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Always test samples of paper stock before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs. 1/97 EPSON EPL-N1200 - 1 or lettersize paper Warm-up to 64MB Imaging Cartridge (S051016) Storage temperature: 32 to 95°F (0 to 35°C)...type of paper. EPSON EPL-N1200 top cover latch optional LocalTalk/Serial interface access cover optional interface card slot cover AC inlet parallel C interface parallel B interface imaging cartridge guides control panel fuser paper stopper power switch front cover Printer Specifications Printing Printing method: Laser beam scanning and dry...
Always test samples of paper stock before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs. 1/97 EPSON EPL-N1200 - 1 or lettersize paper Warm-up to 64MB Imaging Cartridge (S051016) Storage temperature: 32 to 95°F (0 to 35°C)...type of paper. EPSON EPL-N1200 top cover latch optional LocalTalk/Serial interface access cover optional interface card slot cover AC inlet parallel C interface parallel B interface imaging cartridge guides control panel fuser paper stopper power switch front cover Printer Specifications Printing Printing method: Laser beam scanning and dry...
User Manual
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... liability is any and all rights in any form or by Epson America, Inc. 8/96 Printed on recycled paper with Seiko Epson Corporation's operating and maintenance instructions. ® Laser Printer User's Guide All rights reserved. Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or...liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those marks. EPSON disclaims any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. No part of this product, or...
... liability is any and all rights in any form or by Epson America, Inc. 8/96 Printed on recycled paper with Seiko Epson Corporation's operating and maintenance instructions. ® Laser Printer User's Guide All rights reserved. Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or...liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those marks. EPSON disclaims any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. No part of this product, or...
User Manual
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... 0-5 Where to Get Help 0-5 Electronic Support Services 0-6 Energy Star Compliance 0-7 Energy-saving Tips 0-7 Important Safety Instructions 0-8 Laser Safety Information 0-9 Chapter 1 Paper Handling Choosing Paper or Other Media 1-2 Loading Paper in the Built-in Paper Tray 1-3 ...Windows Printer Drivers Accessing the Printer Driver 2-2 From Windows Applications 2-3 From Windows 95 Printer Properties 2-3 From Windows 3.1 or Windows NT Control Panel . . . . . 2-4 Using the EPSONScript Driver in Windows 95 2-4 Using the EPL-N1200 Driver 2-7 Checking the Basic Settings 2-9 Printer Driver...
... 0-5 Where to Get Help 0-5 Electronic Support Services 0-6 Energy Star Compliance 0-7 Energy-saving Tips 0-7 Important Safety Instructions 0-8 Laser Safety Information 0-9 Chapter 1 Paper Handling Choosing Paper or Other Media 1-2 Loading Paper in the Built-in Paper Tray 1-3 ...Windows Printer Drivers Accessing the Printer Driver 2-2 From Windows Applications 2-3 From Windows 95 Printer Properties 2-3 From Windows 3.1 or Windows NT Control Panel . . . . . 2-4 Using the EPSONScript Driver in Windows 95 2-4 Using the EPL-N1200 Driver 2-7 Checking the Basic Settings 2-9 Printer Driver...
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... professional graphics formats and special effects. And if the printer is a PostScript®-compatible, 600-dpi laser printer that allow you connect the printer to enhance its operation, such as extra paper cassettes, additional printer memory, and serial and network interfaces. Introduction 1 The...also install a variety of interface options that uses EPSON's latest quality-enhancement and energy-efficiency technologies to print crisp, clean output at your printer to an ECP port on a network. Introduction Your EPSON® EPL-N1200 is right at up to 12 pages per minute...
... professional graphics formats and special effects. And if the printer is a PostScript®-compatible, 600-dpi laser printer that allow you connect the printer to enhance its operation, such as extra paper cassettes, additional printer memory, and serial and network interfaces. Introduction 1 The...also install a variety of interface options that uses EPSON's latest quality-enhancement and energy-efficiency technologies to print crisp, clean output at your printer to an ECP port on a network. Introduction Your EPSON® EPL-N1200 is right at up to 12 pages per minute...
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...(DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to qualified service personnel under the U.S. Since radiation emitted by the operating instructions. if the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in this User's Guide, do not attempt to properly grounded power outlets.... that are covered by the laser is certified as photocopiers or air control systems that the printer does not produce hazardous laser radiation. Laser Safety Information This printer is completely confined within protective housings and external covers, the laser beam cannot escape from the ...
