Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... fonts M Computer-based set-up Reliability M Ribbon quality M Ribbon cartridge reliability M Total Print Volume vs. EPSON impact printers are renowned for their reliability with LQ FX-980-Nine-pin narrow carriage Wide carriage printers have 4 number in their names Narrow carriage printers have paper loaded and waiting. Impact printers are capable of printing. Contents This technical brief provides detailed...
... fonts M Computer-based set-up Reliability M Ribbon quality M Ribbon cartridge reliability M Total Print Volume vs. EPSON impact printers are renowned for their reliability with LQ FX-980-Nine-pin narrow carriage Wide carriage printers have 4 number in their names Narrow carriage printers have paper loaded and waiting. Impact printers are capable of printing. Contents This technical brief provides detailed...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... head = 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 every printer Adds profit to move the ribbon with smaller ribbon on the motor, which can be larger, since it doesn...
... head = 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 every printer Adds profit to move the ribbon with smaller ribbon on the motor, which can be larger, since it doesn...
Product Information Guide
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...protocol Ethernet print server Model Number C823051 C823071 C823141 C823151 C823452 C823572 11/98 EPSON FX-2180 - 1 You can install one of paper, 25 plain bond envelopes, or 30 postcards into the printer without reloading. Second-bin cut-sheet feeder (C806741) Connects to the high-...in combination with telex machines. EPSON FX-2180 paper guide cover printer cover rear edge guides paper guide paper separator paper release lever User Replaceable Part Ribbon cartridge Ribbon pack Tractor (pull or front push) Parts Price List Name Ribbon cartridge Ribbon pack Front tractor assembly ...
...protocol Ethernet print server Model Number C823051 C823071 C823141 C823151 C823452 C823572 11/98 EPSON FX-2180 - 1 You can install one of paper, 25 plain bond envelopes, or 30 postcards into the printer without reloading. Second-bin cut-sheet feeder (C806741) Connects to the high-...in combination with telex machines. EPSON FX-2180 paper guide cover printer cover rear edge guides paper guide paper separator paper release lever User Replaceable Part Ribbon cartridge Ribbon pack Tractor (pull or front push) Parts Price List Name Ribbon cartridge Ribbon pack Front tractor assembly ...
Product Information Guide
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... one side (rear entry) Continuous labels (front and bottom entry only): Note: Use only labels mounted on the back of the printer for your printer's voltage. Environmental Operation Storage Temperature 41° to 95° F (5° to 35° C) -22° to ... 0.5 A (maximum 0.9 A) Power consumption Approx. 46 W (ISO/IEC 10561 letter pattern) Note: Check the label on continuous backing sheets. EPSON FX-2180 Ribbon: Black ribbon cartridge (S015086) Ribbon life of approximately 12 million characters (draft 10 cpi, 14 dots/character) Electrical 120 V Model 220 to 240 V Model Input ...
... one side (rear entry) Continuous labels (front and bottom entry only): Note: Use only labels mounted on the back of the printer for your printer's voltage. Environmental Operation Storage Temperature 41° to 95° F (5° to 35° C) -22° to ... 0.5 A (maximum 0.9 A) Power consumption Approx. 46 W (ISO/IEC 10561 letter pattern) Note: Check the label on continuous backing sheets. EPSON FX-2180 Ribbon: Black ribbon cartridge (S015086) Ribbon life of approximately 12 million characters (draft 10 cpi, 14 dots/character) Electrical 120 V Model 220 to 240 V Model Input ...
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... are flashing (the paper is aligned with the tear-off position. The Pause light begins flashing and the printer enters the micro adjust mode. 4. Then tear off position). When you replace the ribbon cartridge. EPSON FX-2180 Note: Your tear-off position setting remains in the ribbon installation position. 3. You may be hot; ribbon guide...
... are flashing (the paper is aligned with the tear-off position. The Pause light begins flashing and the printer enters the micro adjust mode. 4. Then tear off position). When you replace the ribbon cartridge. EPSON FX-2180 Note: Your tear-off position setting remains in the ribbon installation position. 3. You may be hot; ribbon guide...
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... mode. 11/98 EPSON FX-2180 - 13 Caution: Always turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the printer away from you may damage the printer or lose the topof-form or tear-off the printer. 2. EPSON FX-2180 4. Slide the print head from the new ribbon cartridge and discard it over... the small pegs on the printer. Then lay the cartridge flat so that it...
... mode. 11/98 EPSON FX-2180 - 13 Caution: Always turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the printer away from you may damage the printer or lose the topof-form or tear-off the printer. 2. EPSON FX-2180 4. Slide the print head from the new ribbon cartridge and discard it over... the small pegs on the printer. Then lay the cartridge flat so that it...
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... getting inside of the printer to remove the ribbon cartridge. 4. Warning: If you think lubrication is needed. 6. Make sure the tractor that came with lubricants; Related Documentation 4008467 4008466 4008465 TM-FX2180 PL-FX2180 EPSON FX-2180 User's Guide EPSON FX-2180 Quick Reference Guide EPSON FX-2180 Unpacking sheet EPSON FX-2180 Service Manual EPSON FX-2180 Parts Price List Transporting the Printer If you need to...
