Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... combinations: Push tractor Pull tractor Push/Pull tractor Best for simple, efficient operation of the print head and enhances printing with 360 dpi in front, bottom and rear paper paths. Available in a single pass of impact printers. Tractor paper paths: EPSON impact printers all of their respective owners. Front push paper path Rear push/pull Front push/pull...
... combinations: Push tractor Pull tractor Push/Pull tractor Best for simple, efficient operation of the print head and enhances printing with 360 dpi in front, bottom and rear paper paths. Available in a single pass of impact printers. Tractor paper paths: EPSON impact printers all of their respective owners. Front push paper path Rear push/pull Front push/pull...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... ribbon, the printer can jam or damage the print head Protects and extends the life of the print head = First Character = 2,000,000 th Character vs. Customer advantages Manufactured with ink precisely applied to the less expensive compatible ribbons. Because the carriage does not have to every sale 5 Reliability-Ribbon cartridge reliability Most EPSON impact printers use and...
... ribbon, the printer can jam or damage the print head Protects and extends the life of the print head = First Character = 2,000,000 th Character vs. Customer advantages Manufactured with ink precisely applied to the less expensive compatible ribbons. Because the carriage does not have to every sale 5 Reliability-Ribbon cartridge reliability Most EPSON impact printers use and...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... on the motor for reliability in Mean Time Between Failures. LL Reliability-Off-carriage motor assembly Most EPSON impact printers use an off -carriage motor allows the print head to r EPSON Sales Training EPSON is less wear and tear on printing conditions, and is not carrying the extra motor weight. Off-carriage motor On-carriage motor P u lle y M o to...
... on the motor for reliability in Mean Time Between Failures. LL Reliability-Off-carriage motor assembly Most EPSON impact printers use an off -carriage motor allows the print head to r EPSON Sales Training EPSON is less wear and tear on printing conditions, and is not carrying the extra motor weight. Off-carriage motor On-carriage motor P u lle y M o to...
Product Brochure
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... back office: the rugged EPSON FX-880 and EPSON FX-1180, designed especially for demanding environments. Epson includes solid technical support and a two year warranty, making the dependable EPSON FX-880 or FX-1180 your printer a snap. With legendary Epson reliability in EPSON ESC/P® and IBM® emulation plus a variety of back office printing. EPSON FX-880 and FX-1180 Impact Printers • Fast printing at 455 cps and...
... back office: the rugged EPSON FX-880 and EPSON FX-1180, designed especially for demanding environments. Epson includes solid technical support and a two year warranty, making the dependable EPSON FX-880 or FX-1180 your printer a snap. With legendary Epson reliability in EPSON ESC/P® and IBM® emulation plus a variety of back office printing. EPSON FX-880 and FX-1180 Impact Printers • Fast printing at 455 cps and...
Product Brochure
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... Handlings Micro-adjustment for top-of Seiko Epson Corporation. approximately 3 million characters (Draft 10 cpi, 14 dots/character) Reliability/Life Expectancy Total print volume 6.5 million lines (except print head) MTBF 10,000 POH @ 25%, 35% coverage Print head 200 million characters @ 14 dots per character Product/Accessory Part Numbers FX-880 Printer C229001 Additional Pull Tractor Unit C800201...
... Handlings Micro-adjustment for top-of Seiko Epson Corporation. approximately 3 million characters (Draft 10 cpi, 14 dots/character) Reliability/Life Expectancy Total print volume 6.5 million lines (except print head) MTBF 10,000 POH @ 25%, 35% coverage Print head 200 million characters @ 14 dots per character Product/Accessory Part Numbers FX-880 Printer C229001 Additional Pull Tractor Unit C800201...
