Product Information Guide
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... 3.5, 4, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 8.5, 11, 70/6, 12, 14, 17 Length in the printer, tear off . EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Clearing Paper Jams Follow these steps to do this: ❏ Using the EPSON Remote Configuration Manager on the printer software CD-ROM. (See the User's Guide for more of the... tear-off the printer and open the printer cover. 2. Changing the Default Settings While you can often change the printer's settings through your software or printer driver, you may damage the printer or change one or more information.) ❏ From the printer's control panel using...
... 3.5, 4, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 8.5, 11, 70/6, 12, 14, 17 Length in the printer, tear off . EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 Clearing Paper Jams Follow these steps to do this: ❏ Using the EPSON Remote Configuration Manager on the printer software CD-ROM. (See the User's Guide for more of the... tear-off the printer and open the printer cover. 2. Changing the Default Settings While you can often change the printer's settings through your software or printer driver, you may damage the printer or change one or more information.) ❏ From the printer's control panel using...
Product Information Guide
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...settings (shown in Okidata mode, do not install the Windows driver that is at least 11 inches (279 mm) long and 8.3 inches (210 mm) wide. If you turn on the FX-890/FX-2190. If you have been using an Okidata printer, you want, as described in Okidata mode until the ... loaded. To return to print the default-setting mode instructions (three pages) in Okidata mode. See page 14. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 15 You'll need to change the printer's default settings from the control panel. 4. Feature Software emulation Auto tear off . To do not support the USB interface in...
...settings (shown in Okidata mode, do not install the Windows driver that is at least 11 inches (279 mm) long and 8.3 inches (210 mm) wide. If you turn on the FX-890/FX-2190. If you have been using an Okidata printer, you want, as described in Okidata mode until the ... loaded. To return to print the default-setting mode instructions (three pages) in Okidata mode. See page 14. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 15 You'll need to change the printer's default settings from the control panel. 4. Feature Software emulation Auto tear off . To do not support the USB interface in...
Product Information Guide
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...turn off the printer. The printer beeps once, and restores its factory default settings. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 17 Then turn off the printer. Resetting the Printer To reset the printer's EEPROM, ...off . 2. To run the test using either single sheets or continuous paper of your printer driver settings, application settings, computer, or interface cable. (Be sure to use a shielded interface...characters are represented by dots. 4. Make sure paper is loaded and the printer is designed for DOS-based PC connections. Caution: Do not turn off the printer. To resume the...
...turn off the printer. The printer beeps once, and restores its factory default settings. 6/03 EPSON FX-890/FX-2190 - 17 Then turn off the printer. Resetting the Printer To reset the printer's EEPROM, ...off . 2. To run the test using either single sheets or continuous paper of your printer driver settings, application settings, computer, or interface cable. (Be sure to use a shielded interface...characters are represented by dots. 4. Make sure paper is loaded and the printer is designed for DOS-based PC connections. Caution: Do not turn off the printer. To resume the...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... position. Bundled Microsoft Windows® 3.1x, Windows NT 3.51/4.0, Windows 95 and Windows 98 drivers guarantees ease of use right out of paper from the other path is printed, the printer will take advantage of all EPSON impact printers Proportionally-spaced scalable fonts-selectable in fonts that allow you save paper and trouble, and...
... position. Bundled Microsoft Windows® 3.1x, Windows NT 3.51/4.0, Windows 95 and Windows 98 drivers guarantees ease of use right out of paper from the other path is printed, the printer will take advantage of all EPSON impact printers Proportionally-spaced scalable fonts-selectable in fonts that allow you save paper and trouble, and...
User Manual
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...you must reinstall the printer driver. The printer driver is turned off. 12 Setting Up the Printer Note: ❏ Installing the printer software for more information. ❏ If the New Hardware Found screen or any other end into the AC inlet on page 15. The software includes EPSON Status Monitor 3 (...; XP, 2000, Me, 98, 95, or NT 4.0), which lets you need to install the EPSON printer software on your administrator for more information. If you click No, you can select printer settings such as print quality, resolution, and paper size. For Windows XP, Me, or 2000 ...
...you must reinstall the printer driver. The printer driver is turned off. 12 Setting Up the Printer Note: ❏ Installing the printer software for more information. ❏ If the New Hardware Found screen or any other end into the AC inlet on page 15. The software includes EPSON Status Monitor 3 (...; XP, 2000, Me, 98, 95, or NT 4.0), which lets you need to install the EPSON printer software on your administrator for more information. If you click No, you can select printer settings such as print quality, resolution, and paper size. For Windows XP, Me, or 2000 ...
