Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... Draft up Reliability M Ribbon quality M Ribbon cartridge reliability M Total Print Volume vs. Contents This technical brief provides detailed information on the following topics, related to Letter Quality LLL The name of an EPSON's impact printer tells you if it has a narrow or ...wide carriage: LLL L Nine-pin printers all begin with FX, LX, or DFX Twenty-four pin printers all EPSON impact printers: Functionality M Printing technology M Control code/emulation M Paper ...
... Draft up Reliability M Ribbon quality M Ribbon cartridge reliability M Total Print Volume vs. Contents This technical brief provides detailed information on the following topics, related to Letter Quality LLL The name of an EPSON's impact printer tells you if it has a narrow or ...wide carriage: LLL L Nine-pin printers all begin with FX, LX, or DFX Twenty-four pin printers all EPSON impact printers: Functionality M Printing technology M Control code/emulation M Paper ...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... plastic Offers the highest print quality for dot matrix printers Ultra Letter Quality Keeps the cartridge from warping during times of extended use a stationary ribbon cartridge. This lower weight on the carriage reduces the wear and tear on the print head EPSON Sales Training EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. 1/00 Other trademarks are the property...
... plastic Offers the highest print quality for dot matrix printers Ultra Letter Quality Keeps the cartridge from warping during times of extended use a stationary ribbon cartridge. This lower weight on the carriage reduces the wear and tear on the print head EPSON Sales Training EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. 1/00 Other trademarks are the property...
Product Information Guide
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...: Ribbon: Friction Push tractor Push-pull tractor (with the tractor. they can easily peel off the backing and jam the printer. t Use labels only under normal temperature and humidity conditions. t Insert envelopes long side first; use them only with optional... pull tractor unit) Pull tractor (C800301) Cut-sheet feeder (option C806371) Black ribbon cartridge (#8750) Life expectancy at 14 dots/character: 3 million characters MTBF: Color ribbon cartridge (S015073) Life expectancy at 14 dots/character: Black - 1 million characters Magenta, Cyan - 0.7 million characters Yellow - 0.5...
...: Ribbon: Friction Push tractor Push-pull tractor (with the tractor. they can easily peel off the backing and jam the printer. t Use labels only under normal temperature and humidity conditions. t Insert envelopes long side first; use them only with optional... pull tractor unit) Pull tractor (C800301) Cut-sheet feeder (option C806371) Black ribbon cartridge (#8750) Life expectancy at 14 dots/character: 3 million characters MTBF: Color ribbon cartridge (S015073) Life expectancy at 14 dots/character: Black - 1 million characters Magenta, Cyan - 0.7 million characters Yellow - 0.5...
Product Information Guide
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...-settings mode again and print the current settings. Open the printer cover to the upright position, then pull it up to exit without making changes. ,QVWDOOLQJýWKHý5LEERQý&DUWULGJHý Before installing the ribbon cartridge, make all of your changes. 9. t If you change... them , turn the printer off. After you check them again. When the control panel lights match your desired setting, press ...
...-settings mode again and print the current settings. Open the printer cover to the upright position, then pull it up to exit without making changes. ,QVWDOOLQJýWKHý5LEERQý&DUWULGJHý Before installing the ribbon cartridge, make all of your changes. 9. t If you change... them , turn the printer off. After you check them again. When the control panel lights match your desired setting, press ...
Product Information Guide
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...self test function demonstrates that the printer is turned on the platen. (3621 Then remove the cartridge by lifting the posts on either continuous paper or single sheets; Insert the ribbon cartridge into the printer as a ball point pen, to replace the ribbon cartridge. Raise the paper guide upright. ...at least 210 mm or 8 1/4 inches wide to the center of the printer. 5XQQLQJýWKHý6HOIý7HVWý The built-in the direction of the cartridge firmly to help feed the ribbon into the printer slots. 6. (3621ý/;ðêíí Z Warning: Never ...