Product Information Guide
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...sheet (lb) 12 15 of the printer for your printer's voltage. Label size Backing sheet width Backing sheet length Backing sheet thickness Total thickness Label weight Quality Minimum Maximum See figure below (inches) 4 (mm) 101.6 FX-880: 10 254 FX-1180: 16 406.4 (inches) 4 ...17 (g/m2) 68 Plain paper 2.5 inches (63.5 mm) min. 15/16 inch (23.8 mm) min. EPSON FX-880/FX-1180 Reliability: Total print volume: Print head life: 6.5 million lines (except print head) approx. 200 million characters (draft 10 cpi, 14 dots/character) Dimensions and weight: Height Width Depth Weight (...
...sheet (lb) 12 15 of the printer for your printer's voltage. Label size Backing sheet width Backing sheet length Backing sheet thickness Total thickness Label weight Quality Minimum Maximum See figure below (inches) 4 (mm) 101.6 FX-880: 10 254 FX-1180: 16 406.4 (inches) 4 ...17 (g/m2) 68 Plain paper 2.5 inches (63.5 mm) min. 15/16 inch (23.8 mm) min. EPSON FX-880/FX-1180 Reliability: Total print volume: Print head life: 6.5 million lines (except print head) approx. 200 million characters (draft 10 cpi, 14 dots/character) Dimensions and weight: Height Width Depth Weight (...
Product Information Guide
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...off when the top of paper is not loaded correctly. Load paper in the printer. t Paper is set to the wrong position. the printer resumes printing automatically once the print head cools. t Feeds continuous paper backward to the standby position. When pressed again...printer beeps once if you adjust the top-of-form and tear-off f = flashing Beep Pattern qqq short series of beeps (three times) qqqqq long series of paper. then move the paper release lever to the standby position. EPSON FX-880/FX-1180 11/98 Pause Button t Stops printing temporarily, and resumes printing...
...off when the top of paper is not loaded correctly. Load paper in the printer. t Paper is set to the wrong position. the printer resumes printing automatically once the print head cools. t Feeds continuous paper backward to the standby position. When pressed again...printer beeps once if you adjust the top-of-form and tear-off f = flashing Beep Pattern qqq short series of beeps (three times) qqqqq long series of paper. then move the paper release lever to the standby position. EPSON FX-880/FX-1180 11/98 Pause Button t Stops printing temporarily, and resumes printing...
Product Information Guide
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... cartridge. Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge Warning: You need to the top-of the printer. 5. EPSON FX-880/FX-1180 11/98 You may be hot; ribbon cartridge handle print head Note: The printer has a minimum and a maximum tear-off the printed pages. If you resume printing, the printer automatically feeds the paper back to press the Tear Off/Bin button. 2. The...
... cartridge. Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge Warning: You need to the top-of the printer. 5. EPSON FX-880/FX-1180 11/98 You may be hot; ribbon cartridge handle print head Note: The printer has a minimum and a maximum tear-off the printed pages. If you resume printing, the printer automatically feeds the paper back to press the Tear Off/Bin button. 2. The...
Product Information Guide
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...paper entry slot. 7. Press down into place. 8. Using the Default-Setting Mode The default settings control many printer functions. Slide the print head from the printer's control panel using the defaultsetting mode. Install the paper tension unit by its handle and push it firmly ...is jammed in the printer. The factory settings are bold. 11/98 EPSON FX-880/FX-1180 - 13 otherwise the printer may be lost. 5. While you can often set these functions through your software or printer driver, you use the knob; Remove the printer cover. 3. EPSON FX-880/FX-1180 6. Hold the ribbon...
...paper entry slot. 7. Press down into place. 8. Using the Default-Setting Mode The default settings control many printer functions. Slide the print head from the printer's control panel using the defaultsetting mode. Install the paper tension unit by its handle and push it firmly ...is jammed in the printer. The factory settings are bold. 11/98 EPSON FX-880/FX-1180 - 13 otherwise the printer may be lost. 5. While you can often set these functions through your software or printer driver, you use the knob; Remove the printer cover. 3. EPSON FX-880/FX-1180 6. Hold the ribbon...
