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... paper is loaded in the tear-off position. Flashes when the printer is paused. When held down for ribbon change timing Program reload mode 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 7 See the Reference Guide for three seconds, the printer enters the Micro Adjust mode. Font lights Indicate which pitch is ... to select a value. 7 Load/Eject button Loads a single sheet of -form position. Left light is jammed. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Control Panel Buttons and Lights Button/Light Function 1 Font button Selects one of the optional cut -sheet feeder is on page 8.
... paper is loaded in the tear-off position. Flashes when the printer is paused. When held down for ribbon change timing Program reload mode 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 7 See the Reference Guide for three seconds, the printer enters the Micro Adjust mode. Font lights Indicate which pitch is ... to select a value. 7 Load/Eject button Loads a single sheet of -form position. Left light is jammed. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Control Panel Buttons and Lights Button/Light Function 1 Font button Selects one of the optional cut -sheet feeder is on page 8.
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.... The print head is jammed in the printer. An unknown or fatal printer error has occurred. Load paper in the printer or select a different paper source; See the Reference Guide. NNO NON NOO ONN ONO USD HSD Draft Roman Sans Serif O=On, N=Off 3. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Error Indicators If the printer stops working and one of paper is...
.... The print head is jammed in the printer. An unknown or fatal printer error has occurred. Load paper in the printer or select a different paper source; See the Reference Guide. NNO NON NOO ONN ONO USD HSD Draft Roman Sans Serif O=On, N=Off 3. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Error Indicators If the printer stops working and one of paper is...
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... light is not flashing and the Pause light is jammed in the printer, tear off . EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Turn the knob on the printer software CD-ROM. (See the User's Guide for each printer setting. For instructions on country) Manual feed wait time Options (default...On Off, On Table 2, Table1 Length in inches: 3, 3.5, 4, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 8.5, 11, 70/6, 12, 14, 17 Length in the printer. To use the control panel, see the Reference Guide. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Clearing Paper Jams Follow these steps to remove the paper in inches: 3, 3.5, 4, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 8.5, 11, 70/6, 12, 14, 17...
... light is not flashing and the Pause light is jammed in the printer, tear off . EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 Turn the knob on the printer software CD-ROM. (See the User's Guide for each printer setting. For instructions on country) Manual feed wait time Options (default...On Off, On Table 2, Table1 Length in inches: 3, 3.5, 4, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 8.5, 11, 70/6, 12, 14, 17 Length in the printer. To use the control panel, see the Reference Guide. EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Clearing Paper Jams Follow these steps to remove the paper in inches: 3, 3.5, 4, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 8.5, 11, 70/6, 12, 14, 17...
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... mild detergent dissolved in the printer and turn it off . 2. Contact an EPSON dealer if you have just used the printer, the print head may be hot; Related Documentation 4041363-00/ CPD-15991R1 EPSON FX-890/2190 User's Guide 3020817-00/ CPD-16124 CD-ROM containing online Reference Guide PLFX890 EPSON FX-890 Parts Price List PLFX2190 EPSON FX-2190 Parts Price List Transporting...
... mild detergent dissolved in the printer and turn it off . 2. Contact an EPSON dealer if you have just used the printer, the print head may be hot; Related Documentation 4041363-00/ CPD-15991R1 EPSON FX-890/2190 User's Guide 3020817-00/ CPD-16124 CD-ROM containing online Reference Guide PLFX890 EPSON FX-890 Parts Price List PLFX2190 EPSON FX-2190 Parts Price List Transporting...
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...Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 7 Choosing a Place for the Printer 7 Assembling the Printer 8 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 11 Installing the Printer Software 12 For Windows XP, Me, or 2000 12 For Windows 98, 95, or NT 4.0 13 For DOS programs 14 Installing and Using the Online Reference Guide 15 ... Loading Continuous Paper with the Pull Tractor 22 Removing paper from the pull tractor 26 Loading Single Sheets with the Paper Guide 26 Loading Special Papers 28 Single-sheet multipart forms 28 Labels 28 Envelopes 29 Postcards 30 Using the Micro Adjust Function...
...Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 7 Choosing a Place for the Printer 7 Assembling the Printer 8 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 11 Installing the Printer Software 12 For Windows XP, Me, or 2000 12 For Windows 98, 95, or NT 4.0 13 For DOS programs 14 Installing and Using the Online Reference Guide 15 ... Loading Continuous Paper with the Pull Tractor 22 Removing paper from the pull tractor 26 Loading Single Sheets with the Paper Guide 26 Loading Special Papers 28 Single-sheet multipart forms 28 Labels 28 Envelopes 29 Postcards 30 Using the Micro Adjust Function...
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... information about using your equipment. See "Installing and Using the Online Reference Guide" on in this manual show the FX-890, the instructions apply to both the FX-890 and the FX-2190. Okidata Compatibility You can use the online help using your printer, refer to the online Reference Guide. Introduction This manual covers the following basic information to get you...
... information about using your equipment. See "Installing and Using the Online Reference Guide" on in this manual show the FX-890, the instructions apply to both the FX-890 and the FX-2190. Okidata Compatibility You can use the online help using your printer, refer to the online Reference Guide. Introduction This manual covers the following basic information to get you...
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Options By adding options, such as a cut-sheet feeder or roll paper holder, you can purchase ribbon cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON® at (800) 873-7766, or visit the EPSON StoreSM at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for more information.) You can further expand your printer's capabilities. Optional interface cards are also available to supplement your printer's built-in interfaces. (See the Reference Guide for dealer referral. 6 Introduction sales only).
Options By adding options, such as a cut-sheet feeder or roll paper holder, you can purchase ribbon cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON® at (800) 873-7766, or visit the EPSON StoreSM at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for more information.) You can further expand your printer's capabilities. Optional interface cards are also available to supplement your printer's built-in interfaces. (See the Reference Guide for dealer referral. 6 Introduction sales only).
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Connecting the Printer to Your Computer Your printer is not possible to adjust the printer for use with another voltage. the printer switches automatically to both interfaces; To connect the printer to a USB port, you need a shielded, twisted-pair parallel cable with both the printer and computer are several models of printer interface. (See the Reference Guide if you need...
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer Your printer is not possible to adjust the printer for use with another voltage. the printer switches automatically to both interfaces; To connect the printer to a USB port, you need a shielded, twisted-pair parallel cable with both the printer and computer are several models of printer interface. (See the Reference Guide if you need...
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... Printer Software After you connect the printer to install the EPSON printer software on your computer, you of the printer and plug the other wizard appears when you change the printer's default settings. The printer driver is turned off. 12 Setting Up the Printer The printer...printer is the software that runs, or "drives," your administrator for more information. If you have problems, ask your printer. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet. See "Installing the Remote Configuration Manager" on the back of printer errors. See the Reference Guide...
... Printer Software After you connect the printer to install the EPSON printer software on your computer, you of the printer and plug the other wizard appears when you change the printer's default settings. The printer driver is turned off. 12 Setting Up the Printer The printer...printer is the software that runs, or "drives," your administrator for more information. If you have problems, ask your printer. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet. See "Installing the Remote Configuration Manager" on the back of printer errors. See the Reference Guide...
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...Setup may not need the Windows CD-ROM to complete the installation. ❏ If you are prompted to install the Reference Guide and the EPSON Remote Configuration Utility. Insert the printer software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM or DVD drive. Select Install Software and click . 4. If you see page... 15 to insert your printer from the list, then follow the instructions on the screen. 5. The Installation screen appears: If it...
...Setup may not need the Windows CD-ROM to complete the installation. ❏ If you are prompted to install the Reference Guide and the EPSON Remote Configuration Utility. Insert the printer software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM or DVD drive. Select Install Software and click . 4. If you see page... 15 to insert your printer from the list, then follow the instructions on the screen. 5. The Installation screen appears: If it...
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...you are using or another available printer from the following list: For FX-890: For FX-2190: FX-980 FX-880+ FX-880 FX-870 FX-850 FX-800 FX-85 FX-80+ FX-80 FX-2180 FX-2170 FX-1180+ FX-1180 FX-1170 FX-1050 FX-1000 FX-105 FX-100+ FX-100 14 Setting Up the Printer When the installation is not ... you need to select the printer you are using Windows 98, the Printer Utility Setup may start. When prompted, insert the printer software CD-ROM and click Browse to install the Reference Guide and the EPSON Remote Configuration Utility. Choose the EPSON printer at the appropriate step in ...