...self test function demonstrates that the printer is turned on the platen. (3621 Then remove the cartridge by lifting the posts on either continuous paper or single sheets; Insert the ribbon cartridge into the printer as a ball point pen, to replace the ribbon cartridge. Raise the paper guide upright. ...at least 210 mm or 8 1/4 inches wide to the center of the printer. 5XQQLQJýWKHý6HOIý7HVWý The built-in the direction of the cartridge firmly to help feed the ribbon into the printer slots. 6. (3621ý/;ðêíí Z Warning: Never ...
Product Information Guide
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...loading position. Then turn on the printer. 4. Use the scale on the color ribbon to fit the metal pins into the slots. 8. The printer prints to install the kit: 1. Move the paper support midway between pages is closed. Fit the first four holes of the cartridge. ,QNý-HWý3ULQWHUV... (3621 Turn off the paper entering the printer; Push it out as shown below . 2. Slide the left sprocket unit so that its notches over the ...
...loading position. Then turn on the printer. 4. Use the scale on the color ribbon to fit the metal pins into the slots. 8. The printer prints to install the kit: 1. Move the paper support midway between pages is closed. Fit the first four holes of the cartridge. ,QNý-HWý3ULQWHUV... (3621 Turn off the paper entering the printer; Push it out as shown below . 2. Slide the left sprocket unit so that its notches over the ...
Product Information Guide
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...to fit the plastic hooks into the printer slots. ,QIRUPDWLRQý5HIHUHQFHý/LVW Engineering Change Notices None Product Support Bulletins None Technical Information Bulletins None Related Documentation TM-LX300 EPSON LX-300 Service Manual PL-LX300 EPSON LX-300 Parts Price List 4002661 EPSON LX-300 User's Guide 7. After you print...adjust the ribbon angle. it should not be twisted or creased. 8. then press both sides of the cartridge firmly to help feed the ribbon into the printer as shown; Then print another self test to remove any slack in the ribbon. 6. Note: When ...
...to fit the plastic hooks into the printer slots. ,QIRUPDWLRQý5HIHUHQFHý/LVW Engineering Change Notices None Product Support Bulletins None Technical Information Bulletins None Related Documentation TM-LX300 EPSON LX-300 Service Manual PL-LX300 EPSON LX-300 Parts Price List 4002661 EPSON LX-300 User's Guide 7. After you print...adjust the ribbon angle. it should not be twisted or creased. 8. then press both sides of the cartridge firmly to help feed the ribbon into the printer as shown; Then print another self test to remove any slack in the ribbon. 6. Note: When ...
User Manual
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..., Cautions, and Notes 0-2 Important Safety Instructions 0-3 Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Choosing a place for the printer 1-3 Assembling the Printer 1-4 Installing the paper-feed knob 1-4 Attaching the paper supports 1-5 Installing the ribbon cartridge 1-5 Plugging in the printer 1-9 Running the Self Test 1-10 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-13 Using the parallel interface 1-13 Using...
..., Cautions, and Notes 0-2 Important Safety Instructions 0-3 Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Choosing a place for the printer 1-3 Assembling the Printer 1-4 Installing the paper-feed knob 1-4 Attaching the paper supports 1-5 Installing the ribbon cartridge 1-5 Plugging in the printer 1-9 Running the Self Test 1-10 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-13 Using the parallel interface 1-13 Using...
User Manual
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... Two built-in your work environment. t Longer printable area. Introduction Features Your Epson® 9-pin dot matrix printer offers these outstanding features: t High-speed printing. Print up to most printer functions. t Detachable push and pull tractor. t Pull Tractor (C80030V) for ...printing continuous paper and multi-part forms (used in the pull-tractor position in the push tractor position). You'll notice the benefit of quiet printing in 10-cpi draft mode. Print up to a color ribbon cartridge...
... Two built-in your work environment. t Longer printable area. Introduction Features Your Epson® 9-pin dot matrix printer offers these outstanding features: t High-speed printing. Print up to most printer functions. t Detachable push and pull tractor. t Pull Tractor (C80030V) for ...printing continuous paper and multi-part forms (used in the pull-tractor position in the push tractor position). You'll notice the benefit of quiet printing in 10-cpi draft mode. Print up to a color ribbon cartridge...
