Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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...LQ FX-980-Nine-pin narrow carriage Wide carriage printers have 4 number in their names Narrow carriage printers 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 Draft up to all EPSON impact printers...: Functionality M Printing technology M Control code/emulation M Paper handling M SmartPark™ settings Versatility M Flexible interfacing M Built-in fonts M...
...LQ FX-980-Nine-pin narrow carriage Wide carriage printers have 4 number in their names Narrow carriage printers 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 Draft up to all EPSON impact printers...: Functionality M Printing technology M Control code/emulation M Paper handling M SmartPark™ settings Versatility M Flexible interfacing M Built-in fonts M...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... scalab fonts Enhanced graphics printing which allows more connectivity compatibility. In some models this tractor is moveable, and in front and rear paper paths. LL Functionality-Paper handling Versatile paper handling allows EPSON impact printers to achieve zero tear-off the printed document or form without wasting a sheet.) Available in some it is a registered trademark of...
... scalab fonts Enhanced graphics printing which allows more connectivity compatibility. In some models this tractor is moveable, and in front and rear paper paths. LL Functionality-Paper handling Versatile paper handling allows EPSON impact printers to achieve zero tear-off the printed document or form without wasting a sheet.) Available in some it is a registered trademark of...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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Technical Brief-Multimedia projectors Page 3 Single sheet paper paths: EPSON impact printers all can handle single sheet paper and single sheet multi-part forms, many EPSON impact printers have both front and top paper paths: Front paper path The front paper path has an almost straight-through paper path, which automatically adjusts the platten to the thickness of their respective owners. Set the...
Technical Brief-Multimedia projectors Page 3 Single sheet paper paths: EPSON impact printers all can handle single sheet paper and single sheet multi-part forms, many EPSON impact printers have both front and top paper paths: Front paper path The front paper path has an almost straight-through paper path, which automatically adjusts the platten to the thickness of their respective owners. Set the...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... path is backed out and "parked," while paper from most paper paths, by a button on your computer. Versatility-Built-in fonts Each EPSON impact printer includes a variety of built-in favor of the built-in 2-point increments, available on EPSON 24-pin impact printers Barcode fonts-available on most EPSON impact printers offer EPSON Type B interface slots that are available on the...
... path is backed out and "parked," while paper from most paper paths, by a button on your computer. Versatility-Built-in fonts Each EPSON impact printer includes a variety of built-in favor of the built-in 2-point increments, available on EPSON 24-pin impact printers Barcode fonts-available on most EPSON impact printers offer EPSON Type B interface slots that are available on the...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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Start UP Utility Ver. 1.22 Copyright (C) SEIKO EPSON CORP. 1992 Printer: FX-2180 Mode: ESC/P Port: LPT1 Font : Roman Pitch : 10CPI Print Quality : LQ Character Table : PC 437 Continuous Rear : 11 inch Continuous Rear : 8.5mm Continuous Front : 7 inch ...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 easily change the printer's default settings. is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson...
Start UP Utility Ver. 1.22 Copyright (C) SEIKO EPSON CORP. 1992 Printer: FX-2180 Mode: ESC/P Port: LPT1 Font : Roman Pitch : 10CPI Print Quality : LQ Character Table : PC 437 Continuous Rear : 11 inch Continuous Rear : 8.5mm Continuous Front : 7 inch ...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 easily change the printer's default settings. is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson...
Product Brochure
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... quality, multipart forms printing, the reliable Epson LQ-590 and LQ-2090 printers offer extremely low operational costs compared to other impact printers in demanding print environments s Offers an MTBF rating of up to Epson LQ-590 529 cps and seamless integration into existing ... Epson LQ-590 and the wide-format Epson LQ-2090 deliver precision text and graphics, plus a slot for optional interface cards, including high-speed Ethernet, for greater compatibility with practically any system. Printer Throughput Test* - With versatile 5-part forms printing, multiple paper loading...