...you are using or another available printer from the following list: For FX-890: For FX-2190: FX-980 FX-880+ FX-880 FX-870 FX-850 FX-800 FX-85 FX-80+ FX-80 FX-2180 FX-2170 FX-1180+ FX-1180 FX-1170 FX-1050 FX-1000 FX-105 FX-100+ FX-100 14 Setting Up the Printer When the installation is not ... you need to select the printer you are using Windows 98, the Printer Utility Setup may start. When prompted, insert the printer software CD-ROM and click Browse to install the Reference Guide and the EPSON Remote Configuration Utility. Choose the EPSON printer at the appropriate step in ...
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... your hard disk and view it from your computer in the EPSON folder. To open the Reference Guide, select View Reference Guide. Select Install EPSON Remote Configuration Manager from the printer software CD-ROM. Then, click FX890 2190 Guide. Select User Guides. 3. You see this window: Setting Up the Printer 15 Click the CD-ROM icon, then double-click SETUP...
... your hard disk and view it from your computer in the EPSON folder. To open the Reference Guide, select View Reference Guide. Select Install EPSON Remote Configuration Manager from the printer software CD-ROM. Then, click FX890 2190 Guide. Select User Guides. 3. You see this window: Setting Up the Printer 15 Click the CD-ROM icon, then double-click SETUP...
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...position For loading single-sheet paper from the tractor installed on top of the printer in the pull position. You can load paper in combination. For complete paper handling information, see the Reference Guide. Setting the Paper Release Lever Before you start printing, be sure to set... the paper release lever to indicate the paper source you need to use paper in your printer. Rear push tractor position For loading continuous paper...
...position For loading single-sheet paper from the tractor installed on top of the printer in the pull position. You can load paper in combination. For complete paper handling information, see the Reference Guide. Setting the Paper Release Lever Before you start printing, be sure to set... the paper release lever to indicate the paper source you need to use paper in your printer. Rear push tractor position For loading continuous paper...
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... in the paper guide. 26 Paper Handling Loading Single Sheets with the optional front paper guide or front sheet guide installed. To load single-sheet multipart forms, use the front paper entry slot with the Paper Guide You can be up to 10.1 inches (257 mm) wide on the FX-890 and 16.5 inches... (420 mm) wide on the FX-2190. To feed paper forward and eject it, hold down the LF/FF button. After you are using the paper guide. Removing paper from the top of the printer using the pull tractor; For more information, see the Reference Guide.
... in the paper guide. 26 Paper Handling Loading Single Sheets with the optional front paper guide or front sheet guide installed. To load single-sheet multipart forms, use the front paper entry slot with the Paper Guide You can be up to 10.1 inches (257 mm) wide on the FX-890 and 16.5 inches... (420 mm) wide on the FX-2190. To feed paper forward and eject it, hold down the LF/FF button. After you are using the paper guide. Removing paper from the top of the printer using the pull tractor; For more information, see the Reference Guide.
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...°F (15 to 25°C) Humidity 30 to 2 before printing. Thick paper, such as multipart forms with the optional front paper guide or front sheet guide installed. Single-sheet multipart forms To load single-sheet multipart forms, use with labels on a shiny backing sheet properly. When fed backward,... with labels is best to avoid paper jams. For more information, see the Reference Guide. they may not feed labels on the pull tractor. Thick paper, such as continuous paper with labels because the printer may curl around the platen and jam when you must set the paper-thickness...
...°F (15 to 25°C) Humidity 30 to 2 before printing. Thick paper, such as multipart forms with the optional front paper guide or front sheet guide installed. Single-sheet multipart forms To load single-sheet multipart forms, use with labels on a shiny backing sheet properly. When fed backward,... with labels is best to avoid paper jams. For more information, see the Reference Guide. they may not feed labels on the pull tractor. Thick paper, such as continuous paper with labels because the printer may curl around the platen and jam when you must set the paper-thickness...
