Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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...-four pin printers all begin with LQ FX-980-Nine-pin narrow carriage Wide carriage printers have 4 number in their reliability with tireless printheads and superior quality ribbons. EPSON impact printers are capable of their respective owners. Contents This technical brief provides detailed information on the following topics, related to all EPSON impact printers: Functionality M Printing technology M Control code/emulation M Paper handling M SmartPark™ settings Versatility M Flexible...
...-four pin printers all begin with LQ FX-980-Nine-pin narrow carriage Wide carriage printers have 4 number in their reliability with tireless printheads and superior quality ribbons. EPSON impact printers are capable of their respective owners. Contents This technical brief provides detailed information on the following topics, related to all EPSON impact printers: Functionality M Printing technology M Control code/emulation M Paper handling M SmartPark™ settings Versatility M Flexible...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... save paper and trouble, and precisely line up printing on the control panel. Barcode fonts are printed unidirectionally for accuracy L Windows applications will automatically switch to the top-of paper from the other path is automatically retracted to the interface receiving data. L For optional connectivity, most EPSON impact printers. EPSON impact printers offers these types of their respective owners. EPSON Sales Training EPSON is added, EPSON impact printers automatic interface switching feature will overide all EPSON impact printers Proportionally...
... save paper and trouble, and precisely line up printing on the control panel. Barcode fonts are printed unidirectionally for accuracy L Windows applications will automatically switch to the top-of paper from the other path is automatically retracted to the interface receiving data. L For optional connectivity, most EPSON impact printers. EPSON impact printers offers these types of their respective owners. EPSON Sales Training EPSON is added, EPSON impact printers automatic interface switching feature will overide all EPSON impact printers Proportionally...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... : 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 each printer L EPSON Remote! Simplifies setup when installing multiple printers-just make the necessary changes in the software utility, and download the settings to host computer connection. is...
... : 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 each printer L EPSON Remote! Simplifies setup when installing multiple printers-just make the necessary changes in the software utility, and download the settings to host computer connection. is...
Product Information Guide
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... printing. Font Module The optional Multi-Font Module gives you install the Multi-Font Module in increments of 1/360th of the others optionally by using the proper software command when DIP switch 2-6 is turned on ). 1/6 inch or programmable in its slot, you can also be fed automatically into the printer without reloading. Pin Printers 5/1/89 LQ-510-1 Ribbon cartridge The Cut Sheet Feeder LQ- 510...
... printing. Font Module The optional Multi-Font Module gives you install the Multi-Font Module in increments of 1/360th of the others optionally by using the proper software command when DIP switch 2-6 is turned on ). 1/6 inch or programmable in its slot, you can also be fed automatically into the printer without reloading. Pin Printers 5/1/89 LQ-510-1 Ribbon cartridge The Cut Sheet Feeder LQ- 510...
Product Information Guide
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... Push tractor Cut sheet feeder (optional) Pull tractor (optional) Ribbon: Life expectancy of Epson interfaces that are compatible with its long side horizontal. Compatible Interfaces The following is only available at up to 242 mm) width paper is used . Mechanical Paper feeding methods; Envelope _A '1 Il.87 mchrs 122 mmJ Note: Envelope printing is a list of ribbon: MCBF: Cartridge ribbon, available in black: #7753 #7753: 2,000...
... Push tractor Cut sheet feeder (optional) Pull tractor (optional) Ribbon: Life expectancy of Epson interfaces that are compatible with its long side horizontal. Compatible Interfaces The following is only available at up to 242 mm) width paper is used . Mechanical Paper feeding methods; Envelope _A '1 Il.87 mchrs 122 mmJ Note: Envelope printing is a list of ribbon: MCBF: Cartridge ribbon, available in black: #7753 #7753: 2,000...
Product Information Guide
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... Korea 64 Legal The Control Panel Lights 1-6 / Condensed mode on/off 1-7 / Character table 1 Condensed j Normal i Graphics 1 Italics 1 3-19 1 3-22 SW! -h I 2-1 / Page length ,I -/ONiONiON 1 Frame 2 Germany 3 UK 4 Denmark 5 Sweden 6 Italy 7 Spain In addition to select LQ ROMAN, LQ SANS SERIF, DRAFT mode, or a cartridge font (if installed). l While printing is disabled, character data is on off . Setting the DIP Switches LO- 510 DOT- MATRIX PRINTER ASCII coda hex...