...(DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to qualified service personnel under the U.S. Since radiation emitted by the operating instructions. if the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in this User's Guide, do not attempt to properly grounded power outlets.... that are covered by the laser is certified as photocopiers or air control systems that the printer does not produce hazardous laser radiation. Laser Safety Information This printer is completely confined within protective housings and external covers, the laser beam cannot escape from the ...
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... Health (CDRH) of procedures other than those specified in this User's Guide may result in IEC 825 specifications. Your printer is a Class 1 laser product as defined in hazardous radiation exposure. Laser safety labels w Warning: Use of controls or adjustments, or performance of the U.S. The label shown below is mandatory ...for products marketed in the United States. The label shown below indicates compliance with the CDRH regulations and must be attached to laser products marketed in countries where required. 10 Introduction Compliance is attached in the United States.
... Health (CDRH) of procedures other than those specified in this User's Guide may result in IEC 825 specifications. Your printer is a Class 1 laser product as defined in hazardous radiation exposure. Laser safety labels w Warning: Use of controls or adjustments, or performance of the U.S. The label shown below is mandatory ...for products marketed in the United States. The label shown below indicates compliance with the CDRH regulations and must be attached to laser products marketed in countries where required. 10 Introduction Compliance is attached in the United States.
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... limit for ozone is NOT A FIELD SERVICE ITEM. Therefore, the printer head unit should not be opened under any circumstances. The EPL-N1200 laser printer generates it is a Class IIIb Laser Diode Assembly that has an invisible laser beam. Internal laser radiation This is produced only during printing. The printer head unit is 0.1 parts per million (ppm) expressed as...
... limit for ozone is NOT A FIELD SERVICE ITEM. Therefore, the printer head unit should not be opened under any circumstances. The EPL-N1200 laser printer generates it is a Class IIIb Laser Diode Assembly that has an invisible laser beam. Internal laser radiation This is produced only during printing. The printer head unit is 0.1 parts per million (ppm) expressed as...
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...to modify or take apart the cartridge; CAUTION HOT SURFACE u Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless instructed to ensure safe, efficient operation. rough handling can be refilled. 12 Introduction u When you open the printer cover. u Do not turn the cartridge upside down or stand it on its surface and ...may affect print quality. Even if you are familiar with other types of the drum and avoid touching it cannot be very hot. Laser precautions This printer uses laser technology. Do not attempt to touch the fuser, which is marked CAUTION HOT SURFACE.
...to modify or take apart the cartridge; CAUTION HOT SURFACE u Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless instructed to ensure safe, efficient operation. rough handling can be refilled. 12 Introduction u When you open the printer cover. u Do not turn the cartridge upside down or stand it on its surface and ...may affect print quality. Even if you are familiar with other types of the drum and avoid touching it cannot be very hot. Laser precautions This printer uses laser technology. Do not attempt to touch the fuser, which is marked CAUTION HOT SURFACE.
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...see Chapter 2). Load envelopes face up in the built-in mind to select, load, and print on these media: u Envelopes. Select labels designed specifically for laser printers or plain paper copiers. You can print on many sizes of paper too. Make sure all the labels adhere to and completely cover the backing...original packaging and avoiding a humid environment. Choosing Paper or Other Media You can print on many different kinds of paper or other media with your EPL-N1200: u Plain bond paper (16 to 24 lb weight) u Card stock (24 to 42 lb weight) u Envelopes u Labels u Transparency film...
...see Chapter 2). Load envelopes face up in the built-in mind to select, load, and print on these media: u Envelopes. Select labels designed specifically for laser printers or plain paper copiers. You can print on many sizes of paper too. Make sure all the labels adhere to and completely cover the backing...original packaging and avoiding a humid environment. Choosing Paper or Other Media You can print on many different kinds of paper or other media with your EPL-N1200: u Plain bond paper (16 to 24 lb weight) u Card stock (24 to 42 lb weight) u Envelopes u Labels u Transparency film...
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... then tap the edges to fit your printer. If you've installed an optional paper cassette, follow the steps on it stops. edge guides 3. some are labeled below the guides. Slide in the paper tray inside your paper size; Choose transparencies made just for laser printers or plain paper copiers, and load them...
... then tap the edges to fit your printer. If you've installed an optional paper cassette, follow the steps on it stops. edge guides 3. some are labeled below the guides. Slide in the paper tray inside your paper size; Choose transparencies made just for laser printers or plain paper copiers, and load them...
