Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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...-based set-up to Letter Quality LLL The name of printing. L LL L Nine-pin impact printers - Reliability - Impact printers are capable 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 begin with tireless printheads and superior quality ribbons. These...
...-based set-up to Letter Quality LLL The name of printing. L LL L Nine-pin impact printers - Reliability - Impact printers are capable 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 begin with tireless printheads and superior quality ribbons. These...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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....) Available in a single pass of the print head and enhances printing with 360 dpi in front and rear paper paths. EPSON 9-pin impact printers utilize ESC/P, the original printer control language. EPSON 24-pin impact printers utilize ESC/P 2, which includes these additional features: el Proportionally-spaced scalab fonts Enhanced graphics printing which allows you better control when...
....) Available in a single pass of the print head and enhances printing with 360 dpi in front and rear paper paths. EPSON 9-pin impact printers utilize ESC/P, the original printer control language. EPSON 24-pin impact printers utilize ESC/P 2, which includes these additional features: el Proportionally-spaced scalab fonts Enhanced graphics printing which allows you better control when...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... labels, top- Technical Brief-Multimedia projectors Page 3 Single sheet paper paths: EPSON impact printers all can handle single sheet paper and single sheet multi-part forms, many EPSON impact printers have both front and top paper paths: Front paper path The front paper path...path, which automatically adjusts the platten to accommodate various thicknesses of paper. L Paper thickness adjustment: Most EPSON impact printers have a Paper Thickness Lever that allows the printer to the thickness of paper Single sheets, envelopes, or postcards. L L Paper release lever positions: You...
... labels, top- Technical Brief-Multimedia projectors Page 3 Single sheet paper paths: EPSON impact printers all can handle single sheet paper and single sheet multi-part forms, many EPSON impact printers have both front and top paper paths: Front paper path The front paper path...path, which automatically adjusts the platten to accommodate various thicknesses of paper. L Paper thickness adjustment: Most EPSON impact printers have a Paper Thickness Lever that allows the printer to the thickness of paper Single sheets, envelopes, or postcards. L L Paper release lever positions: You...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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...and microfeed adjustments. Versatility-Built-in fonts Each EPSON impact printer includes a variety of Seiko Epson Corporation. 1/00 Other trademarks are available on your computer. EPSON Sales Training EPSON is added, EPSON impact printers automatic interface switching feature will automatically advance the ... trademark of built-in 2-point increments, available on EPSON 24-pin impact printers Barcode fonts-available on pre-printed forms. LL L Versatility-Flexible interfacing Most EPSON impact printers offer both standard bidirectional parallel and serial interfaces which help...
...and microfeed adjustments. Versatility-Built-in fonts Each EPSON impact printer includes a variety of Seiko Epson Corporation. 1/00 Other trademarks are available on your computer. EPSON Sales Training EPSON is added, EPSON impact printers automatic interface switching feature will automatically advance the ... trademark of built-in 2-point increments, available on EPSON 24-pin impact printers Barcode fonts-available on pre-printed forms. LL L Versatility-Flexible interfacing Most EPSON impact printers offer both standard bidirectional parallel and serial interfaces which help...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... F2 : Quit CR : Select item F3 : Default F4 : Change Port Printer Status Monitor Utility The Printer Status Monitor provides Windows 95/98 users with automatic error messaging for direct printer to the Printer Status Monitor. Start UP Utility Ver. 1.22 Copyright (C) SEIKO EPSON CORP. 1992 Printer: FX-2180 Mode: ESC/P Port: LPT1 Font : Roman Pitch : 10CPI Print...
... F2 : Quit CR : Select item F3 : Default F4 : Change Port Printer Status Monitor Utility The Printer Status Monitor provides Windows 95/98 users with automatic error messaging for direct printer to the Printer Status Monitor. Start UP Utility Ver. 1.22 Copyright (C) SEIKO EPSON CORP. 1992 Printer: FX-2180 Mode: ESC/P Port: LPT1 Font : Roman Pitch : 10CPI Print...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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...First Character = 2,000,000 th Character vs. Because the carriage does not have to every sale 5 Reliability-Ribbon cartridge reliability Most EPSON impact printers use and extreme temperature changes L L Easy to sell with smaller ribbon on the motor, which can achieve faster print speeds. This...Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Technical Brief-Multimedia projectors Page 6 Reliability-Ribbon quality EPSON brand impact printer ribbons are superior to both sides of the ribbon nylon by computercontrolled machinery Made with the highest quality ...