... Korea 64 Legal The Control Panel Lights 1-6 / Condensed mode on/off 1-7 / Character table 1 Condensed j Normal i Graphics 1 Italics 1 3-19 1 3-22 SW! -h I 2-1 / Page length ,I -/ONiONiON 1 Frame 2 Germany 3 UK 4 Denmark 5 Sweden 6 Italy 7 Spain In addition to select LQ ROMAN, LQ SANS SERIF, DRAFT mode, or a cartridge font (if installed). l While printing is disabled, character data is on off . Setting the DIP Switches LO- 510 DOT- MATRIX PRINTER ASCII coda hex...
Product Information Guide
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... paper continuously. The self test printout lets you access to locate the source of communications problems between the computer and printer. Micro-adjustment: By pressing the FORM FEED button immediately after loading paper or when using the short tear-off line, press this chapter. FORM FEED When the printer is already loaded. Other control panel features The control panel of your printer also gives you check the current DIP switch settings and operating status of the paper...
... paper continuously. The self test printout lets you access to locate the source of communications problems between the computer and printer. Micro-adjustment: By pressing the FORM FEED button immediately after loading paper or when using the short tear-off line, press this chapter. FORM FEED When the printer is already loaded. Other control panel features The control panel of your printer also gives you check the current DIP switch settings and operating status of the paper...
Product Information Guide
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... first page printed at the top of printer installed on your software does not properly support cut-sheet paper. There will avoid unexpected results. This is not set correctly. Sheet Feeder/ Single - LQ-510-6 5/1/89 24 - MATRIX PRINTER Installation/Support Tips Software The type of the second page if the page length is usually done through a setup menu. Pin Printers DIP Switch Settings The default settings will usually work for most applications, but they should be checked before using the printer...
... first page printed at the top of printer installed on your software does not properly support cut-sheet paper. There will avoid unexpected results. This is not set correctly. Sheet Feeder/ Single - LQ-510-6 5/1/89 24 - MATRIX PRINTER Installation/Support Tips Software The type of the second page if the page length is usually done through a setup menu. Pin Printers DIP Switch Settings The default settings will usually work for most applications, but they should be checked before using the printer...
Product Support Bulletin(s)
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PSB No: P-0076 Page: 3 of 4 LQ-2500 NOTE: Printers with LCD displays use error messages along with beeps to inform the user 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 End detected 5 beeps: Abnormal carriage movement (.5 sec. pause between beeps) 5 beeps: Case open LQ-2550 LCD Codes: 00 (1) (2) The font could...
PSB No: P-0076 Page: 3 of 4 LQ-2500 NOTE: Printers with LCD displays use error messages along with beeps to inform the user 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 End detected 5 beeps: Abnormal carriage movement (.5 sec. pause between beeps) 5 beeps: Case open LQ-2550 LCD Codes: 00 (1) (2) The font could...
Product Support Bulletin(s)
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... power up b. Friction/Tractor feed switching error d. NOTES: Error codes 11 and 12 are usually caused by new operators who are corrected by turning the printer off, taking out the paper and turning the printer back on the ROMA board may require a repair, adjustment or replacement. The correct settings are : a. Four possible areas of these errors are un-familiar with the machine. Since the initial reading upon loading a single sheet paper, the paper...
... power up b. Friction/Tractor feed switching error d. NOTES: Error codes 11 and 12 are usually caused by new operators who are corrected by turning the printer off, taking out the paper and turning the printer back on the ROMA board may require a repair, adjustment or replacement. The correct settings are : a. Four possible areas of these errors are un-familiar with the machine. Since the initial reading upon loading a single sheet paper, the paper...
User Manual
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... high-quality printing and ease of operation you have come to expect from Epson printers, the LQ-510 offers the following features: • Easy paper handling, featuring automatic single-sheet loading. • Compatibility with the Epson ESC/P® commands used by the LQ-500, LQ-800, LQ-850, LQ-950, LQ-1000, LQ-1050, LQ-1500, LQ-2500, and LQ-2550. • Fast draft mode printing of features. Introduction The Epson® LQ-510 is an...
... high-quality printing and ease of operation you have come to expect from Epson printers, the LQ-510 offers the following features: • Easy paper handling, featuring automatic single-sheet loading. • Compatibility with the Epson ESC/P® commands used by the LQ-500, LQ-800, LQ-850, LQ-950, LQ-1000, LQ-1050, LQ-1500, LQ-2500, and LQ-2550. • Fast draft mode printing of features. Introduction The Epson® LQ-510 is an...
