as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by any damages or problems arising from the use of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or ... photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of this book, Seiko Epson Corporation assumes no responsibility for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by Seiko Epson Corporation Nagano, Japan User's Guide EPSON® LQ-570/1070 All rights reserved. No part of Seiko...
...liability is a trademark of the information contained herein. Copyright © 1991 by purchaser or third parties as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by any damages or problems arising from the use of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or ... photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of this book, Seiko Epson Corporation assumes no responsibility for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by Seiko Epson Corporation Nagano, Japan User's Guide EPSON® LQ-570/1070 All rights reserved. No part of Seiko...
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Automatic paper loading. Compatibility. The LQ-570 and LQ-1070 are basically the same printer except for other Epson LQ and SQ printers. Introduction Your new Epson® printer is an advanced 24-pin dot matrix printer that combines high performance with a wide range of their carriages. Features These features make your printing needs: top, rear, bottom, and front. Easy paper handling. ...
Automatic paper loading. Compatibility. The LQ-570 and LQ-1070 are basically the same printer except for other Epson LQ and SQ printers. Introduction Your new Epson® printer is an advanced 24-pin dot matrix printer that combines high performance with a wide range of their carriages. Features These features make your printing needs: top, rear, bottom, and front. Easy paper handling. ...
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... without reloading. For more information on installing the cards are available to 150 sheets of paper into your printer without reloading. High-Capacity Cut-Sheet Feeder (C80638* for LQ-570, C80640* for choosing the right interface and instructions on these options, see Chapter 4 . The last... this cut -sheet feeder automatically feeds up to the single-bin model. Pull-Tractor Unit (C80019* for LQ-570, C80022* for LQ-1070) Although you can create a double-bin cut-sheet feeder by country, Contact your local Epson dealer for the part number in parallel interface.
... without reloading. For more information on installing the cards are available to 150 sheets of paper into your printer without reloading. High-Capacity Cut-Sheet Feeder (C80638* for LQ-570, C80640* for choosing the right interface and instructions on these options, see Chapter 4 . The last... this cut -sheet feeder automatically feeds up to the single-bin model. Pull-Tractor Unit (C80019* for LQ-570, C80022* for LQ-1070) Although you can create a double-bin cut-sheet feeder by country, Contact your local Epson dealer for the part number in parallel interface.
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... of the printer stand. Choosing a Place for the LQ-1070. If you install a cut-sheet feeder, the stand must keep your printer's power cord and interface cable so they do not interfere with paper feeding. Never use a stand that tilts the printer at least 16.0 kg (35.3 lbs) for the LQ-570 or 22.0... kg (48.5 lbs) for the Printer If you plan to use a printer stand, follow these guidelines: Use a stand that the paper feeds straight into the tractor...
... of the printer stand. Choosing a Place for the LQ-1070. If you install a cut-sheet feeder, the stand must keep your printer's power cord and interface cable so they do not interfere with paper feeding. Never use a stand that tilts the printer at least 16.0 kg (35.3 lbs) for the LQ-570 or 22.0... kg (48.5 lbs) for the Printer If you plan to use a printer stand, follow these guidelines: Use a stand that the paper feeds straight into the tractor...
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.... otherwise, the print head prints directly on the platen. 4. Testing the Printer CAUTION: Run the self test using paper at least 210 mm (8.2 inches) wide for the LQ-570 or 360 mm (14 inches) wide for the LQ-1070; After a few seconds, the printer loads the paper to eject the paper from the... printer and then turn the printer off. Note: If test results are not satisfactory, see Chapter 6. To...
.... otherwise, the print head prints directly on the platen. 4. Testing the Printer CAUTION: Run the self test using paper at least 210 mm (8.2 inches) wide for the LQ-570 or 360 mm (14 inches) wide for the LQ-1070; After a few seconds, the printer loads the paper to eject the paper from the... printer and then turn the printer off. Note: If test results are not satisfactory, see Chapter 6. To...