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...printable side down the LF/FF button to eject the remaining labels from the printer. Removing continuous paper with labels To prevent labels from the rear paper slot. To load multiple envelopes, see the Reference Guide. To load single envelopes, follow these steps to position 5 (for thin... envelopes) or 6 (for thick envelopes). Tear off the backing sheet and jamming the printer, follow the instructions in "Loading Single Sheets with the Paper Guide" on page 26. Because...
...printable side down the LF/FF button to eject the remaining labels from the printer. Removing continuous paper with labels To prevent labels from the rear paper slot. To load multiple envelopes, see the Reference Guide. To load single envelopes, follow these steps to position 5 (for thin... envelopes) or 6 (for thick envelopes). Tear off the backing sheet and jamming the printer, follow the instructions in "Loading Single Sheets with the Paper Guide" on page 26. Because...
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... load them long edge first. 30 Paper Handling To load a single card, follow the instructions in the front or rear paper slot. See "Printer Specifications" in the top slot. ❏ Before printing, turn on the card mode by pressing the Tear Off/Bin button several times until the... envelope. Postcards You can feed postcards one at a time using No. 6 envelopes, make sure the left edge guide is on the paper guide. To load multiple cards, see the Reference Guide. ❏ The print head must not print past the left or right edge of your application program prints entirely within...
... load them long edge first. 30 Paper Handling To load a single card, follow the instructions in the front or rear paper slot. See "Printer Specifications" in the top slot. ❏ Before printing, turn on the card mode by pressing the Tear Off/Bin button several times until the... envelope. Postcards You can feed postcards one at a time using No. 6 envelopes, make sure the left edge guide is on the paper guide. To load multiple cards, see the Reference Guide. ❏ The print head must not print past the left or right edge of your application program prints entirely within...
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...: ❏ Using the EPSON Remote Configuration Manager on the printer software CD-ROM. (See page 15.) ❏ From the printer's control panel using the Remote Configuration Manager, see the PDF manual on using the default-setting mode. For instructions on the CD-ROM. To use the control panel, see the Reference Guide. Setting Page length...
...: ❏ Using the EPSON Remote Configuration Manager on the printer software CD-ROM. (See page 15.) ❏ From the printer's control panel using the Remote Configuration Manager, see the PDF manual on using the default-setting mode. For instructions on the CD-ROM. To use the control panel, see the Reference Guide. Setting Page length...
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the Paper Out light goes off and the printer starts printing. the Pause light goes off . Set the paper release lever to the wrong position. Press the Load/Eject button to the desired position. Remove your Reference Guide. The paper release lever is loaded in the selected paper source. ... another paper source is not fed to use. Troubleshooting 41 If you want to the standby position. See Chapter 2 or the Reference Guide. Load paper in the printer. Continuous paper is currently in the manuals, see "Where To Get Help" on page 44. then press Load/Eject to feed...
the Paper Out light goes off and the printer starts printing. the Pause light goes off . Set the paper release lever to the wrong position. Press the Load/Eject button to the desired position. Remove your Reference Guide. The paper release lever is loaded in the selected paper source. ... another paper source is not fed to use. Troubleshooting 41 If you want to the standby position. See Chapter 2 or the Reference Guide. Load paper in the printer. Continuous paper is currently in the manuals, see "Where To Get Help" on page 44. then press Load/Eject to feed...
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...help you determine the source of characters is turned off the printer while it is printing the self test. After a few seconds, the printer loads the paper automatically and begins printing the self test. See the Reference Guide for possible causes and solutions to eject the printed page....Eject button while you turn off the printer. To run the test using either single sheets or continuous paper of at least the following width: Paper type Continuous paper (including perforated border) Single sheet FX-890 9.5 inches (241 mm) A4 or letter size FX-2190 14.8 inches (376 mm)...
...help you determine the source of characters is turned off the printer while it is printing the self test. After a few seconds, the printer loads the paper automatically and begins printing the self test. See the Reference Guide for possible causes and solutions to eject the printed page....Eject button while you turn off the printer. To run the test using either single sheets or continuous paper of at least the following width: Paper type Continuous paper (including perforated border) Single sheet FX-890 9.5 inches (241 mm) A4 or letter size FX-2190 14.8 inches (376 mm)...