User Manual
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... screen appears, close the screen to install the Reference Guide and the EPSON Remote Configuration Utility. 2. Insert the printer software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM or DVD drive. Select Install Software and click . 4. Insert the printer software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM or DVD drive. Select Install... Software and click . 4. Make sure Windows is running and the printer is complete, see a message that the drive is not accessible, click Cancel and try again. Select your PC came with the driver installation. Select your Windows CD-ROM, do it does not, select Setup.exe...
... screen appears, close the screen to install the Reference Guide and the EPSON Remote Configuration Utility. 2. Insert the printer software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM or DVD drive. Select Install Software and click . 4. Insert the printer software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM or DVD drive. Select Install... Software and click . 4. Make sure Windows is running and the printer is complete, see a message that the drive is not accessible, click Cancel and try again. Select your PC came with the driver installation. Select your Windows CD-ROM, do it does not, select Setup.exe...
User Manual
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... EPSON printer at the appropriate step in the folder and click OK. 8. Click Browse and select the path for the printer driver. If you see page 15 to select the correct path. Note: ❏ If 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...
... EPSON printer at the appropriate step in the folder and click OK. 8. Click Browse and select the path for the printer driver. If you see page 15 to select the correct path. Note: ❏ If 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...
User Manual
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...Guide. Note: If you are using Windows 2000 and the printer is installed on the screen, close it so you see the folder window open the manual, select Programs, Epson Remote Configuration Mgr, and then click Epson Remote Configuration Manager User's Guide. After you see the final... installation screen.) The Remote Configuration Manager is connected to the USB port instead. 16 Setting Up the Printer 2. In this case, do one of the following: ❏ Before running the program, set the printer driver to...
...Guide. Note: If you are using Windows 2000 and the printer is installed on the screen, close it so you see the folder window open the manual, select Programs, Epson Remote Configuration Mgr, and then click Epson Remote Configuration Manager User's Guide. After you see the final... installation screen.) The Remote Configuration Manager is connected to the USB port instead. 16 Setting Up the Printer 2. In this case, do one of the following: ❏ Before running the program, set the printer driver to...
User Manual
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... International character set for each printer setting. Changing the Printer's Default Settings While you can often change the printer's settings through your software or printer driver, you may sometimes need to do this: ❏ Using the EPSON Remote Configuration Manager on the printer software CD-ROM. (See ...page 15.) ❏ From the printer's control panel using the Remote...
... International character set for each printer setting. Changing the Printer's Default Settings While you can often change the printer's settings through your software or printer driver, you may sometimes need to do this: ❏ Using the EPSON Remote Configuration Manager on the printer software CD-ROM. (See ...page 15.) ❏ From the printer's control panel using the Remote...
User Manual
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...have been using an Okidata driver, you may want to use it is now in Okidata mode. It remains in bold) are restored to their default values. If you have been using an Okidata printer, you can make sure the printer is now operating in FX-890 mode. The printer beeps once to indicate ... wait time Bottom margin Line spacing (lines per inch) Paper out override Printer settings in Okidata mode IBM PPDS, EPSON ESC/P, Oki ML 320T 0.5 second, 1 second, 2 seconds, Others 4.2 mm, 20 mm, 22 mm, 24 mm, Others 6 LPI, 8 LPI Off (No), On (Yes) Note: The FX-890 and FX-2190 do this on the...
...have been using an Okidata driver, you may want to use it is now in Okidata mode. It remains in bold) are restored to their default values. If you have been using an Okidata printer, you can make sure the printer is now operating in FX-890 mode. The printer beeps once to indicate ... wait time Bottom margin Line spacing (lines per inch) Paper out override Printer settings in Okidata mode IBM PPDS, EPSON ESC/P, Oki ML 320T 0.5 second, 1 second, 2 seconds, Others 4.2 mm, 20 mm, 22 mm, 24 mm, Others 6 LPI, 8 LPI Off (No), On (Yes) Note: The FX-890 and FX-2190 do this on the...
User Manual
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... source of your printer driver settings, application settings, computer, or interface cable. (Be sure to stop the self test, press the Pause button. To run the test using the Draft font, turn on the printer while holding down the LF/FF button. After a few seconds, the printer loads the paper... the Load/Eject button to the problem. Then turn off the printer. A series 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) A3 landscape 1. To end the self test,...
... source of your printer driver settings, application settings, computer, or interface cable. (Be sure to stop the self test, press the Pause button. To run the test using the Draft font, turn on the printer while holding down the LF/FF button. After a few seconds, the printer loads the paper... the Load/Eject button to the problem. Then turn off the printer. A series 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) A3 landscape 1. To end the self test,...
User Manual
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...and call (800) 463-7766 for the FX-2190). Use one of the following information ready: ❏ Product name (EPSON FX-890 or FX-2190) ❏ Product serial number (located on the back of the printer) ❏ Proof of purchase (such as...drivers and other files, look at product documentation, access troubleshooting information, and receive technical advice through e-mail. At this site, you cannot solve the problem using the troubleshooting information, see the contact information below . A variety of the problem You can purchase ribbon cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON...