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... FX, LX, RX, MX, Epson printer, Standard printer, Draft printer. Configuring Your Software for the Printer Most application programs let you specify the type of printer you can use an application program even if it is best to see if an update that supports the LQ-570/1070 is listed, select the first ...one available from the following list (the printers are listed in the order of preference): LQ-510/550 LQ-500 LQ-860 (LQ-1060) LQ-850 (LQ-1050) LQ-2550 LQ-2500 LQ-800 (LQ-1000) LQ-1500 If none of these programs ...
... FX, LX, RX, MX, Epson printer, Standard printer, Draft printer. Configuring Your Software for the Printer Most application programs let you specify the type of printer you can use an application program even if it is best to see if an update that supports the LQ-570/1070 is listed, select the first ...one available from the following list (the printers are listed in the order of preference): LQ-510/550 LQ-500 LQ-860 (LQ-1060) LQ-850 (LQ-1050) LQ-2550 LQ-2500 LQ-800 (LQ-1000) LQ-1500 If none of these programs ...
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Loading single sheets from 148 mm (5.8 inches) to 420 mm (16.5 inches) wide on the LQ-1070. Move the paper-release lever to the single-sheet position. The OPERATE light on the control panel comes on the printer. Turn on . 2-4 Paper Handling Make sure the paper guide is in the upright position. 2. Using Single Sheets Your printer can load single sheets from either the top or front of paper from 148 mm (5.8 inches) to 257 mm (10.1 inches) wide on the LQ-570 and from the top 1. You can print on single sheets of the printer.
Loading single sheets from 148 mm (5.8 inches) to 420 mm (16.5 inches) wide on the LQ-1070. Move the paper-release lever to the single-sheet position. The OPERATE light on the control panel comes on the printer. Turn on . 2-4 Paper Handling Make sure the paper guide is in the upright position. 2. Using Single Sheets Your printer can load single sheets from either the top or front of paper from 148 mm (5.8 inches) to 257 mm (10.1 inches) wide on the LQ-570 and from the top 1. You can print on single sheets of the printer.
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... Paper You can print on continuous paper from 101 mm (4 inches) to 254 mm (10 inches) wide on the LQ-1070. Always move the paper-release lever to feed from the rear, front, or bottom. Your printer comes with the paper loaded in the tractor so the paper feeds smoothly into the... Handling 2-9 Tractor position and available paper paths Below are using. If you align your paperfeeding method, skip to 406 mm (16 inches) wide on the LQ-570 and from 101 mm (4 inches) to page 2-12.
... Paper You can print on continuous paper from 101 mm (4 inches) to 254 mm (10 inches) wide on the LQ-1070. Always move the paper-release lever to feed from the rear, front, or bottom. Your printer comes with the paper loaded in the tractor so the paper feeds smoothly into the... Handling 2-9 Tractor position and available paper paths Below are using. If you align your paperfeeding method, skip to 406 mm (16 inches) wide on the LQ-570 and from 101 mm (4 inches) to page 2-12.
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...cut-sheet feeders are available for last digit, which varies by following the instructions in the manual that comes with your printer: Single-bin High-capacity LQ-570 C80637* C80638* LQ-1070 C80639* C80640* * Substitute for use with it. By connecting both cut-sheet feeders, you can operate them...sheets of paper and the high-capacity cut -sheet feeder You follow the same steps to re- Remove the paper guide and printer cover. 2. Make sure the printer is installed in the pull-tractor position, remove it . If the standard tractor is turned off. you load the paper....
...cut-sheet feeders are available for last digit, which varies by following the instructions in the manual that comes with your printer: Single-bin High-capacity LQ-570 C80637* C80638* LQ-1070 C80639* C80640* * Substitute for use with it. By connecting both cut-sheet feeders, you can operate them...sheets of paper and the high-capacity cut -sheet feeder You follow the same steps to re- Remove the paper guide and printer cover. 2. Make sure the printer is installed in the pull-tractor position, remove it . If the standard tractor is turned off. you load the paper....
