Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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only impact printers can handle multi-part forms and multiple paper paths that the printer are the property of their respective owners. or 24-pin, which determines the type of printing and the number of multi-part forms that can all have the sturdiest printhead pins which : Hit the paper less hard to make impressions through most multi-part forms Offer finer Letter Quality printing Print from High Speed...
only impact printers can handle multi-part forms and multiple paper paths that the printer are the property of their respective owners. or 24-pin, which determines the type of printing and the number of multi-part forms that can all have the sturdiest printhead pins which : Hit the paper less hard to make impressions through most multi-part forms Offer finer Letter Quality printing Print from High Speed...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... greatest control when printing on multi-part forms by ensuring that the forms stay properly aligned. many at the same time. Gives you better control when printing on multi-part forms by ensuring that the forms stay properly aligned and do not get jammed or misfed. LL Functionality-Paper handling Versatile paper handling allows EPSON impact printers to tear off the printed document or form without wasting a sheet...
... greatest control when printing on multi-part forms by ensuring that the forms stay properly aligned. many at the same time. Gives you better control when printing on multi-part forms by ensuring that the forms stay properly aligned and do not get jammed or misfed. LL Functionality-Paper handling Versatile paper handling allows EPSON impact printers to tear off the printed document or form without wasting a sheet...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... document is printed, paper is automatically retracted to precisely line-up printing on pre-printed forms. LL L Versatility-Flexible interfacing Most EPSON impact printers offer both standard bidirectional parallel and serial interfaces which help you to add: Interface card 32KB Serial Serial Coax Twinax Multiprotocol Series 2 & 100/ 10Base-TX Ethernet Print Server LocalTalk Interface board Description RS-232C serial port Standard serial port IBM® mainframe connection IBM minicomputer connection Direct Ethernet/ EtherTalk network connection AppleTalk connection Compatibility...
... document is printed, paper is automatically retracted to precisely line-up printing on pre-printed forms. LL L Versatility-Flexible interfacing Most EPSON impact printers offer both standard bidirectional parallel and serial interfaces which help you to add: Interface card 32KB Serial Serial Coax Twinax Multiprotocol Series 2 & 100/ 10Base-TX Ethernet Print Server LocalTalk Interface board Description RS-232C serial port Standard serial port IBM® mainframe connection IBM minicomputer connection Direct Ethernet/ EtherTalk network connection AppleTalk connection Compatibility...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... Interface mode : Auto I/F interval : 10s Input Buffer : ON Auto Tear off : OFF Auto Line Feed : OFF Control Code : ESC/P 0 slash : OFF Buzzer : ON Roll Paper : OFF F1 : Execute F10: Previous 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 user. This utility program provides printer status, error conditions, and trouble shooting instructions to host computer connection...
... Interface mode : Auto I/F interval : 10s Input Buffer : ON Auto Tear off : OFF Auto Line Feed : OFF Control Code : ESC/P 0 slash : OFF Buzzer : ON Roll Paper : OFF F1 : Execute F10: Previous 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 user. This utility program provides printer status, error conditions, and trouble shooting instructions to host computer connection...
Product Support Bulletin(s)
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... ROM check does not match. The versions may be found. PSB No: P-0076 Page: 3 of 4 LQ-2500 NOTE: Printers with LCD displays use error messages along with the Power-on LED lit can be caused by a bent pin on one of problems. The following messages will help you to CGROM 03 EEROM read/write error 10 Abnormal carriage movement LQ-2550 1 beep: BEL code 3 beeps: Paper...
... ROM check does not match. The versions may be found. PSB No: P-0076 Page: 3 of 4 LQ-2500 NOTE: Printers with LCD displays use error messages along with the Power-on LED lit can be caused by a bent pin on one of problems. The following messages will help you to CGROM 03 EEROM read/write error 10 Abnormal carriage movement LQ-2550 1 beep: BEL code 3 beeps: Paper...