... getting inside of the printer to remove the ribbon cartridge. 4. Warning: If you think lubrication is needed. 6. Make sure the tractor that came with lubricants; Related Documentation 4008467 4008466 4008465 TM-FX2180 PL-FX2180 EPSON FX-2180 User's Guide EPSON FX-2180 Quick Reference Guide EPSON FX-2180 Unpacking sheet EPSON FX-2180 Service Manual EPSON FX-2180 Parts Price List Transporting the Printer If you need to...
User Manual
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Printer Parts edge guides paper guide cover printer cover front paper guide (closed) control panel paper thickness lever shield plate paper guide paper separator paper release lever knob ribbon cartridge parallel interface tractor paper tension unit front paper guide (open) front edge guides
Printer Parts edge guides paper guide cover printer cover front paper guide (closed) control panel paper thickness lever shield plate paper guide paper separator paper release lever knob ribbon cartridge parallel interface tractor paper tension unit front paper guide (open) front edge guides
User Manual
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..., and Notes 0-15 Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-4 Positioning the continuous paper supply 1-5 Installing or Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge 1-6 Attaching the Paper Guide and Paper Separator 1-11 Plugging In the Printer 1-13 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-14 Installing the Printer Driver on Your PC 1-15 For Windows...
..., and Notes 0-15 Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-4 Positioning the continuous paper supply 1-5 Installing or Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge 1-6 Attaching the Paper Guide and Paper Separator 1-11 Plugging In the Printer 1-13 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-14 Installing the Printer Driver on Your PC 1-15 For Windows...
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Ribbon Cartridges Your printer uses the following ribbon cartridge: EPSON black Ribbon cartridge S015086 When printing becomes faint, you can further expand your printer, see Appendix A, "Enhancing Your Printer With Options." They ensure proper operation and long life of paper paths. By adding options, such as a cut-sheet feeder, pull tractor unit, or roll ...
Ribbon Cartridges Your printer uses the following ribbon cartridge: EPSON black Ribbon cartridge S015086 When printing becomes faint, you can further expand your printer, see Appendix A, "Enhancing Your Printer With Options." They ensure proper operation and long life of paper paths. By adding options, such as a cut-sheet feeder, pull tractor unit, or roll ...
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Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer 1 Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-4 Positioning the continuous paper supply 1-5 Installing or Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge 1-6 Attaching the Paper Guide and Paper Separator 1-11 Plugging In the Printer 1-13 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-14 Installing the Printer Driver on Your PC 1-15 For Windows 95 or NT 4.0 1-16 For Windows 3.1 or NT 3.5x 1-19 For DOS programs 1-20 Setting Up the Printer 1-1
Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer 1 Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-4 Positioning the continuous paper supply 1-5 Installing or Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge 1-6 Attaching the Paper Guide and Paper Separator 1-11 Plugging In the Printer 1-13 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-14 Installing the Printer Driver on Your PC 1-15 For Windows 95 or NT 4.0 1-16 For Windows 3.1 or NT 3.5x 1-19 For DOS programs 1-20 Setting Up the Printer 1-1
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Also, the shape of the power cord plug varies depending on your printer model, the power cord may be sure the plug you bought your location. 1-2 Setting Up the Printer be permanently attached to the printer. Unpacking the Printer Besides this guide, your printer box should include EPSON printer software disks, a Notice Sheet, and the following items: printer power cord paper guide paper separator screwdriver ribbon cartridge Note: Depending on the country in which you have is the right one for your printer;
Also, the shape of the power cord plug varies depending on your printer model, the power cord may be sure the plug you bought your location. 1-2 Setting Up the Printer be permanently attached to the printer. Unpacking the Printer Besides this guide, your printer box should include EPSON printer software disks, a Notice Sheet, and the following items: printer power cord paper guide paper separator screwdriver ribbon cartridge Note: Depending on the country in which you have is the right one for your printer;
User Manual
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... the use of the Operate button is turned off. The printer is off when the surface of genuine EPSON ribbon cartridges (S015086). c Caution: Moving the print head while the printer is connected to install or replace the ribbon cartridge. If the printer is on may be hot; If you need to install or replace the ribbon...
... the use of the Operate button is turned off. The printer is off when the surface of genuine EPSON ribbon cartridges (S015086). c Caution: Moving the print head while the printer is connected to install or replace the ribbon cartridge. If the printer is on may be hot; If you need to install or replace the ribbon...
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3. t 1 i 4. Note: When you use the pull tractor, you can replace the ribbon cartridge even though the print head is not hot; Setting Up the Printer 1-7 if it is, let it cool for a few minutes before touching it straight up and off. Make sure that the print head is not positioned in the ribbon installation position. Lift the printer cover by hand. Then slide the print head to the ribbon installation position (the indented portion of the paper tension unit) by its back edge and then pull it .