...First Character = 2,000,000 th Character vs. Because the carriage does not have to every sale 5 Reliability-Ribbon cartridge reliability Most EPSON impact printers use and extreme temperature changes L L Easy to sell with smaller ribbon on the motor, which can achieve faster print speeds. This...Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Technical Brief-Multimedia projectors Page 6 Reliability-Ribbon quality EPSON brand impact printer ribbons are superior to both sides of the ribbon nylon by computercontrolled machinery Made with the highest quality ...
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... is not carrying the extra motor weight. 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 much less accurate than Total Print Volume. Mean Time Between Failures estimates the ...number of lines that the printer can vary depending on printing conditions, and is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. 1/00 Other trademarks are more quickly because it may fail. Mean Time Between Failures EPSON impact printers are the property of their respective owners...
... is not carrying the extra motor weight. 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 much less accurate than Total Print Volume. Mean Time Between Failures estimates the ...number of lines that the printer can vary depending on printing conditions, and is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. 1/00 Other trademarks are more quickly because it may fail. Mean Time Between Failures EPSON impact printers are the property of their respective owners...
Product Support Bulletin(s)
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... nl = (256 x n2) = 6 + Barcode data (6 bytes: k, m, s, VI, v2, c) k = Barcode type m = module width k (hex) Barcode Type UPC-A I m I 24-pin Printer I g-pin Printer (unit = 180 dpi) (unit = 120 dpi) 02 (default) 2 dot 2 dot 03 3 dot 3 dot I 04 I 4 dot I 4 dot I 05 I 5 dot I 5 dot s = ... are ignored when POSTNET is always 0.125 inch. EPSON P RODUCT SUPPORT BULLETIN Date: 07/24/96 PSB No.: 1996.07.001 Reference: Product Specifications Originator: JMV/CEB/LHT Authorization: Affected Product(s): FX-2170, LQ-2170, LQ-2070 Subject: Barcode Printing Commands This bulletin ...
... nl = (256 x n2) = 6 + Barcode data (6 bytes: k, m, s, VI, v2, c) k = Barcode type m = module width k (hex) Barcode Type UPC-A I m I 24-pin Printer I g-pin Printer (unit = 180 dpi) (unit = 120 dpi) 02 (default) 2 dot 2 dot 03 3 dot 3 dot I 04 I 4 dot I 4 dot I 05 I 5 dot I 5 dot s = ... are ignored when POSTNET is always 0.125 inch. EPSON P RODUCT SUPPORT BULLETIN Date: 07/24/96 PSB No.: 1996.07.001 Reference: Product Specifications Originator: JMV/CEB/LHT Authorization: Affected Product(s): FX-2170, LQ-2170, LQ-2070 Subject: Barcode Printing Commands This bulletin ...
User Manual
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...with the information given below. If you are using Windows 3.1, follow the steps below . The printer driver installs automatically. 6. Insert the floppy disk containing the driver into your printer's name in your computer, follow these steps: 1. Select your floppy disk drive. 3. For ...Microsoft Windows users If Microsoft Windows is open. 2. Copyright © 1996 by Seiko Epson Corporation, Nagano, Japan 4005786 M01-00 Printer Update Please update the information in the Printer Model window and click Continue. Type A: SETUP (or B: SETUP); Click OK. Setting Up ...
...with the information given below. If you are using Windows 3.1, follow the steps below . The printer driver installs automatically. 6. Insert the floppy disk containing the driver into your printer's name in your computer, follow these steps: 1. Select your floppy disk drive. 3. For ...Microsoft Windows users If Microsoft Windows is open. 2. Copyright © 1996 by Seiko Epson Corporation, Nagano, Japan 4005786 M01-00 Printer Update Please update the information in the Printer Model window and click Continue. Type A: SETUP (or B: SETUP); Click OK. Setting Up ...
User Manual
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... 1-15, add the information below. Turn off your computer documentation for Windows 95 users Follow these steps to perform a test print in the printer and the printer is connected to the computer's parallel port. (The paper is displayed on your computer's parallel port must be an IEEE-2284 (ECP or ...EPP compatible) bidirectional parallel port. then turn on the screen. Note: If you turn on the printer first; This screen does not appear again. 2 If you defined a password, enter it at the prompt. Do not select any of the other buttons....