User Manual
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... ON LINE button. Turn off the printer. The ribbon may be installed properly. If the printer still does not print the self test correctly, contact your Epson dealer or Epson authorized service center. Then remove the paper using the platen knob and load a new sheet. Try the self test again. Setting Up the Printer 1-21 Testing the Printer Checking the Operation If the self test does not print properly, check the control panel and the print head area. See page 9. See page 6-4. The test...
... ON LINE button. Turn off the printer. The ribbon may be installed properly. If the printer still does not print the self test correctly, contact your Epson dealer or Epson authorized service center. Then remove the paper using the platen knob and load a new sheet. Try the self test again. Setting Up the Printer 1-21 Testing the Printer Checking the Operation If the self test does not print properly, check the control panel and the print head area. See page 9. See page 6-4. The test...
User Manual
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Removal of the printer cover with the clear plastic part that was on it originally. Set DIP switch 1-8 to off the cut sheet feeder is now completed. Replace the clear plastic part of the cut sheet feeder mode). 4. Be sure to turn off (to store the removed cut sheet feeder in its original box and packing materials. 5-16 Using the Printer Options The Cut Sheet Feeder 3.
Removal of the printer cover with the clear plastic part that was on it originally. Set DIP switch 1-8 to off the cut sheet feeder is now completed. Replace the clear plastic part of the cut sheet feeder mode). 4. Be sure to turn off (to store the removed cut sheet feeder in its original box and packing materials. 5-16 Using the Printer Options The Cut Sheet Feeder 3.
User Manual
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Printing Problem The printer does not print. You may not be using the wire retaining clips. Make sure your printer. See Chapter 3. The PAPER OUT light should go off . The PAPER OUT light is on . Press the ON LINE button. Load more paper into the printer. Solution The software may not be installed properly for your interface cable meets the printer and the computer specifications. Move the paper a little to the right, so...
Printing Problem The printer does not print. You may not be using the wire retaining clips. Make sure your printer. See Chapter 3. The PAPER OUT light should go off . The PAPER OUT light is on . Press the ON LINE button. Load more paper into the printer. Solution The software may not be installed properly for your interface cable meets the printer and the computer specifications. Move the paper a little to the right, so...
User Manual
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... parts missing at the bottom as shown here. The ribbon cartridge may not be installed properly. Turn off the printer, reinstall the ribbon cartridge, and take up any slack in printer operation. If the printer still does not print correctly, contact your Epson dealer. This indicates an error in the ribbon. the printer resumes printing automatically when the print head cools. Turn off the printer, check for paper jams or other problems...
... parts missing at the bottom as shown here. The ribbon cartridge may not be installed properly. Turn off the printer, reinstall the ribbon cartridge, and take up any slack in printer operation. If the printer still does not print correctly, contact your Epson dealer. This indicates an error in the ribbon. the printer resumes printing automatically when the print head cools. Turn off the printer, check for paper jams or other problems...
User Manual
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... to change the margin. See Chapter 3. Auto line feed may be on the page. Use micro-adjustment to the maximum setting using ESC Q. The margin setting may be correct. Printing Problem The print position is not what you expected. Turn off DIP switch 2-4. See Chapter 9. Printing starts too high or too low on . In BASIC, enter either of printing has taken up two lines. Use your application software and adjust it. Troubleshooting 7-11...
... to change the margin. See Chapter 3. Auto line feed may be on the page. Use micro-adjustment to the maximum setting using ESC Q. The margin setting may be correct. Printing Problem The print position is not what you expected. Turn off DIP switch 2-4. See Chapter 9. Printing starts too high or too low on . In BASIC, enter either of printing has taken up two lines. Use your application software and adjust it. Troubleshooting 7-11...
User Manual
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... trying to use the interface with the wrong specification. Two cables may be installed on the computer may be wrong. The DIP switches or jumpers on the interface board may be set wrong. The printer does not print or the printout is not what you can use an interface with this printer. Options Problem Using an optional interface, the printer does not operate properly...
... trying to use the interface with the wrong specification. Two cables may be installed on the computer may be wrong. The DIP switches or jumpers on the interface board may be set wrong. The printer does not print or the printout is not what you can use an interface with this printer. Options Problem Using an optional interface, the printer does not operate properly...