... quality, multipart forms printing, the reliable Epson LQ-590 and LQ-2090 printers offer extremely low operational costs compared to other impact printers in demanding print environments s Offers an MTBF rating of up to Epson LQ-590 529 cps and seamless integration into existing ... Epson LQ-590 and the wide-format Epson LQ-2090 deliver precision text and graphics, plus a slot for optional interface cards, including high-speed Ethernet, for greater compatibility with practically any system. Printer Throughput Test* - With versatile 5-part forms printing, multiple paper loading...
Product Brochure
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... C814012 C814031 Description Epson LQ-590 Impact Printer Ribbon Cartridge High Capacity Cut Sheet Feeder Single Bin Cut Sheet Feeder Additional Pull Tractor Unit Front Sheet Guide Epson LQ-2090 Impact Printer Ribbon Cartridge High Capacity Cut Sheet Feeder Single Bin Cut Sheet Feeder Additional Pull Tractor Unit Front Sheet Guide Front Paper Guide Product Code Description Epson LQ-590 and LQ-2090 Accessories...
... C814012 C814031 Description Epson LQ-590 Impact Printer Ribbon Cartridge High Capacity Cut Sheet Feeder Single Bin Cut Sheet Feeder Additional Pull Tractor Unit Front Sheet Guide Epson LQ-2090 Impact Printer Ribbon Cartridge High Capacity Cut Sheet Feeder Single Bin Cut Sheet Feeder Additional Pull Tractor Unit Front Sheet Guide Front Paper Guide Product Code Description Epson LQ-590 and LQ-2090 Accessories...
User Manual
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... Special Papers 28 Continuous multipart forms 28 Single-sheet multipart forms 28 Labels 28 Envelopes 30 Postcards 30 Using the Micro Adjust Function 31 Adjusting the tear-off position 31 Adjusting the top-of-form position 33 3 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 7 Choosing a Place for the Printer 7 Assembling the Printer 8 Connecting the Printer to...
... Special Papers 28 Continuous multipart forms 28 Single-sheet multipart forms 28 Labels 28 Envelopes 30 Postcards 30 Using the Micro Adjust Function 31 Adjusting the tear-off position 31 Adjusting the top-of-form position 33 3 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 7 Choosing a Place for the Printer 7 Assembling the Printer 8 Connecting the Printer to...
User Manual
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...Panel Buttons and Lights 35 Selecting a Font and Pitch 37 Changing the Printer's Default Settings 38 Default-setting mode 39 Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Using the Error Indicators 41 Clearing Paper Jams 42 Printing a Self Test 43 Where To Get Help 44 Chapter ...5 - Product Information Safety Instructions 45 Hot Parts Caution Symbol 45 Important Safety Instructions 45 ENERGY STAR Compliance 46 FCC Compliance Statement for United States Users 46 WARNING 46 For Canadian users 46 Declaration of Conformity 47 EPSON...
...Panel Buttons and Lights 35 Selecting a Font and Pitch 37 Changing the Printer's Default Settings 38 Default-setting mode 39 Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Using the Error Indicators 41 Clearing Paper Jams 42 Printing a Self Test 43 Where To Get Help 44 Chapter ...5 - Product Information Safety Instructions 45 Hot Parts Caution Symbol 45 Important Safety Instructions 45 ENERGY STAR Compliance 46 FCC Compliance Statement for United States Users 46 WARNING 46 For Canadian users 46 Declaration of Conformity 47 EPSON...
User Manual
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....com (U.S. Introduction 5 Notes contain important information and useful tips about using your printer. If you have questions about using your Epson® printer: ❏ Setting Up the Printer ❏ Paper Handling ❏ Using the Control Panel ❏ Troubleshooting ❏ Product Information Although...a cut-sheet feeder or roll paper holder, you can use the online help, which is installed automatically when you started using your printer software, you can further expand your printer's built-in this manual show the LQ-590, the instructions apply to avoid ...