Product Information Guide
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... EPSON FX-880 Service Manual EPSON FX-1180 Service Manual EPSON FX-880 Parts Price List EPSON FX-1180 Parts Price List 16 - Follow these chemicals can damage the printer components as well as ASCII characters. Keep the printer cover and front cover closed to the printer. Caution: Never use a hard or abrasive brush. Contact an EPSON dealer if you just used the printer, the print head...
... EPSON FX-880 Service Manual EPSON FX-1180 Service Manual EPSON FX-880 Parts Price List EPSON FX-1180 Parts Price List 16 - Follow these chemicals can damage the printer components as well as ASCII characters. Keep the printer cover and front cover closed to the printer. Caution: Never use a hard or abrasive brush. Contact an EPSON dealer if you just used the printer, the print head...
User Manual
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... 0-7 Ribbon Cartridges 0-7 Important Safety Instructions 0-8 Print Head Caution Symbol 0-9 ENERGY STAR Compliance 0-10 For United Kingdom Users 0-10 Use of options 0-10 Safety information 0-10 How To Use Your Manuals 0-11 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes 0-12 Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-3 Positioning the continuous paper supply 1-4 Installing...
... 0-7 Ribbon Cartridges 0-7 Important Safety Instructions 0-8 Print Head Caution Symbol 0-9 ENERGY STAR Compliance 0-10 For United Kingdom Users 0-10 Use of options 0-10 Safety information 0-10 How To Use Your Manuals 0-11 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes 0-12 Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-3 Positioning the continuous paper supply 1-4 Installing...
User Manual
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... or Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge" on continuous paper and single sheets using a variety of the print head and other printer parts. Options Your printer comes with your printer's versatility. By adding options, such as a cut-sheet feeder, pull tractor, or roll paper...on options for your printer's built-in parallel interface. Ribbon Cartridges Your printer uses the following ribbon cartridge: EPSON black ribbon cartridge FX-880: #8750 FX-1180: #8755 When printing becomes faint, you can further expand your EPSON printer. Getting to supplement your printer, see Appendix A, ...
... or Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge" on continuous paper and single sheets using a variety of the print head and other printer parts. Options Your printer comes with your printer's versatility. By adding options, such as a cut-sheet feeder, pull tractor, or roll paper...on options for your printer's built-in parallel interface. Ribbon Cartridges Your printer uses the following ribbon cartridge: EPSON black ribbon cartridge FX-880: #8750 FX-1180: #8755 When printing becomes faint, you can further expand your EPSON printer. Getting to supplement your printer, see Appendix A, ...
User Manual
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... damaged; If you touch any printer part marked with this symbol. Never touch the print head just after the printer has been used. Unplug the printer and refer servicing to Know Your Printer 9 if liquid has entered the printer; or if the printer does not operate normally or exhibits... plug is damaged; Adjust only those controls that this printer, the building installation must be hot. Print Head Caution Symbol The symbol on the print head indicates that are covered by a 16 Amp circuit breaker. Let the print head cool for German-speaking users: Bei Anschluß des...
... damaged; If you touch any printer part marked with this symbol. Never touch the print head just after the printer has been used. Unplug the printer and refer servicing to Know Your Printer 9 if liquid has entered the printer; or if the printer does not operate normally or exhibits... plug is damaged; Adjust only those controls that this printer, the building installation must be hot. Print Head Caution Symbol The symbol on the print head indicates that are covered by a 16 Amp circuit breaker. Let the print head cool for German-speaking users: Bei Anschluß des...
User Manual
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... be hot; If you need to install or replace the ribbon 1 cartridge. The printer is off . c Caution: Moving the print head while the printer is turned off when the surface of genuine EPSON ribbon cartridges (#8750 for FX-880, #8755 for FX-1180). let it cool before replacing it . 1. Installing or Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge This section describes...
... be hot; If you need to install or replace the ribbon 1 cartridge. The printer is off . c Caution: Moving the print head while the printer is turned off when the surface of genuine EPSON ribbon cartridges (#8750 for FX-880, #8755 for FX-1180). let it cool before replacing it . 1. Installing or Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge This section describes...