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Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer 1 Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Choosing a place for the printer 1-3 Assembling the Printer 1-4 Installing the paper-feed knob 1-4 Attaching the paper supports 1-5 Installing the ribbon cartridge 1-5 Plugging in the printer 1-9 Running the Self Test 1-10 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-13 Using the parallel interface 1-13 Using the serial interface 1-15 Setting Up Your Software 1-16 Microsoft Windows 3.1 and all Windows programs 1-17 Using non-Windows software 1-18 Setting Up the Printer 1-1
Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer 1 Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Choosing a place for the printer 1-3 Assembling the Printer 1-4 Installing the paper-feed knob 1-4 Attaching the paper supports 1-5 Installing the ribbon cartridge 1-5 Plugging in the printer 1-9 Running the Self Test 1-10 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-13 Using the parallel interface 1-13 Using the serial interface 1-15 Setting Up Your Software 1-16 Microsoft Windows 3.1 and all Windows programs 1-17 Using non-Windows software 1-18 Setting Up the Printer 1-1
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If the label on the back of this printer designed for your country, contact your dealer. 1-2 Setting Up the Printer c Caution: There are several versions of the printer does not show the correct voltage for different voltages, and it is attached to change the voltage. Unpacking the Printer Your printer box should include these items. Printer Printout guide Paper-feed knob Paper supports Ribbon cartridge Power cord In some locations, the power cord is not possible to the printer.
If the label on the back of this printer designed for your country, contact your dealer. 1-2 Setting Up the Printer c Caution: There are several versions of the printer does not show the correct voltage for different voltages, and it is attached to change the voltage. Unpacking the Printer Your printer box should include these items. Printer Printout guide Paper-feed knob Paper supports Ribbon cartridge Power cord In some locations, the power cord is not possible to the printer.
User Manual
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Attaching the paper supports You should install the paper supports before you begin using the printer. 1. Raise the paper guide. Repeat for the other paper support. Lower the paper guide. Installing the ribbon cartridge Before installing the ribbon cartridge, make sure the printer is not plugged into the notches on the edge guide. 2. Hold one of the paper supports and push the tips into an electrical outlet. Setting Up the Printer 1-5
Attaching the paper supports You should install the paper supports before you begin using the printer. 1. Raise the paper guide. Repeat for the other paper support. Lower the paper guide. Installing the ribbon cartridge Before installing the ribbon cartridge, make sure the printer is not plugged into the notches on the edge guide. 2. Hold one of the paper supports and push the tips into an electrical outlet. Setting Up the Printer 1-5
User Manual
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3. Setting Up the Printer 1-7 Insert the ribbon cartridge into the printer slots. then press both sides of the arrow to remove any slack from the ribbon so it is easier to fit the plastic hooks into the printer as shown; Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the cartridge firmly to install. 4.
3. Setting Up the Printer 1-7 Insert the ribbon cartridge into the printer slots. then press both sides of the arrow to remove any slack from the ribbon so it is easier to fit the plastic hooks into the printer as shown; Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the cartridge firmly to install. 4.
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... a pointed object, such as a ball point pen, to replace the ribbon cartridge. Re-install and close the printer cover. To remove the old ribbon cartridge, first move the print head to the center of the printer. 1-8 Setting Up the Printer Then remove the cartridge by lifting the posts on the either side and taking it should...
... a pointed object, such as a ball point pen, to replace the ribbon cartridge. Re-install and close the printer cover. To remove the old ribbon cartridge, first move the print head to the center of the printer. 1-8 Setting Up the Printer Then remove the cartridge by lifting the posts on the either side and taking it should...