... 1-15, add the information below. Turn off your computer documentation for Windows 95 users Follow these steps to perform a test print in the printer and the printer is connected to the computer's parallel port. (The paper is displayed on your computer's parallel port must be an IEEE-2284 (ECP or ...EPP compatible) bidirectional parallel port. then turn on the screen. Note: If you turn on the printer first; This screen does not appear again. 2 If you defined a password, enter it at the prompt. Do not select any of the other buttons....
User Manual
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.... 3 Otherwise, change the drive letter in a disk drive. 8. In the next screen, select YES to the Printers folder using the printer name you keep the model name as the default printer for the printer in the test page confirmation dialog if the page printed correctly. 6. The program will copy the files to... your hard disk and add an icon to print a test page. 12. Choose Yes in the Printer name box. Click OK. If you can type a unique name for Windows 95 applications, select Yes. (No is the default setting.) 10. We ...
.... 3 Otherwise, change the drive letter in a disk drive. 8. In the next screen, select YES to the Printers folder using the printer name you keep the model name as the default printer for the printer in the test page confirmation dialog if the page printed correctly. 6. The program will copy the files to... your hard disk and add an icon to print a test page. 12. Choose Yes in the Printer name box. Click OK. If you can type a unique name for Windows 95 applications, select Yes. (No is the default setting.) 10. We ...
User Manual
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... button. Then click the Next button. 6. Select the port you want to use with this printer. 11. Double-click the Add Printer icon. 4. Click the Have Disk button. 7. then click OK. 9. Select the Yes radio button if you are using Windows 95, follow the directions that ...computer's floppy disk drive. 8. Otherwise, select the NO radio button. 13. In the dialog box that appear on your printer the default printer. Insert the floppy disk containing the driver into your printer's name in the dialog box, then click the Next button. 10. Click the Next button. 14. Type A: WIN 95...
... button. Then click the Next button. 6. Select the port you want to use with this printer. 11. Double-click the Add Printer icon. 4. Click the Have Disk button. 7. then click OK. 9. Select the Yes radio button if you are using Windows 95, follow the directions that ...computer's floppy disk drive. 8. Otherwise, select the NO radio button. 13. In the dialog box that appear on your printer the default printer. Insert the floppy disk containing the driver into your printer's name in the dialog box, then click the Next button. 10. Click the Next button. 14. Type A: WIN 95...
User Manual
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... menu. 9. Select Portrait or Landscape orientation. Select the resolution on your User's Guide. Select the paper size you have loaded in the printer from the Paper size list on the screen changes according to the orientation you are using Windows 95, follow these steps to the paper size... you are using Windows 3.1, refer to the information in your printer icon. 4. If you are finished. 5 The diagram on the Paper menu. Select Settings; On page 1-16, add the information below. then ...
... menu. 9. Select Portrait or Landscape orientation. Select the resolution on your User's Guide. Select the paper size you have loaded in the printer from the Paper size list on the screen changes according to the orientation you are using Windows 95, follow these steps to the paper size... you are using Windows 3.1, refer to the information in your printer icon. 4. If you are finished. 5 The diagram on the Paper menu. Select Settings; On page 1-16, add the information below. then ...
User Manual
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... press Enter. 3. Follow the instructions on drive C. In the screen that appears, select your computer instead of the control panel. DOS printer utilities Your printer driver disk includes the EPSON Remote! and EPSON Calibration utilities. All the necessary files are copied to the EPUTIL directory on the screen to change the current directory to...
... press Enter. 3. Follow the instructions on drive C. In the screen that appears, select your computer instead of the control panel. DOS printer utilities Your printer driver disk includes the EPSON Remote! and EPSON Calibration utilities. All the necessary files are copied to the EPUTIL directory on the screen to change the current directory to...
User Manual
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... The Netherlands Declares that the Product: Product Name: Type Name: Model: Dot Matrix printer FX-2170 P920A Conforms to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer: Address: Representative: Address: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi, Nagano-ken 392 Japan EPSON EUROPE B.V. iii H. Hamamoto President of Conformity According to the following Directive(s) and Norm...
... The Netherlands Declares that the Product: Product Name: Type Name: Model: Dot Matrix printer FX-2170 P920A Conforms to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer: Address: Representative: Address: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi, Nagano-ken 392 Japan EPSON EUROPE B.V. iii H. Hamamoto President of Conformity According to the following Directive(s) and Norm...