3. t 1 i 4. Note: When you use the pull tractor, you can replace the ribbon cartridge even though the print head is not hot; Setting Up the Printer 1-7 if it is, let it cool for a few minutes before touching it straight up and off. Make sure that the print head is not positioned in the ribbon installation position. Lift the printer cover by hand. Then slide the print head to the ribbon installation position (the indented portion of the paper tension unit) by its back edge and then pull it .
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If a used ribbon cartridge. Remove the separator from the package. ribbon guide 6. separator ribbon-tightening knob 1-8 Setting Up the Printer Properly dispose of the arrow to remove any slack in the ribbon. Remove the new ribbon cartridge from the middle of the ribbon cartridge and discard the separator. Then turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the used cartridge is installed, grasp the cartridge and pull it slightly forward and up; 5. the ribbon guide snaps away from the metal pins behind the print head.
If a used ribbon cartridge. Remove the separator from the package. ribbon guide 6. separator ribbon-tightening knob 1-8 Setting Up the Printer Properly dispose of the arrow to remove any slack in the ribbon. Remove the new ribbon cartridge from the middle of the ribbon cartridge and discard the separator. Then turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the used cartridge is installed, grasp the cartridge and pull it slightly forward and up; 5. the ribbon guide snaps away from the metal pins behind the print head.
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7. Make sure that the two rear notches of the cartridge fit over the small pegs on each side of the printer. Setting Up the Printer 1-9 Hold the cartridge with the ribbon-tightening knob up. Fit the two front notches of the ribbon cartridge over the small pegs on each side of the printer as shown below. Then lay 1 the cartridge flat. 8. Then gently press down the cartridge until both ends click into place.
7. Make sure that the two rear notches of the cartridge fit over the small pegs on each side of the printer. Setting Up the Printer 1-9 Hold the cartridge with the ribbon-tightening knob up. Fit the two front notches of the ribbon cartridge over the small pegs on each side of the printer as shown below. Then lay 1 the cartridge flat. 8. Then gently press down the cartridge until both ends click into place.
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Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the ribbon cartridge (i ) and insert it moves smoothly. 1-10 Setting Up the Printer Lift the ribbon guide of the arrow to make sure it firmly over the metal pins behind the print head. ribbon guide ribbon-tightening knob 10. Then slide the print head from side to side to remove any slack in place behind the print head (t ). 9. Press down the guide until it is in the ribbon as shown above. Make sure the ribbon is not twisted or creased and that it clicks into place.
Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the ribbon cartridge (i ) and insert it moves smoothly. 1-10 Setting Up the Printer Lift the ribbon guide of the arrow to make sure it firmly over the metal pins behind the print head. ribbon guide ribbon-tightening knob 10. Then slide the print head from side to side to remove any slack in place behind the print head (t ). 9. Press down the guide until it is in the ribbon as shown above. Make sure the ribbon is not twisted or creased and that it clicks into place.
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... in Chapter 1. Cause What to match the thickness of your paper. The printer makes noise, but nothing prints or printing stops abruptly. The ribbon has too much slack, the ribbon has come loose, or the ribbon cartridge is worn out. Turn on the double-strike mode when you print on ... (one original plus six copies) in Chapter 1. Remove any slack in the ribbon by turning the ribbon-tightening knob, or reinstall the ribbon cartridge as described in ordinary printing mode. The ribbon is not installed properly. The printout has gaps. Replace the ribbon...
... in Chapter 1. Cause What to match the thickness of your paper. The printer makes noise, but nothing prints or printing stops abruptly. The ribbon has too much slack, the ribbon has come loose, or the ribbon cartridge is worn out. Turn on the double-strike mode when you print on ... (one original plus six copies) in Chapter 1. Remove any slack in the ribbon by turning the ribbon-tightening knob, or reinstall the ribbon cartridge as described in ordinary printing mode. The ribbon is not installed properly. The printout has gaps. Replace the ribbon...
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... the ribbon cartridge as described in Chapter 1. utility so that the printer automatically adds a line feed code to do The print head is printed on the auto line feed setting using the printer's default-setting mode or the EPSON Remote! See "About Your Printer's Default Settings" in Chapter 4. Cause What to have the print head...
... the ribbon cartridge as described in Chapter 1. utility so that the printer automatically adds a line feed code to do The print head is printed on the auto line feed setting using the printer's default-setting mode or the EPSON Remote! See "About Your Printer's Default Settings" in Chapter 4. Cause What to have the print head...
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... materials, as described on page 2-34. 7. If you need to move the print head by hand to transport your printer is not hot. Repack the printer, ribbon cartridge, paper guide, paper separator, and power cord in the original packing materials and place them in the... printer's original box. w Warning: You will need to remove the ribbon B cartridge. Remove the paper tension unit as described in Chapter 1. 6. Attach the protective locking clips on page 2-23. See page 2-9...
... materials, as described on page 2-34. 7. If you need to move the print head by hand to transport your printer is not hot. Repack the printer, ribbon cartridge, paper guide, paper separator, and power cord in the original packing materials and place them in the... printer's original box. w Warning: You will need to remove the ribbon B cartridge. Remove the paper tension unit as described in Chapter 1. 6. Attach the protective locking clips on page 2-23. See page 2-9...