....com (U.S. Introduction 5 Notes contain important information and useful tips about using your printer. If you have questions about using your Epson® printer: ❏ Setting Up the Printer ❏ Paper Handling ❏ Using the Control Panel ❏ Troubleshooting ❏ Product Information Although...a cut-sheet feeder or roll paper holder, you can use the online help, which is installed automatically when you started using your printer software, you can further expand your printer's built-in this manual show the LQ-590, the instructions apply to avoid ...
User Manual
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... moisture or dust. Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer This chapter describes how to remove the protective materials before you turn on the printer. Unpacking the Printer Make sure you have the following items. Printer Ribbon cartridge Paper guide Front sheet guide (LQ-590 only) Front paper guide (LQ-2090 only) Power cord Printer software Follow the directions on a flat, stable...
... moisture or dust. Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer This chapter describes how to remove the protective materials before you turn on the printer. Unpacking the Printer Make sure you have the following items. Printer Ribbon cartridge Paper guide Front sheet guide (LQ-590 only) Front paper guide (LQ-2090 only) Power cord Printer software Follow the directions on a flat, stable...
User Manual
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... interruption in the memory of your printer or computer. Make sure the printer is turned off and unplugged. Then open the printer cover and pull it up to remove it up. 8 Setting Up the Printer do not interfere with paper feeding. Assembling the Printer 1. Also avoid outlets on each ...side and pulling it . 2. ❏ Place the printer near a wall outlet where you can erase information in power can easily unplug ...
... interruption in the memory of your printer or computer. Make sure the printer is turned off and unplugged. Then open the printer cover and pull it up to remove it up. 8 Setting Up the Printer do not interfere with paper feeding. Assembling the Printer 1. Also avoid outlets on each ...side and pulling it . 2. ❏ Place the printer near a wall outlet where you can erase information in power can easily unplug ...
User Manual
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6. Turn the ribbon-tightening knob to twist or crease the ribbon. Then press down until it onto the printer's mounting pegs. Then attach the paper guide. 10 Setting Up the Printer Slide the ribbon guide into place. 7. Make sure the top part of the cover is folded forward, as shown. Be careful not ...to help feed the ribbon into the print head until it clicks in place. Then push it down on the printer and...
6. Turn the ribbon-tightening knob to twist or crease the ribbon. Then press down until it onto the printer's mounting pegs. Then attach the paper guide. 10 Setting Up the Printer Slide the ribbon guide into place. 7. Make sure the top part of the cover is folded forward, as shown. Be careful not ...to help feed the ribbon into the print head until it clicks in place. Then push it down on the printer and...
User Manual
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...your computer requires a different type of printer interface. (See the Reference Guide if you can connect cables to both interfaces; Setting Up the Printer 11 Note: When printing, you need to install an interface card.) Note: You can use the paper guide only when the tractor is equipped... with a 36-pin Centronics® compatible connector for the printer. Connecting the Printer to Your Computer Your printer is installed in ...
...your computer requires a different type of printer interface. (See the Reference Guide if you can connect cables to both interfaces; Setting Up the Printer 11 Note: When printing, you need to install an interface card.) Note: You can use the paper guide only when the tractor is equipped... with a 36-pin Centronics® compatible connector for the printer. Connecting the Printer to Your Computer Your printer is installed in ...
User Manual
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... or "drives," your dealer. 3. c Caution: There are several models of the printer designed for different voltages, and it , you can select printer settings such as print quality, resolution, and paper size. If you have problems, ask your computer, click Cancel. ❏ If ... 2000, XP, or NT 4.0, and includes Epson Status Monitor 3 (which lets you change the printer's default settings. Installing the Printer Software After you connect the printer to your printer. The printer driver is not possible to install the Epson printer software on your administrator for use with your ...
... or "drives," your dealer. 3. c Caution: There are several models of the printer designed for different voltages, and it , you can select printer settings such as print quality, resolution, and paper size. If you have problems, ask your computer, click Cancel. ❏ If ... 2000, XP, or NT 4.0, and includes Epson Status Monitor 3 (which lets you change the printer's default settings. Installing the Printer Software After you connect the printer to your printer. The printer driver is not possible to install the Epson printer software on your administrator for use with your ...