User Manual
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..., 3-22-23 Cleaning printer, 6-2-3 Column reservation numbers, 4-14 Command summary, 9-1-40 Condensed button, 3-4 Condensed mode, 3-19, 4-6-8 Configuring application software, 1-25 Connecting printer, 1-22-24 Continuous paper, maximum width, 2-6 loading, 2-6-12 Control key table, 9-4 Control panel, 3-2-5 buttons, 3-3-5 lights, 3-2 Cut sheet feeder, 5-2-16 capacity, 8-13 installing, 5-24 loading paper, 5-5-7 mode, 5-5 removing, 5-15-16 software control, 5-14 specifications, 8-13-14 testing, 5-9-10 using, 5-1l-14 Data dump mode, 3-24-26 Default settings, 8-15-16 Diagnostics, printer, 1-13-21...
..., 3-22-23 Cleaning printer, 6-2-3 Column reservation numbers, 4-14 Command summary, 9-1-40 Condensed button, 3-4 Condensed mode, 3-19, 4-6-8 Configuring application software, 1-25 Connecting printer, 1-22-24 Continuous paper, maximum width, 2-6 loading, 2-6-12 Control key table, 9-4 Control panel, 3-2-5 buttons, 3-3-5 lights, 3-2 Cut sheet feeder, 5-2-16 capacity, 8-13 installing, 5-24 loading paper, 5-5-7 mode, 5-5 removing, 5-15-16 software control, 5-14 specifications, 8-13-14 testing, 5-9-10 using, 5-1l-14 Data dump mode, 3-24-26 Default settings, 8-15-16 Diagnostics, printer, 1-13-21...
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..., 3-22-23 Micro-adjustment, 3-13 Moving printer, 6-10 print head, 1-8 Multi-Font Module, 5-28-33 font descriptions, 5-28-30 installation, 5-30-32 selecting fonts, 5-33 Multi-part forms, 2-23 Multi-part light, 3-2 O On line button, 3-3 On line light, 3-2 Options see Cut-sheet feeder see Interface boards see Multi-Font Module see Pull tractor Outline mode, 4-6, 9-32 Overline mode, 4-5, 9-31 P Page length, 3-10 Paper copy capacity, 8-6 length, 8-4, 8-14 loading, 2-1-27 printable...
..., 3-22-23 Micro-adjustment, 3-13 Moving printer, 6-10 print head, 1-8 Multi-Font Module, 5-28-33 font descriptions, 5-28-30 installation, 5-30-32 selecting fonts, 5-33 Multi-part forms, 2-23 Multi-part light, 3-2 O On line button, 3-3 On line light, 3-2 Options see Cut-sheet feeder see Interface boards see Multi-Font Module see Pull tractor Outline mode, 4-6, 9-32 Overline mode, 4-5, 9-31 P Page length, 3-10 Paper copy capacity, 8-6 length, 8-4, 8-14 loading, 2-1-27 printable...
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Printer cover, 1-12 Printer stand, 1-5 Print head, 1-8, 4-10-12 Printing direction, 3-9 Problems, see Troubleshooting Proportional spacing, 4-2-3, 4-6-8, 9-25, A-2-5 Pull tractor, 5-17-27 installing, 5-17-18 loading paper, 5-19-23 removing, 5-24-27 Push tractor, 2-6-18 Ready light, 3-2 Ribbon cartridge installing, 1-7-9 replacing, 6-4-9 specifications, 8-7 Roman font, 3-18 Sans serif font, 3-18 SelecType options, 3-17-19, 5-33 Self test, printer, 1-14-21, 5-9-10 Serial interface, see Interface boards Setting up printer, 1-1-25 Shadow mode, 4-6, 9-32 Short tear-off, 3-14...
Printer cover, 1-12 Printer stand, 1-5 Print head, 1-8, 4-10-12 Printing direction, 3-9 Problems, see Troubleshooting Proportional spacing, 4-2-3, 4-6-8, 9-25, A-2-5 Pull tractor, 5-17-27 installing, 5-17-18 loading paper, 5-19-23 removing, 5-24-27 Push tractor, 2-6-18 Ready light, 3-2 Ribbon cartridge installing, 1-7-9 replacing, 6-4-9 specifications, 8-7 Roman font, 3-18 Sans serif font, 3-18 SelecType options, 3-17-19, 5-33 Self test, printer, 1-14-21, 5-9-10 Serial interface, see Interface boards Setting up printer, 1-1-25 Shadow mode, 4-6, 9-32 Short tear-off, 3-14...