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...their respective owners. The contents of this manual and the specifications of this product are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Epson is not responsible for any consumable products other printers. IBM is designed only for use of this information as applied ... or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with this Epson printer. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Copyrights and Trademarks No part of this publication may be liable for any damages or problems arising from...
...their respective owners. The contents of this manual and the specifications of this product are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Epson is not responsible for any consumable products other printers. IBM is designed only for use of this information as applied ... or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with this Epson printer. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Copyrights and Trademarks No part of this publication may be liable for any damages or problems arising from...
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LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Contents About This Manual Where to Find Information 8 Descriptions Used in this Manual 8 Operating System Versions 8 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions 10 Warnings, ...
LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Contents About This Manual Where to Find Information 8 Descriptions Used in this Manual 8 Operating System Versions 8 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions 10 Warnings, ...
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LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Envelopes 52 Cards 52 Switching Between Continuous Paper and Single Sheets 53 Switching to single sheets 53 Switching to continuous paper 54 ... printer driver settings 64 Printer Driver Settings Overview 65 Printer settings 66 Monitoring settings 68 Setting Utility 68 Using EPSON Status Monitor 3 68 Setting up EPSON Status Monitor 3 69 Accessing EPSON Status Monitor 3 71 Installing EPSON Status Monitor 3 72 Using Bi-D Adjustment 72 Making adjustment with Bi-D Adjustment 72 Using Printer Setting 74 Changing...
LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Envelopes 52 Cards 52 Switching Between Continuous Paper and Single Sheets 53 Switching to single sheets 53 Switching to continuous paper 54 ... printer driver settings 64 Printer Driver Settings Overview 65 Printer settings 66 Monitoring settings 68 Setting Utility 68 Using EPSON Status Monitor 3 68 Setting up EPSON Status Monitor 3 69 Accessing EPSON Status Monitor 3 71 Installing EPSON Status Monitor 3 72 Using Bi-D Adjustment 72 Making adjustment with Bi-D Adjustment 72 Using Printer Setting 74 Changing...
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LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Chapter 3 Control Panel Buttons and Lights 88 Selecting a Font and Pitch 90 About Your Printer's Default Settings 92 Default Setting mode 92 ... 115 Printing a Self Test 115 Printing Hex Dump 116 Chapter 5 Where To Get Help Technical Support Web Site 118 Contacting Customer Support 118 Before Contacting Epson 118 Help for Users in Europe 119 Help for Users in Indonesia 119 Help for Users in Singapore 119 Help for Users in Vietnam 119...
LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Chapter 3 Control Panel Buttons and Lights 88 Selecting a Font and Pitch 90 About Your Printer's Default Settings 92 Default Setting mode 92 ... 115 Printing a Self Test 115 Printing Hex Dump 116 Chapter 5 Where To Get Help Technical Support Web Site 118 Contacting Customer Support 118 Before Contacting Epson 118 Help for Users in Europe 119 Help for Users in Indonesia 119 Help for Users in Singapore 119 Help for Users in Vietnam 119...
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LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Chapter 6 Options and Consumables Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge 122 Genuine Epson ribbon cartridge 122 Replacing the ribbon cartridge 122 Cut-Sheet Feeder 126 Installing the cut-sheet feeder 127 Loading paper... Specifications 144 Mechanical 144 Electronic 147 Electrical 148 Environmental 149 System Requirements 149 Paper 150 Recommended printable area 154 Command Lists 156 Epson ESC/P control codes 156 IBM PPDS emulation control codes 157 Standards and Approvals 158 Safety approvals 159 Cleaning the Printer 159 Transporting...
LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Chapter 6 Options and Consumables Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge 122 Genuine Epson ribbon cartridge 122 Replacing the ribbon cartridge 122 Cut-Sheet Feeder 126 Installing the cut-sheet feeder 127 Loading paper... Specifications 144 Mechanical 144 Electronic 147 Electrical 148 Environmental 149 System Requirements 149 Paper 150 Recommended printable area 154 Command Lists 156 Epson ESC/P control codes 156 IBM PPDS emulation control codes 157 Standards and Approvals 158 Safety approvals 159 Cleaning the Printer 159 Transporting...
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...manuals are from Windows 10 unless otherwise specified. Operating System Versions In this manual are examples only. Network Guide ( LQ-590IIN/ LQ-2090IIN only) Provides network information on setting up the printer and installing the software. Although there may be slight differences... Manual ❏ Screenshots of operation is used in this manual) Provides overall information and instructions on using the printer. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide About This Manual Where to Find Information The following operating system. Start Here (paper manual) Provides ...