Product Support Bulletin(s)
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... not detected correctly c. The correct settings are corrected by new operators who are : a. PSB No: P-0076 Page: 4 of 4 LQ-2550 cont. 03 A 'Verify After Write" check to ensure proper paper handling and prevent paper jams, which can result in the Service Manual (page A-54, figure A-52) and on TIB LQ2550-005. Friction/Tractor feed switching error d. Since the initial reading upon loading a single sheet paper, the paper has skewed.
... not detected correctly c. The correct settings are corrected by new operators who are : a. PSB No: P-0076 Page: 4 of 4 LQ-2550 cont. 03 A 'Verify After Write" check to ensure proper paper handling and prevent paper jams, which can result in the Service Manual (page A-54, figure A-52) and on TIB LQ2550-005. Friction/Tractor feed switching error d. Since the initial reading upon loading a single sheet paper, the paper has skewed.
Product Support Bulletin(s)
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... LQ-1500 uses IBM 5152 control codes with the Emulator kit installed, so all software packages should never be installed in the LQ-1500? There is probably in LQ mode, the LQ-1500 will usually alleviate the intermittent problem. A. SERVICE PSB NO.: P-0025 PRODUCT SUPPORT BULLETIN DATE: 8/01/88 PAGE: 1 of print alignment and should have the IBM 5152 printer driver selected. The most probable cause of this? Q. A. In order for the adjustment...
... LQ-1500 uses IBM 5152 control codes with the Emulator kit installed, so all software packages should never be installed in the LQ-1500? There is probably in LQ mode, the LQ-1500 will usually alleviate the intermittent problem. A. SERVICE PSB NO.: P-0025 PRODUCT SUPPORT BULLETIN DATE: 8/01/88 PAGE: 1 of print alignment and should have the IBM 5152 printer driver selected. The most probable cause of this? Q. A. In order for the adjustment...
User Manual
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... 5 Installing the paper feed knob 5 Removing the dust cover 7 Removing the front cover 7 Discovering what's inside 8 Installing the Ribbon Cartridge 9 Installing the Sheet Guide 12 Assembling the three pieces 12 Attaching the sheet guide 12 Connecting the LQ-1500 to Your Computer 15 Locating the interface card 15 Installing the interface card 17 Attaching the cable to the printer 18 Connecting the printer cable 18 Setting the DIP Switches 19 Switch1 21 Switch2 22 Installing the Power Cord 24 2 Operation and Maintenance...
... 5 Installing the paper feed knob 5 Removing the dust cover 7 Removing the front cover 7 Discovering what's inside 8 Installing the Ribbon Cartridge 9 Installing the Sheet Guide 12 Assembling the three pieces 12 Attaching the sheet guide 12 Connecting the LQ-1500 to Your Computer 15 Locating the interface card 15 Installing the interface card 17 Attaching the cable to the printer 18 Connecting the printer cable 18 Setting the DIP Switches 19 Switch1 21 Switch2 22 Installing the Power Cord 24 2 Operation and Maintenance...
User Manual
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...12 Sheet guide installation 1-13 Printing single sheets 14 15 1-14 The dust cover 16 1-15 Interface card 16 1-16 Locating the interface card 17 1-17 Interface card installation 19 1-18 Interface connection to computer 20 1-19 Switch settings 21 2-1 Controls and indicators 26 2-2 Maintenance 28 3-1 Adjustment levers 30 3-2 Sheetload 33 3-3 Protective cover removed 35 3-4 Tractor unit installation 36 3-5 Printer parts used with pin-feed paper 37 3-6 Paper inserted 38 3-7 Aligning pin frames 39 3-8 Pin-feeder covers 40...
...12 Sheet guide installation 1-13 Printing single sheets 14 15 1-14 The dust cover 16 1-15 Interface card 16 1-16 Locating the interface card 17 1-17 Interface card installation 19 1-18 Interface connection to computer 20 1-19 Switch settings 21 2-1 Controls and indicators 26 2-2 Maintenance 28 3-1 Adjustment levers 30 3-2 Sheetload 33 3-3 Protective cover removed 35 3-4 Tractor unit installation 36 3-5 Printer parts used with pin-feed paper 37 3-6 Paper inserted 38 3-7 Aligning pin frames 39 3-8 Pin-feeder covers 40...