User Manual
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if it is, let it cool for a few minutes before touching it up and out of the arrow to the middle of the printer by its handle and pull it . If a used ribbon cartridge is not hot; Setting Up the Printer 1-7 Remove the new ribbon cartridge from the package and turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the ribbon. 5. Make sure that the print head is installed, grasp the cartridge by hand. 1 print head 6. handle 7. Then slide the print head to remove any slack in the direction of the printer.
if it is, let it cool for a few minutes before touching it up and out of the arrow to the middle of the printer by its handle and pull it . If a used ribbon cartridge is not hot; Setting Up the Printer 1-7 Remove the new ribbon cartridge from the package and turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the ribbon. 5. Make sure that the print head is installed, grasp the cartridge by hand. 1 print head 6. handle 7. Then slide the print head to remove any slack in the direction of the printer.
User Manual
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Hold the ribbon cartridge by its handle and push it firmly down on both ends of the cartridge to help feed the ribbon into position; 8. Use a pointed object, such as a ball point pen, to guide the ribbon between the print head and ribbon guide while you turn the ribbon-tightening knob to fit the plastic hooks into the slots. 9. ribbon-tightening knob 1-8 Setting Up the Printer then press down into place.
Hold the ribbon cartridge by its handle and push it firmly down on both ends of the cartridge to help feed the ribbon into position; 8. Use a pointed object, such as a ball point pen, to guide the ribbon between the print head and ribbon guide while you turn the ribbon-tightening knob to fit the plastic hooks into the slots. 9. ribbon-tightening knob 1-8 Setting Up the Printer then press down into place.
User Manual
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Also check that the ribbon is not twisted or creased. 1 11. Setting Up the Printer 1-9 Press down on the printer's mounting pegs and lowering it into place. 10. Slide the print head from side to side to make sure it clicks into place. Install the paper tension unit by placing it on both ends of the unit until it moves smoothly.
Also check that the ribbon is not twisted or creased. 1 11. Setting Up the Printer 1-9 Press down on the printer's mounting pegs and lowering it into place. 10. Slide the print head from side to side to make sure it clicks into place. Install the paper tension unit by placing it on both ends of the unit until it moves smoothly.
User Manual
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...o As shown above, place the envelope printable side down and insert the top edge of your application program prints entirely within the printable area of the envelope into the printer first. o The print head must not print past the left edge guide is aligned with the arrow on the paper guide.... 4-6 Printing on page A-10. Before loading envelopes, set the paper thickness lever to a position from 2 (for thin envelopes) to...
...o As shown above, place the envelope printable side down and insert the top edge of your application program prints entirely within the printable area of the envelope into the printer first. o The print head must not print past the left edge guide is aligned with the arrow on the paper guide.... 4-6 Printing on page A-10. Before loading envelopes, set the paper thickness lever to a position from 2 (for thin envelopes) to...
User Manual
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... at the perforation; the Paper Out light goes off and the printer starts printing. then move the paper release lever to the standby position. The printer feeds the paper to the desired position. the printer resumes printing automatically once the print head cools. f Paper Out f Pause The print head is not fed to eject the paper; Using the Error...
... at the perforation; the Paper Out light goes off and the printer starts printing. then move the paper release lever to the standby position. The printer feeds the paper to the desired position. the printer resumes printing automatically once the print head cools. f Paper Out f Pause The print head is not fed to eject the paper; Using the Error...
User Manual
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... feed code to have the print head replaced. Troubleshooting 7-11 Stop printing and contact your dealer to each line of the printer must be checked when the print head is damaged. c Caution: Never replace the print head yourself; See "Making Default Settings" in your Adjust the line space setting in Chapter 5, or "Using the EPSON Remote! The line space...
... feed code to have the print head replaced. Troubleshooting 7-11 Stop printing and contact your dealer to each line of the printer must be checked when the print head is damaged. c Caution: Never replace the print head yourself; See "Making Default Settings" in your Adjust the line space setting in Chapter 5, or "Using the EPSON Remote! The line space...