...and call (800) 463-7766 for the FX-2190). Use one of the following information ready: ❏ Product name (EPSON FX-890 or FX-2190) ❏ Product serial number (located on the back of the printer) ❏ Proof of purchase (such as...drivers and other files, look at product documentation, access troubleshooting information, and receive technical advice through e-mail. At this site, you cannot solve the problem using the troubleshooting information, see the contact information below . A variety of the problem You can purchase ribbon cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON...
User Manual - Remote Configuration Manager
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...FX-1180+ ❏ FX-890 ❏ FX-890 in Okidata mode ❏ FX-2190 ❏ FX-2190 in Okidata mode ❏ LQ-590 ❏ LQ-2090 Note: If you finish using Windows 2000 and the printer is especially convenient in this case, do one of the following: ❏ Before running the program, set the printer driver... to the LPT2 port. This is connected to the USB port instead. 1 EPSON® Remote Configuration Manager The EPSON Remote Configuration Manager lets you change the printer's default settings, update the printer with the new settings, and...
...FX-1180+ ❏ FX-890 ❏ FX-890 in Okidata mode ❏ FX-2190 ❏ FX-2190 in Okidata mode ❏ LQ-590 ❏ LQ-2090 Note: If you finish using Windows 2000 and the printer is especially convenient in this case, do one of the following: ❏ Before running the program, set the printer driver... to the LPT2 port. This is connected to the USB port instead. 1 EPSON® Remote Configuration Manager The EPSON Remote Configuration Manager lets you change the printer's default settings, update the printer with the new settings, and...
Product Brochure
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... text and graphics printing. Unidirectional text or graphics printing can be selected using software commands. Printer Specifications Printer Method 9-pin, serial impact dot matrix Print Direction Bidirectional logic seeking for optional interface cards Printer Language Epson ESC/P,® IBM PPDS, Okidata Microlines (FX-890, Okidata Mode only) Paper Handling Forms: continuous multipart, original plus 5 carbonless copies, 1 + 6 copies with...
... text and graphics printing. Unidirectional text or graphics printing can be selected using software commands. Printer Specifications Printer Method 9-pin, serial impact dot matrix Print Direction Bidirectional logic seeking for optional interface cards Printer Language Epson ESC/P,® IBM PPDS, Okidata Microlines (FX-890, Okidata Mode only) Paper Handling Forms: continuous multipart, original plus 5 carbonless copies, 1 + 6 copies with...
Service Manual
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... e r PSRAM CPU PRO M EEPRO M Figure 2-1 . C229PSB/PSE/PSH Component Rev. 2.1 MAIN COMPONENTS FX-1180/FX-880 Service Manual Chapter 2 Operating Principles This printer is divided into several main components for FX-1180/FX-880 Upper case, Lower case, Rear sheet guide, Knob, Printer cover 2.1.1 C229MAIN Board The C229MAIN board consists of Transformer, Switching FET, Regulator IC... The C229 PSB/PSE power supply board consists of CPU TMP96C141AF (IC3), gate array E05B50 (IC2), EEPROM AT93C46 (IC4), 1/4M PSRAM (IC5), 2/4M PROM (IC7), driver elements, and so on .
... e r PSRAM CPU PRO M EEPRO M Figure 2-1 . C229PSB/PSE/PSH Component Rev. 2.1 MAIN COMPONENTS FX-1180/FX-880 Service Manual Chapter 2 Operating Principles This printer is divided into several main components for FX-1180/FX-880 Upper case, Lower case, Rear sheet guide, Knob, Printer cover 2.1.1 C229MAIN Board The C229MAIN board consists of Transformer, Switching FET, Regulator IC... The C229 PSB/PSE power supply board consists of CPU TMP96C141AF (IC3), gate array E05B50 (IC2), EEPROM AT93C46 (IC4), 1/4M PSRAM (IC5), 2/4M PROM (IC7), driver elements, and so on .
Service Manual
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B 2-5 FX-1180/FX-880 Service Manual Chapter 2 Operating Principles 2.3.2 C229MAIN Board Circuit The C229MAIN board is the control circuit board of several IC chips and drivers, as shown in th e a d T h e r m is to r Figure 2-5 . This board consists of this printer. Option Type-B I /F control - Detectors control - ... TTL threshold, Bi-D setting, Page length, TOF, etc.) containing 1M/4M bit - Control program containing CR Motor driver PF Motor driver Power-off signal sensing P r in the table below: Table 2-3. C229MAIN Board Circuit Block Diagram Rev. Buffer and...