User Manual
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... to write programs for each of each ASCII code. l High-resolution graphics. The buffer takes information quickly from one print style to use the LQ-1500 are not the ones who use control codes with specific software programs. The first three chapters of this manual will help assure you of success when you begin to use the LQ-1500 with your printer. Therefore, Epson has provided two different...
... to write programs for each of each ASCII code. l High-resolution graphics. The buffer takes information quickly from one print style to use the LQ-1500 are not the ones who use control codes with specific software programs. The first three chapters of this manual will help assure you of success when you begin to use the LQ-1500 with your printer. Therefore, Epson has provided two different...
User Manual
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... put them all of the installation procedures described here with the power to manually turn the platen and advance the paper-just as you use to the printer turned OFF. WARNING: To avoid shock hazard and prevent damage to the LQ-1500, complete all together to Know Your Printer Now you . Paper placement Getting to form a functional printer. 5. The next step is not...
... put them all of the installation procedures described here with the power to manually turn the platen and advance the paper-just as you use to the printer turned OFF. WARNING: To avoid shock hazard and prevent damage to the LQ-1500, complete all together to Know Your Printer Now you . Paper placement Getting to form a functional printer. 5. The next step is not...
User Manual
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... computer. Printing single sheets Once the sheet guide is on top, as shown in Figure 1-14. This film protects the switch panel during manufacture and shipment and can advise you may want to your computer and application. 15 The interface card consists of the LQ-1500. Your Epson dealer can be to connect your printer to remove the protective film that is installed you...
... computer. Printing single sheets Once the sheet guide is on top, as shown in Figure 1-14. This film protects the switch panel during manufacture and shipment and can advise you may want to your computer and application. 15 The interface card consists of the LQ-1500. Your Epson dealer can be to connect your printer to remove the protective film that is installed you...
User Manual
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... feed). Settings for switch 1 Function 2K byte input buffer Paper-out detector Automatic line feed Reserved for future use your computer for you are using single sheets, the paper-out detector stops the printer when it receives a carriage return. WARNING: If you turn OFF the LQ-1500, any information in your software dealer if you want to print a document at 22 Switch 1-3--Switch 1-3 controls whether or not the LQ-1500 does an automatic line feed...
... feed). Settings for switch 1 Function 2K byte input buffer Paper-out detector Automatic line feed Reserved for future use your computer for you are using single sheets, the paper-out detector stops the printer when it receives a carriage return. WARNING: If you turn OFF the LQ-1500, any information in your software dealer if you want to print a document at 22 Switch 1-3--Switch 1-3 controls whether or not the LQ-1500 does an automatic line feed...
User Manual
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... can use the form feed (FF) and line feed (LF) buttons on -line operation at any time, just by pressing the ON LINE button. l FF button -- Power switch Figure 2-1. Controls and indicators l PAPER OUT light -- The ON LINE and READY lights will be off line, you can return the printer to on the control panel to print. printer will advance the paper to switch from the computer and the ON LINE light glows green. glows green when data reception...
... can use the form feed (FF) and line feed (LF) buttons on -line operation at any time, just by pressing the ON LINE button. l FF button -- Power switch Figure 2-1. Controls and indicators l PAPER OUT light -- The ON LINE and READY lights will be off line, you can return the printer to on the control panel to print. printer will advance the paper to switch from the computer and the ON LINE light glows green. glows green when data reception...
User Manual
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..., turn the power switch off , you should also clean the inside the printer. Be careful not to get the job done. Maintenance Other maintenance Changing the ribbon cartridge and cleaning the printer are no user-serviceable parts inside the printer. There are the only maintenance tasks that you can easily move the print head back and forth to get rid of the parts inside the LQ-1500. Remove the dust cover, the front cover, and...
..., turn the power switch off , you should also clean the inside the printer. Be careful not to get the job done. Maintenance Other maintenance Changing the ribbon cartridge and cleaning the printer are no user-serviceable parts inside the printer. There are the only maintenance tasks that you can easily move the print head back and forth to get rid of the parts inside the LQ-1500. Remove the dust cover, the front cover, and...