User Manual
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Color upgrade kit The optional color upgrade kit (C83208V) includes a color ribbon cartridge and a motor unit. Install the paper guide. Here's how to the center until it out as shown below. Slide the connector cover on the printer and pull it stops at the guide mark. Slide the left edge guide to install the kit: 1. Turn off the printer and remove the printer cover. Using the Printer 2-31 Then slide the right edge guide to the opposite guide mark. 7.
Color upgrade kit The optional color upgrade kit (C83208V) includes a color ribbon cartridge and a motor unit. Install the paper guide. Here's how to the center until it out as shown below. Slide the connector cover on the printer and pull it stops at the guide mark. Slide the left edge guide to install the kit: 1. Turn off the printer and remove the printer cover. Using the Printer 2-31 Then slide the right edge guide to the opposite guide mark. 7.
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then slide the plastic part on the printer. 4. Push it down firmly to fit the metal pins into the connector on the color ribbon to the middle of the printer; Slide the print head to the center of the printer. Install the motor unit in the right hand corner of the printer, with the gear facing the center of the cartridge. 2-32 Using the Printer Insert the motor unit plug into the slots. 3. 2.
then slide the plastic part on the printer. 4. Push it down firmly to fit the metal pins into the connector on the color ribbon to the middle of the printer; Slide the print head to the center of the printer. Install the motor unit in the right hand corner of the printer, with the gear facing the center of the cartridge. 2-32 Using the Printer Insert the motor unit plug into the slots. 3. 2.
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5. Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the ribbon. 6. Turn the ribbon-tightening knob to fit the plastic hooks into the printer slots. 7. then press both sides of the arrow to remove any slack in the direction of the cartridge firmly to help feed the ribbon into the printer as shown; Insert the ribbon cartridge into place; Using the Printer 2-33 it should not be twisted or creased. 8. Replace the printer cover.
5. Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the ribbon. 6. Turn the ribbon-tightening knob to fit the plastic hooks into the printer slots. 7. then press both sides of the arrow to remove any slack in the direction of the cartridge firmly to help feed the ribbon into the printer as shown; Insert the ribbon cartridge into place; Using the Printer 2-33 it should not be twisted or creased. 8. Replace the printer cover.
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... the top edge is yellow, move the color ribbon adjustment lever forward. Then print another self test to remove the motor unit. 2-34 Using the Printer If the bottom edge is blue, move the lever backward. You do not have to check your adjustment. After you print using the color ribbon... as shown on page 1-5. Check the characters printed in red. Repeat this process until the ribbon is reduced. Note: When you install the color ribbon cartridge, run the self test as shown on page 1-10.
... the top edge is yellow, move the color ribbon adjustment lever forward. Then print another self test to remove the motor unit. 2-34 Using the Printer If the bottom edge is blue, move the lever backward. You do not have to check your adjustment. After you print using the color ribbon... as shown on page 1-5. Check the characters printed in red. Repeat this process until the ribbon is reduced. Note: When you install the color ribbon cartridge, run the self test as shown on page 1-10.
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... page 1-5. The lights stay off but nothing is flashing and the printer beeps three times. Check that the software is turned on again. Check the software's printer settings. The ribbon cartridge may be worn out. Troubleshooting 3-3 Replace the ribbon cartridge. Printing The printer does not print The PAUSE light is off even when the power...
... page 1-5. The lights stay off but nothing is flashing and the printer beeps three times. Check that the software is turned on again. Check the software's printer settings. The ribbon cartridge may be worn out. Troubleshooting 3-3 Replace the ribbon cartridge. Printing The printer does not print The PAUSE light is off even when the power...
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... parts missing at the bottom. An error has occurred. If there is no jam, contact your dealer. The printer makes a strange noise, the beeper sounds five times, and the printer stops abruptly. Dots are missing in the printout. The ribbon cartridge may be installed properly. Turn off the printer and turn it on . See page 1-5.
... parts missing at the bottom. An error has occurred. If there is no jam, contact your dealer. The printer makes a strange noise, the beeper sounds five times, and the printer stops abruptly. Dots are missing in the printout. The ribbon cartridge may be installed properly. Turn off the printer and turn it on . See page 1-5.