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... on the emulation mode Printer General Printing method: Resolution: Printing speed: First print: Warm-up time: Paper feed: Paper feed alignment: Input paper supply ( 20 lb [75g/m2] paper): Paper eject: Paper eject capacity: Internal emulation: Resident fonts: RAM: Laser beam scanning and dry electrophotographic...paper PS emulation (EPSONScript Level 2) HP LJ4 Plus (PCL5e) emulation (LJ4) HP-GL/2 emulation (GL2 mode) LQ 24-pin printer emulation (ESC/P 2) ESC/P 9-pin printer emulation (FX) IBM Proprinter emulation (I239X) 35 scalable fonts in PS mode 45 scalable, 1 bitmap font in the MP Tray...
... on the emulation mode Printer General Printing method: Resolution: Printing speed: First print: Warm-up time: Paper feed: Paper feed alignment: Input paper supply ( 20 lb [75g/m2] paper): Paper eject: Paper eject capacity: Internal emulation: Resident fonts: RAM: Laser beam scanning and dry electrophotographic...paper PS emulation (EPSONScript Level 2) HP LJ4 Plus (PCL5e) emulation (LJ4) HP-GL/2 emulation (GL2 mode) LQ 24-pin printer emulation (ESC/P 2) ESC/P 9-pin printer emulation (FX) IBM Proprinter emulation (I239X) 35 scalable fonts in PS mode 45 scalable, 1 bitmap font in the MP Tray...
Service Manual
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... operation. For United States Users; [Laser Safety] This printer is NOT A FIELD SERVICE ITEM. Compliance is a page printer which operates by the laser is completely confined within protective housings, the laser beam cannot escape from the laser, provided the printer is 790 + 20 nm. 1 ...specified in this manual provided. I . . . - SAFETY INFORMATION This printer is mandatory for products marketed in the United States. WARNING : Use of controls, adjustments or performance of a laser. The maximum power of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for...
... operation. For United States Users; [Laser Safety] This printer is NOT A FIELD SERVICE ITEM. Compliance is a page printer which operates by the laser is completely confined within protective housings, the laser beam cannot escape from the laser, provided the printer is 790 + 20 nm. 1 ...specified in this manual provided. I . . . - SAFETY INFORMATION This printer is mandatory for products marketed in the United States. WARNING : Use of controls, adjustments or performance of a laser. The maximum power of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for...
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For Denmark, Finland, Sweden, and Norway For Europe [Label inside printer] The following laser safely label will be attached inside the printer as shown below.
For Denmark, Finland, Sweden, and Norway For Europe [Label inside printer] The following laser safely label will be attached inside the printer as shown below.
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... main features are: o Upward compatibility with electro-photographic technology. EPL-N1200 Service Manual General Description 1.1 FEATURES The EPSON® EPL-N1200 is 12 PPM. Figure 1-1. EPL-N1200 Exterior View Rev. Resolution is 600/300 DPI and print speed is a non-impact page printer that combines a semi-conductor laser with the EPL-5600 o No ozone generation o Printing speed - 12 PPM (...tray can be used as manual feed slot o Lower paper cassette (500 sheets ) available as option o Small footprint because output tray is held within the printer o Support of the EPL-N1200. A 1-1
... main features are: o Upward compatibility with electro-photographic technology. EPL-N1200 Service Manual General Description 1.1 FEATURES The EPSON® EPL-N1200 is 12 PPM. Figure 1-1. EPL-N1200 Exterior View Rev. Resolution is 600/300 DPI and print speed is a non-impact page printer that combines a semi-conductor laser with the EPL-5600 o No ozone generation o Printing speed - 12 PPM (...tray can be used as manual feed slot o Lower paper cassette (500 sheets ) available as option o Small footprint because output tray is held within the printer o Support of the EPL-N1200. A 1-1
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..., 3 edges, 6 sides Same as printer Same as printer 18 months after date of manufacture 1.2.8 Physical Specifications Dimensions (Width × Depth × Height): Printer: With one lower cassette: With two ...with A4/letter paper at a 5% image (black/white ratio) ratio. General Description EPL-N1200 Service Manual 1.2.6 Applicable Standards (without any electrical optional unit) Safety Standards 120 VAC... marking (low voltage directive) Safety Regulations (Laser Radiation) 120 VAC model: 230 VAC model (Europe): FDA (NCDRH) Class 1 VDE 0837 (Laser Class 1)(IEC825) EMI 120 VAC model: 230...