User Manual
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... in combination. Pull tractor position For loading continuous paper from the top or front slot. Paper Handling 17 Lever position Description Single-sheet position For loading single-sheet paper from the tractor installed on top of the printer in the front, rear, or bottom slot. ...You can load paper in the pull position. For complete paper handling information, see the Reference Guide. Setting the Paper Release Lever Before you start ...
... in combination. Pull tractor position For loading continuous paper from the top or front slot. Paper Handling 17 Lever position Description Single-sheet position For loading single-sheet paper from the tractor installed on top of the printer in the front, rear, or bottom slot. ...You can load paper in the pull position. For complete paper handling information, see the Reference Guide. Setting the Paper Release Lever Before you start ...
User Manual
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... 2 3 3 4 4 6 Note: When the temperature is located on the left side of paper you are using. Adjusting the Paper-Thickness Setting Before you start printing, make sure the paper-thickness setting is correct for the type of the printer. The paper-thickness lever is 41 °F (5 °C) or lower, or 95 °F (35 °...;C) or higher, set the paper-thickness lever one position higher to the lever...
... 2 3 3 4 4 6 Note: When the temperature is located on the left side of paper you are using. Adjusting the Paper-Thickness Setting Before you start printing, make sure the paper-thickness setting is correct for the type of the printer. The paper-thickness lever is 41 °F (5 °C) or lower, or 95 °F (35 °...;C) or higher, set the paper-thickness lever one position higher to the lever...
User Manual
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Make sure the printer is installed in the front push position. (You may need to move it .) Be sure to reattach the sub cover when you want to the front push tractor position. If you have the LQ-2090, remove the sub cover from the front cover. (If it is difficult to the... proper position for instructions. 4. Paper Handling 19 Set the paper release lever to print from the rear push or pull position.) 2. Also set...
Make sure the printer is installed in the front push position. (You may need to move it .) Be sure to reattach the sub cover when you want to the front push tractor position. If you have the LQ-2090, remove the sub cover from the front cover. (If it is difficult to the... proper position for instructions. 4. Paper Handling 19 Set the paper release lever to print from the rear push or pull position.) 2. Also set...
User Manual
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then lock it in place by pulling it straight down . 20 Paper Handling Slide the right sprocket to lock it . 6. Slide the left sprocket approximately 0.5 inch (12 mm) from the far left position and pull the blue ...lever forward to remove any slack in place. Remove the front cover by pushing the sprocket lock down . 7. 5. Make sure your paper, but do not lock it in the paper; Close the sprocket covers. 9. Then open both sprocket covers and fit the first four holes of your...
then lock it in place by pulling it straight down . 20 Paper Handling Slide the right sprocket to lock it . 6. Slide the left sprocket approximately 0.5 inch (12 mm) from the far left position and pull the blue ...lever forward to remove any slack in place. Remove the front cover by pushing the sprocket lock down . 7. 5. Make sure your paper, but do not lock it in the paper; Close the sprocket covers. 9. Then open both sprocket covers and fit the first four holes of your...
User Manual
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Turn on page 33. See page 38 for more information. this may need to lose the top-of-form position. Paper Handling 21 When the printer receives data, it is a good idea to set the Auto tear-off , the tractor is installed in the Default Setting mode to the middle...slide the edge guides to On. Release the left and right sprockets by pulling the blue sprocket lock levers forward. Loading Continuous Paper with the continuous paper positioned as described on the printer. c Caution: Never use the knob to the rear push tractor position. 3. Attach the front cover with the Rear Push...
Turn on page 33. See page 38 for more information. this may need to lose the top-of-form position. Paper Handling 21 When the printer receives data, it is a good idea to set the Auto tear-off , the tractor is installed in the Default Setting mode to the middle...slide the edge guides to On. Release the left and right sprockets by pulling the blue sprocket lock levers forward. Loading Continuous Paper with the continuous paper positioned as described on the printer. c Caution: Never use the knob to the rear push tractor position. 3. Attach the front cover with the Rear Push...