...manuals are from Windows 10 unless otherwise specified. Operating System Versions In this manual are examples only. Network Guide ( LQ-590IIN/ LQ-2090IIN only) Provides network information on setting up the printer and installing the software. Although there may be slight differences... Manual ❏ Screenshots of operation is used in this manual) Provides overall information and instructions on using the printer. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide About This Manual Where to Find Information The following operating system. Start Here (paper manual) Provides ...
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LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide ® ® ❏ Microsoft Windows Vista operating system ® ® ❏ Microsoft Windows XP operating system ® ® ❏ Microsoft Windows XP ...
LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide ® ® ❏ Microsoft Windows Vista operating system ® ® ❏ Microsoft Windows XP operating system ® ® ❏ Microsoft Windows XP ...
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...ensure safety and proper use of the printer. Let them . Visit the following Web site to indicate that they may be hot. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Warnings, Cautions, and Notes ! Hot Parts Caution Symbol This symbol is tilted or placed at...before touching them cool for a few minutes before using the printer. Safety Instructions 10 In addition, follow all of the symbols. http://support.epson.net/symbols When setting up the printer ❏ Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a radiator or heat source...
...ensure safety and proper use of the printer. Let them . Visit the following Web site to indicate that they may be hot. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Warnings, Cautions, and Notes ! Hot Parts Caution Symbol This symbol is tilted or placed at...before touching them cool for a few minutes before using the printer. Safety Instructions 10 In addition, follow all of the symbols. http://support.epson.net/symbols When setting up the printer ❏ Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a radiator or heat source...
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...the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that comes with this product. Also keep it to a network interface cable, if necessary (LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090IIN only). ❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on and off. ❏ Do not use a damaged or frayed power... not exceed the electrical outlet's ampere rating. ❏ Use only the power cord that regularly switch on the printer's label. Safety Instructions 11 LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide ❏ Do not place this product on a soft, unstable surface like a bed or a sofa, or a small, ...
...the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that comes with this product. Also keep it to a network interface cable, if necessary (LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090IIN only). ❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on and off. ❏ Do not use a damaged or frayed power... not exceed the electrical outlet's ampere rating. ❏ Use only the power cord that regularly switch on the printer's label. Safety Instructions 11 LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide ❏ Do not place this product on a soft, unstable surface like a bed or a sofa, or a small, ...
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... you resume printing. ❏ Do not load paper that can cause voltage fluctuations. ❏ Use a grounded power outlet; or 16-amp circuit breaker. iii. iv. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide ❏ Avoid electrical outlets controlled by a 10- Never use a printer stand, follow these guidelines: - If the power cord or plug is...
... you resume printing. ❏ Do not load paper that can cause voltage fluctuations. ❏ Use a grounded power outlet; or 16-amp circuit breaker. iii. iv. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide ❏ Avoid electrical outlets controlled by a 10- Never use a printer stand, follow these guidelines: - If the power cord or plug is...
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... of Customs Union "About the safety of Technical Devices" (TP TC 020/2011) Manufacturer: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Address: 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi, Nagano-ken 392-8502 Japan Telephone: 81-266-52-3131 Safety Instructions 13 LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide When operating the printer ❏ Adjust only those controls that has the...
... of Customs Union "About the safety of Technical Devices" (TP TC 020/2011) Manufacturer: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Address: 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi, Nagano-ken 392-8502 Japan Telephone: 81-266-52-3131 Safety Instructions 13 LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide When operating the printer ❏ Adjust only those controls that has the...
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...on the product For United Kingdom users Use of any options or consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Epson (UK) Limited. Earth Blue - Refer to the rating plate for voltage and check that the appliance voltage... arising from the use of options Epson (UK) Limited shall not be earthed. Schepkina, 42, Bldg. 2a, Fl. 3 Business Center Chaika Plaza Telephone: +7 (495) 777-0355/56 web: http://www.epson.ru/ email: info_CIS@epson.ru EPSON EUROPE B.V. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Official representative in...
...on the product For United Kingdom users Use of any options or consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Epson (UK) Limited. Earth Blue - Refer to the rating plate for voltage and check that the appliance voltage... arising from the use of options Epson (UK) Limited shall not be earthed. Schepkina, 42, Bldg. 2a, Fl. 3 Business Center Chaika Plaza Telephone: +7 (495) 777-0355/56 web: http://www.epson.ru/ email: info_CIS@epson.ru EPSON EUROPE B.V. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Official representative in...