B 2-5 FX-1180/FX-880 Service Manual Chapter 2 Operating Principles 2.3.2 C229MAIN Board Circuit The C229MAIN board is the control circuit board of several IC chips and drivers, as shown in th e a d T h e r m is to r Figure 2-5 . This board consists of this printer. Option Type-B I /F control - Detectors control - ... TTL threshold, Bi-D setting, Page length, TOF, etc.) containing 1M/4M bit - Control program containing CR Motor driver PF Motor driver Power-off signal sensing P r in the table below: Table 2-3. C229MAIN Board Circuit Block Diagram Rev. Buffer and...
Service Manual
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...: 3, 7 Test Method (Set Meter to Ohms. Disconnect Motor from Main Board and check it with Printer Power off .) Check the following: − From the base to the collector − From the ...base to the emitter Reverse the leads and test again. Printhead Driver Test Pin Test Method (Set meter to check #1 pin of the Printhead solenoid. Check power...For example, place one lead on pin C1 and the other lead on Test pin 1 to diodes. FX-1180/FX-880 Service Manual Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Part Printhead Table 3-2. Specifications 8.19 ± 0.8Ω (at 25...
...: 3, 7 Test Method (Set Meter to Ohms. Disconnect Motor from Main Board and check it with Printer Power off .) Check the following: − From the base to the collector − From the ...base to the emitter Reverse the leads and test again. Printhead Driver Test Pin Test Method (Set meter to check #1 pin of the Printhead solenoid. Check power...For example, place one lead on pin C1 and the other lead on Test pin 1 to diodes. FX-1180/FX-880 Service Manual Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Part Printhead Table 3-2. Specifications 8.19 ± 0.8Ω (at 25...
Service Manual
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...defective. motor driver IC8 on . The timing belt is Measure the motor coil Replace the CR defective. is broken. is correctly set to see if the foreign substance. coil resistance. FX-1180/FX-880 Service Manual Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 3.5 REPAIRING THE PRINTER MECHANISM For detailed... carriage moves, The printhead FFC Check whether FFC is Measure the printhead Replace the defective. B 3-16 Table 3-12. Repairing the Printer Mechanism Symptom Cause Checkpoint Solution w Problem: The CR motor fails to power on). w Problem: The carriage dose not operate at ...
...defective. motor driver IC8 on . The timing belt is Measure the motor coil Replace the CR defective. is broken. is correctly set to see if the foreign substance. coil resistance. FX-1180/FX-880 Service Manual Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 3.5 REPAIRING THE PRINTER MECHANISM For detailed... carriage moves, The printhead FFC Check whether FFC is Measure the printhead Replace the defective. B 3-16 Table 3-12. Repairing the Printer Mechanism Symptom Cause Checkpoint Solution w Problem: The CR motor fails to power on). w Problem: The carriage dose not operate at ...
Service Manual
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... properly adjusted. and check if the ribbon feeds normally as you turn in the ribbon drive gears is shorted, check the drivers on the main board. Move the carriage manually, and check if the ribbon feed gears turn it fails to Foreign matter .... Remove the foreign matter. Otherwise, replace the ribbon feed mechanism. The printer tries to feed when the carriage moves in the mechanism. FX-1180/FX-880 Service Manual Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Table 3-13. A particular dot is The printhead is Remove the ribbon cartridge turning. Foreign matter is lodged...
... properly adjusted. and check if the ribbon feeds normally as you turn in the ribbon drive gears is shorted, check the drivers on the main board. Move the carriage manually, and check if the ribbon feed gears turn it fails to Foreign matter .... Remove the foreign matter. Otherwise, replace the ribbon feed mechanism. The printer tries to feed when the carriage moves in the mechanism. FX-1180/FX-880 Service Manual Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Table 3-13. A particular dot is The printhead is Remove the ribbon cartridge turning. Foreign matter is lodged...
Service Manual
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... Adjust the printer only in the manner described in this manual. T Be aware that meet these specifications. Tool and Instrument List Name Specification EPSON Part No. ...procedures are substituted for disassembling and assembling the printer. Rev. Table 4-1 . Phillips Screwdriver No.2 B743800200 Phillips Screwdriver No.1 B743800100 Box Driver 7.0mm Diagonal B741700200 Tweezers B741000100...below : T Use only the recommended tools for FX-1180 has been made since the major mechanical difference between FX-1180 and FX-880 is not electrically isolated. Precautions for any...
... Adjust the printer only in the manner described in this manual. T Be aware that meet these specifications. Tool and Instrument List Name Specification EPSON Part No. ...procedures are substituted for disassembling and assembling the printer. Rev. Table 4-1 . Phillips Screwdriver No.2 B743800200 Phillips Screwdriver No.1 B743800100 Box Driver 7.0mm Diagonal B741700200 Tweezers B741000100...below : T Use only the recommended tools for FX-1180 has been made since the major mechanical difference between FX-1180 and FX-880 is not electrically isolated. Precautions for any...