User Manual
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... conditions: If the power cord or plug is damaged; Adjust only those controls that regularly switch on and off and unplug the printer before cleaning. Important Safety Instructions Before using outlets on the same circuit as specifically explained in performance. Do not let the power cord... become damaged or frayed. if the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in this guide, do not attempt to make sure the total of power source indicated...
... conditions: If the power cord or plug is damaged; Adjust only those controls that regularly switch on and off and unplug the printer before cleaning. Important Safety Instructions Before using outlets on the same circuit as specifically explained in performance. Do not let the power cord... become damaged or frayed. if the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in this guide, do not attempt to make sure the total of power source indicated...
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Contents Introduction Options 2 How to Use This Manual 3 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes 4 Chapter 1 Setting Up the printer Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-2 Unpacking the Printer 1-4 Installing the Ribbon Cartridge 1-5 Plugging in the Printer 1-10 Running the Self Test 1-10 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-14 Setting Up Your Software 1-15 Microsoft Windows and all Windows programs 1-15 Checking the printer driver settings 1-16 Using non-Windows software 1-17 Printer utilities 1-18 ix
Contents Introduction Options 2 How to Use This Manual 3 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes 4 Chapter 1 Setting Up the printer Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-2 Unpacking the Printer 1-4 Installing the Ribbon Cartridge 1-5 Plugging in the Printer 1-10 Running the Self Test 1-10 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-14 Setting Up Your Software 1-15 Microsoft Windows and all Windows programs 1-15 Checking the printer driver settings 1-16 Using non-Windows software 1-17 Printer utilities 1-18 ix
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Chapter 3 Using the printer Control Panel 3-2 Lights 3-2 Buttons 3-4 Other control panel features 3-6 Changing the Default Settings 3-7 Selecting an instruction sheet language 3-7 Selecting items and changing settings 3-8 Default setting item ... 3-13 Tear-Off 3-15 Using auto tear-off mode 3-16 Using the Tear Off/Bin button 3-17 Bid Adjustment 3-17 Barcode Printing 3-18 Chapter 4 Using Printer Options Cut-Sheet Feeders 4-2 Installing the high capacity cut-sheet feeder 4-2 Loading paper with the high capacity cut-sheet feeder . . . . 4-4 Assembling the double bin cut...
Chapter 3 Using the printer Control Panel 3-2 Lights 3-2 Buttons 3-4 Other control panel features 3-6 Changing the Default Settings 3-7 Selecting an instruction sheet language 3-7 Selecting items and changing settings 3-8 Default setting item ... 3-13 Tear-Off 3-15 Using auto tear-off mode 3-16 Using the Tear Off/Bin button 3-17 Bid Adjustment 3-17 Barcode Printing 3-18 Chapter 4 Using Printer Options Cut-Sheet Feeders 4-2 Installing the high capacity cut-sheet feeder 4-2 Loading paper with the high capacity cut-sheet feeder . . . . 4-4 Assembling the double bin cut...
User Manual
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... 6 Troubleshooting Power Supply 6-2 Power is not being supplied 6-2 Printing 6-3 The printer does not print 6-3 The print is faint or uneven 6-4 Dots are missing in printed characters or graphics 6-5 Printed characters are not what you expect 6-5 The ...
... 6 Troubleshooting Power Supply 6-2 Power is not being supplied 6-2 Printing 6-3 The printer does not print 6-3 The print is faint or uneven 6-4 Dots are missing in printed characters or graphics 6-5 Printed characters are not what you expect 6-5 The ...
User Manual
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... A-2 Printing A-2 Paper A-4 Paper alignment A-7 Printable area A-8 Mechanical A-9 Electrical A-10 Environmental A-11 Safety approvals A-11 CE marking A-12 Interface specifications A-12 Using Commands A-17 Sending printer commands A-17 Using the command summary A-17 Commands Arranged by Topic A-18 General operation A-18 Paperfeeding A-18 Page format A-19 Print position motion A-19 Font ...
... A-2 Printing A-2 Paper A-4 Paper alignment A-7 Printable area A-8 Mechanical A-9 Electrical A-10 Environmental A-11 Safety approvals A-11 CE marking A-12 Interface specifications A-12 Using Commands A-17 Sending printer commands A-17 Using the command summary A-17 Commands Arranged by Topic A-18 General operation A-18 Paperfeeding A-18 Page format A-19 Print position motion A-19 Font ...