..., 3 edges, 6 sides Same as printer Same as printer 18 months after date of manufacture 1.2.8 Physical Specifications Dimensions (Width × Depth × Height): Printer: With one lower cassette: With two ...with A4/letter paper at a 5% image (black/white ratio) ratio. General Description EPL-N1200 Service Manual 1.2.6 Applicable Standards (without any electrical optional unit) Safety Standards 120 VAC... marking (low voltage directive) Safety Regulations (Laser Radiation) 120 VAC model: 230 VAC model (Europe): FDA (NCDRH) Class 1 VDE 0837 (Laser Class 1)(IEC825) EMI 120 VAC model: 230...
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All electrical controls are performed on the printer side through the coupling connector. Paper Take-Up ... This method also allows the drum to the PC drum. Paper Feeding from the transmission gear. Figure 2-5. This printer uses a brush charge method, rather than the corona charge method, to 2nd Lower Paper Cassette Figure 2-4. The paper...applied to be loaded in the optional 500-sheet lower paper cassette. Drum Charge 2-4 Rev. A Operating Principles EPL-N1200 Service Manual Lower Paper Cassette A maximum of 500 sheets can hold letter or A4 paper.) The driving force ...
All electrical controls are performed on the printer side through the coupling connector. Paper Take-Up ... This method also allows the drum to the PC drum. Paper Feeding from the transmission gear. Figure 2-5. This printer uses a brush charge method, rather than the corona charge method, to 2nd Lower Paper Cassette Figure 2-4. The paper...applied to be loaded in the optional 500-sheet lower paper cassette. Drum Charge 2-4 Rev. A Operating Principles EPL-N1200 Service Manual Lower Paper Cassette A maximum of 500 sheets can hold letter or A4 paper.) The driving force ...
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...printer is used in an environment with high temperature and high humidity and an image transfer problem occurs, especially with low temperature and low humidity and a toner smear problem occurs at the age of paper, it is recommended that the switch be positioned at H. Operating Principles EPL-N1200 Service Manual 2.1.2.5 Bias Voltages and Laser...voltage, image transfer bias voltage, doctor blade bias voltage, and the developing bias voltage control circuit. If the printer is used in an environment with small size of the transparency sheets, it is recommended that the switch be...
...printer is used in an environment with high temperature and high humidity and an image transfer problem occurs, especially with low temperature and low humidity and a toner smear problem occurs at the age of paper, it is recommended that the switch be positioned at H. Operating Principles EPL-N1200 Service Manual 2.1.2.5 Bias Voltages and Laser...voltage, image transfer bias voltage, doctor blade bias voltage, and the developing bias voltage control circuit. If the printer is used in an environment with small size of the transparency sheets, it is recommended that the switch be...
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.... A 2-15 EPL-N1200 Service Manual Figure 2-22 shows the print process. The printer stops the main motor (M1) from the video controller board. Print Sequence (End) Rev. The printer's engine starts printing when the PRINT signal is the end of the print sequence. Drum 0.65 Charge (CH1) Main Motor Off [sec.] 0.735 Laser 0.575 0.12...
.... A 2-15 EPL-N1200 Service Manual Figure 2-22 shows the print process. The printer stops the main motor (M1) from the video controller board. Print Sequence (End) Rev. The printer's engine starts printing when the PRINT signal is the end of the print sequence. Drum 0.65 Charge (CH1) Main Motor Off [sec.] 0.735 Laser 0.575 0.12...
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... troubleshooting time by identifying failed parts or components. EPL-N1200 Service Manual Troubleshooting 5.1 OVERVIEW The EPL-N1200 has a sophisticated, built-in which the controller automatically...C1210 C1400 C1999 C2000 A,B,D,F-Z Fusing Unit Error Fan Motor Error Scanner Mirror Motor Error Laser Light Error Communication Error for Engine Controller and main Controller CPU error (reserved) CPU ... function in , self-diagnostic function that tell you if service maintenance is detected, the printer displays an error message on the LCD panel. A 5-1 This self-diagnostic test overcomes ...
... troubleshooting time by identifying failed parts or components. EPL-N1200 Service Manual Troubleshooting 5.1 OVERVIEW The EPL-N1200 has a sophisticated, built-in which the controller automatically...C1210 C1400 C1999 C2000 A,B,D,F-Z Fusing Unit Error Fan Motor Error Scanner Mirror Motor Error Laser Light Error Communication Error for Engine Controller and main Controller CPU error (reserved) CPU ... function in , self-diagnostic function that tell you if service maintenance is detected, the printer displays an error message on the LCD panel. A 5-1 This self-diagnostic test overcomes ...