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.... For Singapore users Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating. For German users Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung 3. Importeur EPSON EUROPE. Replace fuses only with fuses of the correct size and rating. Das Gerät ist nicht für die Benutzung am Bildschirmarbeitsplatz gem...brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or the Earth symbol (G). AMSTERDAM. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide If you have to fit a plug: As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not match...
.... For Singapore users Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating. For German users Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung 3. Importeur EPSON EUROPE. Replace fuses only with fuses of the correct size and rating. Das Gerät ist nicht für die Benutzung am Bildschirmarbeitsplatz gem...brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or the Earth symbol (G). AMSTERDAM. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide If you have to fit a plug: As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not match...
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... are best for printing on page 150 for continuous paper printing. Paper can choose from the tractor. See "Paper" on single sheets and continuous paper. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Chapter 1 Paper Handling Selecting a Paper Source Your printer provides a variety of continuous paper at the perforation. Select the paper source that...
... are best for printing on page 150 for continuous paper printing. Paper can choose from the tractor. See "Paper" on single sheets and continuous paper. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Chapter 1 Paper Handling Selecting a Paper Source Your printer provides a variety of continuous paper at the perforation. Select the paper source that...
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This improves the performance of continuous paper, and is in the pull position. Paper Handling 17 LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Tractor position Description Load paper from the rear push position and reinstall it in the pull position, or you can...Caution: Do not load continuous paper with the optional tractor in the pull position. The pull tractor provides you with the pull tractor. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN: C933761 LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN: C933791 If you print on thick paper such as multipart forms or continuous paper with labels, use the tear-off their backing ...
This improves the performance of continuous paper, and is in the pull position. Paper Handling 17 LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Tractor position Description Load paper from the rear push position and reinstall it in the pull position, or you can...Caution: Do not load continuous paper with the optional tractor in the pull position. The pull tractor provides you with the pull tractor. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN: C933761 LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN: C933791 If you print on thick paper such as multipart forms or continuous paper with labels, use the tear-off their backing ...
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... paper from the rear slot results in a curved paper path, which may come off the backing sheets inside the printer and cause a paper jam. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Paper slot front bottom rear Description If you can load ordinary single sheets and envelopes one at a time from the rear paper...
... paper from the rear slot results in a curved paper path, which may come off the backing sheets inside the printer and cause a paper jam. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Paper slot front bottom rear Description If you can load ordinary single sheets and envelopes one at a time from the rear paper...
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... position, you can get the best printing quality by adjusting the paper-thickness lever according to the thickness of the printer in the pull position. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Setting the Paper Release Lever When you load continuous paper in the printer, you need to set the paper release lever...
... position, you can get the best printing quality by adjusting the paper-thickness lever according to the thickness of the printer in the pull position. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Setting the Paper Release Lever When you load continuous paper in the printer, you need to set the paper release lever...
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...) 5 or 6 7 parts (original + 6 copies)*3 6 or 7 Labels 1 Cards 2 Envelopes*2 20 lb 4 24 lb 6 *1 See the paper specifications in "Paper" on the left side of the printer. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide 1. Turn off the printer and open the printer cover.
...) 5 or 6 7 parts (original + 6 copies)*3 6 or 7 Labels 1 Cards 2 Envelopes*2 20 lb 4 24 lb 6 *1 See the paper specifications in "Paper" on the left side of the printer. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide 1. Turn off the printer and open the printer cover.
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... paper to avoid paper jams. When printing on page 22 - "Loading paper with the rear push tractor" on page 22 for instructions on loading paper. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Loading Continuous Paper Follow the instructions in this section to "Loading paper with the rear push tractor" on page 26 - "Using...
... paper to avoid paper jams. When printing on page 22 - "Loading paper with the rear push tractor" on page 22 for instructions on loading paper. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Loading Continuous Paper Follow the instructions in this section to "Loading paper with the rear push tractor" on page 26 - "Using...
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... front push position, remove it by pulling its current position. See "Loading paper with the rear push tractor Follow these steps to remove it. 3. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Installing the tractor in the rear push position Before installing the tractor in the rear push position, remove it from the rear...
... front push position, remove it by pulling its current position. See "Loading paper with the rear push tractor Follow these steps to remove it. 3. LQ-590II/LQ-590IIN/LQ-2090II/LQ-2090IIN User's Guide Installing the tractor in the rear push position Before installing the tractor in the rear push position, remove it from the rear...