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... cause it to lose the top-of-form position. 4-12 Using Printer Options CAUTION: Use the knob on the printer. Loading paper with your standard tractor installed in Chapter 2. Pull Tractor The optional pull tractors, C80019* (for LQ-570) and C80022* (for LQ-1070) provide optimum continuous paper handling. (The asterisk is a substitute for the...
... cause it to lose the top-of-form position. 4-12 Using Printer Options CAUTION: Use the knob on the printer. Loading paper with your standard tractor installed in Chapter 2. Pull Tractor The optional pull tractors, C80019* (for LQ-570) and C80022* (for LQ-1070) provide optimum continuous paper handling. (The asterisk is a substitute for the...
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l Do not use the standard ribbon cartridge. Maintenance and Transportation 5-3 For everyday operations, use ribbon cartridge designed for nine-pin printers. Note: l Use the optional film ribbon cartridge when you need to replace the ribbon cartridge. Replacing the Ribbon When the printing becomes too faint, you want especially high quality printing. The following Epson ribbon cartridges are recommended: LQ-570 LQ-1070 Standard fabric #7753 #7754 Film #7768 #7770 To replace the ribbon cartridge, follow the steps in Installing the ribbon cartridge in Chapter 1.
l Do not use the standard ribbon cartridge. Maintenance and Transportation 5-3 For everyday operations, use ribbon cartridge designed for nine-pin printers. Note: l Use the optional film ribbon cartridge when you need to replace the ribbon cartridge. Replacing the Ribbon When the printing becomes too faint, you want especially high quality printing. The following Epson ribbon cartridges are recommended: LQ-570 LQ-1070 Standard fabric #7753 #7754 Film #7768 #7770 To replace the ribbon cartridge, follow the steps in Installing the ribbon cartridge in Chapter 1.
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Printer Specifications Printing Printing method: Printing speed: X-pin impact dot matrix Quality High-speed draft Draft Letter Quality Characters per second with continuous feed Character sizes 10 cpi 10 cpi condensed 12 cpi 12 cpi condensed 15 cpi Maximum printed characters LQ-570 LQ-1070 80 136 137 164 96 204 160 233 120 272 7-2 Technical Specifications...
Printer Specifications Printing Printing method: Printing speed: X-pin impact dot matrix Quality High-speed draft Draft Letter Quality Characters per second with continuous feed Character sizes 10 cpi 10 cpi condensed 12 cpi 12 cpi condensed 15 cpi Maximum printed characters LQ-570 LQ-1070 80 136 137 164 96 204 160 233 120 272 7-2 Technical Specifications...
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...- If this occurs, use recycled paper with this printer; Printer Specifications Paper Single sheets: Width top front Length Thickness Weight 148 to 257 mm (5.8 to 10.1 inches) for LQ-570 148 to 420 mm (5.8 to 16.5 inches) for LQ-1070 182 to 257 mm (7.2 to 10.1 inches) for LQ-570 182 to 364 mm (7.2 to 14.3 inches... (0.0025 to 0.0055 inches) 52.3 to 90 g/m2 (14 to 24 lb) Single-sheet multi-part forms: Width 182 to 216 mm (7.2 to 8.5 inches) for LQ-570 182 to 364 mm (7.2 to 14.3 inches) for one original plus up to three copies) Thickness 0.12 to 0.32 mm (0.0047 to 0.012 inches) Weight...
...- If this occurs, use recycled paper with this printer; Printer Specifications Paper Single sheets: Width top front Length Thickness Weight 148 to 257 mm (5.8 to 10.1 inches) for LQ-570 148 to 420 mm (5.8 to 16.5 inches) for LQ-1070 182 to 257 mm (7.2 to 10.1 inches) for LQ-570 182 to 364 mm (7.2 to 14.3 inches... (0.0025 to 0.0055 inches) 52.3 to 90 g/m2 (14 to 24 lb) Single-sheet multi-part forms: Width 182 to 216 mm (7.2 to 8.5 inches) for LQ-570 182 to 364 mm (7.2 to 14.3 inches) for one original plus up to three copies) Thickness 0.12 to 0.32 mm (0.0047 to 0.012 inches) Weight...