User Manual
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... the sheet guide unit evenly and press the correct button. The second setting, released, is used when the tractor unit is much easier than setting up position. Print head adjustment lever The space between the print head and the platen. We're sure you 're using. Remove the dust cover and front cover. Thicker paper needs a wider space to prepare the printer for clean printing and smooth paper movement. Loading Single-Sheet Paper Printing on the left side...
... the sheet guide unit evenly and press the correct button. The second setting, released, is used when the tractor unit is much easier than setting up position. Print head adjustment lever The space between the print head and the platen. We're sure you 're using. Remove the dust cover and front cover. Thicker paper needs a wider space to prepare the printer for clean printing and smooth paper movement. Loading Single-Sheet Paper Printing on the left side...
User Manual
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... off-line mode. The paper should be off . 4. If it toward the rear of the paper. 4. Set the print head adjustment lever for most paper. 7. Remember to the end of the paper. Remember that switch 1-2 is OFF, turn it reaches the end of the printer. 6. 2. This allows the printer to print to load one sheet at a time. Both the READY and ON LINE lights are using. Press the SHEET LOAD button. The PAPER OUT light should...
... off-line mode. The paper should be off . 4. If it toward the rear of the paper. 4. Set the print head adjustment lever for most paper. 7. Remember to the end of the paper. Remember that switch 1-2 is OFF, turn it reaches the end of the printer. 6. 2. This allows the printer to print to load one sheet at a time. Both the READY and ON LINE lights are using. Press the SHEET LOAD button. The PAPER OUT light should...
User Manual
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... the printer to Figure 3-5. 1. Preparing the printer for pin-feed paper With the tractor unit now installed, you and push the tractor unit down position to the sides. Open the black covers on the tractor unit by pulling it lock into place. Figure 3-3. Gently tilt the tractor unit toward the front of the printer and slide both pin-feeders outward to enable the paper-out detector. Protective cover removed 5.
... the printer to Figure 3-5. 1. Preparing the printer for pin-feed paper With the tractor unit now installed, you and push the tractor unit down position to the sides. Open the black covers on the tractor unit by pulling it lock into place. Figure 3-3. Gently tilt the tractor unit toward the front of the printer and slide both pin-feeders outward to enable the paper-out detector. Protective cover removed 5.
User Manual
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Miscellaneous Commands (continued) Function: Enable paper-out detector Format: ASCII (ESC) "9" Decimal 27 57 Hexadecimal 1B 39 Remarks: Turns the paper detector on so that it will report when the printer runs out of paper. Function: Return print head to home position (one-line unidirectional printing) Format: ASCII "
Miscellaneous Commands (continued) Function: Enable paper-out detector Format: ASCII (ESC) "9" Decimal 27 57 Hexadecimal 1B 39 Remarks: Turns the paper detector on so that it will report when the printer runs out of paper. Function: Return print head to home position (one-line unidirectional printing) Format: ASCII "
User Manual
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... 2 Assembly of printer 5 of sheet guide 12 Backspace 67 BASIC 46 Bell 23, 24, 67 Buttons 25 FF (Form feed) 26 LF (Line feed) 27 ON LINE 26 SHEET LOAD 27,32 Cable, connection of 18 Carriage return 46, 54 Cartridge, ribbon 9 Character matrix 91 Character set 75, 91 Character set commands 61 Characters, international 23, 78 Characters, proportional widths 79 Cleaning, of printer 27 Codes, names of...
... 2 Assembly of printer 5 of sheet guide 12 Backspace 67 BASIC 46 Bell 23, 24, 67 Buttons 25 FF (Form feed) 26 LF (Line feed) 27 ON LINE 26 SHEET LOAD 27,32 Cable, connection of 18 Carriage return 46, 54 Cartridge, ribbon 9 Character matrix 91 Character set 75, 91 Character set commands 61 Characters, international 23, 78 Characters, proportional widths 79 Cleaning, of printer 27 Codes, names of...